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R.E.M. at the BBC
Rock · 2018

R.E.M. at the BBC

R.E.M.

R.E.M. at the BBC is an expansive live album box set spanning 1984-2008, capturing the band's evolution through intimate radio sessions and electrifying concert broadcasts. It's a definitive retrospec

October 19, 2018 · Craft Recordings

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This is the sound of R.E.M. in their element, stripped down and soaring, intimate and epic. Imagine a sprawling journey through their entire career, from the jangling college rock days to their stadium-filling anthems, all captured with the unique charm and occasional rawness of BBC recordings. It's a treasure chest for the devoted fan, offering new perspectives on familiar songs and showcasing the band's incredible musicianship and Michael Stipe's evolving vocal prowess. Perfect for deep listening, this collection feels like a personal invitation into the band's live world, a testament to their enduring legacy.

Moments Worth Listening For
Thom Yorke's haunting vocal contribution to 'E-Bow the Letter' from the 1998 Later... with Jools Holland session, adding an ethereal layer to the already poignant track.
The raw, unbridled energy captured during the 1995 Milton Keynes performance, particularly the driving force of tracks like 'What's the Frequency, Kenneth?', showcasing the band at their arena-rock peak.
Jools Holland's sophisticated piano accompaniment on 'The Passenger' during the 1998 session, transforming the Iggy Pop cover into a late-night, jazzy anthem.
The intimate, jangling charm of the early John Peel session recordings, providing a direct window into the band's formative sound and youthful vigor.
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How does R.E.M. at the BBC sound next to the rest of R.E.M.'s catalogue?

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The production is pushed notably harder into live recording than this artist usually allows.

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