Bon Harris walks us through the Nitzer Ebb story, outside projects, and how the SYSTEM-100 changed his musical trajectory.
EXPLORE PEOPLE
Jacknife Lee has produced U2, REM, The Killers, Snow Patrol, and more. Still, his hunger for innovation means he never rests on his laurels.
Ali Stone's new single "Crudo," featuring ZENOLOGY, refers to a love that's pure, sincere, and gets better with time.
Find out how the Los Angeles nonprofit organization has played a key role in helping participants secure both housing and employment.
The legendary songwriter and performer discusses Roland synthesizers, positive thinking, and music’s power to transform.
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
In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives.
Award-winning composer Megan McDuffee reveals how she broke into video game scoring, sharing plenty of tips along the way.
Relive the inspiring performances, exclusive product debuts, and groundbreaking discussions showcased at the 2025 NAMM Show.
Follow DJ Skratch Bastid and Pro A/V expert RomeDigs as they reflect on the power of combining livestreaming with in-person performance.
The Roland Lifestyle brand builds on the company's legacy while looking to the future. See how it's introducing Roland to new generations.