The When We Were Young music festival is a niche celebration where emo fans reunite to soak in nostalgia and fuel the resurgence of pop-punk’s popularity today.
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Roland has unveiled a new headquarters in Japan that unites R&D and administration staff under one roof in an inspiring workspace.
Sample the worldwide scope of 404 Day 2026 with this overview of community-driven SP-powered events, showcases, workshops, and more.
Verzuz and Rolling Live Studios point to a streaming future. Roland worked with both camps, helping up the sonics to match their visuals.
Artificial Intelligence is making its way into music. Investigate the wild new world of AI and how it's reshaping the creative landscape.
Batteries Sometimes Included: 4 Music Tech Innovations
Ari Rosenschein
The intersection of music and technology has always been a space for happy accidents. In that pioneering spirit, we bring you this short list of musical innovations.
The Benefits of Biomusic: Challenging the Boundaries of Sound
Jason Heffler
If music has no boundaries, why does its genesis usually occur within four walls? Biomusic is rooted in non-human sounds.
Quarantine and Our Relationship with Technology
Benjamin Heywood
In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives.
5G and the Cloud Move Gaming Online
Jordan Blum
The video game industry is moving ever closer to cloud storage, digital distribution, and other online possibilities.
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From The Hooters to Cyndi Lauper, Rob Hyman has great timing. Discover how the JUNO-60 helped craft classic songs and capture magic moments.
James Lavelle of UNKLE and Alex James of PLEASURES share their thoughts on the history of Mo' Wax and its continuing influence.
In 1982, a new synth dynasty set the tone for the '80s and beyond. Get the entire tale of the sonic and cultural impact of the Roland JUNO-60
Museum, artist incubator, distro, and record store—Submerge and Underground Resistance represents the interconnected Detroit music community.
In this exclusive interview, the legend shares about creating "Acid Tracks," birthing a genre, and the early days of the Chicago house scene.