Released 44 years ago this August
Chronic Town
R.E.M. · 1982
20 min · 5 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · jangle pop
A shimmering blend of jangly guitars and enigmatic lyrics that define the early alt-rock sound.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of vibrant energy
- early morning reflective mood
- enigmatic lyrics for deep thinkers
- gradual build to introspective finale
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer lengthy immersive albums
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on August 24, 1982, 'Chronic Town' marked R.E.M.'s debut EP, showcasing their distinct sound just as they began to gain traction in the burgeoning college rock scene. This release followed their formation in 1980 and laid the groundwork for their first full-length album, 'Murmur', which would come out a year later.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· The Smiths· Pixies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wolves, Lower 4:13
- 2 Gardening at Night 3:30
- 3 Carnival of Sorts (Box Cars) 3:53
- 4 1,000,000 3:06
- 5 Stumble 5:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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