Author: R.E.M.

Format: Import

Release Date: 30-06-1998

Details: Product Description Features 6 bonus tracks, "Tired of Singing Trouble," "Rotary Ten," "Toys in the Attic," "Just a Touch (Live in the studio)," "Dream (All I Have to Do)," "Swan Swan H (Acoustic)." (Germany / Australia) Amazon.ca After a harrowing experience recording their previous album (1985's magnificent Fables Of The Reconstruction), R.E.M. reconvened the following year muttering something about a "poppier" sound. However, old fans were given little to complain about when Life's Rich Pageant was unveiled. Admittedly new producer Don Gehman had cleaned things up; you can even hear what Michael Stipe was singing on a couple of songs. And, yes, there's even a novelty cover ("Superman"). All these factors though, point to a band really enjoying themselves in the studio, from the euphoric clatter of "Begin The Begin" to the poignant waltz-time strum of "Swan Swan H". Highlights? Too many to mention--but it's hard to disagree with Stipe when he cites "Cuyahoga" and the hymnal "Fall On Me" as two of his very best. And, of the extra tracks, an exquisitely bare "(All I Have To Do Is) Dream" runs them damn close. --Peter Paphides

UPC: 077771320125

EAN: 0766485177926

Languages: english

Binding: Audio CD

Item Condition: UsedVeryGood