A Few Minutes with Jeremy Ledbetter Toronto-based Jeremy Ledbetter is a musical globetrotter. He speaks about music, travel, and why now is the perfect time to take a breath. by Lyle Crilly 2 mins read
A Few Minutes with Σtella Hailing from Greece, the artist opens up about capturing the attention of Sub Pop and how the Roland INTEGRA-7 helped create her new album. by Ari Rosenschein 3 mins read
Egyptian Lover and the Art of Staying Gold Egyptian Lover—born Gregory Broussard—began his love affair with the Roland TR-808 as a teenager. It has been his muse ever since. by Kyle Eustice 5 mins read
Jacknife Lee: Studio Adventures and Philosophy Jacknife Lee has produced U2, REM, The Killers, Snow Patrol, and more. Still, his hunger for innovation means he never rests on his laurels. by Ari Rosenschein 6 mins read
Hybrid Theory: Ben Homola of GROUPLOVE Ahead of GROUPLOVE’s BeachLife Festival performance, drummer Ben Homola breaks down his hybrid setup, the gear that keeps him consistent, and more. by Carolyn Shlensky 3 mins read
Listening Guide: Electronic Film Scores Stefan Wyeth For decades, electronic film scores have brought groundbreaking sonic atmosphere to the cinematic experience. Explore these ten examples.
Best Kept Secrets: TB-303 A Rush Hour Music Selection Antal Heitlager Explore a curated collection of lesser-known gems featuring the Roland TB-303 Bass Line, courtesy of Rush Hour Music.
Listening Guide: 9th Wonder Keith Nelson Jr. Find out how 9th Wonder helped reshape the rules of sample-based production in the 21st century with this selection of classics.
Listening Guide: Post-Rock Tom Wonnacott Submerge yourself in this starting point for an experimental genre of rock music that floats, swirls, and unfolds.
Sound Behind the Song: “Nightclubbing” by Iggy Pop Ari Rosenschein Find out how David Bowie and Iggy Pop created a slapback-saturated swing that takes the listener on a hazy nighttime stroll through Berlin.
Winter Blanket: A Cozy and Comforting Indie Playlist Our holiday season this year will be different than any other. This cozy winter playlist features comforting songs to make it easier. by Kirsten Spruch 3 mins read
Live Music in the Coronavirus Era With the world hit by a pandemic, live events were postponed or canceled. In the Coronavirus Era, virtual concerts have taken their place. by Kirsten Spruch 6 mins read
The Benefits of Biomusic: Challenging the Boundaries of Sound If music has no boundaries, why does its genesis usually occur within four walls? Biomusic is rooted in non-human sounds. by Jason Heffler 3 mins read
Roland’s New Global Headquarters: Inside the Inspiration Hub Roland has unveiled a new headquarters in Japan that unites R&D and administration staff under one roof in an inspiring workspace. by Adam Douglas 5 mins read
BizBeat: The Return of the Long-Form Album Learn how the biggest musical acts are challenging audience attention spans by releasing lengthy albums in today's marketplace. by SIRMA 4 mins read