Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
One of the most iconic rock bands of all time, Dire Straits defined the sound of a generation and continues to stand out in music history. From their first single Sultans Of Swing to their final album On Every Street, Dire Straits demonstrated incredible talent as songwriters and performers throughout their career. Despite their…
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Dinosaur Jr. has been around for decades, and over that time they've developed a strong fan base, as well as plenty of people who don't particularly like their music. The band is known for its DIY approach to rock and ro…
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Diiv has been a popular name in the indie music-sphere for more than seven years now. With their dreamy and slow post-rock sound, the band led by Z. Cole Smith has carved out a spot among the most influential indie acts…
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If you’re a fan of classic rock, then chances are that Derek and The Dominos has at least crossed your radar. Throughout the years, they have left an indelible mark on music lovers everywhere through some truly incredibl…
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If you've been a Depeche Mode fan in the last few decades, then you know that their music has taken many forms over time. From upbeat 80s synth-pop to industrial tinged electronica and more recently, they’ve even gone in…
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Deerhunter, led by the enigmatic frontman Bradford Cox, may not be a band for everyone, but if you're looking for something out-of-the-norm with an edge of grandiosity and wit, then it might just be worth your while to g…
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Do you remember that one band from the 90's that had a big hit and then went completely off the radar? Well, if you guessed Days of the New, then you not only have a great musical memory but also know about one of the mo…
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If you want to get into a lively discussion, just bring up the artist Daughter in any circle of music lovers. Everyone has an opinion, and it's no secret that opinions vary on this group from immense praise to fiery crit…
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If you’ve ever wanted to know what it’s like for a band from the indie-rock scene to be considered one of the coolest acts in modern music, then look no further than Cursive. It seems that nearly everyone has an opinion…
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When it comes to music, everyone has their own style and preferences. From hip-hop to country, rock to EDM - all genres have an abundance of fans. But what about the one genre that doesn't seem to be discussed as often?…
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Have you ever stumbled across a band or artist whose music just speaks to your soul? With Collective Soul, that's literally what it feels like as soon as their catchy melodies hit your ears! Hailing from the small Georgi…
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It's hard to be a fan of Coldplay - they have an incredibly dedicated cult following but also plenty of critics. Whether you love them or hate them, there is no denying that Coldplay has had a huge impact on popular musi…
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Cold War Kids have been a much-loved (and sometimes controversial) band since their hit single “Hang Me Up to Dry” first emerged on the indie-rock music scene nearly ten years ago. While some listeners are devoted fans o…
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Do you love the music of Cocteau Twins? Before we get into whether or not they’re the greatest band that ever lived—we must first tackle some of their arguably more controversial qualities: an otherworldly vocal style, s…
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As Clutch fans, we all have our moments of fanatical joy and elated enthusiasm for the music this band puts out - but sometimes the rest of the world doesn't seem to always feel that same love. To some people jam band so…
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