An electrifying cultural biography of R.E.M.
THE NEW YORK TIMES BOOK REVIEW EDITORS' CHOICE • An electrifying cultural biography of the greatest and last American rock band of the millennium, whose music ignited a generation—and reasserted the power of rock and roll
In the spring of 1980, an unexpected group of musical eccentrics came together to play their very first performance at a college party in Athens, Georgia. Within a few short years, they had taken over the world – with smash records like Out of Time, Automatic for the People, Monster and Green
Raw, outrageous, and expressive, R.E.M.’s distinctive musical flair was unmatched, and a string of mega-successes solidified them as generational spokesmen
Explore the captivating cultural biography of the greatest American rock band of the millennium.
Get a deep dive into the fascinating lives of Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and Bill Berry.
Immerse yourself in the rich historical context of the 80s and 90s music era.
Experience the remarkably poetic and deeply descriptive writing style of Peter Ames Carlin.
Learn about the legacy and impact of R.E.M. on the music industry and generations to come.
