From “Voodoo Ray” to blueprinting the jungle genre with “Black Secret Technology," A Guy Called Gerald pushes the boundaries of electronic dance music.
EXPLORE PEOPLE
From '80s synthwave to '90s synth rock, Belarusian post-punk trio Molchat Doma reveals the gear that makes the group tick.
Badflower is a band where chemistry is paramount. The members speak from the studio where they're working on their sophomore release.
DoNormaal rose to local fame in Seattle with her effortless-yet-determined rapping style and evocative, eye-catching live performances.
California-based DJ Mary Droppinz combines skills and taste with marketing acumen. The rising star shares the secrets behind her success.
Sound Behind the Song: “Doctor Who Theme (1980)” by Peter Howell
Evan Shamoon
Doctor Who, the sci-fi phenomenon, has taken many forms—and so has its theme. Discover how the 1980 version became a definitive classic.
JUPITER: King of the Polysynths
Adam Douglas
The name JUPITER is synonymous with the cutting edge. Explore the highlights of the line with the original Roland engineers as your guides.
Listening Guide: Essential Early Trance
Arjan Rietveld
A string of artists and labels shaped trance across the ’90s and early aughts. Here’s a selection of tracks from the genre’s golden age.
Inside the Japanese Beat Scene
Nick Dwyer
The lo-fi sound and aesthetic have deep roots in Japan. Dive into the colorful subculture with the Japanese beat scene’s key players.
Lifetime Achievement: DJ Pierre and Phuture
Gino Sorcinelli
In this exclusive interview, the legend shares about creating “Acid Tracks,” birthing a genre, and the early days of the Chicago house scene.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Stunning and adventurous, Roland's 50th Anniversary Concept Piano combines sound, design, and connectivity into an instrument of the future.
NFTs are intersecting with the music industry in dramatic ways. Find out the many ways non-fungible tokens can help boost your career.
The unique paths to success of these eight composers offer valuable strategies for newcomers and veterans alike.
Award-winning composer Megan McDuffee reveals how she broke into video game scoring, sharing plenty of tips along the way.
Run a search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you'll find a vast musical community. Learn how the instrument became a household word.