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Ashton Miranda: Musical Mathematics with Ed Sheeran
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A Few Minutes with George Daniel of The 1975
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A Few Minutes with Gerald V. Casale of Devo
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Devo’s cult status remains indelible. Co-founder Gerald V. Casale reminisces about the band and its longstanding association with Roland.
EXPLORE TECH AND TREND
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A group of eclectic Icelandic artists offer unique perspectives on electronic music performance, their home country, and more.
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