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NEW & NOTEWORTHY
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Michael Kiwanuka Michael Kiwanuka Announces New Album 'Fudge'
Michael Kiwanuka has announced the release of his new album titled 'Fudge', which will be available in a limited edition of 1,000 units…
Kacey Musgraves CMA Awards Female Vocalist of the Year Nominees Announced
Ella, Kacey, Lainey, Megan and Miranda are in the running for Female Vocalist of the Year for the 60th Annual CMA Awards on November…
Indigo De Souza Avrom Farm Party 2026 Features Indigo De Souza
The Avrom Farm Party is preparing to return to Green Lake, Wisconsin, with another intimate weekend dedicated to independent music,…
Erykah Badu Erykah Badu Celebrates 25 Years of Mama’s Gun with Anniversary Tour
August 2, 2025 — Erykah Badu has officially announced Mama’s Gun ’25: The Return of Automatic Slim Tour, a North American concert…
FROM THE EDITORS
Editorial pages connect comments, histories and recommendations with the listening archive, keeping music as culture rather than background noise.
It's near impossible to think of Shaggy and not immediately tap your toes in time with the rhythm. From his early days as a cheesy reggae artist to now becoming an international icon, Shaggy proves that any genre can be crossed over with skill...
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Serge Gainsbourg: the controversial French singer and songwriter who helped define musical tastes of generations. With tracks such as Je T'aime... Moi Non Plus– his duet with a then-unknown person Jaqueline Kennedy--Gainsbourg quickly made...
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It's difficult to have a conversation about influential voices in music that doesn't mention Screamin' Jay Hawkins. He was the enigmatic master of musical horror and shock, whose iconic stage presence made him unlike any other performer at his...
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Warren Hue has created a sensation in the musical industry with his unique style and invigorating melody. He is a self-taught artist, and his musical path is a source of inspiration. Warren Hue's music moves people, touches their soul and captures...
Listen to this bandOFFICIAL SINGLES CHART
The weekly international Top 10, updated from Official Charts and playable directly on Staimusic.
ALBUM REVIEWS
A daily selection of complete album reviews, with context, critical notes and more music from each artist.
1986Little MiltonAnnie Mae's CafeLittle Milton raises the bar with Annie Mae's CafeRead the review →
1986John Lee HookerJealousBreaking down the themes in Jealous by John Lee HookerRead the review →
1986Gloria GaynorThe Power Of LovedFrom intro to finale: what The Power Of Loved deliversRead the review →
1986George ClintonR&b Skeletons In The ClosetR&b Skeletons In The Closet: the story George Clinton wants to tellRead the review →
CURATED FOR YOU
Start from curated contexts: cities, scenes, moods, movements and stories. Each playlist is an invitation to move between songs, bands and ideas.
Saying goodbye with a songThe sincere side of the artist, when you can't seem to find the words the music expresses your feelings and helps you get over those rough times. Feeling the weight...
The very best of soul musicA selection of the best soul music artists. For the connoisseurs of soul music, this collection provides a perfect sampling of some classic artists. From vintage...
The very best of r&bA selection of the best r&b artists. Experience the best of Rhythm and Blues! With a selection of classic and modern R&B, there's something for everyone to enjoy....
The very best of neo soulA selection of the best neo soul artists. Music fans rejoice! You'll find all the greatest hits of Neo Soul in this must-hear compilation. From Jazmine Sullivan...
The very best of funkA selection of the best funk artists. Funk music has gained immense popularity over the years, and it continues to be adored by many around the world. Whether you're...
The very best of bluesA selection of the best blues artists. Discover music from some of the most renowned blues musicians of all time. Get ready to explore a record of remarkable singers...
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A rotating selection from the Staimusic archive: different artists, scenes and listening paths every time the homepage is loaded.
The SteelDriversThe SteelDrivers is associated with Bluegrass, a field defined by acoustic virtuosity on mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, with tight harmonies and locomotive...
The Country GentlemenThe Country Gentlemen is associated with Bluegrass, a field defined by acoustic virtuosity on mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, with tight harmonies and...
John HartfordJohn Hartford is associated with Bluegrass, a field defined by acoustic virtuosity on mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, with tight harmonies and locomotive...
Peter RowanPeter Rowan is associated with Bluegrass, a field defined by acoustic virtuosity on mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, with tight harmonies and locomotive...
New Grass RevivalNew Grass Revival is associated with Bluegrass, a field defined by acoustic virtuosity on mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, with tight harmonies and locomotive...
Béla Fleck & the FlecktonesBéla Fleck & the Flecktones is associated with Bluegrass, a field defined by acoustic virtuosity on mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, with tight harmonies...
Sierra HullSierra Hull is associated with Bluegrass, a field defined by acoustic virtuosity on mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, with tight harmonies and locomotive...
Rhonda VincentRhonda Vincent is associated with Bluegrass, a field defined by acoustic virtuosity on mandolin, banjo, fiddle, guitar, upright bass, with tight harmonies and locomotive...
RADIO CHANNELS
Use genre radios to move from a sound to its roots, from a mood to related artists, from one scene to another.
Black musicThe voice stifled by marginalization and ghettoization makes for music with an incredible power, a direct blow from the motherland of Africa, breathing...
BluesThe melancholy of their roots in repetitive sounds and songs. The blues genre, initially ostracized, is diffused in all strata of society, influencing...
FunkIt's your uninhibited body that leaves the smell, spurred by the relentless pace of the rhythm that keeps you coming back for more of the bass slapping,...
Neo soulThe leadership of these incredible voices that feed power to the words that take us inside their free and prophetic spirits. Music has evolved throughout...
R&BThe rhythmic music of African Americans, popular and sensual. Big stars that spoke of the feelings and relationships between men and women. The singer...
Soul musicMusic from the soul grabs a hold of you and reaches right into your heart. Acoustic blues and gospel influenced by popÉ everyone has feelings. The...
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