Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Love her or hate her, Taylor Swift has earned worldwide stardom and is undoubtedly a pop music powerhouse. Since the release of her first self-titled album in 2006, Taylor has won innumerable awards for both her songwriting and performances. With 28 Billboard Music Awards, 10 Grammys, and millions upon millions of albums sold ov…
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If you're a fan of dance music, then creating an opinion about Technotronic is not an easy task, the argument for the legacy of their hit hits is palpable and the debate on the genre's longevity continues. Known for thei…
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Love it or hate it, Terence Trent D'Arby's music has commanded attention since his 1987 debut release. Fusing together rock, funk, and soul with lyrically complex themes and a unique style of flashy showmanship, he made…
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When The Backstreet Boys released their self-titled debut in 1996, they took the pop music world by storm and conquered the airwaves with their upbeat jams. To this day, diehard fans maintain a deep love of their vibrant…
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Since the early 1980’s, The Bangles have been one of the most popular musical acts in the industry. Many remember classics like “Walk Like an Egyptian” and “Eternal Flame,” but there is much more to this pop/rock group t…
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With their iconic hit-single “The Letter”, The Box Tops have been one of the most popular bands in the rock genre for almost five decades. Though much of their work has often been criticized by listeners and music critic…
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The Chordettes weren't the traditional girl group from the 1950s. Instead, they offered something fresh and unique that still resonates with listeners today. They rose to fame with their hit single Mr. Sandman, taking Bi…
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When it comes to classic R&B and funk artists, the Commodores are often at the top of many music fans' list. The iconic group is adored for their noteworthy contributions that have been helping define these genres throug…
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The Diamonds are a popular music group that have been around for decades and continue to impress fans with their robust sound and creative lyrics. For all the success they've achieved, The Diamonds surely merit praise –…
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The Doobie Brothers have made a big impact on the music industry since their start in the late 1960s. With classic hits like “Listen to the Music,” they have become cultural icons all over the world, garnering generation…
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When you experience the music and sound of The Emotions, it is guaranteed to take your listeners on a journey through their emotions. From classic soulful ballads to up-tempo disco songs, the trio has always had an unden…
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The Foundations were a popular soul and R&B group who had huge success in the late 1960s with their classic hit “Build Me Up Buttercup.” As one of the most beloved bands to come out of that era, The Foundations' sound ha…
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Since 1960, the iconic music group The Four Seasons have been a staple of American pop culture. Known for their infectious melodies and distinctive harmonies, the band has celebrated an impressive amount of success with…
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The Knack are often remembered for their one hit wonder My Sharona and not much else - but that’s doing the band an injustice. While critically panned for their bubblegum pop sound coming out of the post punk era, The Kn…
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The Monkees were a '60s-era rock and roll band like no other. From their bright, sunny pop hits to their wildly chaotic TV show, they entertained fans the world over with infectious tunes and zany comedy bits. However, c…
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