Master percussionist and hybrid drummer Karl Vanden Bossche talks DW Drums, Latin Percussion, Roland V-Drums, and grooving with Gorillaz.
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Ahead of GROUPLOVE’s BeachLife Festival performance, drummer Ben Homola breaks down his hybrid setup, the gear that keeps him consistent, and more.
One of his generation's most significant synthwave artists, Com Truise looks back at the beginning of his journey and shares what lies ahead.
Guitarist and keys player Mitch Fountain reflects on the happy accident behind a Roland‑driven single, his evolution from guitar to keys, and why continual learning fuels his creativity.
Armed with classical chops and an eclectic setup, this DJ and producer is redefining what electronic music can sound like.
Sound Behind the Song: “Strings of Life” by Derrick May
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More than 30 years after Derrick May’s “Strings of Life” saw release, techno remains a pillar of the modern dance community.
Sound Behind the Song: “Pump Up the Jam” by Technotronic
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Explore the mysterious backstory of “Pump Up the Jam,” a worldwide electronic music smash and tale of mistaken identity.
Sound Behind the Song: “Scream” by Mantronix
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Mantronix mixed Kraftwerk’s experimental feel with the warmth of Grandmaster Flash. “Scream” remains a landmark electro-funk hip-hop mashup.
Sound Behind the Song: “Heliosphan” by Aphex Twin
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“Heliosphan” relies on the drums to act as a driving force. Even when the track borders on chaos, the TR-909 maintains perfect time.
Sound Behind the Song: “Energy Flash” by Joey Beltram
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30 years after its release, Joey Beltram’s “Energy Flash” remains one of the definitive techno tracks. It still sits easily in a DJ set.
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Roland has unveiled a new headquarters in Japan that unites R&D and administration staff under one roof in an inspiring workspace.
The unique paths to success of these eight composers offer valuable strategies for newcomers and veterans alike.
BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach blends iconic acts, indie discoveries, and live performances shaped by Roland gear.
Learn how the biggest musical acts are challenging audience attention spans by releasing lengthy albums in today's marketplace.
Award-winning composer Megan McDuffee reveals how she broke into video game scoring, sharing plenty of tips along the way.