Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
As a masterful Gospel and Soul musician, Solomon Burke is often praised for his deep lyrics and dynamic stage presence. His high-energy performances have earned him the nickname “King of Rock & Soul”, yet few people are aware that he achieved mainstream success during a time when pop music was dominated by white singers. Today,…
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Are you a big fan of the Grammy Award-winning band, Fun.? If so, you know that they make some of the happiest and most upbeat music around. However, there is much more to their music than just catchy hooks and cheerful m…
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As a listener of Sonata Arctica, you may already know that the band has their share of fans and critics, yet it's often difficult to determine what part is due to dislike for the symphonic metal genre or if there's somet…
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Songs: Ohia was an American indie folk-rock band from Chicago, Illinois whose emotional music has been praised for capturing the essence of Midwestern life with its raw lyrics and haunting sound. For more than a decade,…
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Sonic Youth is a legendary alternative rock band who were instrumental in paving the way for underground and independent music genres. Formed in 1981, their unique sound combines punk, noise-rock, post-punk, jazz and exp…
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Sophie Ellis-Bextor has been delighting fans in the music industry for nearly two decades. Throughout her career she has released a variety of tracks that consistently impress listeners across the globe, ranging from upb…
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Are you a fan of music? Are you looking to discover new sounds or reminisce in a classic artist? Who better to explore than the alternative rock band, Soul Asylum. Spanning over 30 years, this eclectic group has come far…
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If you are a fan of 80s soul music, then the band Soul II Soul should be familiar to you. Their distinct mix of sounds was unlike anything that had been heard before and numerous albums and hit singles made them one of t…
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When talking about metal bands, there is one classic band that has been around for decades now - Soulfly. Formed in 1997 by vocalist Max Cavalera after he left the renowned band Sepultura, Soulfly has since released nine…
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Souls Of Mischief are truly a remarkable hip hop group that have been making music since the early 90's. Their unique sound has evolved over time – blending seamlessly between old-school beats and modern day flows and ly…
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Ever since Soulwax burst onto the music scene eight years ago, they've gained a great deal of popularity thanks to their unique mix of genres and catchy beats. While some have criticized their automated sound, there's no…
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It has been over two decades since the Seattle grunge rock band Soundgarden first debuted on the music scene and, despite some break ups along the way, their influence in modern rock music remains strong. From Kurt Cobai…
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Think of the name Sparks and you'll remember a band that has consistently defied expectations, blurring the boundaries between musical genres since their emergence in 1971. With an unconventional blend of rock, new wave,…
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The music of Sparta has often been criticized for its lyrical simplicity and lack of musical depth. However, the beauty in Sparta's music lies in its ability to express raw emotion with profound clarity – a feat many mus…
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Michael Franti and Spearhead have been producing incredible, soulful records filled with positivity since the late 90s. As an artist, Michael puts his passion for social justice into every track he creates — deeply criti…
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