Explore artists, records, scenes and the ideas that shape sound. The Staimusic blog connects music stories with the listening archive.
When you hear the name Scouting For Girls, images of charming acoustic singers strumming guitars might come to mind. But throughout their career, this pop rock group has been critically divisive - some love them for their catchy songs and upbeat melodies, while others are completely turned off by what they consider ‘forced’ lyri…
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Carlos Santana and Eric Clapton are two of the most successful rock guitarists of all time, with a combined influence on music that echoed throughout the decades. However, both artists have been criticized as well as pra…
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When it comes to classic artists, Carlos Santana and his band, Santana, are certainly part of the conversation. Known for their iconic sound that meshes together Latin American grooves with rock and blues elements, they…
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Music has the power to transport us all, giving us moments of comfort and solace as well as thrilling highs. While every artist has something unique to offer, a few stand out because of their evocative sound and passiona…
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Riverside is a rock band that has been around since their foundation in 2001 and has garnered an impressive fan following. They have gone through several line-up changes, as well as redefining their sound a few times, ye…
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Ritchie Valens is a beloved music artist with an incredible legacy that stretches far beyond his tragically short life. His pioneering mix of Latin-tinged rock and roll has stood the test of time, reaching classic status…
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Are you a fan of the English rock band Revolver? Do you know all their albums and treasure them in your music library? The musical imprint Revolver has left over the years is undeniable, but there are some critiques to b…
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As one of the most full-fledged, rock n' roll bands in existence, Red Hot Chili Peppers have been entertaining listeners for decades with their unique blend of punk, funk and alternative. No other band comes close to mat…
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Love them or hate them, Radiohead is one of the most influential music groups in history. Hailed as innovative and musically genius by some, decried as depressive and pretentious by others. The fact remains that their ar…
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Ra Ra Riot - an Indie rock band from Syracuse, New York - has been producing music that blends classical and post punk genres since 2006. Down the years, Ra Ra Riot have earned both praise and criticism for their sound -…
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Nobody can deny that Pulp’s music carried a unique flavor. From their lyrical content to Jarvis Cocker’s iconic singing style, it was clear the Sheffield natives had established themselves as one of England's most belove…
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Puddle Of Mudd have had their ups and downs throughout their music career – some raving reviews, others filled with harsh criticism. While it's easy to find the negatives in any artist’s album releases and live performan…
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It can be difficult to identify the perfect artist for your musical tastes. Everyone has something they love, and something that falls flat in their opinion. Porcupine Tree is a progressive rock act from Hemel Hempstead,…
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The Finnish rock band Poets of the Fall has had a long and winding history in their respective music industry. They’ve seen success from all levels, both critically acclaimed and commercially successful. However, for eve…
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Stone Temple Pilots have been a prominent figure in the music industry since the early nineties. Over their career, they’ve gained both faithful fans and vehement critics: inevitably, both camps have varying opinions of…
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