Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Are you a fan of the insanely popular music artist Archive? If so, then this post is for you! Most people love them, but not me – I'm here to give an objective assessment of why their music isn't everyone's cup of tea. Don't get too upset if your favorite song by Archive doesn't make it onto my playlist, just think about how muc…
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Ah, Arch Enemy. The heavy metal band that has become a figurehead for skull-shattering guitar riffs and guttural scream vocals for the last two decades. While they have won over masses of fans around the globe, some have…
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It's impossible to talk about Arcade Fire and not get people talking. This internationally renowned band has been stirring up conversations around the world ever since their debut studio album, 'Funeral', dropped in 2004…
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When it comes to Aqua, the Scandinavian pop-band of the 90s, we can all agree they gave us some enduringly memorable hits - from Barbie Girl to Doctor Jones. But despite these classics (which many of us have undoubtedly…
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It’s no secret that April March has an enormous and devoted following. But is it really justifiable? After all, her music isn't exactly groundbreaking. It's catchier than a cold but definitely not as revolutionary as she…
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Say what you will about Apparat's music. He may be the go-to choice for obscure indie scene hipsters, and his songs might have a few too many synth-y patches for some listeners' tastes, but there's no denyin' one thing:…
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Leading the 'Rock n Roll Revolution' is no easy feat, but that's exactly what Apollo 440 set out to do. With an expansive catalogue of electronic-tinged rock tunes under their belt, they've managed to blur the boundaries…
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Do you ever feel like the end of the world is coming and there's nothing we can do about it? Well, that's what Apocalyptica had us singing - literally - with their metal opera music back in the 80s. Their unique blend of…
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We all know how much Aphrodite and Mickey Finn love music, but what does it sound like? Is it beautiful blissful melodies or just a cacophony of discordant sounds that would make anyone's ears bleed? Luckily for us, we g…
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If you're familiar with Aphrodite, the music artist who specializes in funk-infused pop songs and upbeat, motivating beats then you know why they've been labeled as one of the most popular artists on today's scene. But w…
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Ah, Aphex Twin – the man with a unique sound so captivating it quickly made him one of the most successful music artists in history. But it's not all sunshine and roses when it comes to talking about this enigmatic produ…
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Antônio Carlos Jobim was a beloved music artist, known for his smooth bossa nova tunes that make you want to swing your hips and sway your arms. But despite the massive popularity of his songs, now is the time to pull ou…
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As a listener of punk rock, I’m sure that many of us can agree - Anti Flag is the gift that just keeps on giving! Not only have they been making music since 1993, but they continue to provide listeners with comedic and p…
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Are you a diehard Anthrax fan so devoted to the metal band that you can recite all their songs from memory? Well, it's time for some truth: let's have a frank talk about why no one should be an Anthrax aficionado. With t…
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We all love Annie the music artist for her amazing vocals and lively performance. She's the pop star extraordinaire sweeping us off our feet with her catchy tunes, but nothing is perfect in this world. And if you think A…
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