The composer uses everything from a youth choir to the MC-202 to bridge the gap between electronic and organic, ancient and futuristic.
EXPLORE PEOPLE
From '80s synthwave to '90s synth rock, Belarusian post-punk trio Molchat Doma reveals the gear that makes the group tick.
Learn about the legendary percussionist's family legacy, powerhouse collaborations, and career highlights.
Experimental duo H31R strives to break through genre boundaries. The pair shares insight into their influences, gear, and creative process.
Philip Woo opens up about his influences, the artistic hub of Seattle’s Garfield High School, and what keeps him dedicated to music.
Sound Behind the Song: “Acid Tracks” by Phuture
Mike Sparks
“Acid Tracks” spread like wildfire from Chicago across the globe. Learn how the TB-303 gave birth to a smiling generation of clubbers.
Metronomy on “The Bay,” the JUNO-60, and Sunshine
Kat Bein
“The Bay” has a sun-drenched video and JUNO-60 hooks galore. Metronomy’s Joseph Mount explains why it’s easy to love but wasn’t easy to make.
Sound Behind the Song: “Caribbean Blue” by Enya
Arielle Silver
“Caribbean Blue” by Enya is a tapestry of layered vocals over a bed of JUNO-60 pads. Its sounds evoke the pull of nature on the human psyche.
Sound Behind the Song: “My Girls” by Animal Collective
Benjamin Heywood
With a JUNO-60 and an army of Roland samplers, Animal Collective created an unforgettable melodic kaleidoscope: “My Girls.”
Sound Behind the Song: “Blue Drive” by Oneohtrix Point Never
Mike Sparks
“Blue Drive” moves like a meditative improvisation, with no calculated beginning or end. Oneohtrix Point Never guides us using the JUNO-60.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Run a search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you'll find a vast musical community. Learn how the instrument became a household word.
Nashville has seen changes over the years, mirroring the growth of its entertainment industry. These musicians contribute to the fabric of Music City.
NFTs are intersecting with the music industry in dramatic ways. Find out the many ways non-fungible tokens can help boost your career.
IZ and Bobby Avila and Aaron Spears take us behind the scenes of what it takes to put together the mammoth Usher Las Vegas residency.
From rock and roll frontwomen to Grammy-nominated artists, learn how these musicians are achieving their sonic dreams.