R.E.M. is one of the most important and influential bands of the alternative rock era, known for their introspective lyrics, melodic sound, and innovative music.
From the jangling guitars of Losing My Religion to the dreamy soundscapes of Everybody Hurts, R.E.M.'s music continues to be a staple of modern rock radio and a beloved part of the soundtrack of our lives. In this quiz, you'll get to test your knowledge of R.E.M., their music, and their place in the history of alternative rock.
What year did R.E.M. form as a band?
1980
1981
1982
1983
What city was R.E.M. originally formed in?
Athens, Georgia
Atlanta, Georgia
Savannah, Georgia
Charleston, South Carolina
What was the name of R.E.M.'s first full-length studio album
Murmur
Chronic Town
Document
Green
What was the name of R.E.M.'s first hit single?
Losing My Religion
Radio Free Europe
Stand
The One I Love
Who was the lead singer of R.E.M.?
Michael Stipe
Peter Buck
Mike Mills
Bill Berry
Who played guitar for R.E.M.?
Michael Stipe
Peter Buck
Mike Mills
Bill Berry
Who played bass for R.E.M.?
Michael Stipe
Peter Buck
Mike Mills
Bill Berry
Who was the drummer for R.E.M.?
Michael Stipe
Peter Buck
Mike Mills
Bill Berry
What was the name of R.E.M.'s fifth studio album?
Document
Lifes Rich Pageant
Fables of the Reconstruction
Reckoning
What was the name of R.E.M.'s biggest hit single?
The One I Love
Losing My Religion
Man on the Moon
Everybody Hurts
What was the name of the compilation album of R.E.M.'s early material that was released in 1991?
Eponymous
In Time
And I Feel Fine...The Best of the I.R.S. Years 1982-1987
Dead Letter Office
What was the name of R.E.M.'s final studio album?
Collapse into Now
Reveal
Around the Sun
Part Lies, Part Heart, Part Truth, Part Garbage 1982-2011
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