Forty years ago today, R.E.M. released their debut album, Murmur, one of the most popular and influential releases in the history of indie rock (which they were calling “college rock” back in R.E.M.’s day). To celebrate, the band has shared reflections on the anniversary in multiple venues. On Instagram, Michael Sti...

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Flashback: August 1982! Chronic Town was their first EP! R.E.M., one of the most important American bands of the past half-century or so, are now a distant memory; they officially broke up in 2011. But the people remember. This past summer, the band’s classic debut EP celebrated its 40th anniversary. And last night, an all-star gatheri...