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Behind The Albums2 months ago

‘Monster’: How R.E.M. Unleashed Their Inner Rock’n’Roll Beast

With their ‘Monster’ album, R.E.M. got back to making what guitarist Peter Buck described as a "real noisy rock’n’roll record”.

Behind The Albums3 months ago

‘New Adventures In Hi-Fi’: How R.E.M. Expanded In All Directions

Arguably less immediate and less accessible than previous R.E.M. landmark albums, ‘New Adventures In Hi-Fi’ was a sprawling, “White Album”-esque affair.

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Features3 months ago

Best Male Rock Singers: A Top 100 Countdown Of Legendary Vocalists

From powerhouse belters to multi-octave vocalists with mind-boggling versatility, the best male rock singers have left their mark on music history.

Behind The Albums3 months ago

‘Document’: Capturing R.E.M. At A Pivotal Point In Their Career

‘Document’ gave R.E.M. the chance to further broaden their palette, fashioning songs from riffs written on instruments such as mandolins and accordions.

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News3 months ago

R.E.M.’s ‘New Adventures In Hi-Fi’ To Celebrate 25 Years With Deluxe Reissue

Due to be issued in a variety of formats, the much-acclaimed album's new edition will be out on October 29.

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Features4 months ago

The Most Surprising Musical Friendships

From fleeting, backstage hangs to longtime creative partnerships, the best musical friendships come in all forms.

News5 months ago

Listen To The Original 1981 Hib-Tone Version Of R.E.M.’s ‘Sitting Still’

The track also features on the new reissue of the band’s classic ‘Radio Free Europe’ single, out on July 23.

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News6 months ago

World Environment Day Livestream To Feature Patti Smith, Michael Stipe, Ben Harper And More

A World Environment Day livestream event will be held on June 4 with appearances from Patti Smith, Michael Stipe, Dave Matthews, Ben Harper and more.

News6 months ago

R.E.M.’S Debut 1981 Single, ‘Radio Free Europe’ Set For First-Ever Reissue

The reissue be presented in the record's original format: as a 45-RPM single housed in a black and white jacket featuring photography by Michael Stipe.

Behind The Albums9 months ago

R.E.M. – Out Of Time

Though both introspective and diverse, 'Out Of Time' quickly connected with the critics, with many of the industry’s most respected publications heaping five-star praise on the album.

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Features11 months ago

Best R.E.M. Songs: 20 Defining Hits From The Alt.Rock Heroes

If ever a band proved you can play rock’n’roll and retain your integrity, that band was R.E.M. as the best R.E.M. songs prove.

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News12 months ago

The Killers, Nine Inch Nails To Feature In Netflix’s ‘Song Exploder Volume 2’

In the series' first season, which aired in October, Michael Stipe explained the story behind iconic R.E.M. hit “Losing My Religion”.

News1 year ago

Classic R.E.M. Image Made Into Special Eco-Friendly Jigsaw Puzzle

Proceeds from sales are going to US grassroots organizations aiming to get books into the hands of children who might not otherwise have them at home.