The documentary film 808 tells the inspiring story of the Roland TR-808 drum machine, tracing its impact on electronic music and its unintended transformation of the musical landscape. The film explores how this small machine, used by top producers and performers, has been name-checked in numerous hit records and remains a defining sound in various musical styles across time and genre.
808
The documentary 808 tells the captivating story of the Roland TR-808 drum machine, tracing its crucial influence on the development of electronic music and its lasting impact on the music industry, sparked by an unexpected discovery.
