With a JUNO-60 and an army of Roland samplers, Animal Collective created an unforgettable melodic kaleidoscope: “My Girls."
EXPLORE HISTORY
The Roland and BOSS Lifetime Achievement Awards honor artists while providing a timeline of how these musicians and instruments shaped music.
Often credited as the first deep house cut, “Mystery of Love” is a blueprint for the genre. Its pattern continues to captivate dancefloors.
The Roland TR-808, used on Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s alluring 2013 hit, “Drunk In Love,” is an essential bed upon which to create a masterpiece.
Explore a curated collection of lesser-known gems featuring the Roland TB-303 Bass Line, courtesy of Rush Hour Music.
A Few Minutes with Lionclad
Kat Bein
Where some people see a sampler, Lionclad sees a world of possibilities. She shares about mixtapes, puppet shows, analog synths, and more.
A Few Minutes with Philip Woo
Jake Uitti
Philip Woo opens up about his influences, the artistic hub of Seattle’s Garfield High School, and what keeps him dedicated to music.
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.
Key Figure: The Piano Takes Center Stage
Jake Uitti
A new generation of piano-playing frontpeople is carrying the torch for the instrument, bringing its legacy into new genres and formats.
A Few Minutes with AMÉMÉ
Alexander Dias
AMÉMÉ reveals the ways his eclectic musical DNA helps him blur the lines between melodic techno, Afro, and deep house.
Sam Gendel and the AE-30: Film, Album, Instrument
Ari Rosenschein
Acclaimed musician Sam Gendel took the AE-30 to Iceland to create an album and documentary. Learn how the Aerophone Pro inspired the project.
Andy Bell: Taking an Electronic Ride with GLOK
Ari Rosenschein
Legendary British musician Andy Bell creates immersive electronic worlds in his new project, GLOK. Read about the role Roland gear plays.
David Rosenthal: Always in a New York State of Mind
Ari Rosenschein
For David Rosenthal, Billy Joel’s keyboardist and Musical Director, NYC is home. Learn how he helped arrange an all-star tribute to the city.
Egyptian Lover and the Art of Staying Gold
Kyle Eustice
Egyptian Lover—born Gregory Broussard—began his love affair with the Roland TR-808 as a teenager. It has been his muse ever since.
LLNN: Brothers Creating Sound and Fury
Ari Rosenschein
The siblings of LLNN share a lifetime of gaming and music. They discuss unorthodox sound design, Roland gear, and the mystery of their name.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Electronic music producer Christopher Kah highlights Roland instruments in ECHO, his new immersive 3D audio performances.
In times of many challenges, musicians can learn a great deal by implementing the fundamental philosophies of yoga practice.
Grammy-winning Portugal. the Man is the first band to release its own cryptocurrency, the PTM Coin. Find out how and why.
The Roland Lifestyle brand builds on the company's legacy while looking to the future. See how it's introducing Roland to new generations.
Auris Presents shares what makes ARC Music Festival unique and how it’s grown into an unmissable event for Chicago and beyond.