Youngr has amassed a worldwide audience with his viral one-take video performances. The multi-instrumentalist discusses family ties, his new album, and essential Roland gear.
EXPLORE PEOPLE
Aisling Brouwer scores acclaimed films and is half of AVAWAVES. She discusses her upbringing, pandemic recording, and MC-707 inspiration.
Keys player and musical director Ashton Miranda is living his dream on Ed Sheeran’s +–=÷x world tour. But his success didn’t come easily.
In this exclusive interview, the legend shares about creating "Acid Tracks," birthing a genre, and the early days of the Chicago house scene.
Musical mad scientist Dolly Spectra discusses using her body as a MIDI controller in performance, community, and the future of electronic pop.
CR-78: The Whole Story
Adam Douglas
Before the TR-808 and TR-909 changed hip-hop and dance, the CR-78 changed pop. Here’s the story of the last Roland organ-top rhythm machine.
Listening Guide: Aughts Hip-Hop
Christine Ochefu
In hip-hop history, the early 2000s represent the point when the genre began to have fun. Explore these standout tracks of the era.
Listening Guide: 1990s Hip-Hop
Jake Uitti
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, listen to these ten essential songs from the sound’s golden era, the 1990s.
Listening Guide: 1970s Hip-Hop
Keith Nelson Jr.
’70s hip-hop provided the perfect soundtrack to a good time. Get transported back to that magical period with these ten songs as portals.
Listening Guide: 1980s Hip-Hop
Kyle Eustice
The 1980s were a pivotal time in hip-hop’s development. Listen to these ten songs that helped define the decade.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Our holiday season this year will be different than any other. This cozy winter playlist features comforting songs to make it easier.
Take a deep dive into the way streaming recommendations work—and how online algorithms shape our musical listening habits.
Welcome to the world that’s grown around SP-404 custom skins and beyond. Get lost in the art and hear from the creators in their own words.
Roland has unveiled a new headquarters in Japan that unites R&D and administration staff under one roof in an inspiring workspace.
Sample the worldwide scope of 404 Day 2026 with this overview of community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and more.