R.E.M.

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Years Active: 1986-2008

Band Members: Bill Berry, Michael Stipe, Mike Mills, Peter Buck

Influenced by: New York Dolls, T. Rex, The Clash, The Soft Boys, Big Star, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Led Zeppelin, The Flying Burrito Brothers, The Byrds, The Rolling Stones, Patti Smith, Gram Parsons, The Beatles, Wire, Iggy Pop, The Sex Pistols, The Velvet Underground, The Beach Boys

Genre: Rock & Alternative

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R.E.M. Reveal 'Reckoning' Album Art and Liner Notes -- Exclusive

Jun 18 2009 11:30AM by Adam Horne

Filed under: Exclusive, Album

Spinner: It's hard to believe it's been 25 years since R.E.M. cemented their status as the kings of college rock with the release of their second album, 'Reckoning.' Now the band is celebrating the anniversary with a deluxe edition of the classic album, which ... Read more

R.E.M. Take the Stage During R.E.M. Tribute Benefit

Mar 12 2009 12:30PM by Zaby Currie

Spinner: At Wednesday night's star-studded benefit 'The Music of R.E.M. at Carnegie Hall,' New Yorkers were given a real treat -- an unannounced appearance by the evening's honorees, the boys from Athens, Ga. themselves, who took the stage with Patti Smith ... Read more

Rock Almanac: January 4, 2009

Jan 04 2009 3:00AM by Gaylord Fields

Filed under: Rock Almanac

Spinner: On This Date in 1960: R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe is born John Michael Stipe in Decatur, Ga. The Almanac Advises for January 4: "One of the keys to becoming a successful spokesman is being articulate. Communicating clearly and enunciating ... Read more

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