Listening Guide: Gary Numan The trailblazer combined synthesizers, tight songwriting chops, and an evolving glam sci-fi image. Probe the outer limits of his discography. by Ari Rosenschein 4 mins read
Best Kept Secrets: TB-303 A Rush Hour Music Selection Explore a curated collection of lesser-known gems featuring the Roland TB-303 Bass Line, courtesy of Rush Hour Music. by Antal Heitlager 6 mins read
Listening Guide: Post-Rock Submerge yourself in this starting point for an experimental genre of rock music that floats, swirls, and unfolds. by Tom Wonnacott 4 mins read
Sound Behind the Song: “Elsewhere” by Vangelis Vangelis’ “Elsewhere” has all the hallmarks of the late maestro: synths, emotion, and a sublime melody, all held together by two JUNO-106s. by Adam Douglas 3 mins read
Sound Behind the Song: “Glimmer” by Tame Impala "Glimmer” serves as a palate cleanser on Tame Impala's fourth album. Featuring the TR-707, it feels like an old friend in new dancing shoes. by Jake Uitti 2 mins read
A Few Minutes with Jane Weaver Ari Rosenschein Jane Weaver’s latest album is a self-contained universe. The artist discusses shaking up her studio process, cinema, and the groove.
A Few Minutes with Dani B of RAYE Kirsten Spruch The prolific player shares her thoughts on touring with RAYE, finding success in the music industry, and her Roland gear.
Ten Female Producers Who March to the Beat of Their Own Drum SIRMA These inspiring female producers have left their marks on the music industry and continue to carve space for newcomers.
A Few Minutes with Night Tapes Danny Turner The brainchild of housemates recording late-night jams onto cassette, Night Tapes explains the process behind their atmospheric dream pop.
A Few Minutes with Junior Simba Danny Turner From Africa to the United Kingdom, eclectic dance star Junior Simba shares his passion for infusing ethnic sounds into his songcraft.
Careers in Music: Sarah Tudzin on Producing Danny Turner Sarah Tudzin, songwriter and vocalist for illuminati hotties, guides us through her rapidly ascending career as a producer and mix engineer.
On the Move: Dolly Spectra and Gestural Performance Technology Carolyn Shlensky Musical mad scientist Dolly Spectra discusses using her body as a MIDI controller in performance, community, and the future of electronic pop.
A Few Minutes with Maya Shenfeld Ari Rosenschein The composer uses everything from a youth choir to the MC-202 to bridge the gap between electronic and organic, ancient and futuristic.
A Few Minutes with Kyle Hollingsworth of The String Cheese Incident Danny Turner Keyboard virtuoso Kyle Hollingsworth of The String Cheese Incident talks gear history, love of live performance, and songwriting craft.
A Few Minutes with Nation of Language Danny Turner Brooklyn trio Nation of Language demonstrates how its ’80s-synth pop credentials are not just future past but future present.
Piano Meets Home Decor The crown jewel of your creative space can look as good as it sounds. Use these tips to incorporate your piano into your home design plans. by SIRMA 5 mins read
Careers in Music: Scoring Tips from Eight Composers The unique paths to success of these eight composers offer valuable strategies for newcomers and veterans alike. by SIRMA 8 mins read
What’s Collab and How Can Musicians Use it? Collab is a new iOS app from New Product Experimentation (NPE) at Facebook that helps people make music together. Learn how to utilize it. by Ari Rosenschein 6 mins read
Ultimate Guide to 404 Day 2025 Join the 404 Day worldwide takeover with community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and interactive demos. by Carolyn Shlensky 1 min read
Quarantine and Our Relationship with Technology In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives. by Benjamin Heywood 2 mins read