Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Martika is an artist who divided opinions with her music in the nineties. She produced a few timeless pop classics, but was also known for her more experimental style of popular tunes. On one hand, she managed to craft some unique songs that remain memorable, on the other, there were definitely some missteps when it came to her…
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Mary J Blige is an iconic artist within the music industry and has been for over two decades. She has stood out from her contemporaries with a distinct soul sound and confident delivery that have earned her legions of de…
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When you think of rap music, they don't come much bigger than MC Hammer. He burst onto the scene with his hit single 'U Can't Touch This' in 1990, and since then he's been one of the most influential figures in rap music…
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If you’ve been keeping up with the music industry, you know that Melanie is one of the most popular and recognizable artists out there right now. She’s an incredible singer who not only has a beautiful voice but also wri…
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Men Without Hats is a 1980s New Wave band best known for their hit single The Safety Dance. Although the group has been criticized for producing cheesy and campy music, they still deserve recognition for paving the way i…
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Miley Cyrus is one of today's most popular music artists, and as with any media celebrity, she has her fair share of both critics and supporters. However, no matter what side you choose to take in the debate over Miley C…
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As a music lover in the 1990s, it would be hard to ignore the iconic rock band, Mr Big. With their strong guitar riffs and famously technical drumming that defined an era of alternative metal music, this group had an und…
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When it comes to the 90’s music group N Sync, most listeners have an opinion on them. Whether you like their upbeat dance hits or hate their teen pop sound, it’s hard to deny that they have had a lasting impact on modern…
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For those of us old enough to remember, Nazareth was a Scottish rock band active from the late 1960s right up until 2018. With hits like ‘Love Hurts’ and ‘Razamanaz’ it can be difficult to think that not everyone loves t…
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Neil Diamond has been singing and writing music for the past five decades, so it's no wonder he is considered one of America's most popular recording artists. As a singer-songwriter, his heartfelt lyrics have made him a…
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Neil Sedaka has been an active musician for over 50 years, and his influence in the world of music can still be felt today. While some may criticize him for being overly saccharine or too 'mainstream', fans of this incre…
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Nelly is a highly successful musician with a career that now spans two decades, but despite his chart-topping albums and unforgettable singles, he remains a controversial figure. With polarizing lyrics that have caused o…
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When it comes to music, not everyone will agree on who the greatest artist is. But anyone familiar with the German pop-rock band Nena can appreciate their iconic sound— a musical balance of soulful melodies and inspiring…
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New Kids On The Block have been rocking out on the music scene since 1984, and while their classic pop hits are beloved by all who heard them growing up in the 80s and 90s, more than three decades later this multi-platin…
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Are you a fan of the alternative rock band Next? If so, this blog post is for you! We'll take an honest look at both the good and bad aspects of their artistry. So whether you've been a die-hard fan since 2000 or have ju…
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