Bjooks INSPIRE THE MUSIC: 50 Years of Roland History

Created by Kim Bjørn with Roland's full cooperation, Bjooks INSPIRE THE MUSIC is a 400-page, beautifully illustrated hardcover book that tells the comprehensive story of Roland's 50 years of history, passion, people, creativity, and the machines that drive them.

Readers will enjoy more than 90+ colorful interviews with world-renowned artists and Roland designers, discussing their relationships with the instruments and making music. The book offers deep insights into the worldwide Roland culture, and a timeline traces Roland's history from its humble beginnings under founder Ikutaro Kakehashi to its current place as a worldwide leader in music technology.

In this celebration of innovation and creativity, readers are introduced to a world of artists, DJs and producers through insightful stories and interviews, including: Thomas Dolby, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Ali Stone, Omar Hakim, Sister Bliss, Howard Jones, Orbital, Richie Hawtin, Peaches, Culture Club producer Steve Levine, Guy Fletcher of Dire Straits, Clive Deamer of Radiohead, Gingger Shankar, Swizz Beatz, Rachel Z, Roger Taylor of Duran Duran, Nita Strauss, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Steve Stevens, Johnny Marr of The Smiths, Buffy Sainte-Marie, electronic music pioneer Jean-Michel Jarre, Yana Reznik, Rance Dopson, Bonnie McIntosh, The Egyptian Lover, and many more.