Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Over the years, India.Arie has been celebrated for her soul-stirring acapella melodies that capture a range of emotions from joy to pain. With a well-deserved reputation as an iconic singer and songwriter, she has achieved mainstream success with such amazing hits like Video and Brown Skin. But much of the artist’s musical catal…
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The haunting vocals of American blues singer Howlin' Wolf has been thrilling and chilling listeners since the 1950s. His intense delivery, often compared to a howling wolf, has graced classic rhythm and blues tracks such…
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Hot Chocolate is a band that has created some of the most popular, energetic and memorable dance tracks for listeners across many generations. While they have had an impressive list of hits over the decades, it's fair to…
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Harry Belafonte is known as the 'King of Calypso' and has had an undeniable impact on popular music. With a career that has spanned decades, Harry Belafonte has released dozens of hits, won countless awards, and won over…
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Grandmaster Flash is widely recognized as an influential figure in the development of hip-hop music and culture. His electric DJing skills, pioneering production techniques, and entrepreneurial acumen have made him a res…
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Gnarls Barkley is a music group comprised of musician/producer Danger Mouse and singer/songwriter Cee-Lo Green, bringing us a unique musical experience that has been turning heads since 2006. With their diverse mix of ps…
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When the name Gloria Gaynor is mentioned, one of her most popular songs comes to mind: I Will Survive! While that song has become an iconic classic since its release in 1978, there's much more to say about this powerful…
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When it comes to modern R&B music, few artists have had as an innovative a career as Ginuwine. He quickly rose in the ranks of R&B stars after his 1996 hit single “Pony” made it to number one on several Billboard charts.…
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Gil Scott-Heron is widely regarded as one of the most important figures in both popular and political music, melding jazzy soul rhythms with unapologetically honest lyricism that transcended genres. Regarded by many as a…
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Love him or hate him, Ghostface Killah is one of the most influential and controversial rap artists in hip-hop history. From his legendary run with the Wu-Tang Clan to his numerous solo albums, Ghostface Killah has craft…
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For generations, music has been an essential part of life and culture. Throughout every generation there have emerged key figures who not only capture musical styles and creative voices but also evoke powerful emotions i…
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Funkadelic is an iconic music group that has been critically acclaimed for its blend of funk, soul, and psychedelic rock. Since the late-60s, Funkadelic has pushed the boundaries of modern popular music with their unique…
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It is hard to deny Freddie King’s place as one of the founders of modern rock 'n' roll. Selling over 15 million records in his lifetime and inventing a signature guitar style that has become an integral part of blues, ja…
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Few modern artists have done as much to shape the contemporary music landscape as Frank Ocean. While his music has been critically acclaimed, it often divides fans into two very distinct camps—those who love him and thos…
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The iconic Fats Domino has been entertaining generations since the early 1950s with hit songs such as Ain't That a Shame or Blueberry Hill. During his career, he dominated the charts and enjoyed success in several differ…
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