scott Posted July 28, 2004 Report Share Posted July 28, 2004 I can't wait for this album to come out, I absolutely love R.E.M. (and especially because R.E.M. is the only band in like my top five bands that still puts out music) NEW YORK (Billboard) - The first single from R.E.M (news - web sites).'s as-yet-untitled new album will be "Leaving New York," which is tentatively set for a Sept. 27 commercial release in Britain, where the veteran Athens, Ga. group retains a fervent fan base. A group spokesperson had no information regarding the single's U.S. release, but confirmed the Warner Bros. album would arrive Oct. 5 in North America. It will be the follow-up to 2001's "Reveal," which debuted at No. 6 on The Billboard 200 and has sold 411,000 copies in the United States, according to Nielsen SoundScan. Among the other tracks being eyed for the new release are "Wanderlust" and "I'm Gonna DJ." The song "Final Straw," which was previously released online and debuted during R.E.M.'s 2003 tour, will appear on the "Future Soundtrack of America" compilation, due Aug. 17 via Barsuk Records. R.E.M. is planning a fall tour in support of the new disc, which is expected to encompass some concerts in swing states in the run-up to the U.S. presidential election. R.E.M. guitarist Peter Buck can also be heard guesting on Irish rock act the Thrills' new album, "Let's Bottle Bohemia," due Sept. 14 via Virgin. Reuters/Billboard Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Costellogirl75 Posted July 29, 2004 Report Share Posted July 29, 2004 You and I are the only people on the boards who are psyched at this. WHOOO HOOOO for new R.E.M.! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott Posted July 29, 2004 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2004 Yeah, I'm going to end my radio ban when the single comes out, just so I can hear it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott Posted July 29, 2004 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2004 Here I'm gonna start a discussion on this to see if anybody but me and c-girl care about the wonderful R.E.M. How do you all think this album is gonna sell? I'm thinkin' really really really good, for a mixture of reasons 1)Their first studio album in three years. 2)Last years tour was one of their best and strongest, and most attended. 3)Their last release, their greatest hits album, was huge, and plus it scored them their first top 10 song in about 10 years (it was either 'Bad Day' or 'Animal' I'm leaning towards 'Bad Day' but I'm probably wrong) 4)Because R.E.M. kicks a** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chelle Posted September 16, 2004 Report Share Posted September 16, 2004 I too am an R.E.M fan so I will jump in here. Have you heard the single? My radio station is playing it like crazy. Maybe it is just me, but something about it reminds me of Man On the Moon. I can't put my finger on why, how do you guys like it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCyberdemon Posted September 16, 2004 Report Share Posted September 16, 2004 Ugh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott Posted September 16, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 16, 2004 I love the single. "Leaving New York never leaves you" the outro is pure brilliance too, the 'canon' that Stipe creates with overdubs is awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DARKSMiLEY Posted November 29, 2004 Report Share Posted November 29, 2004 hi all - i just got this album today and its pretty cool - have owned loads of rem albums in the past and they're up there with my fave bands. not sure if they are quite as good as radiohead tho! what is every1's fave album/rem album? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCyberdemon Posted November 30, 2004 Report Share Posted November 30, 2004 R.E.M. is the greatest band on Earth! Save the rainforest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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