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R.E.M.: Accelerate

11 March 2008 · 19 YEARS

Accelerate

R.E.M.

Energy drives this record, marking a return to the band's punchy, guitar-led roots. It serves as a reaction against the polished experimentation found in previous work, prioritizing raw urgency over perfection.

Recorded in Vancouver and Dublin, the production removes excess to focus on muscular arrangements. The final result is a focused, aggressive sound that highlights a group reclaiming its edge after years of introspection.

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