Dave "Rave" Ogilvie shares his memories of recording Skinny Puppy's landmark Remission, one of the earliest recorded uses of the TR-909.
EXPLORE HISTORY
Learn the origin story of vocal harmonizers and processors and explore the science behind creating vocal harmonies with music technology.
Using the TR-808, vocoder, and modular synthesis, the enigmatic duo created a modern dance classic.
A “Buffalo Stance” is to stand with arms crossed, looking sideways. It's also the name of a 1989 hit by Swedish-born, UK-bred artist, Neneh Cherry.
From The Hooters to Cyndi Lauper, Rob Hyman has great timing. Discover how the JUNO-60 helped craft classic songs and capture magic moments.
Artists at Home: Delayed Pleasure
Ari Rosenschein
The enigmatic artist creates his environment primarily with Roland Boutique synthesizers and drum machines. Visit his studio.
Kassi Ashton: The Fine Art of Making Music
Ari Rosenschein
Kassi Ashton shares her creative journey from small-town Missouri to Music City recording artist in this mini-doc and profile.
Samuel Proffitt: Brooding Beats and Russian Literature
Ari Rosenschein
Samuel Proffitt’s sophisticated sound is haunting. He discusses everything from screamo aspirations to rhythmic inspiration using the TR-808.
Artists at Home: Mr. Tuna in the Studio
Lis Di Angelo
Mr. Tuna is a synth master from British Columbia whose converted barn serves as his studio. His social media savvy makes him an online star.
Gowan: Strange Animal on the River Styx
Lyle Crilly
If you grew up in Canada, the music of Gowan sparks memories. The artist also has a longstanding role in theatrical legends Styx.
A Few Minutes with BricksDaMane: Inside the Winner’s Circle
Ari Rosenschein
Energetic, accomplished, and ambitious, BricksDaMane is one of the most prolific and in-demand producers in hip-hop.
Drum Companion: Lorne Wheaton on Neil Peart and More
Darren Schoepp
Lorne Wheaton’s lengthy tenure with Neil Peart makes him a Rush fan favorite. Learn about their time on the road in this exclusive interview.
Roland Engineering: Atsushi Hoshiai and the TR-909
Kaori Tsuboi
You may be surprised to learn that one of the original engineers of the Roland TR-909 is still active in the company. Meet Atsushi Hoshiai.
Dynamix II: On Miami Bass, the TR-808, and Finding the Perfect Tempo
Mike Sparks
David Noller and Todd Walker of Dynamix II discuss their history, the Miami sound, and the quest to find an 808 in the 1980s.
Boris and the Power of NO
Ari Rosenschein
In the face of a global pandemic, Tokyo’s legendary trio Boris created a unique statement of purpose and hope.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Award-winning composer Megan McDuffee reveals how she broke into video game scoring, sharing plenty of tips along the way.
Learn how the biggest musical acts are challenging audience attention spans by releasing lengthy albums in today's marketplace.
David Bellow, aka Lightfoot, and Michele Darling explain the process of establishing a groundbreaking SP-404 course at Berklee.
Instagram introduced a new feature called Reels to create and discover short, entertaining videos. Learn how artists can utilize it.
K-pop groups increasingly claim the spotlight on the world stage. Industry insiders give us insights into what makes the style so popular.