Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
For all the Leona Lewis fans out there, you might feel that she is reigning queen of music, and for those who don't feel so strongly either way, this post will take a closer look at why she's earned her well-deserved popularity. While one could easily point to her impressive singing range and performance styles as some of the ma…
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Lesley Gore's discography stands as testament to the phenomenal heights a female vocalist has been capable of achieving. Though her career spanned only a decade, Lesley Gore managed to touch millions with her music and b…
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Do you love Lionel Richie's music? Whether you are a diehard fan of the Motown legend, or just love belting out one of his classic hits on karaoke night, there is no denying that over decades he has created some of the m…
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Lipps Inc is an American disco, funk and soul music group formed in 1979 by Minneapolis-based songwriting duo Steven Greenberg and Cynthia Johnson. Although they are justly remembered for their hit single Funkytown, the…
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Lisa Loeb & Nine Stories have been beloved by listeners since they exploded onto the music scene in 1994 with their iconic hit single, Stay (I Missed You). Known for her ability to combine folk and pop sounds into one be…
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Lisa Stansfield, one of the music industry's most beloved vocalists of the last thirty years, has achieved an impressive list of chart-topping singles and albums during her career – but many critics have also found plent…
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Individuality is a prized asset in the music industry, and German-born musician Lou Bega has always embraced that concept. From his introduction to fame with Mambo No. 5 in 1999, to all of the chart topping hits that fol…
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Manfred Mann is a legendary music artist whose impressive list of hits span multiple decades. His blending of different genres – ranging from jazz, funk to rock and even blues – earned him widespread recognition among li…
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If you're a fan of music, then chances are you have heard the name Mario floating around on the radio or your favorite streaming service. This American R&B singer-songwriter has been making waves in the industry for many…
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Martika is an artist who divided opinions with her music in the nineties. She produced a few timeless pop classics, but was also known for her more experimental style of popular tunes. On one hand, she managed to craft s…
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Mary J Blige is an iconic artist within the music industry and has been for over two decades. She has stood out from her contemporaries with a distinct soul sound and confident delivery that have earned her legions of de…
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When you think of rap music, they don't come much bigger than MC Hammer. He burst onto the scene with his hit single 'U Can't Touch This' in 1990, and since then he's been one of the most influential figures in rap music…
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If you’ve been keeping up with the music industry, you know that Melanie is one of the most popular and recognizable artists out there right now. She’s an incredible singer who not only has a beautiful voice but also wri…
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Men Without Hats is a 1980s New Wave band best known for their hit single The Safety Dance. Although the group has been criticized for producing cheesy and campy music, they still deserve recognition for paving the way i…
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Miley Cyrus is one of today's most popular music artists, and as with any media celebrity, she has her fair share of both critics and supporters. However, no matter what side you choose to take in the debate over Miley C…
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