Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
Are you a fan of the Canadian music group, Barenaked Ladies? If so, then you know they possess some truly unique beats and relatable lyrics that even the most die-hard fans can jam out to. But despite all its glory and fame in certain circles, there are many critiques to be had for this quirky artist- make sure you have your hea…
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We all know that artist Awolnation makes some pretty awesome music… but have you ever stopped to think about the lyrics? Sure, they may be catchy and totally bumping when you blast the song from your car speakers – but i…
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Avril Lavigne burst into the pop punk music scene in 2002 with her hit single Complicated and has been an iconic figure for teenage angst ever since. Many of us have grown up listening to her music - shouting out our fru…
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It’s not easy to be a music fan these days. With artists constantly pushing out new tracks for their devoted fans, it can be hard to keep up with who is actually good and who should have stayed in the studio. Unfortunate…
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If you ever had the misfortune of listening to Audioslave's music, then chances are you've already experienced more than a few moments of regret. For some strange reason, they managed to combine all the worst aspects of…
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If you love Thom Yorke, Flea and Nigel Godrich, then you probably already know about Atoms For Peace. If not, here's the setup: a supergroup of sorts pieced together by some of music’s most popular artists to create a br…
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Atlas Genius could be considered the godfather of the modern music industry, amassing billions of fans and dozens of award nominations for his work. But if we're being honest here, the truth is that Atlas Genius may actu…
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You know that you're in for a wild ride when it comes to listening to At the Drive-In's music. With their intense guitar riffs and passionate vocals, they never fail to bring an energetic performance. However, if there i…
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Asian Kung-Fu Generation is arguably one of the most renowned music artists in modern Japan. You'd almost expect their songs to be filled with graceful energy and powerful martial arts moves – but, alas, no matter how ha…
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Have you ever experienced so much hype for a music artist that, when you finally get the chance to listen to them, there's only one thought running through your mind? That's what it feels like to experience Arctic Monkey…
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It's impossible to talk about Arcade Fire and not get people talking. This internationally renowned band has been stirring up conversations around the world ever since their debut studio album, 'Funeral', dropped in 2004…
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Andrés Calamaro can be credited with writing some of the catchiest, heart-melting lyrics in Latin pop music history. But as much as we love his songs and admire his creativity, let's face it - the man has earned himself…
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Love 'em or hate 'em, there's no denying that the British indie rock band Alt-J has made a huge impact on music culture. However, if you talk to any seasoned fan of alternative music then chances are they'll have quite a…
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If the original Allman Brothers Band lineup assembled in a room today, there might be a new kind of “Ramblin’ Man” emanating from all corners. But instead of Gregg Allman and Duane Allman trading licks back and forth lik…
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When it comes to iconic alternative rock bands from the 90s, it's hard to overlook Nirvana. Their sound was a defining moment in the music industry, and helped pave the way for future artists in the genre. One of the thi…
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