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
On the eve of the Silver Panda remix of "Lift Me Up," Moby discusses his philosophies on sharing music, collaboration, and much more.
On the eve of Meltdown Festival, John Grant discusses his adopted home, the Grace Jones-curated event, and the Roland Facet grand piano.
Drummer Chad Butler and lead guitarist Boaz Roberts discuss the power of hybrid gear and offer insight into Switchfoot’s three-decade legacy.
Three decades in, Josh Wink is an electronic music icon. He talks about creativity, his first TB-303, and “Higher State of Consciousness.”
Listening Guide: An Intro to Madlib
Martin Douglas
Here’s a place to start exploring the massive catalog of Madlib, one of the finest producers to ever touch a beat pad.
Listening Guide: An Intro to MF DOOM
Martin Douglas
For the uninitiated, we provide a roadmap to the formidable discography of rap’s foremost supervillain: MF DOOM.
Gorillaz at 20: The Story of the Virtual Band’s Debut
Jordan Blum
The cartoon quartet’s eponymous debut blurred lines between multi-genre music and art. Learn about Gorillaz’s history and ongoing influence.
Sound Behind the Song: “The Box” by Roddy Ricch
Keith Nelson Jr.
Each generation has songs embodying the culture. Roddy Ricch’s “The Box” acclimated listeners to the genre-blending force hip-hop had become.
What Was Electroclash and Where Did it Go?
Eric Shorey
Trace the influence electroclash artists had on the music of today and it’s not hard to see the genre everywhere. So, what happened?
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From panels to interviews to performances, here is a rundown of Roland's presence at Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2025.
Bandcamp is a resource for artists and labels of all sizes. Learn how to maximize this essential, fan-favorite platform.
NFTs are intersecting with the music industry in dramatic ways. Find out the many ways non-fungible tokens can help boost your career.
Roland has unveiled a new headquarters in Japan that unites R&D and administration staff under one roof in an inspiring workspace.
The intersection of music and technology has always been a space for happy accidents. In that pioneering spirit, we bring you this short list of musical innovations.