Monster 25th Anniversary LP fg_Catalog Number_SMEK0338405 Gleaming and sparkling with 1980s

Gleaming and sparkling with 1980s and 1990s electronic sound rethought and retooled with exquisite detail for the 21st century

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beautiful vocal harmonies and a premier rhythm section

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Monster 25th Anniversary LP fg_Catalog Number_SMEK0338405 Gleaming and sparkling with 1980sR. E. M.s ninth album, Monster, was released at a time when the band were coming off the peak of their mainstream success, following Out of Time (1991) and Automatic For The People (1992). Coming from a long break in touring (the band famously didnt tour with the two previous records), Monster represented an intentional shift in R. E. M.s sound, a return to rock with guitar laden, simple arrangements. It was released to strong reviews and significant