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Reveal

R.E.M. · 2001

53 min · 12 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · jangle pop

A shimmering blend of introspective lyrics and melodic hooks wrapped in lush instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective reflective moments
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • layered, dense sonic textures
  • long, immersive listening sessions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 14, 2001, 'Reveal' was R.E.M.'s 13th studio album and followed their commercially successful 'Up' from 1998. At this time, the band was exploring a more experimental sound while dealing with the departure of their longtime drummer Bill Berry, which marked a significant shift in their creative dynamic.
Stylistic neighbors
The B-52's· The Smiths· Pixies

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Lifting 4:39
  • 2 I’ve Been High 3:26
  • 3 All the Way to Reno (You’re Gonna Be a Star) 4:43
  • 4 She Just Wants to Be 5:22
  • 5 Disappear 4:10
  • 6 Saturn Return 4:54
  • 7 Beat a Drum 4:20
  • 8 Imitation of Life 3:56
  • 9 Summer Turns to High 3:31
  • 10 Chorus and the Ring 4:31
  • 11 I’ll Take the Rain 5:51
  • 12 Beachball 4:13

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