Alpaca interweaves code and pattern, from music to textile to dance

The history of computation is connected to textiles. And in everything from choreographic gestures to weaving, one event makes patterns sing in music and materials and bodies. Across Sheffield, Berlin, Barcelona, Linz, and online, the latest Alpaca Conference is entering its second weekend, following an in-person festival the first weekend.

Roland 808: sneakers, fashion, and Twitch

So-called 808 Day isn’t until later this week, but Roland has announced two upcoming collaborations already. Bingo cards out: this year it’s “New Balance shoes” and “Twitch livestream with Grandmaster Flash.” And the real news here is that 8.08 Day will kick off a big change for Twitch DJs.

Peter Kirn - August 5, 2024

Roland TR-909: the hat, the shirt, a nearly-free sound pack

A pricey jacket may have overshadowed the rest of the news, but yes, Roland does have some 909 swag and sounds for those of us on a budget, too.

Peter Kirn - September 10, 2021

Imagine clubbing, space odyssey-style, with this pandemic-proof suit concept

Peter Kirn - April 29, 2020

The Roland TR-808 is getting its own pair of Puma shoes

Peter Kirn - April 13, 2018

Roland’s SH-101 – you could also play it while downhill skiing

Peter Kirn - October 30, 2017

These guys reacting to Maschine MK3 is kind of hilarious

Peter Kirn - September 14, 2017

The making of a fanciful album imagining a post-apocalyptic future

Peter Kirn - October 19, 2016

When Milliner, Musician Collaborate, You Get This Crazy Music Hat

Peter Kirn - July 23, 2015

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