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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

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
Scooter Vineburgh Scooter Vineburgh
This longtime drummer and hand percussionist has evolved into a bona fide songwriter and producer thanks to Roland’s HandSonic Percussion Controller. 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
Freddie Ravel Freddie Ravel
See this GRAMMY nominated producer, #1 recording artist, and revolutionary speaker in action on a Roland digital piano. Click for Details
Ladytron Ladytron
Find out how this UK foursome has won over scores of fans and made their mark as pioneers in today’s ever-expanding electronic music scene. 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
Marcus Johnson Marcus Johnson
Marcus Johnson has is made quite an impact in the contemporary jazz world and the KR-117M is helping him deliver his music live. 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
Ricky Dee Ricky Dee
Find out how this emerging singer-songwriter has become widely respected as one of country music’s hottest new acts. 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
Kevin Toney Kevin Toney
With his unique blend of pop sensibilities and jazz flavor, Kevin Toney has staked his claim as one of the biggest players in contemporary jazz. 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
Steve Rutledge Steve Rutledge
On the road with Steve Holy and in the studio, Guitarist/Producer Steve Rutledge uses BOSS pedals to get that country sound. Click for Details
Vinnie Colaiuta Vinnie Colaiuta
Revered by musicians everywhere as arguably the greatest drummer in the world, Vinnie Colaiuta has become a percussive legend in his own lifetime. He talks to Roland about his stellar session career and the joys of the Roland HandSonic. Click for Details
Eric Daniels & Monte Nueble Eric Daniels & Monte Nueble
Read what Mariah Carey’s talented keyboard team had to say about getting the gig, sharing the keyboard parts onstage, and building their new Roland rigs for the Adventures tour. Click for Details
Albert Menendez Albert Menendez
Roland US spent an afternoon with Albert during Shakira’s recent stop at the Arrowhead Pond Arena in Anaheim, California. Here’s what he had to say about his latest Roland discovery, the Fantom-X. Click for Details
Billy Duffy Of The Cult Billy Duffy Of The Cult
See what Billy has to say about his career, past and present, and his trusty companions, a Roland JC-120 amp and pedalboard filled with BOSS. 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
Alain Caron Alain Caron
Alain's latest album, 5, features the Roland V-Bass on every song. For the past year, Alain has toured Europe with Mike Stern. Most recently he added a Roland D-Bass amp stack to his stage setup. 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
Richard Bona Richard Bona
Richard Bona is a master of the bass, with incredible precision and speed. His tools of choice? V-Bass, D-Bass, GR-20, and a BOSS Loop Station. Click for Details
John Wackerman John Wackerman
Get the inside story on Drum Duets Volume 1, one of the most ambitious and unique recordings in recent drumming history. 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
The Killers The Killers
From Los Angeles to London, The Killers have sent shockwaves through the music world. See how they're using the SPD-S onstage. Click for Details

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