Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
When you think of rock ‘n’ roll and heavy metal, it’s hard not to associate it with Motorhead. Their loud and powerful sound took the music world by storm back in the 70s, paving the way for the heavy metal genre that we know and love today. Born in 1975, Motorhead consisted of Lemmy Kilmister on bass and vocals, Phil Taylor on…
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Who is In This Moment, and why are they one of the most talked-about bands in the music scene? In This Moment is an American heavy metal band that formed in Los Angeles, California, in 2005. The band is known for their u…
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With a career spanning over five decades, Scorpions has become an enduring icon in the world of rock and roll. Boasting chart-topping albums and unforgettable anthems, the German band has left an indelible mark on music…
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When it comes to thrash metal and hardcore punk, the German-based music group Sodom is a powerhouse. They have been around for over three decades and by combining fast and aggressive rhythms with explicit lyrics, they ha…
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When talking about metal bands, there is one classic band that has been around for decades now - Soulfly. Formed in 1997 by vocalist Max Cavalera after he left the renowned band Sepultura, Soulfly has since released nine…
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When it comes to the music of Spineshank, one can't help but admire their longstanding dedication to heavy metal throughout a career that spans two decades. From their rise to fame in the early 2000's with hit songs like…
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Since the 1960s, Steppenwolf has been one of the most well-known hard rock bands in history. Their iconic “Born to Be Wild” is a staple of popular culture and many other tracks have left an indelible mark on generations…
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If you're looking for anthemic, classic rock and roll, Survivor has been the go-to band for decades. With such hits as Eye of the Tiger being used in films like Rocky III, Survivor has that timeless appeal that can few o…
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Since their debut album in 1998, the multi-platinum band System of a Down has been praised and criticized in equal measure for delivering an eclectic mix of musical genres and pushing the boundaries of both sound and lyr…
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Ever heard of the power metal band Symphony X? They have been one of the most acclaimed bands in the genre since their ground-breaking debut album, The Divine Wings Of Tragedy, released in 1997. Although some critics arg…
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First gaining fame for his wild guitar solos and hard-core lyrics in the 1970s, Ted Nugent is a classic rock star with one of the most controversial careers in music. Since his heyday as a musical badboy on stage in Detr…
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If you are heavy metal fan, the chances are that Testament is one of your goto bands to listen to. Comprising some of the best voices and lyricists, like Chuck Billy, their albums have topped charts across various countr…
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Are you a fan of metal music? Do you like to listen to the heavy riffs and screaming synthesized vocals of some of today’s best underground metal bands? If so, then The Black Dahlia Murder is sure to be on your radar. Th…
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The Cult is a unique and controversial band that has been capturing the attention of music fans around the world for almost four decades. From their debut album in 1984 to their current releaes, The Cult have consistentl…
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If you're a fan of hard-rock music, then you've undoubtedly heard of The Darkness - the British rock band that stormed onto the scene with their infectious sound and catchy riffs in 2003. Combining energetic rhythms with…
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