R.E.M.

R.E.M. Perform 'Pretty Persuasion' at 40 Watt Club with Michael Shannon & Friends

40 Watt Club
Athens, GA, United States

• On February 28, 2023, R.E.M. reunited for a live performance at the 40 Watt Club in Athens, featuring their classic song "Pretty Persuasion." This per... Read Full Description >

  On February 28, 2023, R.E.M. reunited for a live performance at the 40 Watt Club in Athens, featuring their classic song "Pretty Persuasion." This performance marked a notable moment for the band, as it brought together all four original members—Michael Stipe, Bill Berry, Mike Mills, and Peter Buck—after many years of limited public appearances together. Leading up to this live recording, R.E.M. had released their last studio album, "Collapse into Now," in 2011, which showcased the band's continued evolution and relevance in the music scene. The band has a significant connection to Athens, GA, as the city was their birthplace and a notable influence on their artistic identity. The performance at the 40 Watt Club, a venue integral to R.E.M.'s early career, underscored their enduring legacy and deep ties to their hometown.