Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Hailed as one of the most successful girl groups in history, Bananarama has undoubtedly left an indelible mark on music. Their 1981 hit Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye soared to number one and propelled them into the mainstream spotlight. While their catchy, upbeat pop tunes have been broadly appreciated, not every track is unive…
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Band Aid is an iconic musical supergroup that might be one of the most well-known in modern history. With a lineup containing some of music's biggest stars, it's no surprise that their tunes continue to dominate airwaves…
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Barbra Streisand has been a legendary singer, songwriter, and actress for several decades now, beloved for her unique vocal stylings. While Barbra continues to be highly praised by music fans around the world, there are…
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Belinda Carlisle has been creating music for over 35 years and is probably most famous for her smash hit 'Heaven Is a Place on Earth.' Despite being an iconic singer-songwriter, Belinda faces her fair share of criticism…
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Berlin has been on the global music scene for decades, inspiring a generation of listeners with their unique mix of styles and influences. From rock to new wave and from synth-pop to electronica, Berlin is known for crea…
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If you are an avid listener of modern music and haven't heard of the reign of Bette Midler, we highly recommend you take a moment to review her work. Her career traces back over five decades, making her part of the panth…
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Billy Ocean is a well-known British recording artist, songwriter, and producer who has achieved worldwide success since the 1970s with hits like Love Really Hurts Without You, Caribbean Queen (No More Love on the Run), a…
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With a career spanning more than half a century, Bing Crosby was an American music icon who blended his silky smooth voice in jazz, pop and old-style country tunes. He made hit after hit on the charts during the 1930s to…
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Bloodhound Gang has been an iconic group in the music industry since 1994, paving the way for many artists to come. While they've been known for their humorous lyrics and outlandish antics that both shock us and make us…
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Bobby Brown is a name that stands out in the world of music. He has been credited with helping to popularize new jack swing, airwaves-dominating hits like My Prerogative and recognizing an impressive list of awards. His…
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Nobody can deny the impact that Bobby McFerrin has had on music. His song Don't Worry, Be Happy was a huge international hit and is still beloved by listeners to this day. But it's no secret that some folks have their cr…
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If you've been listening to the radio for a while, chances are that you've heard Bobby Vinton's timeless classics. With songs like “Mr. Lonely” and “Roses Are Red (My Love),” he has created some of the most memorable hit…
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Bonnie Tyler's voice has been captivating audiences for decades. Known for her iconic power ballad, Total Eclipse of the Heart, Bonnie Tyler has made a mark in music history with her amazing talent and signature vocals.…
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Boyz II Men are without a doubt one of the most influential acts in all of contemporary music. From their emergence out of Philadelphia in the early 90s, they have produced some undeniably classic songs that are still be…
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There's no doubt that Britney Spears is a landmark figure in the world of modern music. She burst onto the scene at an early age with her signature brand of bubble-gum pop, quickly becoming not just a household name but…
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