EPISODE · Apr 25, 2026 · 13 MIN
The Drum Machine That Ate Chicago (And Gave Birth to House Music)
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In 1982, a Japanese drum machine became the heartbeat of an entire musical revolution. We dive into how the Roland TR-808's "broken" sound became the foundation of house music, transforming Chicago's underground club scene and accidentally creating the template for modern dance music. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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In 1982, a Japanese drum machine became the heartbeat of an entire musical revolution. We dive into how the Roland TR-808's "broken" sound became the foundation of house music, transforming Chicago's underground club scene and accidentally creating the template for modern dance music.
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