If music has no boundaries, why does its genesis usually occur within four walls? Biomusic is rooted in non-human sounds.
EXPLORE TECH
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 video game industry is moving ever closer to cloud storage, digital distribution, and other online possibilities.
Electronic music producer Christopher Kah highlights Roland instruments in ECHO, his new immersive 3D audio performances.
A Wellness Primer for Musicians
Benjamin Heywood
There are specific things musicians can do to foster wellness and stay creative, despite the challenges we all face right now.
Returning to Music: It’s Never Too Late
Arielle Silver
They say that for a career in music you need to be tenacious, and I had been throughout my twenties and beyond. Can you return to music?
2020 and Counting: A Summer Indie Playlist
Kirsten Spruch
2020 certainly hasn’t been a typical summer, but at least the world has had one reliable constant: good indie music. Here’s a playlist to prove it.
Nashville Scene Report
Ari Rosenschein
Nashville has seen changes over the years, mirroring the growth of its entertainment industry. These musicians contribute to the fabric of Music City.
5 Ways Musicians Can Take a Screen Break
Ari Rosenschein
We’re spending more time than ever in front of computers and need a screen break. It can feel like we’re bouncing between platforms all day.
EXPLORE HISTORY
It’s not a stretch to say that few bands were as formative in the early evolution of electronic music as Yellow Magic Orchestra.
Mantronix mixed Kraftwerk's experimental feel with the warmth of Grandmaster Flash. "Scream" remains a landmark electro-funk hip-hop mashup.
Roland’s global headquarters sits in Hamamatsu, Japan. Take a tour of this charming seaside town and learn how Roland fits into its history.
The TR-606 endures for its crisp, punchy sound, as well as trigger capabilities and extensive mods. Find out why it remains a classic.
30 years after its release, Joey Beltram’s “Energy Flash” remains one of the definitive techno tracks. It still sits easily in a DJ set.