R.E.M. ROCKS RED ROCKS


The band was in fine form last night at Red Rocks in Colorado in front of a sell-out crowd who were treated to classics such as “Feeling Gravities Pull,” “World Leader Pretend,” “Departure,” and “Cuyahoga” As the tour progresses R.E.M.’s SETLIST continues to evolve, showcasing

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MUST-SEE RED ROCKS PHOTOS


Thanks to David Belisle for providing these stunning photos from the show at Red Rocks just outside Denver last night. And speaking of David, be sure to pick up his book of R.E.M. photographs, R.E.M.: HELLO, which is now available in bookstores (June 1, Chronicle).

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IT’S A TRIPLE CROWN FOR R.E.M. AT THE BIG TAKEOVER!


It’s now happened once in every decade since the 1980s, and, since we’re clearly keeping score, one can only wonder how many bands can boast that! After cover appearances in issue #17 in 1984 and fourteen years later on #43 in 1998, R.E.M. has once again landed on

R.E.M. LIVE IN LONDON EP OUT LATER THIS MONTH


Apple iTunes will release the special live EP, R.E.M. Live From London, later this month in celebration of the 3rd anniversary of live musical performances at the Apple Store in London. R.E.M.’s concert took place at the Regents Street Apple store on March 26th during a brief European promotional

R.E.M. THRILLS BERKELEY


R.E.M.’s first night of a two-night stand at the Greek Theatre in Berkeley was a rousing success says the Mercury News. Tonight the band is on night five of their world tour. What can the crowd expect this evening? Here’s the setlist from Saturday’s show

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POSTCARD FROM SAN FRANCISCO


It is always fun being in the city by the bay.

We have so many memories of this area over the years . . . early days amazement at the vistas and the architecture; an early show at the Warfield Theatre, just days after Michael had had

R.E.M. BOWLS OVER L.A.


The band had a great show at the Hollywood Bowl. Below are a few reviews, and check out the amazing fan photos here.

RollingStone.com

NME.com

The Hollywood Reporter

Hollywood bowl 5.29.2008

PRETTY PERSUASION

LIVING WELL

KENNETH

SITTING STILL

IGNORELAND

MAN SIZED WREATH

CIRCUS ENVY

DRIVE

ACCELERATE

HOLLOW MAN

FALL ON ME

HOUSTON

ELECTROLITE

FINAL STRAW

I’VE BEEN HIGH

LET ME IN

LOSING MY

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BIG NIGHT AT BOOK SOUP IN LOS ANGELES


Check out these great photos from last night’s book signing event at Book Soup in Los Angeles where Michael and David Belisle autographed copies of R.E.M.: HELLO non-stop from 7:00-8:30PM. A really great crowd turned out for the signing on a perfect LA night at a truly great bookstore.

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R.E.M. RETURNS TO THE HOLLYWOOD BOWL TONIGHT!


After a couple of days off following their headlining slot at the Sasquatch! Festival, the band returns to the stage tonight at the Hollywood Bowl, the scene of an infamous row during their last appearance at the Bowl in 2003 instigated by Tony Clifton who bumrushed Michael

R.E.M. PLAYLIST FAVORITES AVAILABLE AT ITUNES


Peter, Mike, and Michael have compiled a collection of thirteen songs for the iTunes’ Playlist Favorites series now available for purchase at the iTunes Store. The songs selected are by the supporting acts who will join R.E.M. on TOUR this summer in North America and in Europe.

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R.E.M.: HELLO BOOK SIGNING WEDNESDAY IN LA


Michael Stipe and David Belisle will be at Book Soup in Los Angeles at 7pm on May 28th to sign copies of R.E.M.: HELLO, the stunning collection of photographs of the band taken by David over the course of the last seven years during his time on tour

NEW DATES ADDED TO EUROPEAN TOUR


We are very excited to announce that the following dates have been added to R.E.M.’s 2008 European Tour. Support on the added dates will come from Brooklyn/UK based band, We Are Scientists:

Sept 17–OBERHAUSEN, KONIG-PILSENER ARENA (general onsale date is May 31st)

Sept 18–HAMBURG, COLORLINE (general onsale

VANCOUVER SUN REVIEWS OPENING NIGHT


R.E.M.’s concert in Vancouver last night is reviewed HERE in an article by the Vancouver Sun.

By all accounts, it was a rocking night, and thanks to Ethan’s tweets and remring’s post, we have a setlist to share:

1. Living Well’s the Best Revenge

2. What’s The