2-LP, 180-gram vinyl

WhenMonsterwas released in September 1994, the members of R.E.M. were at a crossroads in their career. Singer Michael Stipe, guitarist Peter Buck, bassist Mike Mills and drummer Bill Berry were decompressing from the massive commercial and critical success of 1991’sOut of Timeand 1992’sAutomatic for the People. In just a few years, the Athens, GA, four-piece had become one of the biggest, most recognizable bands in the world. It had also been six years since the group had toured. By the time that work began onMonster, they were itching to end their self-imposed hiatus and get back on the road. The band was also looking for a sonic shake-up. While R.E.M.’s last two albums were full of ballads, acoustic rock songs and intricate arrangements, the group was ready to record something grittier, brasher and highly playable on stage.

CelebratingMonster's 25th anniversary, thisexpanded 2-LP editionoffers the original album remastered,plus a special 2019 remix fromproducer Scott Litt. Theset also featuresliner notes by journalist MatthewPerpetua—with new insight from band members—and archival photographs, as well asimagined cover art.

Highlights include the singles “What’s The Frequency, Kenneth?,” “Crush with Eyeliner,” “Star 69,” “Strange Currencies,” “Tongue,” and “Bang and Blame.”

LP 1 –Monster(Remastered)

A1. What’s The Frequency, Kenneth?
A2. Crush With Eyeliner
A3. King Of Comedy
A4. I Don’t Sleep, I Dream
A5. Star 69
A6. Strange Currencies
B1. Tongue
B2. Bang And Blame
B3. I Took Your Name
B4. Let Me In
B5. Circus Envy
B6. You

LP 2 –Monster(Remixed)

A1. What’s The Frequency, Kenneth? (Remix)
A2. Crush With Eyeliner (Remix)
A3. King Of Comedy (Remix)
A4. I Don’t Sleep, I Dream (Remix)
A5. Star 69 (Remix)
A6. Strange Currencies (Remix)
B1. Tongue (Remix)
B2. Bang And Blame (Remix)
B3. I Took Your Name (Remix)
B4. Let Me In (Remix)
B5. Circus Envy (Remix)
B6. You (Remix)