【収録タイトル】 1.MONSTER(1994年) 歪んだギターとノイジーなロックサウンドで構成された異色作。Michael Stipeのヴォーカルがこれまで以上にエモーショナルに響き、「What’s the Frequency, Kenneth?」「Crush with Eyeliner」など刺激的な名曲が揃う。 2.NEW ADVENTURES IN HI-FI(1996年) ツアー中に録音された臨場感のある作品。スタジオ録音とライブ録音が交錯するユニークな制作手法で、「E-Bow the Letter」や「Electrolite」など叙情的で奥深い楽曲が特徴。ファンの間では隠れた傑作と称される一枚。 3.UP(1998年) ドラマーBill Berry脱退後の新たなフェーズへ踏み出した作品。エレクトロニカやアンビエント要素を取り入れ、柔らかく幻想的なサウンドスケープを展開。「Lotus」「Daysleeper」など、メロウな楽曲が光る。 4.REVEAL(2001年) 陽光が差し込むようなポップでカラフルなアルバム。「Imitation of Life」や「All the Way to Reno」など、瑞々しいメロディとアレンジでバンドの進化を感じられる作品。聴き心地の良さと繊細な美しさが共存。
This is a 4-CD set of essential R.E.M. albums from the mid-90s through the early 2000s — a period of evolution, experimentation, and emotional depth in the band’s legendary career.
Included Albums: 1.MONSTER (1994) A bold shift toward distorted guitar and grunge-influenced rock. Raw and edgy, with standout tracks like “What’s the Frequency, Kenneth?” and “Crush with Eyeliner.” A thrilling departure from their earlier work. 2.NEW ADVENTURES IN HI-FI (1996) A fan-favorite often regarded as an underrated gem. Recorded during their tour, it blends live and studio energy seamlessly. Featuring “E-Bow the Letter” and “Electrolite,” it’s emotional, atmospheric, and expansive. 3.UP (1998) The first album after drummer Bill Berry left. Incorporating electronic textures and ambient influences, this album is dreamlike and reflective. Tracks like “Lotus” and “Daysleeper” showcase a softer, experimental side of R.E.M. 4.REVEAL (2001) Lush and sun-drenched pop with a radiant touch. Songs such as “Imitation of Life” and “All the Way to Reno” are melodically rich and beautifully arranged — a perfect listen for those seeking serenity and subtle charm.
Discs and cases show minor signs of use, but all items play properly and are well cared for. A great opportunity to revisit — or discover — the later masterpieces of one of alternative rock’s most influential bands.