Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Sinead O'connor is an Irish singer-songwriter, musician and activist who has had a long and turbulent career in the music industry. Her emotive delivery of personal lyrics, with her powerful voice and signature look – bright red hair often cut close to her scalp - have become iconic aspects of musical history since she burst ont…
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Simple Minds is one of the most influential and admired bands in modern music. Ever since their arrival on the scene nearly four decades ago, the band has been consistently producing critically acclaimed music known for…
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It's hard to find an artist with the controversy and longevity of Tommy James and the Shondells. As one of the most successful groups in rock music history, their influence on both popular culture and modern pop is unden…
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Sam Sparro’s musical accomplishments have been well documented for the past decade. From his multi-platinum hit Black and Gold to his latest album Quantum Physical, he has redefined what it means to make contemporary dan…
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Have you ever heard of Sam Cooke? If not, then you’re certainly in for a treat. Sam Cooke was one of the most influential figures in 20th century popular music and his lifetime contributions to soul, gospel, and rhythm &…
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For serious music fans, Röyksopp are a truly unique duo, one that cannot be categorized as simply electronic nor quite indie. With their versatile sound that flits between genres and their classically influenced melodies…
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From his classic hits such as “Oh, Pretty Woman” and “Crying,” to his unparalleled mastery of rhythm and emotion in songwriting, Roy Orbison is one of the most influential music artists in history. But behind the fame an…
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It goes without saying that Roxy Music has had an indisputable influence on the music industry, from their expansive sound and extravagant aesthetic to embodying glam in the most creative of ways. We owe a great deal to…
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Since her debut in 1995, Róisín Murphy has established herself as an artist that is both daring and uncompromising. With a career characterised by genre-defying experimentation and sprawling live shows, few can deny Murp…
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Rod Stewart has been one of the most iconic music figures in England and America throughout his long, successful career. With countless chart-topping singles, including classics like Maggie May and Do Ya Think I'm Sexy,…
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Robyn is an artist whose music has taken the world by storm, pushing boundaries and defying genres in her uniquely eclectic sound. But listen beyond the catchy hooks and infectious beats to what she's saying, and you'll…
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Roberta Flack is an iconic and fascinating artist that has been captivating listeners for over five decades. Her smooth jazz/soul music has been forever imprinted in our minds, and her soft alto-like voice takes us on a…
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Rihanna has been a pop-culture icon in the music industry for a decade, but not all of her songs are widely acclaimed by listeners. As someone who both loves and critiques Rihanna’s lengthy repertoire, I can say that the…
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It's impossible to talk about REO Speedwagon and not bring up the famous power ballads that dominated the radio airwaves in the '80s. But many listeners may be surprised to hear that beyond those tear-jerking hits, there…
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If you’re looking for a music artist to inspire your next musical adventure, why not give Procol Harum a try? Although their classic '60s/'70s sound is often overlooked in favor of more modern acts, an appreciation of th…
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