Craig Anderton explains how you can add some 'humanity' to your drum machine patterns.

One of the pioneers of the German electronic music scene, Hans Joachim Roedelius's use of electronic keyboards to treat sound, create atmospheres, and provide sonic backdrops has evolved through collaborations with the likes of Conny Plank, Peter Baumann and Brian Eno. Mark J. Prendergast discovers more about the man and his music.

The IC voltage amps

In this, the next of our Buyers Guides we look at electric pianos, string synths and electric keyboards in general.

Sound Workshop

Clap Hands... here comes Roland... build this new, exciting percussion device.

The latest scandal from the world of recording equipment.

As a founding member of Germany’s pioneering electronic group, Can, and a former Stockhausen pupil, Holger Czukay has long been associated with the avant-garde electronic music scene in Europe. His past work includes collaborations with Brian Eno, the Eurythmics and David Sylvian, with whom he has recently completed a new album. Mark Prendergast reports.

Thomas Dolby explains his new strategy

Alpha Syntauri Report

Dave Crombie tries the alphaSyntauri synthesiser

From Weather Report drummer to hi-tech enthusiast and Mac fanatic. Bob O'Donnell talks to a drummer who's discovered technology and used his rhythmic knowledge to get the best from his programming.

Paul Nagle

Keyboards

SI in association with Dave Crombie Productions Inc present The Moog Story, starring Robert A Moog...

An explanation of terms.

Steve Jolliffe — bodily contact

Recipes For A Tasty Dance Track

Our dance music series continues with a selection of drum patterns, chords, and basslines for you to try out.