Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
It is hard to deny the impact that Feist has had on music over the past decade. The Canadian indie rock singer-songwriter has made a name for herself by blending acoustic and electronic sounds, often with thoughtful lyrics and stirring melodies, leading many to consider her one of today's most inventive recording artists. Althou…
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Feeder have rapidly climbed the ladder of success in the music industry over the last two decades, but how good is their music really? It's hard to deny that they have achieved a certain level of fame and notoriety, craf…
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Family is a group of singers and musicians from Australia who have achieved commercial success in multiple genres, including pop, R&B, soul, funk and hip hop. While they've had their fair share of criticism for trying to…
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Faith No More has undeniably had a powerful impact on the music industry. With their vast array of interesting, eclectic sounds and styles, they have crafted a unique presence that is hard to replicate or forget. While s…
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Criticism of music artists is expected, and Faces certainly isn't an exception. With a unique mix of neo-soul, funk and hip hop influences, the innovative band has experienced both praise and criticism from fans worldwid…
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Everclear has been a beloved music group since their 1995 debut album, Sparkle and Fade. With an impressive following of devoted listeners who appreciate the alternative rock sound they deliver with each new single, Ever…
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Europe is one of the most popular classic rock bands of all time. With their iconic solos, incredible lyrics, and powerful sound, it's hard to deny that there have been influential in the music industry for decades. Howe…
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Much beloved folk and indie-rock musician Elliott Smith has an extensive fan base, despite his untimely passing in 2003. Known for his gentle yet poetic songwriting, creative guitaristship and heartbreakingly honest lyri…
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Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros is an alternative American folk band formed in 2007 by lead singer and songwriter Alexander Ebert. On one hand, their music has often been praised for its poetic lyrics, joyful melodies…
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Editors are a British alternative rock band whose evocative lyrics, thunderous guitar riffs, and powerful melodies have been captivating audiences worldwide for over two decades. Since their debut album The Back Room was…
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Critics hail Echo And The Bunnymen as one of the best post-punk bands to come out of England in the 1980’s, and it’s easy to see why. With their melding of echoing walls of guitar and the socially conscious lyrical conte…
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Duran Duran is a remarkable musical group that has been around for almost four decades and continues to make waves in the music industry. Though the band has experienced its share of criticisms over the years, there are…
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Love them or hate them, everyone has an opinion about the alternative rock band Doves and their musical style. Even after 20 years of making music, they continue to push the boundaries of what is considered pop music - s…
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Dirty Projectors are a band whose music has drawn admiration and criticism from the indie rock scene. Some say that their music is overly experimental and difficult to follow, while others point out the inventiveness of…
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When it comes to guitar gods in the world of music, Dire Straits and Eric Clapton have both earned their right to be mentioned amongst the best. They are two legendary acts that will definitely live on forever but, thoug…
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