Roland Showcases TR-808 Drum Machine on 808 Day

Roland is showcasing its TR-808 as part of 808 Day, the global music community’s annual salute to the world-famous drum machine. In addition, Larry Smith Jr., Rashad Smith, and Iz Avila sat down with Roland at 1500 Sound Academy in a new video to discuss acclaimed Run DMC and Whodini producer Larry Smith, the lore of his personal TR-808, the music created with it, and its influence on generations of creators old and new. View the video here.