Roger Taylor (Duran Duran) on the Roland TD-30KV Electronic Drums

Duran Duran are currently in the studio penning their new album and drummer Roger Taylor is embracing electronic drums in his sound as much today as he ever. He takes us through why he loves Roland's flagship TD-30KV V-Drums kit and how he is using it on the new Duran Duran album.
Learn more about the Roland TD-30KV V-Drums Kit:
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This video was part of a series of Interviews with Roger Taylor which can be found at: www.roland.co.u...

[@ShaunyV91]

Sadly because Roger comes under the Duran Duran banner, he is largely ignored, but is certainly an excellent and underrated drummer. Same goes for John Taylor the bassist, see his work on the Rio album.

[@US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV.]

It is funny all the critics back then were used to 60s and 70 s type music and did not get bands like DD.......it was a lot of guys in their mid 30 s to mid 40 s who did not have a clue and were snobs....I remember the new wave/romantic era bands of the early 80 s like Inxs and DD and they blew my mind....

[@pamandrobtrust7624]

They write and play all their own stuff. Thats why I like this band. Always been a fan of the band just for this reason. And they can still put bands to shame live also. Duran Duran is a great musical unit, that will be rocking for years to come for sure.

[@energybengt]

Roger is just coolness ...

[@JustYerStandardUFO]

View To A Kill amazing drums in that song. He was one of the best 80's drummers around. Very musical. Good to see he's still around!

[@CaribSurfKing1]

Its sad that people still think DD are a pop/girl band They had it all, great musicians, songwriters

[@derekwildash2683]

CaribSurfKing1 Saw them a few years back. Really good show.

[@US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV.]

It is funny all the critics back then were used to 60s and 70 s type music and did not get bands like DD.......it was a lot of guys in their mid 30 s to mid 40 s who did not have a clue and were snobs....I remember the new wave/romantic era bands of the early 80 s like Inxs and DD and they blew my mind....

[@energybengt]

I have to smile here ... Roger is sounding so much like Nick! His tone and cadence and phrasing of how he is speaking sounds a lot like Nick's pensive, eloquent and articulate speaking voice. Apart from this ... I love Roger ... I've always been inspired how he approaches his instrument and his sensibility for music and his energy in general. He speaks through his art. Just like Neil Peart or others who inspire me. Love the Roger!

[@energybengt]

Right. I just never noticed before ... or it's more noticable here? :)

[@AnniesRoomUK]

The views and feedback for this video have been amazing. It was Annie's Room that composed the music for this. Everything you hear was composed using Roger's solo drum track and then creating songs around it. Thank you for all the positive feedback. If you would like the mp3's of the songs featured in this video just subscribe to our channel and we'll send them right over. Thanks again. Max & Jack Annie's Room

[@projectptube]

Roger is one of my favorite drummers of all time. him and Steve Janson from Japan.

[@lorih7936]

I could watch and listen to him talk all damn day! :D

[@ashe984]

He is such a cutie

[@lorih7936]

Ive heard that he is a real sweetheart too. Mr Total Package :)

[@ashe984]

Lori H Yep he sure is :)

[@Megatone230]

Roger ROCKS my world... great sounds, can't wait to hear the new tunes!

[@RogersMel]

Greatest drummer ever!

[@astronaut2005drummer]

Nice to see Roger talking about this great Roland kit!!

[@TheLogic1010]

RT is without doubt an excellent drummer. Bring back the greased back hairsytle.

[@aarongregory1806]

My mate has one of these, they are so responsive! Brilliant kit.

[@churchbryan35]

Wow what an amusement park of sounds! I'm a guitar player but always wanted to have a bass and drums to record "Music" but the full drum kit wasn't feasible, then you would have to use trigger mic's etc....but this Roland kit is amazing. I wish I could afford it! Great Video.....From a Generation X'er from the U.S. Roger Taylor Rock's! Duran Duran defined the summers of my adolescence coming of age in the 80's.LOL ...................................................L8ER

[@denwo1982]

So much talent, at the commonwealth games in Birmingham killed it with his drumming skills

[@JamesYiHa]

As an idea, you guys should have cymbal sound packs that were recorded from certain cymbals such as Paiste Twentys, Zildjian Custom K's, Sabian HHX, etc. That along with drum sound packs from various drum companies would be amazing.

[@Xcorgi]

Roger from Duran Duan is a great drummer but it would be awesome to see Roger Taylor from Queen play this Roland set and hear what he thinks about it as well.

[@DrRussPhd]

exactly what I was thinking.. .

[@mrnegronis]

He should have played the "hungry like the wolf" groove. With the synthy tom tom sounds

[@GizmoWorcs]

Nice kit and a great local drummer to me

[@ashe984]

He is so adorbs

[@lifeschool]

Awesome video, awesome sound, very groovy - thanks RT and Roland. :)

[@joycealtmann7448]

ROGER your the best great sound

[@ashe984]

Love ya Roger

[@taniapadilha4912]

I love the songs of vocês.Minha adolescence was marked with unforgettable songs from you ... marvelous. kisses to all. Brazil.

[@chrisjourdains.5421]

A genius. The truth that knows his stuff.

[@cbr9914]

shit...hes way better than i thought...

[@marktywharton]

from 03:23 - yup! I can hear what you can hear...

[@US_ARMY_25_INF._DIV.]

It is funny all the critics back then were used to 60s and 70 s type music and did not get bands like DD.......it was a lot of guys in their mid 30 s to mid 40 s who did not have a clue and were snobs....I remember the new wave/romantic era bands of the early 80 s like Inxs and DD and they blew my mind....

[@phantomgurl4987]

nice kit

[@susankocher7524]

I totally agree...Roger was always the shy one but could definitely lay down on the drums. John too is an amazing bassist. Too bad they're not handsome as well...😉🥰😆

[@HeseTku]

3:22 sneak peak to new song intro :P oh dear it sounds awesome even just that short intro :P

[@DURAN1978GR]

check this.........-roger taylor on the roland TD-30KV electronic drums.... HE PLAYS THIS ONE....

[@LaLaLadi10]

luv u 4 Eva xx

[@laspilly]

You must be at least very good if you can play in such fusion with a great bassist as John Taylor. Drums is not just about solos.

[@astronaut2005drummer]

Thanks to Roger Taylor and to Roland for this video! :) I bought the HD-3 last year! :) Check my channel.

[@joeyhandeland]

There's only so much you can do on an acoustic drum kit.

[@BOSEKPETER]

top

[@gloriacastillo1971]

***** YES !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@CelesteK]

NICE!!! :)

[@dbrouwer2007]

On Evil Beach anyone? :D

[@notorious007ful]

god hes so cute I like him .... kiss kiss

[@DaftSwank]

Did I just hear a snippet of a cut off of DD #14?????

[@pauloranienburg]

Duran duran

[@angelojoaquim]

V rules

[@angelojoaquim]

nice rack!

[@MarkBrydondrums85]

queen roger taylor looks diffrent lol still i think duran duran RT isnt bad but RT Queen rules!

[@pauloranienburg]

Coll

[@SD7268]

probably she love him...maybe she remember the 80's.... duran duran times...you know... ;)

[@salvadormarley]

He's a good drummer sure but the greatest ever? Look up Buddy Rich and report back.

[@LeenaCirclePageUK]

Good Play Thank You For Sharing. BRAVO BRAVO. :) :)