Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Justice vs Simian is an iconic French duo who have pushed the boundaries of electronic music for over a decade. They're revered for their meticulously crafted soundscapes, and while most people immediately think of 'We Are Your Friends' when they hear the names Justice vs Simian, there's a lot more to them than just that hit sin…
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Hercules and Love Affair have been pushing the boundaries of electronic music for over 10 years.Their discography is full of unusual, soulful bangers that would make even the most risk-averse listener sit up and take not…
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Guru Josh has been making waves in the music industry since his breakout single Infinity dominated the charts back in 1989. While his signature sound and lively energy have earned him a die-hard fan base, some critics ha…
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Brazilian music artist Gui Boratto may be one of the most polarizing figures in dance music. On one hand, some fans praise him for his genre-defying approach and sophisticated sound design that dips into a range of techn…
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Four Tet has become a household name in the music industry today. With more than twenty albums released since 1999, he has created an impressive discography of thought-provoking electronic music. His career continues to…
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Flight Facilities is one of the most successful music artists in the electropop genre. Their combination of synthesized beats, soulful vocals, and semi-solemn vibes has received a great deal of praise from critics all ar…
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Faithless is an iconic British dance and electronica act that has been creating genre-defying music for more than two decades now. Their trademark combination of accessible electronic beats, political lyrics, and deep em…
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Dizzee Rascal has had a complex, yet interesting career as a music artist. Since emerging on the scene with his 2002 debut album Boy in da Corner, Dizzee's influence and style have resonated around the world - drawing fa…
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Love them or hate them, Disclosure is undoubtedly one of the most recognisable names in music today. Emerging from England's underground house and garage scenes in 2012 with their debut album 'Settle', they have quickly…
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If you have ever been to a nightclub or alt-rock show, then you know the name Dirty Vegas. This English-based electronic dance music trio has released award-winning hits like Days Go By and Electric Love, influencing fan…
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Whether you're a connoisseur of electronica bliss and downtempo rhythms or just looking for something soothing to relax your soul, Delerium is certainly worth a listen. You may recall their famous single Silence which fe…
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When you think about the Finnish music producer, Darude, one word comes to mind - and that word is “Sandstorm”. Yes, its true – this musician has become so closely associated with his bass-dropping trance hit from 1999 t…
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Over the years, singer and songwriter Daniel Bedingfield has been known for his powerful vocal range and eye-catching music videos. But what many music fans may not know is that there are both critiqued aspects as well a…
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Ah, Craig David. His sultry R&B jams have been playing for as long as we can all remember, hoping to get us in the right mood and spirit. While many may recognize him most notably through his chart-topping associations s…
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Ahh, Chicane. As a music artist, there is no denying the influence they have had on the genre of electronic dance music since their debut back in 1995. But as we all know, criticism can still exist even for those musical…
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