Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
If you're a music enthusiast, you're likely familiar with the famous gypsy jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. Born in Belgium in 1910, Reinhardt was one of the most innovative guitarists of the 20th century. Despite being severely injured in a fire that left two of his fingers on his left hand paralyzed, he revolutionized the musi…
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If you're a music lover who enjoys jazz fusion and electronic, then you've probably heard of St. Germain. This French artist has been bringing a fresh and innovative sound to listeners for over two decades. His music eff…
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If you're a music lover, then you've most certainly heard of the renowned musician and composer, Funki Porcini. His unconventional musical style and experimental soundscapes have garnered him a dedicated following worldw…
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If you're a music lover, you might have cited Robert Wyatt's name on your favorite artists' list. Wyatt is an English singer, songwriter, and musician known for his fusion of jazz, rock, and avant-garde music. He started…
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If you're up for some funky beats that will make you groove, then you should definitely listen to Tullio De Piscopo's music! Born and raised in Naples, Italy, Tullio developed his passion for percussion at a very young a…
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In the illustrious world of electronic music, few acts are as versatile, innovative, and intoxicating as A Man Called Adam. Over the years, this British duo has mesmerized listeners with their unique brand of jazz-infuse…
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In the world of music, Peggy Lee was an artist who left a great impression on all those who ever listened to her music. Born as Norma Deloris Egstrom on May 26, 1920, in Jamestown, North Dakota, Peggy Lee was an American…
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Italy has given us some of the most soulful musicians of all time, and Paolo Conte is no exception. He is an artist who has conquered the world of music with his unique style of jazz and blues. His music is a journey thr…
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Jaco Pastorius was a musical genius who defied convention with his bass guitar playing. He was a self-taught musician who played the fretless electric bass guitar like no one else before him. Jaco’s innovative playing st…
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James Taylor Quartet, often referred to as JTQ, is a British acid jazz group consisting of James Taylor on the Hammond organ, various other instruments, and a group of talented musicians. The band is known for blending e…
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Jamie Cullum, an English singer-songwriter and jazz pianist, is well-known for his unique music style that combines jazz, pop, and rock. He has come a long way since his first album, Heard it All Before, which he recorde…
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Jamiroquai is a British band that has been entertaining people for over three decades with a sound that is a unique blend of funk, acid-jazz, soul, and disco. The band has produced several chart-topping albums and exhila…
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Jazz has always been one of the most fascinating music genres for a lot of people due to its unique sound and improvisatory nature. One of the legends of Jazz is Julian Cannonball Adderley - a saxophonist who reached the…
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Jazz music has been a genre that’s been around for decades and decades, but one person who, undoubtedly, revolutionized the world of jazz is Charlie Haden. Born in Shenandoah, Iowa in 1937, Haden spent his early days imm…
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Jazz music has been a vital component of the musical world for over a century now, and there have been very few musicians who have left their mark on this genre as much as Charlie Parker Septet. He was a pioneer in the w…
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