Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Have you heard of the artist Hozier? You don't have to be an avid music fan to know his name - since he rose to fame with his smash hit Take Me To Church in 2013, he's been popping up on more and more playlists. With haunting lyrics and meaningful videos, it's no wonder why Hozier is a popular choice around the world. However, s…
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Hip hop duo Rae Sremmurd have taken the music industry by storm since they first hit the scene in 2014. The brotherly pair, who are comprised of Swae Lee and Slim Jxmmi, come from Tupelo, Mississippi and have shown no si…
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It's no secret that The Weeknd has been making waves in the music industry since his debut album, Trilogy, released back in 2011. One of the most polarizing artists today, he is often praised for his surreal lyrics and c…
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If you’re familiar with the alternative rock band A Perfect Circle, then you know they often provoke both admiration and criticism from listeners. Evolving from an industrial sound to a heavier art-rock presence through…
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X Ambassadors have gained a reputation as one of the most influential and forward-thinking musical acts of this era. Through their heartfelt lyrics, emotionally evocative soundscapes, and booming anthems perfect for fest…
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When it comes to modern music, Mother Mother is one of the more divisive acts out there. On one hand, their unique combination of rock and roll influences has garnered them wide acclaim from critics and loyal fans alike.…
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Death Cab For Cutie is a band that has been admired and respected over the years, however with any great artist or group their music could always use criticism. After eight studio albums, fourteen EPs and live recordings…
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Ever since the release of her first album in 2011, Julia Holter has been hailed as one of the most daring young experimental musicians to emerge from Los Angeles. With three full-length albums under her belt, she has exp…
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Are you looking for an artist to scratch your musical itch? If so, Bang Gang is the perfect choice. With a unique blend of soulful melodies and raw energy, this experimental electronic-rock band creates some truly captiv…
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At first glance, it can be easy to think that MEN is just like any other new artist trying to make a splash in today’s music industry, but if you look closer you can see the group has many nuances that have made them sta…
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The Sounds are one of Sweden’s most popular pop-rock bands, but their music has courted both admiration and criticism. From the moment they exploded onto the scene in 2002 with their infectious hit single “Living In Amer…
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Courtney Barnett has managed to craft an incredibly successful career as a musician without sacrificing her singular authenticity, although the music industry is often filled with polished, overproduced artists, Courtney…
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Since her debut record in 2005, Brandi Carlile has been a force in the music scene. With soul-stirring lyrics and beautiful melodies, she has gained a passionate and diverse fan base around the world. While some fans sta…
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One of the most popular pop punk bands of all time, Gossip is a force to be reckoned with in terms of influence and impact. From basslines that make you want to jump out of your skin to lyrics about overcoming adversity,…
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As a prominent figure in the electronic music scene, A-Trak's career has been met with both criticism and admiration. Though some listeners feel his unique style of production stems too heavily from sample-based remixes…
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