'808' Documentary to Feature Rick Rubin, Questlove, Pharrell & More

The Roland TR-808 drum machine will be the subject of an upcoming documentary simply titled 808, produced by You Know Films, Atlantic Films and Arthur Baker.

Set to arrive sometime next year, the film will feature which features commentary and contributions from many drummers, artists and producers who have utilized the instrument, including Questlove, Rick Rubin, Damon Albarn, Pharrell Williams, David Guetta, Phil Collins, Diplo and New Order, among others.

“Making a documentary about a drum machine, a piece of electronic equipment, is an interesting challenge,” said director Alexander Dunn in a statement. “[It was] one that led myself and the team to meet over 50 musicians and artists from all around the world ... Those artists and musicians are the real protagonists of the film and the 808, in the hands of our contributors, would change music forever.”

Watch a trailer for the film below.