R.E.M. - Lifes Rich Pageant

Originally issued in 1986, the fourth album by R.E.M. proved a turning point for the college-rock heroes from Athens, Georgia. Producer Don Gehman (John Mellencamp) coaxed vocalist Michael Stipe to sing more clearly, resulting in the band’s commercial breakthrough. The 25^th anniversary edition of this seminal recording will thrill R.E.M. fans. Along with environmentally-themed songs like “Fall on Me” and “Cuyahoga” and the harmony-rich hit “Superman,” a second disc offers rare demos and unreleased tracks.