R.E.M.'s fourth album, this one is suited for almost any situation. All of the band's albums are great in their own respects, but this one has more variety than most of the other albums. Swan Hummingbird is remarkable, and the rest of the songs aren't far behind. Republicans, especially those who strongly supported Reagan's policies in the eighties, should not pay attention to the lyrics. A very memorable album, with the band's first real hit songs.
Some bands have amazing B-sides.
Most of the B-sides on this album suck. Chronic Town is included on the CD version, though. A collection of awe-inspiring mandolin and acoustic songs matched with some average other stuff. This is, without a doubt, one of the most beloved albums ever released by any band. There's a good reason for that.