Sound Behind the Song: “Rublick’s Cube” by Drexciya Detroit’s enigmatic duo Drexciya submerged themselves in Afrofuturist myth. "Rublicks Cube" is a transcendent TR-606 classic. by Alexander Dias 2 mins read
Sound Behind the Song: “Paul Revere” by Beastie Boys In the mid-'80s, there was little edgier in the mainstream than NYC’s notorious Beastie Boys, and "Paul Revere" was their origin story. by Ari Rosenschein 2 mins read
Listening Guide: 1970s Hip-Hop ’70s hip-hop provided the perfect soundtrack to a good time. Get transported back to that magical period with these ten songs as portals. by Keith Nelson Jr. 4 mins read
Sound Behind the Song: “Heart of Glass” by Blondie Sometimes, a song’s intro transports us back to a specific time. Learn how the CR-78 formed the playful rhythmic bed for "Heart of Glass." by Ari Rosenschein 2 mins read
Listening Guide: Aughts Hip-Hop In hip-hop history, the early 2000s represent the point when the genre began to have fun. Explore these standout tracks of the era. by Christine Ochefu 4 mins read
A Few Minutes with Mndsgn: Expanding Possibilities Kat Bein Mndsgn has spent over a decade exploring inner truths as danceable moods. Find out why creating his latest was such a rare artistic pleasure.
Jacknife Lee: Studio Adventures and Philosophy Ari Rosenschein Jacknife Lee has produced U2, REM, The Killers, Snow Patrol, and more. Still, his hunger for innovation means he never rests on his laurels.
A Few Minutes with MARNIK: Educating the Dancefloor Ari Rosenschein Italian duo MARNIK discusses ’90s inspiration, all-star collaboration, and how their V-MODA headphones can withstand a meteorological event.
Noga Erez: From Tel Aviv with Authenticity Clint Ward With sophomore LP, KIDS, Noga Erez and Ori Rousso completed a three-year journey. The record overflows with evocative vocals and production.
Frank McNulty: A Family’s Musical Journey Ari Rosenschein Music keeps us young and brings families together. Frank McNulty and his daughter Jules talk about influences, upbringing, and Roland pianos.
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.”
5 Ways Musicians Can Take a Screen Break We’re spending more time than ever in front of computers and need a screen break. It can feel like we’re bouncing between platforms all day. by Ari Rosenschein 2 mins read
NAMM 2025 Scene Report Relive the inspiring performances, exclusive product debuts, and groundbreaking discussions showcased at the 2025 NAMM Show. by Carolyn Shlensky 4 mins read
Raising Your Voice: Exploring Clubhouse and Drop-in Audio Chat Once an invite-only space for execs and celebrities, Clubhouse can benefit users of all types. Learn to maximize this powerful platform. by Kirsten Spruch 5 mins read
Yuri Suzuki and the Making of 808303.studio Artist/designer/musician Yuri Suzuki talks about his love of Roland gear, creating 808303.studio, and musical life during quarantine. by Evan Shamoon 5 mins read
Careers in Music: Megan McDuffee on Scoring for Games Award-winning composer Megan McDuffee reveals how she broke into video game scoring, sharing plenty of tips along the way. by Danny Turner 5 mins read