Released 30 years ago
Road Movie
R.E.M. · 1996
90 min · 21 tracks · alternative rock · folk rock · jangle pop
A sprawling collection of R.E.M.'s greatest hits, blending jangly guitars with introspective lyrics and a sense of nostalgia.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic reflections on past moments
- dynamic flow with emotional peaks
- for late-night drives
- uplifting sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek only standalone hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Road Movie' came during R.E.M.'s commercial peak following their critically acclaimed album 'Automatic for the People' (1992). By this time, they had solidified their status as alternative rock icons, drawing both mainstream success and a devoted fanbase. This compilation serves as a reflection of their evolution up to that point, showcasing pivotal moments in their career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The B-52's· The Smiths· Pixies
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:19
- 2 I Took Your Name 3:58
- 3 What’s the Frequency, Kenneth? 3:42
- 4 Crush With Eyeliner 4:37
- 5 Undertow 5:17
- 6 The Wake‐up Bomb 5:07
- 7 Revolution 3:09
- 8 Losing My Religion 4:47
- 9 Binky the Doormat 5:24
- 10 Orange Crush 3:55
- 11 Strange Currencies 4:27
- 12 Tongue 4:42
- 13 Man on the Moon 5:42
- 14 Country Feedback 6:23
- 15 Find the River 4:00
- 16 The One I Love 3:24
- 17 Star 69 3:23
- 18 Let Me In 4:10
- 19 Everybody Hurts 5:54
- 20 It’s the End of the World as We Know It (and I Feel Fine) 5:02
- 21 Credits 2:53
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