James Lavelle of UNKLE and Alex James of PLEASURES share their thoughts on the history of Mo' Wax and its continuing influence.
EXPLORE HISTORY
“Axel F” is the inescapable theme song of the classic '80s romp Beverly Hills Cop. Learn about the oddball hit and its pioneering creator.
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.
“Love Lockdown" by Kanye West utilizes the Roland TR-808, the heartbeat of electronic music production since the early 1980s.
The spiraling of the TR-909 on "Hunter" weaves a web of percussion. Immediately, the track draws the listener into a world of intrigue.
A Few Minutes with Divide and Dissolve
Ari Rosenschein
Multi-instrumentalist and composer Takiaya Reed creates heavy sounds that transcend genre boundaries—and even countries.
Careers in Music: Pete Korpela on Percussion for Film, TV, and Beyond
Nate Duchene
The prolific percussionist shares how an insatiable curiosity for rhythm fueled his journey from Helsinki to Hollywood.
Careers in Music: Jon Theodore of Queens of the Stone Age
Jamie Franklin and Tom Wonnacott
Meet the man on the throne for the Josh Homme supergroup and learn how he uses V-Drums with traditional percussion to create sonic landscapes.
A Few Minutes With Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins
Keith Nelson Jr.
The Grammy Award-winning producer behind scores of massive hits traces his signature sound to his Roland beginnings.
Urban Voices Project: Making the Neighborhood Sing
Emma Madden
Find out how the Los Angeles nonprofit organization has played a key role in helping participants secure both housing and employment.
A Few Minutes with Snarky Puppy
Danny Turner
The outfit’s latest rekindles its bond with the Metropole Orkest, as Bill Laurance’s harmonic style enters new orchestral and jazz frontiers.
A Few Minutes with TEED
Danny Turner
An intimate quest for connection, the latest release from TEED is a shimmering, memory-soaked blend of tender synths and emotional clarity.
A Few Minutes with Home Front
Ari Rosenschein
For these Edmonton synth provocateurs, punk is more than a genre. Find out how the term grounds them in decades of DIY efforts.
Careers in Music: Dan Nebe of Team Musicare
Ari Rosenschein
Learn how the pandemic-born music organization provides “inclusive, real-world creative arts experiences” in this exclusive conversation.
A Few Minutes with Ben Marc
Ari Rosenschein
Jazz, hip-hop, classical, and experimental sounds coalesce in the bassist’s music. Find out how he’s created a space for his unique style.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
The Roland Lifestyle brand builds on the company's legacy while looking to the future. See how it's introducing Roland to new generations.
Our holiday season this year will be different than any other. This cozy winter playlist features comforting songs to make it easier.
Run a search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you'll find a vast musical community. Learn how the instrument became a household word.
Award-winning composer Megan McDuffee reveals how she broke into video game scoring, sharing plenty of tips along the way.
The unique paths to success of these eight composers offer valuable strategies for newcomers and veterans alike.