R.E.M. – Monster – Anniversary Edition, Remastered, 180 Gram Vinyl LP

Monster is an alternative and rock album by R.E.M. on Craft Recordings. This is the Anniversary Edition, Remastered, 180 Gram vinyl edition. This edition was released on November 1, 2019.

- 1-LP, 180-gram vinyl - Featuring the hits: "What's the Frequency, Kenneth?," "Bang and Blame," "Crush With Eyeliner" and more - Remastered Album; from the original analog master - Plus new liner notes, featuring interviews from members of the band - Original album artwork R.E.M.'s ninth album, Monster, was released at a time when the band were coming off the peak of their mainstream success, following Out of Time (1991) and Automatic For The People (1992). Coming from a long break in touring (the band famously didn't tour with the two previous records), Monster represented an intentional shift in R.E.M.'s sound, a "return to rock" with guitar laden, simple arrangements. It was released to strong reviews and significant global success - reaching #1 on Billboard, and least 7 other countries. In 1995 the band promoted that album with their first concert tour since 1989 (although several band members suffered health problems). The album includes the singles; "What's The Frequency, Kenneth?," "Crush with Eyeliner," "Bang and Blame," and "Strange Currencies." Originally released in 1994. This 2019 pressing.