In our new quarantine reality, many of us work from home and socialize through a screen, making technology increasingly central in our lives.
EXPLORE TECH
Tone Explorer is a technology preview from Roland Future Design Lab, made available for music creators to try as a GALAXIAS Labs Experiment.
The video game industry is moving ever closer to cloud storage, digital distribution, and other online possibilities.
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.
Take a deep dive into the way streaming recommendations work—and how online algorithms shape our musical listening habits.
The Birth of the Roland Lifestyle Brand
Kirsten Spruch
The Roland Lifestyle brand builds on the company’s legacy while looking to the future. See how it’s introducing Roland to new generations.
How Musicians Are Utilizing Reddit
Kirsten Spruch
Since 2005, Reddit has become a powerful resource for topics across the board. How is it especially useful for musicians?
K-pop: The Inner Workings of a Global Phenomenon
SIRMA
K-pop groups increasingly claim the spotlight on the world stage. Industry insiders give us insights into what makes the style so popular.
Winter Blanket: A Cozy and Comforting Indie Playlist
Kirsten Spruch
Our holiday season this year will be different than any other. This cozy winter playlist features comforting songs to make it easier.
The Business of Music: Your Guide to DIY Publicity
Kristin Robinson
You’ve made the music, now what? A full-time music publicist teaches you how to pitch your project and get coverage—DIY style.
How Octapadist Became an Occupation in India
Ari Rosenschein
Run a search for “Octapad” or “Octapadist,” and you’ll find a vast musical community. Learn how the instrument became a household word.
What Yoga Can Teach a 2020 Musician
Arielle Silver
In times of many challenges, musicians can learn a great deal by implementing the fundamental philosophies of yoga practice.
The Business of Music: Simple Ways to Polish Your Brand
Arielle Silver
Through social media, our personal and artistic lives bleed into each other. What does this mean for musicians developing their branding?
The Business of Music: DIY Booking Tips
Emily Twombly
Can’t find a scene in your area? Create one yourself. These tips from veteran booker Emily Twombly will kickstart your DIY journey.
A Musician’s Guide to TikTok Success
SIRMA
Anyone has the chance to go viral on TikTok. All it takes is attention-grabbing content, strategic hashtags, and some luck.
EXPLORE HISTORY
“Heliosphan” relies on the drums to act as a driving force. Even when the track borders on chaos, the TR-909 maintains perfect time.
“Love Lockdown" by Kanye West utilizes the Roland TR-808, the heartbeat of electronic music production since the early 1980s.
Trace the influence electroclash artists had on the music of today and it's not hard to see the genre everywhere. So, what happened?
Using the TR-808, vocoder, and modular synthesis, the enigmatic duo created a modern dance classic.
Dave "Rave" Ogilvie shares his memories of recording Skinny Puppy's landmark Remission, one of the earliest recorded uses of the TR-909.