Document - 25th Anniversary Edition
R.E.M. · 2012
67 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · jangle pop
A vibrant mix of jangly guitars and politically charged lyrics that defined a generation's soundscape.
Document - 25th Anniversary Edition is an album by R.E.M., released in 2012. A vibrant mix of jangly guitars and politically charged lyrics that defined a generation's soundscape. 'Document' was a critical turning point for R.E.M., featuring the hit single 'The One I Love,' which became their first major chart success. This album is noted for its blend of alternative rock with poignant political commentary, influencing countless artists and movements in the years following its release. The reissue celebrated its legacy during a time when R.E.M.'s impact on the genre was being reflected upon as part of their historical influence. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Document - 25th Anniversary Edition sound like?
A vibrant mix of jangly guitars and politically charged lyrics that defined a generation's soundscape. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock.
What makes Document - 25th Anniversary Edition by R.E.M. notable?
'Document' was a critical turning point for R.E.M., featuring the hit single 'The One I Love,' which became their first major chart success. This album is noted for its blend of alternative rock with poignant political commentary, influencing countless artists and movements in the years following its release. The reissue celebrated its legacy during a time when R.E.M.'s impact on the genre was being reflected upon as part of their historical influence. Released in 2012, the '25th Anniversary Edition' of 'Document' commemorates R.E.M.'s pivotal 1987 album, marking a significant moment in their career. At the time of this reissue, R.E.M. had recently disbanded after nearly four decades of influential music, cementing their legacy in alternative rock. The original 'Document' was their first to achieve major commercial success and showcased their evolving sound towards more direct political themes.
How many songs are on Document - 25th Anniversary Edition?
Document - 25th Anniversary Edition has 17 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Finest Worksong Standout 3:50
- 2 Welcome to the Occupation 2:48
- 3 Exhuming McCarthy 3:21
- 4 Disturbance at the Heron House 3:34
- 5 Strange 2:33
- 6 It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine) 4:06
- 7 The One I Love Standout 3:17
- 8 Fireplace 3:24
- 9 Lightnin’ Hopkins 3:21
- 10 King of Birds 4:10
- 11 Oddfellows Local 151 5:22
- 12 Finest Worksong (other mix) 3:47
- 13 Last Date 2:16
- 14 The One I Love (live) 4:06
- 15 Time After Time Etc. (live) 8:22
- 16 Disturbance at the Heron House (live) 3:26
- 17 Finest Worksong (lengthy club mix) 5:52
Release Date
September 5, 2012
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
67 min 43 sec
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