Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
It's hard to think of Quiet Riot without bringing up their 1982 mega-hit, Cum On Feel The Noize. But in recent years, there have been some who are quick to criticize the band by labeling them as nothing more than a nostalgia act with no true substance or talent. While this could be seen as somewhat accurate given their revival i…
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When it comes to the classic metal band Queensryche, opinions tend to be divided: while some listeners hail them as one of the most creative acts in hard rock music, others point out their lack of originality. Regardless…
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Queens Of The Stone Age are an American rock band that have been redefining hard-rock since their self-titled debut album in 1998. Featuring the dark, yet strangely captivating vocals of Josh Homme, the group has certain…
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Music can take us on a journey through time and space, binding us together with its complex rhythms and harmonic sounds. Queen has stood out as one of the most iconic bands to define this musical experience for generatio…
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If you’re a fan of offbeat and unconventional music, then Primus is without a doubt an artist whose unique sound will entertain you. Led by the charismatic frontman Les Claypool, they combine elements of hard rock, funk,…
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One of the most successful and iconic hard rock bands of all time, Poison has been entertaining listeners since their formation in 1983. With infectious riffs and larger-than-life choruses, it’s no wonder they have sold…
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Pink Floyd is arguably one of the greatest bands of all time. Their music comes with both criticism and praise from fans across different generations – many celebrating their ability to create a timeless sound, while oth…
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Pat Benatar is an iconic rock star who has swirled her way into our hearts since the early 1980s. With over 40 million albums sold and numerous memorable hits such as Hit Me With Your Best Shot, she won over millions of…
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Whether you're a long-time fan of Pantera or just recently discovered their music, one thing is clear: they have had an immense influence on the metal scene. Since their debut album ‘Cowboys From Hell’ dropped in 1990, P…
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Ozzy Osbourne has been a legendary figure in the music industry for over four decades, with his iconic shriek and hard-rock attitude being recognized worldwide. Throughout his career, Ozzy's music has had both its fierce…
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Love it or hate, Opeth has been dominating the metal and progressive music scene for decades. With their unique blend of brutal death metal guitar riffs and delicate acoustic passages, they have defied genre norms since…
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As a fan of metal music, I could never be mad at Norther. Roots deeply embedded in melodic death metal, supported by techy sounds and heavy riffs – they remind us what it is to feel excited about life again. It's somethi…
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Nile is an extreme metal band culling its influences from across multiple genres, all combined into a blistering blend of technical ingenuity and sinister world views. On one hand they offer up music at the highest level…
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Night Ranger has been on the music scene for decades and they have definitely earned their iconic status over this time. But with every artist that reaches such an acclaimed level, there are always those who will debate…
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From their pioneering death metal roots to their recent embrace of hardcore punk and grindcore, Napalm Death have been pushing the boundaries of extreme music for over three decades. This UK-based act has earned both con…
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