The Science of Sample Packs SIRMA November 17, 2021 Alin Dimitriu, Saint Ezekiel, Lightfoot, and Ski Beatz share the challenges and rewards of sample pack creation and give tips to producers. Read More »
LLNN: Brothers Creating Sound and Fury Ari Rosenschein September 29, 2021 The siblings of LLNN share a lifetime of gaming and music. They discuss unorthodox sound design, Roland gear, and the mystery of their name. Read More »
Mod Squad: A History of TR-707 and TR-727 Modifications Adam Douglas September 3, 2021 The TR-707 and TR-727 drum machines are more than just coveted vintage units. Learn about the ways in which modders have made them their own. Read More »
A Few Minutes with Scanner: Pursuing Immersive Sound Andrew Emil July 28, 2021 Robin “Scanner” Rimbaud explores many genres—from avant-garde to accessible. Find out how he’s gone from tape recorders to art institutions. Read More »
Track Talk: LUCIANBLOMKAMP on “In Between” by 6LACK Ari Rosenschein July 17, 2021 Australian producer LUCIANBLOMKAMP walks us through the process behind creating the track for 6LACK’s smash hit “In Between.” Read More »
Sound Behind the Song: “The Box” by Roddy Ricch Keith Nelson Jr. March 25, 2021 Each generation has songs embodying the culture. Roddy Ricch’s “The Box” acclimated listeners to the genre-blending force hip-hop had become. Read More »
How Roland Cloud Gives Music Students an Edge SIRMA March 5, 2021 Find out how Point Blank and educator Angela Piva use Roland Cloud to help students master music production, beatmaking, synthesis, and more. Read More »
10 Zenbeats Tips for Your Production Workflow Charles Burchell January 22, 2021 Zenbeats can help you create on the go and inspire ideas at home. Here are ten tips to improve your production workflow. Read More »
How to Create a Tame Impala-style Track with Roland Cloud Charles Burchell January 8, 2021 Tame Impala blends shoegaze, electro-pop, and downtempo funk in its sound. Use Roland Cloud to create a track in the group’s dreamy style. Read More »
Create a Flying Lotus-style Beat with Roland Cloud Charles Burchell November 21, 2020 Flying Lotus stretches the boundaries of hip-hop and electronic music. Learn to use Roland Cloud instruments to make a track in his style. Read More »