Sarah Tudzin, songwriter and vocalist for illuminati hotties, guides us through her rapidly ascending career as a producer and mix engineer.
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The outfit's latest rekindles its bond with the Metropole Orkest, as Bill Laurance’s harmonic style enters new orchestral and jazz frontiers.
The legendary songwriter and performer discusses Roland synthesizers, positive thinking, and music’s power to transform.
Toronto-based Jeremy Ledbetter is a musical globetrotter. He speaks about music, travel, and why now is the perfect time to take a breath.
Linafornia’s childhood and teenage years contained a broad range of melodies and tones.
Listening Guide: Gary Numan
Ari Rosenschein
The trailblazer combined synthesizers, tight songwriting chops, and an evolving glam sci-fi image. Probe the outer limits of his discography.
Listening Guide: Early Broken Beat
Andy Thomas
Broken beat was created by a community of producers with roots in London’s various club scenes. Here are some of the genre’s foundational records.
The RD Road: A History of Roland Stage Pianos
Ari Rosenschein
Roland has always worked to create the ultimate electronic piano feel and sound. Dive into the history of the RD family of stage pianos.
Listening Guide: Sounds of the JX-3P
Adam Douglas
One of the most distinctive polys of the ’80s, the JX-3P is the secret sauce on tracks from movie themes to quirky indie cuts.
Sound Behind the Song: “Axel F” by Harold Faltermeyer
Ari Rosenschein
“Axel F” is the inescapable theme song of the classic ’80s romp Beverly Hills Cop. Learn about the oddball hit and its pioneering creator.
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Verzuz and Rolling Live Studios point to a streaming future. Roland worked with both camps, helping up the sonics to match their visuals.
Electronic music producer Christopher Kah highlights Roland instruments in ECHO, his new immersive 3D audio performances.
The crown jewel of your creative space can look as good as it sounds. Use these tips to incorporate your piano into your home design plans.
With the world hit by a pandemic, live events were postponed or canceled. In the Coronavirus Era, virtual concerts have taken their place.
Find out how Point Blank and educator Angela Piva use Roland Cloud to help students master music production, beatmaking, synthesis, and more.