The music industry veteran talks Naughty by Nature, her long history with Roland, and the future of music: the kids.
EXPLORE PEOPLE
From “Voodoo Ray” to blueprinting the jungle genre with “Black Secret Technology," A Guy Called Gerald pushes the boundaries of electronic dance music.
Drummer Chad Butler and lead guitarist Boaz Roberts discuss the power of hybrid gear and offer insight into Switchfoot’s three-decade legacy.
DoNormaal rose to local fame in Seattle with her effortless-yet-determined rapping style and evocative, eye-catching live performances.
AMÉMÉ reveals the ways his eclectic musical DNA helps him blur the lines between melodic techno, Afro, and deep house.
Listening Guide: Trip-Hop
Andy Thomas
Explore trip-hop from its early days to the current renaissance centering on a new generation of artists mining the genre’s laidback beats.
Sound Behind the Song: “Song of Life” by Leftfield
Stefan Wyeth
Leftfield came from the same primordial soup as the greatest British dance acts. Explore this iconic track and the TB-303’s role in it.
Sound Behind the Song: “Praise You” by Fatboy Slim
Stefan Wyeth
Here’s how the artist’s omnipresent ’90s hit “Praise You” harnessed the Roland TB-303 to become a radio and dancefloor sensation.
Listening Guide: Synth Pop
Stefan Wyeth
Synthesizers in music production brought about a massive cultural shift. Take a trip into this groundbreaking genre.
Sound Behind the Song: “O Superman” by Laurie Anderson
Mike Sparks
Find out how the art-rock classic “O Superman” kicked off Anderson’s career by transforming the mundane into the sinister.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Can't find a scene in your area? Create one yourself. These tips from veteran booker Emily Twombly will kickstart your DIY journey.
In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives.
Nashville has seen changes over the years, mirroring the growth of its entertainment industry. These musicians contribute to the fabric of Music City.
A group of eclectic Icelandic artists offer unique perspectives on electronic music performance, their home country, and more.
Verzuz and Rolling Live Studios point to a streaming future. Roland worked with both camps, helping up the sonics to match their visuals.