Deep into a five-decade noise odyssey, Masami Akita offers the philosophies behind Merzbow’s surrealist approach to sound.
The visionary flutist opens up about his musical journey, working with icons, and embracing the Aerophone Brisa.
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In a world of algorithms and automation, Mocky's latest release pushes back against the machine and puts choir over code.
On the eve of the Silver Panda remix of "Lift Me Up," Moby discusses his philosophies on sharing music, collaboration, and much more.
EXPLORE HISTORY
“Everybody Needs A 303" marked the arrival of Fatboy Slim. The track would propel him to become one of the world’s first superstar DJs.
More than 30 years after Derrick May's “Strings of Life” saw release, techno remains a pillar of the modern dance community.
Roland has always worked to create the ultimate electronic piano feel and sound. Dive into the history of the RD family of stage pianos.
At the heart of Tangerine Dream’s hypnotic “White Eagle” lies a secret—one kept between the band and a pair of JUPITER-8s.
“Rio” cemented the British fivesome as synth-pop legends and MTV superstars. The JUPITER-4 arpeggio is a defining sound of the '80s hit.
A Few Minutes with Shabaka Hutchings
Carolyn Shlensky
The visionary flutist opens up about his musical journey, working with icons, and embracing the Aerophone Brisa.
A Few Minutes with Merzbow
Danny Turner
Deep into a five-decade noise odyssey, Masami Akita offers the philosophies behind Merzbow’s surrealist approach to sound.
A Few Minutes with Mocky
Danny Turner
In a world of algorithms and automation, Mocky’s latest release pushes back against the machine and puts choir over code.
A Few Minutes with Moby
Harry Levin
On the eve of the Silver Panda remix of “Lift Me Up,” Moby discusses his philosophies on sharing music, collaboration, and much more.
A Few Minutes with Mareux
Ari Rosenschein
The enigmatic artist unpacks the sounds behind his noir masterpieces and explains how the element of chance contributed to his viral success.
Careers in Music: Playing Live on Broadway
SIRMA
Meet seven successful Broadway musicians who carved their own paths to the stage and into the orchestra pit.
Arabian Prince on 808s, Technology, and West Coast Hip-Hop
Ari Rosenschein
This legend was around at the start of the Los Angeles rap game. The self-proclaimed Willy Wonka talks N.W.A, 808s, and his own futurism.
Careers in Music: Greazy Keyz on Hockey, Gemstones, and the AX-Edge
Ari Rosenschein
The keytar-wielding hockey organist talks about his unusual music journey, building a brand, and lending piano chops to a hit HBO series.
A Few Minutes with Lucy Gooch
Ari Rosenschein
The wandering artist speaks about early musical memories, capturing fleeting ideas, and how a sense of place influences her writing.
Careers in Music: Tom Scott on Sax, Composing, and a Life in Songs
Carolyn Shlensky
The legendary musician and composer reflects on his musical upbringing, the power of digital wind instruments, and key collaborations.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
From panels to interviews to performances, here is a rundown of Roland's presence at Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE) 2025.
Grammy-winning Portugal. the Man is the first band to release its own cryptocurrency, the PTM Coin. Find out how and why.
In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives.
From oil paintings to digital illustration, sculptures to industrial design, synthesizers as art are finally shining in the limelight.
Collab is a new iOS app from New Product Experimentation (NPE) at Facebook that helps people make music together. Learn how to utilize it.