Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Eros Ramazzotti is undoubtedly one of the most popular Italian singers of our time, and for good reason. His music spans across multiple genres - from ballads to love songs - with lyrics that always seem to tug at your heartstrings. Despite his immense success as a musician and composer, however, there have been some criticisms…
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Eric Prydz is an Icelandic DJ and record producer who has become popular in the electronic music scene for his uplifting productions, innovative live performances, and chart-topping singles. While he has achieved great s…
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Eric Clapton is arguably one of the greatest guitar players and singers in the history of rock and roll, yet has been seen as enigmatic, confusing, and even abrasive at times. He has often found himself criticized for hi…
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It’s hard to deny the fact that Eric B. & Rakim are one of hip-hop’s most influential and well-known acts. They’re widely regarded as one of the best beatmakers in rap history, credited with pioneering a variety of produ…
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Erasure is one of the most legendary electronic duos to ever grace our music industry. Formed in 1985, Vince Clarke and Andy Bell have been enchanting audiences for decades with their signature synthpop sound featuring b…
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Era is one of the most popular music artists today, with her moving lyrics and stunningly beautiful voice she won thousands of hearts around the world. However, her works have always raised controversies, and while many…
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EPMD has been widely hailed as one of the most influential hip hop groups of all time. With their signature sound and pioneering style, they helped to define an era of rap music that still holds up today. Even so, no art…
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Epica is a Dutch symphonic metal band that has been around for over fifteen years. For some, this may be too long and they may feel that the group’s sound has become all too familiar. On the other hand, many thrash metal…
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If you are a fan of Celtic music, then the name Enya is likely to be one that you recognize. In fact, since her debut album in 1987, Enya has grown to become one of the most successful female artists in history with over…
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Enter Shikari, a British rock band from St. Albans, England is no stranger to making waves in the world of alternative and electronic music. For over two decades they have been pushing conventional ideas about what an al…
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For decades, the music of Ennio Morricone has been an iconic part of film and television soundtracks all over the world. His sweeping orchestral compositions have cemented his place in cinematic history as a master story…
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Enigma's influence on the music industry is undeniable, although not every song they have produced has been critically acclaimed. But that doesn't mean we should overlook all of their amazing work and contributions to th…
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Empire of the Sun is one of the most polarizing mainstream music acts in this decade. While some love their blend of 80s-inflected synthpop and psychedelic rock, others have come to view them as a punchline — ridiculed f…
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Since his emergence on the music scene in 1999, Eminem has been one of the most prominent and controversial figures of rap and hip-hop. With an unmistakable style and explosive lyrics, he has become a ubiquitous presence…
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EMF first emerged onto the music scene in the late 80s with their upbeat anthem Unbelievable, setting off a wave of musical experimentation. The group quickly rose to fame, becoming one of the most influential electronic…
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