Youngr has amassed a worldwide audience with his viral one-take video performances. The multi-instrumentalist discusses family ties, his new album, and essential Roland gear.
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Seattle-based electronic music producer, Alda Agustiano—aka Chong the Nomad—knows how precious a single note can be.
From JUNO synths to SPD-driven live rigs, the longtime Roland user breaks down how Poolside blends analog warmth, modern flexibility, and “daytime disco” philosophy—onstage and in the studio.
Ted Feighan speaks about his latest album of rainforest-drenched sonic exploration, SP love, and how a quartet of 404s creates his live show.
Kenny Dixon Jr. has released a steady stream of dance floor classics since 1994. Dig into the history of this icon of Motor City music.
Sound Behind the Song: “Doin’ it Right” by Daft Punk
Jason Heffler
Using the TR-808, vocoder, and modular synthesis, the enigmatic duo created a modern dance classic.
Sound Behind the Song: “Drunk in Love” by Beyoncé
Jake Uitti
The Roland TR-808, used on Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s alluring 2013 hit, “Drunk In Love,” is an essential bed upon which to create a masterpiece.
Sound Behind the Song: “Hangin’ on a String” by Loose Ends
Ari Rosenschein
The TR-808 pattern at the center of “Hangin’ on a String” elevates the moody groove.
Retracing the Roland Sound in Hip-Hop
Gino Sorcinelli
For the past 40 years Roland drum machines, samplers, sequencers, and synths have played an integral role in shaping the sound of hip-hop.
Sound Behind the Song: “Love Lockdown” by Kanye West
Jake Uitti
“Love Lockdown” by Kanye West utilizes the Roland TR-808, the heartbeat of electronic music production since the early 1980s.
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Nashville has seen changes over the years, mirroring the growth of its entertainment industry. These musicians contribute to the fabric of Music City.
Can't find a scene in your area? Create one yourself. These tips from veteran booker Emily Twombly will kickstart your DIY journey.
2020 certainly hasn’t been a typical summer, but at least the world has had one reliable constant: good indie music. Here's a playlist to prove it.
They say that for a career in music you need to be tenacious, and I had been throughout my twenties and beyond. Can you return to music?
In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives.