Roland Users Group Insider

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 find info on the latest Roland-related events and happenings. And, last but not least, the Archive tab is your source for “vintage” features and how-to articles. Enjoy!

Artists

Rusty Anderson
Rusty Anderson

What’s it like to jam with a Beatle? Rusty Anderson talks shop about sharing the stage with Sir Paul McCartney and working with Elton John, Willie Nelson, and others.
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Monster Tour: Monster Players
Monster Tour: Monster Players

Charles Haynes and Pete Kuzma discuss Roland® electronic percussion and keyboards on Lady Gaga’s latest tour.
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Artemij Pavlov & Sinevibes
Artemij Pavlov & Sinevibes

If you’ve ever wondered who comes up with some of the sounds for Roland synthesizers, then meet Artemij Pavlov.
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Peter Erskine
Peter Erskine

Grammy® Award-winning drummer, composer and producer talks candidly about USC’s groundbreaking electronic drumlab.
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Scott Houston
Scott Houston

Roland-sponsored artist Scott Houston has a true passion for making the joy of playing piano accessible to the casual music lover.
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Eric Troyer
Eric Troyer

Eric talks about getting punched by bouncers, working with John Lennon, and why he chose the Roland VP-770.
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Cory Pesaturo
Cory Pesaturo

Meet Cory Pesaturo, the 23-year-old accordion wizard who claimed the title “World Champion” at the prestigious 2009 Coupe Mondiale World Accordion Championships.
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Hubert Gall
Hubert Gall

Meet the man behind the accordion in Cirque du Soleil’s KÀ and find out why he relies on Roland.
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Myron McKinley
Myron McKinley

Pianist, producer, and songwriter Myron McKinley, currently musical director with Earth, Wind & Fire, believes the V-Piano gives keyboard players something to call their own.
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George Duke
George Duke

With more than 30 years and dozens of albums under his belt, George is still touring and entertaining audiences. Find out more about this living legend.
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Doug DeAngelis
Doug DeAngelis

There is one constant in this successful composer, keyboard player, music director, and improviser’s history: Roland keyboards.
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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.
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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.
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Lisa Harriton
Lisa Harriton

Find out how this respected jazz pianist and singer uses Roland keyboards to amp up Smashing Pumpkins’ sound.
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Ladytron
Ladytron

Ladytron reveals secrets for translating the excitement and mood of studio productions to the stage.
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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.
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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.”
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Asia
Asia

The original lineup of iconic ’80s band Asia is back — in top form — and rocking as hard as ever.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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“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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Will Ray
Will Ray

Unorthodox B-bendering, ring slides, and BOSS. Find out how this Hellecaster sculpts his unique sound.
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Porcupine Tree
Porcupine Tree

Psychedelic. Experimental. Progressive. Roland and BOSS gear help Porcupine Tree explore the edges of modern music.
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