The Roland TR-808 drum machine, featured in interviews with artists like Afrika Bambaataa and Pharrell Williams, revolutionized music production and shaped hip hop and pop.
“The heart of the beat that changed music.”
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The Roland TR-808 drum machine, featured in interviews with artists like Afrika Bambaataa and Pharrell Williams, revolutionized music production and shaped hip hop and pop.
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Zane Lowe narrates the story of the Roland TR-808 drum machine, a device that transformed music production. The film features interviews with influential artists such as Afrika Bambaataa and Pharrell Williams, who discuss the machine's role in the creation of iconic tracks like "Planet Rock." Premiering at South by Southwest on March 13, 2015, the documentary traces the 808's impact on hip hop and pop music, illustrating its continued relevance in contemporary sound.
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- Meet Afrika Bambaataa and Pharrell Williams
- Find out about the 808's music legacy
- See how the 808 changed hip hop
Did You Know
- The film premiered at South by Southwest on March 13, 2015.
- 100% of 10 critics' reviews on Rotten Tomatoes are positive.
- The soundtrack was released on November 25, 2016, with a single on June 30, 2015.
- Production started in March 2012 at the Winter Music Conference.
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Who directed the documentary 808?
808 was directed by Alexander Dunn.
When did 808 premiere at South by Southwest?
808 premiered at South by Southwest on March 13, 2015.
What is the release date of the soundtrack for 808?
The soundtrack for 808, titled 808: The Music, was released on November 25, 2016.
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