One of the most distinctive polys of the ’80s, the JX-3P is the secret sauce on tracks from movie themes to quirky indie cuts.
EXPLORE HISTORY
Explore the mysterious backstory of “Pump Up the Jam,” a worldwide electronic music smash and tale of mistaken identity.
Explore the enduring influence of the R-8 Human Rhythm Composer on a host of musical styles in Mexico, a land of deep tradition.
German DJ/producer Alex Ridha is best known as Boys Noize. His stomping 2010 tech-house track “1010” was built around a modified TR-707.
’70s hip-hop provided the perfect soundtrack to a good time. Get transported back to that magical period with these ten songs as portals.
A Few Minutes with Arcane Roots
Tom Wonnacott
From early influences and formative years to new music and technology, Arcane Roots reflect on the journey so far and what’s still to come.
Careers in Music: Tina Hizon
Tom Wonnacott
Meet the session sensation who’s shared stages with Olivia Rodrigo, Zayn, and Maisie Peters, and learn how she’s used keys to unlock a thriving career in music.
A Few Minutes With Elmiene
Keith Nelson Jr.
The 25-year-old British singer-songwriter behind one of R&B’s most buzzed-about debuts traces his gossamer sound to the vintage synth that defined a generation.
A Few Minutes with Martron
Carolyn Shlensky
Armed with classical chops and an eclectic setup, this DJ and producer is redefining what electronic music can sound like.
A Few Minutes with Switchfoot: Chad Butler & Boaz Roberts
Carolyn Shlensky
Drummer Chad Butler and lead guitarist Boaz Roberts discuss the power of hybrid gear and offer insight into Switchfoot’s three-decade legacy.
Ink: The Road to Stagecoach
Ari Rosenschein
Follow the Grammy-winning songwriter from rehearsals to the world’s most prestigious country music festival, and discover the story of her ascent.
A Few Minutes with Poolside
Carolyn Shlensky
From JUNO synths to SPD-driven live rigs, the longtime Roland user breaks down how Poolside blends analog warmth, modern flexibility, and “daytime disco” philosophy—onstage and in the studio.
A Few Minutes with Mitch Fountain of flipturn
Carolyn Shlensky
Guitarist and keys player Mitch Fountain reflects on the happy accident behind a Roland‑driven single, his evolution from guitar to keys, and why continual learning fuels his creativity.
Hybrid Theory: Ben Homola of GROUPLOVE
Carolyn Shlensky
Ahead of GROUPLOVE’s BeachLife Festival performance, drummer Ben Homola breaks down his hybrid setup, the gear that keeps him consistent, and more.
Karl Vanden Bossche of Gorillaz: Inside the Global Groove
Rod Brakes
Master percussionist and hybrid drummer Karl Vanden Bossche talks DW Drums, Latin Percussion, Roland V-Drums, and grooving with Gorillaz.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
Grammy-winning Portugal. the Man is the first band to release its own cryptocurrency, the PTM Coin. Find out how and why.
You've made the music, now what? A full-time music publicist teaches you how to pitch your project and get coverage—DIY style.
The video game industry is moving ever closer to cloud storage, digital distribution, and other online possibilities.
Musical mad scientist Dolly Spectra discusses using her body as a MIDI controller in performance, community, and the future of electronic pop.
Artist/designer/musician Yuri Suzuki talks about his love of Roland gear, creating 808303.studio, and musical life during quarantine.