Jane Weaver's latest album is a self-contained universe. The artist discusses shaking up her studio process, cinema, and the groove.
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As co-writer and producer for British alt-rockers The 1975, George Daniel's association with Roland is integral to the band's sound.
Randal Fisher, Steve Brickman, and Hailey Niswanger reflect on their wind instrument journey, creative processes, and the breath itself.
'80s pop icon Nik Kershaw takes a trip down memory lane, revealing the Roland technologies behind hit albums Human Racing and The Riddle.
Music keeps us young and brings families together. Frank McNulty and his daughter Jules talk about influences, upbringing, and Roland pianos.
Sound Behind the Song: “Everybody Needs a 303” by Fatboy Slim
Alexander Dias
“Everybody Needs A 303″ marked the arrival of Fatboy Slim. The track would propel him to become one of the world’s first superstar DJs.
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.”
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Through social media, our personal and artistic lives bleed into each other. What does this mean for musicians developing their branding?
Anyone has the chance to go viral on TikTok. All it takes is attention-grabbing content, strategic hashtags, and some luck.
Nashville has seen changes over the years, mirroring the growth of its entertainment industry. These musicians contribute to the fabric of Music City.
Once an invite-only space for execs and celebrities, Clubhouse can benefit users of all types. Learn to maximize this powerful platform.
A group of eclectic Icelandic artists offer unique perspectives on electronic music performance, their home country, and more.