Our friend and avid R.E.M. supporter, Jason Muñoz of Costa Rica, shared this year in review poster of various 2023 happenings from Bill, Peter, Mike, and Michael ranging from the 25th anniversary UP reissue and the Baseball Project tour to Michael’s ICA Milano exhibition and new book. Jason has dedicated the poster to his his … Continued
Mike’s recent conversation with WFPK’s Kyle Meredith in which they discuss “the electronics, mystery, & difficult circumstances of 1998’s Up” is available to stream at Louisville Public Media. Go here to check it out: https://bit.ly/4aujyF4 Photo: Rick Diamond Photography
Tune in to LaunchLeft’s latest podcast episode as Mike joins host Rain Phoenix to introduce The Lemon Twigs. From Rain: “Mike and the sibling duo, Brian and Michael, who make up The Lemon Twigs, prioritize harmony in their musical style. In the conversation, Mike and Rain delve into politics, exploring how political language and ideas … Continued
Michael’s first museum exhibition at Fondazione ICA Milano opened today, December 12. The show, entitled “I have lost and I have been lost but for now I’m flying high,” will be on view until March 16, 2024. The exhibit will include photography, sculpture, ceramics, books and video. From ICA Milano’s Website: “Analyzed through a wide … Continued
Read Benjamin Hedin’s excellent article on the band, titled “Was It Cooler Back Then? A search for the memory of R.E.M. in Athens, Georgia.” It’s part of the Oxford American’s 2023 Music Issue.
