Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Bernard Herrmann is considered to be one of the great musical geniuses in history. He composed some of the most beautiful music ever heard, from his symphonic and concerto works to film compositions for Hitchcock movies like Psycho and Vertigo. However, it seems that not every piece he wrote was deemed “perfect” by everyone - in…
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Benny Goodman is often hailed as one of the greatest bandleaders in jazz history, but here at Jazz Joy we're not afraid to poke a little bit of fun at him. In honor of his fondly remembered nickname -- The King of Swing…
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Are you a fan of Ben Harper's music? His soul-filled blues style has won fans all over the world since his early albums. But it turns out that even die-hard Ben Harper devotees may have to admit that, at times, the singe…
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Whether you consider yourself a fan or not, there’s no denying that Ben E. King is one of the most iconic singers in modern music history. He's done it all - released chart-topping hits and inspired countless covers - he…
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Beloved, the music artist everyone loves to hate! Their songs are so catch and their lyrics so repetitive that you can't help but sing along even if you don't want to. But let's face it—that song is only going to be stuc…
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It’s a pretty well-known fact that Belle and Sebastian offer up some of the most delicious indie-pop anthems in music history, but it's time we had an honest conversation about this beloved artist. Sure, they've created…
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It's a well-known fact that Behemoth, the controversial music artist, is no stranger to stirring up some serious drama. Whether it’s through their intricate and themed live performances or their provocative lyrics, there…
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When it comes to the Bee Gees, you may not think of their music in the same way as other classic artists. Unless you know lyrics like Stayin' Alive or Night Fever, chances are your first thought of the band is a bit comi…
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For those who are not familiar with Bedouin Soundclash, they’re a Canadian rock/ ska-punk band that came from humble beginnings playing small venues and shows in their hometown of Kingston, Ontario. Unfortunately for us…
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Ah, Beck - that perpetually cheery hipster who has graced the music world for decades with classics like 'Loser' and 'Where It's At.' His iconic grunge-folk sound continues to gain new fans every day. But, not everyone i…
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Are you starting to get bored with the mellow Brazilian tunes of Bebel Gilberto? Don't worry, we have your back! Today, we will be taking a closer look at the artist and providing our no-holds-barred review on why her mu…
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How do you deal with and control anger? With music! A powerful outlet valve that allows us to reconcile with our emotions, even the most negative. At the IX edition of the Festival of Emotions of Terracina there was talk…
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Everybody has different tastes when it comes to music, and we all know that there’s something out there for everyone. But sometimes, you have to ask yourself: really? One artist that certainly falls under this category i…
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Are you looking to get familiar with The Beastie Boys? Because if so, then you've come to the right place! We'll be getting up close and personal not only to explore their music and history, but also a few of the less-th…
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Are you a fan of Beach House's dreamy, hazy indie rock that always makes you feel as if you're in some sort of romantic time warp? Well, they may have won over critics and listeners alike with their oh-so-dreamy tunes bu…
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