Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Gallows is one of the most controversial music artists of recent times. With a sound that takes punk and hardcore to extreme levels, this English rock band has attracted both praise and criticism from fans around the world. On the one hand, their raw energy and fierce punk influence have been heralded as an exciting new edge for…
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Frank Black, also known by his most infamous pseudonym “Black Francis”, is one of the most influential modern alternative rock songwriters to ever exist. His unique blend of punk and classic pop sensibilities has led to…
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Flight is an alt-rock band that has been making waves in the music industry for quite some time now. The group first came to prominence with their debut single “We Fly Higher” back in 2011, quickly gaining a wide audienc…
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FIDLAR is an American rock band that has made quite a name for itself in the music industry. With catchy hooks, infectious melodies and edgy lyrics, there is no doubt that this punk-rock quartet from Los Angeles has capt…
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The experimental, post-punk duo Felt have been producing music since 1979. Their sound continues to evolve and if you listen closely you'll hear influences from other artists of the era as well as some traditional ideas—…
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Fear has been making waves in the music industry as a multi-dimensional artist since bursting onto the scene in 2012. From their eclectic and thought-provoking lyrics to their irresistible hooks, Fear has become an unden…
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Dir en Grey has been a leader in the Japanese Visual kei genre of music for over two decades, bringing their unique blend of metal and rock influences to an international fanbase. With such a long career, it is no surpri…
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Dead Kennedys are one of those bands that have managed to polarize listeners – you either love them or hate them. While there is no denying the chaos and aggression that has been associated with their music in the past,…
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It's been said that Converge can do no wrong, but even almighty punk-metal icons have their imperfections. Are the band members heroes of harmony or dark knights of dissonance? Well, grab your headphones and get ready fo…
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Do you ever find yourself just really vibing with a song and then later realize it was produced by an artist whose music you were totally against? That's kind of the story for me when it comes to listening to Circle Jerk…
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Introducing one of the most polarizing music artists in recent memory, none other than Charlie Brown Jr! Whether you love his infectiously infectious energy that exudes from every song or you can’t stand his sheer lack o…
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If you're a lover of loud guitars and catchy lyrics, then you've probably been an ardent fan of the historical punk rockers, Buzzcocks. From their revolutionary artistic style to their extended discography of tunes, ther…
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Brokencyde has been the villain of the music scene for a long time now. From their auto-tuned lyrics, to their questionable fashion decisions, these guys definitely have not endeared themselves to many listeners. But whi…
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If you’ve ever had the pleasure of listening to Blitz, a well-known rap artist whose songs have taken the world by storm, then you know their upbeat tunes usually evoke feelings of joy and enthusiasm. But now it’s time f…
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Are you an avid fan of Black Lips? That’s great, as long as you don’t expect to hear anything melodic coming out of your speakers whenever his music is playing. Do not get us wrong: we appreciate a good dose of punk and…
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