Live at the Borderline 1991
R.E.M. · 2019
88 min · 17 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · jangle pop
A raw, energetic collection that captures R.E.M.'s early 90s sound with emotional depth and jangle-pop charm.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with emotional peaks raw energy of live performance dynamic flow between tracks
- Context
- At the time of this release, R.E.M. was transitioning from underground darlings to mainstream success after their breakthrough album 'Out of Time' in 1991. This live performance, recorded in 1991, encapsulates a pivotal moment when they were solidifying their status as alternative rock icons while still remaining deeply connected to their college rock roots.
- If you like
- alternative rock, folk rock, jangle pop
Live at the Borderline 1991 is an album by R.E.M., released in 2019. A raw, energetic collection that captures R.E.M.'s early 90s sound with emotional depth and jangle-pop charm. Released nearly three decades later, 'Live at the Borderline 1991' offers fans an intimate look at R.E.M.'s formative years and showcases their dynamic live presence. The album has been praised for its unfiltered energy and authenticity, contributing to the legacy of live recordings in rock history and highlighting the band's influence on the alternative scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live at the Borderline 1991 sound like?
A raw, energetic collection that captures R.E.M.'s early 90s sound with emotional depth and jangle-pop charm. Rooted in alternative rock and folk rock.
What makes Live at the Borderline 1991 by R.E.M. notable?
Released nearly three decades later, 'Live at the Borderline 1991' offers fans an intimate look at R.E.M.'s formative years and showcases their dynamic live presence. The album has been praised for its unfiltered energy and authenticity, contributing to the legacy of live recordings in rock history and highlighting the band's influence on the alternative scene. At the time of this release, R.E.M. was transitioning from underground darlings to mainstream success after their breakthrough album 'Out of Time' in 1991. This live performance, recorded in 1991, encapsulates a pivotal moment when they were solidifying their status as alternative rock icons while still remaining deeply connected to their college rock roots.
Who is Live at the Borderline 1991 for?
Live at the Borderline 1991 works well if you're into wave-like pacing with emotional peaks, raw energy of live performance and dynamic flow between tracks.
How many songs are on Live at the Borderline 1991?
Live at the Borderline 1991 has 17 tracks, running approximately 88 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 World Leader Pretend 5:26
- 2 Half a World Away Standout 4:44
- 3 Fretless 6:19
- 4 The One I Love Standout 5:31
- 5 Jackson/Dallas 6:02
- 6 Disturbance at the Heron House 4:53
- 7 Belong 7:47
- 8 Low 6:37
Disc 2
- 1 Love Is All Around 5:30
- 2 You Are the Everything 5:17
- 3 Swan Swan H 3:11
- 4 Radio Song Standout 4:59
- 5 Perfect Circle 5:51
- 6 Endgame 4:02
- 7 Fall on Me 6:17
- 8 Get Up 3:40
- 9 Moon River 2:36
Release Date
April 13, 2019
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
88 min 42 sec
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