Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Leadbelly, aka Huddie Ledbetter, is a legendary folk and blues artist whose music has touched countless lives. His songs have been interpreted by modern artists across different genres and generations – from Bob Dylan to Nirvana – helping shape the world’s musical landscape over the last century. While his contributions are unde…
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Criticism and creativity often go hand-in-hand, as listening to various perspectives can be a way to use what we’ve learned in the past. When it comes to music artists such as Le Tigre, they often provide an interesting…
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If you're a music fan, chances are you've heard of LCD Soundsystem. The critically acclaimed and widely popular electronic-indie rock band have released four studio albums in the past decade, each an expansive exploratio…
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Criticism can often be painful and difficult to hear, but it plays an important role in helping us grow as creative individuals. Lauryn Hill is a universally acclaimed artist who has deservedly achieved immense success,…
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With many hit tracks in the early 1990s and a lifetime of music industry experience, Laurent Garnier is rightly considered to be one of the most influential figures in electronic music. His pioneering production skills h…
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For music fans hoping for something fresh and exciting, Laura Pausini offers a unique mix of classic tones and modern sensibilities. With her powerful yet soulful voice, the Italian singer-songwriter has become a major s…
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Laura Branigan is an artist whose influence on modern music has been both celebrated and criticized. She was known for her emotional, powerful voice that earned her many awards and accolades during the 1980s, as well as…
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Lasgo is an EDM trio from Belgium that has slowly made their way across the electronic dance music scene since 2001. The Lasgo sound has become quite distinctive, with melody and harmony taking a back seat to heavy synth…
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Since her debut in 2011, Lana Del Rey has polarized audiences with her seductive and poetic lyrics. Her music often serves as an ode to the glamour of Hollywood while simultaneously confronting societal expectations for…
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Lamb has been one of the most unique and fascinating musical artists to emerge in recent years. Combining haunting electronica with a distinctively chilled, sunny-day style, their music could be described as an ethereal…
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If you're a music enthusiast like me, chances are you already know who Lama is. But if not, let me provide some background information - Lama is an up and coming artist in the alternative rock scene that has been gaining…
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Since the early 80s, Laibach has remained one of the most controversial and highly acclaimed music acts in history. From their overt neo-Marxist messaging to their aggressive industrial sounds, they have managed to push…
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With a deep history in synth-pop, electro and dream pop music genres, Ladytron has built an impressive career spanning more than two decades. As their popularity continues to grow, there have been some loud criticisms of…
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With her recognizable pop songs, powerful stage presence and over-the-top fashion choices, Lady Gaga is one of the most popular singers in the world today. But what's behind her larger-than-life persona? For every massiv…
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The Italian metal band Lacuna Coil have been innovating for over two decades. Their hard-hitting music has certainly struck a chord with fans of heavy metal, along with listeners from other genres. They have made powerfu…
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