Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Welcome to the artist spotlight of none other than a well known and often critiqued musician, Cham! If you haven't heard this wild ride of a musician, then get ready for an adventure into both melody and mayhem. With songs that can only be described as outlandish yet catchy, Cham often divides listeners with his unique style. Hi…
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Are you a fan of Celldweller, the electronic musician and sound designer? Well...prepare yourselves for some harsh criticism. While this may ruffle a few feathers, know that I only mean it out of love! We’re here today t…
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Cee Lo Green has been making music for almost two decades, and while he certainly has his fans, it seems like a lot of listeners are less than impressed with his material. Over the years there have been whispers of lyric…
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If you're familiar with the legendary music artist Cat Stevens, then his iconic tunes like Peace Train and Moonshadow may hold a special place in your heart. But before we go on to express our fondest admiration for such…
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Do you like Cat Power? Are you a fan of her music, voice or style? Think deeply and I'm sure your answer is kinda sorta maybe? Well, have no fear, because today we're going to take a deep dive into the mystery that is Ca…
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Have you ever heard a Cascada song and thought to yourself, This is great music? If so, then you're certainly not alone! Unfortunately though, it's becoming increasingly apparent that the main sound of this particular ar…
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It's no secret that Carol is one of the most popular music artists in the world today, but there are always those moments when her fans hear a certain song and they can't help feeling like something wasn't quite right. A…
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If you’ve ever allowed yourself to get lost in the dreamy, jazzy sounds of Caro Emerald’s music, I have bad news: It's time to snap out of it. This Dutch electro-swing singer is a masterful artist but while her tunes mig…
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Carl Perkins is widely considered to be one of the pioneers of rock and roll, having written many groundbreaking hits that helped launch a new era in music. But while his creative genius as a musician can't be denied, we…
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Most rock stars follow a time-honored tradition when it comes to crafting their sound—think Jimi Hendrix and his endless improvising, or The Rolling Stones belting out bluesy riffs. But Carcass takes the opposite approac…
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If you're a fan of Caravan Palace, this post isn't for you. But if you need a good laugh, buckle up and get ready to experience the wild ride that is my attempt at “constructive criticism when it comes to French electro…
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No matter what your taste in music is, it’s safe to say that you’ve probably heard at least one Capital Cities song. After their successful debut single “Safe and Sound” went viral on streaming services like Spotify and…
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Cannonball Adderley is a saxophonist, bandleader and composer who is most well-known for his funky jazz hits like ‘Mercy Mercy Mercy’. While some describe him as an iconic innovator of the jazz genre, here at Listening L…
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Are you a fan of the band, Canned Heat? Even if not, you’ve heard their music at some point – with hits like ‘On The Road Again’ and ‘Let’s Work Together’. Although their opening single 'Goin' Up The Country' shot them t…
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If you've ever heard Candlebox's music, you know that they have an acquired taste - and that taste just might need some acquiring! With their alternative grunge sound, the band has created a musical style unlike any othe…
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