Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
If you are someone who has minimal knowledge about the melodious genre of soul music, it’s time to tune in to some Des'ree. Music fans have been listening and singing along to her songs since 1992, with hits such as “Kissing You” and more recently “You Gotta Be”. She has had a successful career overall, however, there is one thi…
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Ah, Del Shannon. He may be best remembered for his signature song Runaway and its recognisable intro chords - but there's so much more to Del Shannon than just a rock-and-roll classic. On one hand, critics of 60s music c…
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If you’re looking for an artist to put your speakers through their paces, Deep Forest might not be the one. With its ambient atmospheres and subtle instrumentals, this French-based groupis far from electrifying - but don…
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Deep Dish--the EDM DJ duo that has been taking the music world by storm in recent years. They’ve topped charts, sold out stadiums and have become a crowd favorite with their brand of high-energy electronica. But even for…
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Have you ever had one of those days when it would seem like the perfect mood music for a party is already playing in your head but can’t quite put your finger on who sings it? Well, if that classic hit tune happen to be…
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We all have that one artist we love to hate yet can't help but jam out to. Dead or Alive is a classic example and it's time to take a deep dive into their music. The goal? To find both the good and bad aspects of this ic…
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At first glance, some people might look at David Guetta and think he's just another run-of-the-mill pop star. But if you truly take a close listen to his music, it's evident that there is much more than meets the eye! Fr…
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Ah, David Bowie. He’s had a long and varied career as an artist - from Ziggy Stardust to Labyrinth - but no matter what version of him you like most, one thing remains true: he’s always made great music! While his latest…
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If you’ve never heard of the multi-talented, one and only Cyndi Lauper, then you must be living under a rock! The singer-songwriter and iconic 80s figure has given us some of the catchiest pop songs that light up our pla…
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If you're a fan of 90s' music, then one artist that likely pops into your mind is Culture Beat. These Euro-dance trailblazers were part of an era when club beats collided with synthpop – a match made in musical heaven! B…
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As a new music artist, getting your music out there and heard by the right audience can be a daunting task. With so many platforms and tools available, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. However, one platform…
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From the days of her first hit single Rhythm of The Night to her latest album, “The Rhapsody”, Corona has been a major influence in music for more than two decades. However, listening to any one of her songs will make yo…
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As a rabid fan of classic music, it's hard not to love Cliff Richard. He has been churning out hits for the last six decades and his inimitable tunes are sure to have you singing along before the song is over. But despit…
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Love her or hate her, there’s no denying that Christina Aguilera has had a tremendous impact on the music industry. From inspiring countless aspiring singers to setting a standard for female vocalists everywhere, she’s m…
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Chris Isaak is a singer-songwriter that has been making music for decades, but getting mixed reviews from critics. Some say his mellow tunes can make you feel like you are in an '80s romcom montage scene, while others ar…
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