In honor of Ms. D (who loves this band), I rummaged for my copy of Automatic for the People by REM this weekend. One of the most under-rated REM tracks of all time is "Find the River," such a beautiful bridge and melody, sung with a sweetness that became Michael Stipe's brand. Plus, they are the only band around that can rhyme the word "naivety." If you are put off by the 90s-ness of it...check out the awesome Dr. Dog cover.
For tomorrow, do your criticisms to the best of your abilities. Have them typed up and printed out and ready to go. Also, make sure you have read the articles.
what an AWESOME album! (said, by my parents, to be their best..) what an amazing band...
ReplyDeletei knew i had fallen in love with R.E.M. when i first heard 'out of time'... 'radio song' featuring KRS-one? haha, what a hit!
What a selection!!!! R.E.M. is truly unique and a personal favorite of mine. i was listening to the radio today 106.5 G-Rock, and they said R.E.M. is coming out with a 25th anniversary album of "Murmur" in early 2009!
ReplyDeleteBTW i live for the jam of the week, one addition though,play it as we waltz into class.
I am in a huge jam with this criticism. Yes alot of it has to do with soccer and my lack of focus but i seriously dont know where to begin. When i say begin i dont mean like starting it, i mean like i have all this stuff and i dont know where to go with it. help me please.
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ReplyDeleteShiny Happy People?... Furry Happy Monsters!
Lenny Bruce says "It's the end of the world as we know it", and just like in the Film Institute I feel fine! REM rocks
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