A Few Minutes with Shabaka Hutchings The visionary flutist opens up about his musical journey, working with icons, and embracing the Aerophone Brisa. by Carolyn Shlensky 4 mins read
Brothertiger Rides the Chillwave To listen to the dreamy, chillwave sounds of Brothertiger, you might think that sole tiger John Jagos grew up in the 1980s. by Ari Rosenschein 5 mins read
A Few Minutes with Nation of Language Brooklyn trio Nation of Language demonstrates how its '80s-synth pop credentials are not just future past but future present. by Danny Turner 5 mins read
Label Spotlight: Dais Records Dais sits at the intersection of post-punk, industrial, ambient, and other genres. Explore the label and its collab with Roland Lifestyle. by Ari Rosenschein 19 mins read
In the Moment with Reuben James The Birmingham-based virtuoso discusses his jazz roots, touring with Sam Smith, scoring for the screen, and more. by Carolyn Shlensky 4 mins read
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.
Sound Behind the Song: “Take On Me” by a-ha Kat Bein Talk about ’80s music, and a-ha’s era-defining hit single “Take On Me” comes to mind. Get the story of this classic and the JUNO-60’s role.
Piano Meets Home Decor The crown jewel of your creative space can look as good as it sounds. Use these tips to incorporate your piano into your home design plans. by SIRMA 5 mins read
Quarantine and Our Relationship with Technology In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives. by Benjamin Heywood 2 mins read
Ultimate Guide to 404 Day 2026 Sample the worldwide scope of 404 Day 2026 with this overview of community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and more. by Ari Rosenschein 1 min read
The Birth of the Roland Lifestyle Brand The Roland Lifestyle brand builds on the company's legacy while looking to the future. See how it's introducing Roland to new generations. by Kirsten Spruch 6 mins read
A Musician’s Guide to TikTok Success Anyone has the chance to go viral on TikTok. All it takes is attention-grabbing content, strategic hashtags, and some luck. by SIRMA 4 mins read