From Mobb Deep to Mariah Carey—the Queens-born producer shares stories from his hip-hop journey and the Roland gear he used on the way.
EXPLORE PEOPLE
Kassi Ashton shares her creative journey from small-town Missouri to Music City recording artist in this mini-doc and profile.
The keytar-wielding hockey organist talks about his unusual music journey, building a brand, and lending piano chops to a hit HBO series.
Jacknife Lee has produced U2, REM, The Killers, Snow Patrol, and more. Still, his hunger for innovation means he never rests on his laurels.
Peer inside this idiosyncratic fest with four unique acts from spring 2025 who discuss their artistry and what makes CRSSD so special.
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.
Listening Guide: Jim Keltner
Nate Duchene
Jim Keltner has been a go-to session drummer since the ’70s. From ex-Beatles to Bob Dylan to Steely Dan, here’s a taste of the legendary player.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
BeachLife Festival in Redondo Beach blends iconic acts, indie discoveries, and live performances shaped by Roland gear.
Verzuz and Rolling Live Studios point to a streaming future. Roland worked with both camps, helping up the sonics to match their visuals.
Artist/designer/musician Yuri Suzuki talks about his love of Roland gear, creating 808303.studio, and musical life during quarantine.
Founded by A. G. Cook, PC Music is a label that spawned an entire genre, garnering widespread notoriety in the process.
Electronic music producer Christopher Kah highlights Roland instruments in ECHO, his new immersive 3D audio performances.