Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
As a fan of metal music, I could never be mad at Norther. Roots deeply embedded in melodic death metal, supported by techy sounds and heavy riffs – they remind us what it is to feel excited about life again. It's something that has resonated with listeners far and wide since their debut 'Dreams Of Endless War' was released in 20…
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It's hard not to have an opinion on Noisia. Whether you love their reverberating bass music or believe it to be too overwhelming, there is no denying that these Dutch producers have created an impactful and respected dis…
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Noir Désir is an iconic French rock band that has achieved major international fame and success, however, as their career ascends, so do the controversies surrounding them. From controversial musical inspirations to scan…
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For many rock fans, NoFX is considered one of the most influential punk bands of all time. Since forming in Los Angeles during 1983, Nofx has released an impressive twelve studio albums and have become notorious for thei…
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No More is a popular hip-hop artist that has had numerous chart-topping songs over the past few years. While some listeners appreciate the music and outspoken nature of the artist, others have critiqued aspects such as t…
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No Doubt is known for their unique, high energy ska-pop hybrid sound — but while they’ve enjoyed commercial and critical success over the years, it’s certainly not been without controversy. From accusations of cultural a…
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Nitin Sawhney is often described as one of the most innovative and inspiring music composers of his time. However, it's not only admiration that follows him - there have been quite a few heated debates concerning some of…
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Nirvana has been one of the most iconic and influential bands in rock music – but it's not without its critics. From disgruntled grunge-purists to those who cite a lack of diversity in their albums, there are plenty of d…
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As a music lover, we all have our favorite artists whose work continuously excite and inspire us. However, no matter how much we love them or how exceptional their talent may be, they will never be without flaws and crit…
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Love it or hate it, Nine Inch Nails is one of the most iconic music acts of our time. They draw an extreme reaction from listeners, some feel their aggressive sound and provocative lyrics are too dark for mainstream audi…
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If you are a fan of classic musical artists, you’ve likely heard the name Nina Simone. Known for her captivating voice and emotionally powerful soulful music pieces, this artist has made great strides in the impression s…
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Nile is an extreme metal band culling its influences from across multiple genres, all combined into a blistering blend of technical ingenuity and sinister world views. On one hand they offer up music at the highest level…
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Nightwish, the award-winning symphonic metal band from Finland, have been providing their unique brand of ethereal and fantastic music for over two decades. Created in 1996 by Tuomas Holopainen, Nightwish has become one…
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There’s no doubt that Nightmares On Wax has been one of the most pivotal and influential electronic musicians of this generation. From their chart-topping releases to their truly unique sound, we can thank them for leadi…
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Night Ranger has been on the music scene for decades and they have definitely earned their iconic status over this time. But with every artist that reaches such an acclaimed level, there are always those who will debate…
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