“Caribbean Blue” by Enya is a tapestry of layered vocals over a bed of JUNO-60 pads. Its sounds evoke the pull of nature on the human psyche.
EXPLORE HISTORY
In this exclusive interview, the legend shares about creating "Acid Tracks," birthing a genre, and the early days of the Chicago house scene.
“Heliosphan” relies on the drums to act as a driving force. Even when the track borders on chaos, the TR-909 maintains perfect time.
At the heart of the classic is its use of the TR-909. The drum machine's crisp attack evokes the heady world of NYC and its fashionistas.
Using the TR-808, vocoder, and modular synthesis, the enigmatic duo created a modern dance classic.
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.”
Yuri Suzuki and the Making of 808303.studio
Evan Shamoon
Artist/designer/musician Yuri Suzuki talks about his love of Roland gear, creating 808303.studio, and musical life during quarantine.
Rob Hyman: The Hooters, Time After Time, and the JUNO-60
Ari Rosenschein
From The Hooters to Cyndi Lauper, Rob Hyman has great timing. Discover how the JUNO-60 helped craft classic songs and capture magic moments.
Zeale: Austin to LA on Bars and Verses
Ari Rosenschein
Zeale is a rapper who’s found a niche solo and as half of Blackillac. Follow his journeys from Texas to California and from slam poet to MC.
A Few Minutes with Jeremy Ledbetter
Lyle Crilly
Toronto-based Jeremy Ledbetter is a musical globetrotter. He speaks about music, travel, and why now is the perfect time to take a breath.
Hailey Niswanger: From MAE.SUN to Hit Parade
Ari Rosenschein
Hailey Niswanger is a woodwinds force of nature. Follow her path from Berklee to playing with Demi Lovato and on Beyoncé’s “Black Parade.”
A Few Minutes with Salim Merchant on Music and Film
Ketan Mohite and Lyle Crilly
Salim Merchant has an awe-inspiring career creating music for film. He took the time to talk about his new album Bhoomi 2020 and more.
SYML: Sound, Film, and the Instrumental Journey
Ari Rosenschein
The atmospheric sound of SYML is both stark and mysterious. Brian Fennell discusses his latest EP and the short film that accompanies it.
A Few Minutes with Jubilee on 808s and Community
Alexander Dias
Jubilee grew up in Miami where the 808 shaped her sonic DNA. She talks about keeping spirits high and how music creates community.
A Few Minutes with Badflower in the Studio
Ari Rosenschein
Badflower is a band where chemistry is paramount. The members speak from the studio where they’re working on their sophomore release.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives.
With the world hit by a pandemic, live events were postponed or canceled. In the Coronavirus Era, virtual concerts have taken their place.
Drummer XR blends drumming, green screen, and mixed-reality professional Matt Workman's immersive 3D world-building chops.
Can't find a scene in your area? Create one yourself. These tips from veteran booker Emily Twombly will kickstart your DIY journey.
The unique paths to success of these eight composers offer valuable strategies for newcomers and veterans alike.