Many artists and releases played a pivotal role in shaping the L.A. Beat Scene. Here's a variety of key sounds from a unique musical moment.
EXPLORE HISTORY
Since debuting in 1975, the Roland JC-120 has been the gold standard for clean amp tone. From rebel roots to modern times, this is its story.
Dais sits at the intersection of post-punk, industrial, ambient, and other genres. Explore the label and its collab with Roland Lifestyle.
In 1982, a new synth dynasty set the tone for the '80s and beyond. Get the entire tale of the sonic and cultural impact of the Roland JUNO-60
Stones Throw Records challenges perceptions, demonstrating how a scrappy indie can create a deep cultural impact. Explore these essentials.
Remembering Ras G, Legendary L.A. Producer
Gino Sorcinelli
We celebrate Ras G, the legendary producer, DJ, and label co-founder who released 24 albums and mixtapes in his too-brief career.
A Few Minutes with Miss Tahloulah May
Ari Rosenschein
Miss Tahloulah May respects hip-hop heritage while pursuing her vision. She discusses beatmaking, crate digging, and the SP-404.
Clark: A Playground of Classical and Electronic Sounds
Ari Rosenschein
Chris Clark’s restless musical mind leads him to fresh sonic pastures. His latest release blends modern classical with trademark textures.
Aisling Brouwer: Making Waves and Staying Composed
Ari Rosenschein
Aisling Brouwer scores acclaimed films and is half of AVAWAVES. She discusses her upbringing, pandemic recording, and MC-707 inspiration.
Josh Wink: Three Decades of Creativity and the TB-303
Ari Rosenschein
Three decades in, Josh Wink is an electronic music icon. He talks about creativity, his first TB-303, and “Higher State of Consciousness.”
Yuri Suzuki and the Making of 808303.studio
Evan Shamoon
Artist/designer/musician Yuri Suzuki talks about his love of Roland gear, creating 808303.studio, and musical life during quarantine.
Rob Hyman: The Hooters, Time After Time, and the JUNO-60
Ari Rosenschein
From The Hooters to Cyndi Lauper, Rob Hyman has great timing. Discover how the JUNO-60 helped craft classic songs and capture magic moments.
Zeale: Austin to LA on Bars and Verses
Ari Rosenschein
Zeale is a rapper who’s found a niche solo and as half of Blackillac. Follow his journeys from Texas to California and from slam poet to MC.
A Few Minutes with Jeremy Ledbetter
Lyle Crilly
Toronto-based Jeremy Ledbetter is a musical globetrotter. He speaks about music, travel, and why now is the perfect time to take a breath.
Hailey Niswanger: From MAE.SUN to Hit Parade
Ari Rosenschein
Hailey Niswanger is a woodwinds force of nature. Follow her path from Berklee to playing with Demi Lovato and on Beyoncé’s “Black Parade.”
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Instagram introduced a new feature called Reels to create and discover short, entertaining videos. Learn how artists can utilize it.
Find out how Point Blank and educator Angela Piva use Roland Cloud to help students master music production, beatmaking, synthesis, and more.
Stunning and adventurous, Roland's 50th Anniversary Concept Piano combines sound, design, and connectivity into an instrument of the future.
Since 2005, Reddit has become a powerful resource for topics across the board. How is it especially useful for musicians?
They say that for a career in music you need to be tenacious, and I had been throughout my twenties and beyond. Can you return to music?