Michael Stipe

In the five years since the breakup of R.E.M., lead singer Michael Stipe has only made a couple of appearances. Instead, he has spent time working on his art, including brass and bronze sculptures.

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‘What The Fuck Is Wrong With You’ Moby Asks America

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

A number of artists reacted negatively to Donald Trump’s Tuesday night upset to become President of the United States, but none quite as vehemently as Moby.

Tagged as: 'What The Fuck Is Wrong With You' Moby Asks America, 90s, Michael Stipe, Moby, USA. electronica

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Michael Stipe and Patti Smith Play San Francisco

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

Michael Stipe has definitely been laying low in the last couple of years since the breakup of R.E.M. He made a quick appearance with Chris Martin at the Concert For Sandy Relief in 2012 and just four other short sets, rarely longer than five or six songs, since that time.

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Michael Stipe Plays Surprise Solo Show For Patti Smith

by Roger Wink, VVN Music

Michael Stipe of R.E.M. was the surprise opening act for Patti Smith in New York on Monday night.

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U2 Recording With RedOne

by Music-News.com

U2 have recorded some ‘amazing’ tracks with RedOne.

Tagged as: 80s, Ireland, Michael Stipe, RedOne, REM, rock, U2, UK

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After R.E.M. Michael Stipe Won’t Go Solo

by Paul Cashmere

It is unlikely Michael Stipe will ever start a solo career despite the recent break-up of R.E.M..

Tagged as: 80s, alt-rock, classic rock, Michael Stipe, Mike Mills, Pete Buck, R.E.M., REM, rock, USA

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REM Farewell Fans With Final Compilation

by Paul Cashmere

REM fans are yet to hear three new tracks that will surface of their most comprehensive compilation ever, the 2CD ‘Part Lies, Part Heart, Part Truth, Part Garbage, 1982-2011’ due next month.

Tagged as: Michael Stipe, Mike Mills, Peter Buck, R.E.M., REM

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REM Announce Breakup

by Paul Cashmere

After 30 years, REM have decided to call it quits.

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Mark Hoppus of Blink-182 photo by Ros O'Gorman

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Britney Spears Turns 40

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Crowded House To Tour For Live Nation, A Day On The Green and Bluesfest

Crowded House will perform their first Australian tour in 12 years in April 2021 with arena shows for Live Nation, a winery event for A Day On The Green and a slot at Bluesfest.

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