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Welcome to Roland's Insider, where you can read, watch, listen, and learn about Roland gear. Click the Artists tab for interviews with the world's finest musicians, producers, remixers, and more. Look for behind-the-scenes photos, videos, and audio clips sprinkled throughout. Click Hands-On for valuable tips, tricks, and techniques from Roland product specialists. In The News is where you'll info on the latest Roland-related events and happenings. From The Editor is your place to hear from (and respond to) the Roland editorial team. And, last but not least, the Archive tab is your source for "vintage" features and how-to articles. Enjoy!

Artists

Doug DeAngelis Doug DeAngelis
There is one constant in this successful composer, keyboard player, music director, and improviser’s history: Roland keyboards. Click for Details
Jetro da Silva Jetro da Silva
While collaborating with artists such as Whitney Houston, Jamie Fox, Patti Labelle, and others, Jetro da Silva has found the best combination of touch and sound in Roland’s flagship RD-700GX. Click for Details
Frank Gambale Frank Gambale
Look inside the mind of a true musical innovator and at the BOSS gear that plays an integral part in this “Sweep Picker’s” music. Click for Details
Lisa Harriton Lisa Harriton
Find out how this respected jazz pianist and singer uses Roland keyboards to amp up Smashing Pumpkins’ sound. Click for Details
Ladytron Ladytron
Ladytron reveals secrets for translating the excitement and mood of studio productions to the stage. Click for Details
Adrian Belew Adrian Belew
As one of the first guitarists to embrace guitar synthesis in the early ’80s with Roland’s GR-300, Adrian Belew has taken guitar tone to the moon and back with Roland. Find out what he’s doing these days with the VG-99. Click for Details
John Oates & Jed Leiber John Oates & Jed Leiber
John Oates, half of the best-selling duo Hall & Oates, along with co-writer, producer, and keyboard player Jed Leiber leaned on Roland to create Oates’ forthcoming solo release “1,000 Miles of Life.” Click for Details
Asia Asia
The original lineup of iconic ’80s band Asia is back — in top form — and rocking as hard as ever. Click for Details
Brian Culbertson Brian Culbertson
Chicago-native Brian Culbertson has emerged as one of the brightest stars of contemporary jazz. Learn more about Brian and see him in action with Roland. Click for Details
Kevin Ricard Kevin Ricard
Whether he’s recording with Christina Aguliera, Kenny Loggins, and others, or groovin’ on American Idol, percussionist Kevin Ricard turns to Roland to get the job done. Click for Details
Jan Stevens Jan Stevens
Find out how this Emmy-nominated composer and multi-instrumentalist uses Roland instruments to create a unique musical personality for some of TV’s top-rated shows. Click for Details
Taku Hirano Taku Hirano
When he’s touring with top notch acts such as Fleetwood Mac, Whitney Houston, Bette Midler, or Lionel Richie, percussionist Taku Hirano reaches for Roland. Click for Details
“Weird Al” Yankovic “Weird Al” Yankovic
With hilarious parodies and polka-laden originals, “Weird Al” Yankovic has gained legions of die-hard fans around the world. Now he’s sporting a Roland V-Accordion. Click for Details
Eugene Roberts Eugene Roberts
On tour with Kanye West, keyboardist and programmer Eugene Roberts relies on Roland and BOSS to create a larger-than-life sound and stage show. Click for Details
Carlos Lopez Carlos Lopez
From rock, pop, R&B, and soul to Latin, swing, jazz, and beyond, Carlos and his bandmates keep the stars dancing. Click for Details
Daniel Powter Daniel Powter
Daniel Powter writes catchy pop tunes and Roland instruments are part of his process. Learn how Roland digital pianos helped him have a bad day. Click for Details
Todd Hunter Todd Hunter
His eclectic musical background and unique jazz sound, have made this San Diego-born jazz pianist a ’seasoned road warrior” with artists such as Brian Setzer and Dionne Warwick. Click for Details
Shiny Toy Guns Shiny Toy Guns
After building a grassroots following on the internet, avid Roland users Shiny Toy Guns are embarking on a tour that includes some of the biggest music festivals in the world. Click for Details
Marc Yu Marc Yu
He started piano lessons at age 3, and has gone on to perform at some of the most prestigious venues in the U.S. See this piano prodigy in action on the KR-117M. Click for Details
Will Ray Will Ray
Unorthodox B-bendering, ring slides, and BOSS. Find out how this Hellecaster sculpts his unique sound. Click for Details
Porcupine Tree Porcupine Tree
Psychedelic. Experimental. Progressive. Roland and BOSS gear help Porcupine Tree explore the edges of modern music. Click for Details
George “Spanky” McCurdy George “Spanky” McCurdy
Drummer George “Spanky” McCurdy is currently on tour with Diddy and Snoop and is using V-Drums as a central part of his rig. Click for Details
Collective Soul Collective Soul
Collective Soul has enjoyed over a decade of success and Roland and BOSS products have been right there with them. Click for Details
David Benoit David Benoit
Bringing a diverse musical background to modern technology with Roland’s KR-Series digital grand pianos. Click for Details
Michael Ward Michael Ward
Guitarist for the Wallflowers, John Hiatt, Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals and School of Fish talks shop about gear, tuning, and big stages. Click for Details
Solarcade Solarcade
Using a VS-2400CD and BR-1600CD, this LA-based band has created a sound that is totally their own. Find out how they created a sound that is getting some serious attention. Click for Details
Scott Henderson Scott Henderson
Drawing from his blues and jazz roots while maintaining an unmistakable rock edge, Scott Henderson fuses a style all his own. Find out which BOSS products help Scott get his unmistakable sound. Click for Details
Lincoln Brewster Lincoln Brewster
He’s one of Christian Music’s most inspiring new-generation talents, but Lincoln Brewster’s rise to global recognition began in the pop mainstream over a decade ago. Click for Details
David Crowder Band David Crowder Band
At the leading edge of the new CCM generation is the David Crowder Band from Waco, Texas, recent winner of three Dove Awards. Click for Details
RZA RZA
Armed with an MV-8000, RZA has become the ninja master of slice-and-dice sampling. Film directors are fighting to get a piece of it. Click for Details
Paul Mirkovich Paul Mirkovich
As musical director and keyboardist for the RockStar INXS house band, Paul Mirkovich and his all-Roland synth rig made it look like cake. Click for Details

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