Steve Miller, donewaiting.com’s columnist overseas, checks in with one of the best things written on the site so far. It’s a review of two REM concerts at Brixton Academy in England. The venue only holds about 4,000 people, so seeing the band in such a small venue is a special occasion, indeed:
As I said before, my relationship with REM has had its ups and downs, but every time I see them, I?m, reminded of all the reasons I fell for them in the first place. Stipe?s extraordinary voice, vulnerable and powerful in the same breath, Buck?s wonderful guitar moves, Mills? bass and vitally important counterpoint vocals. And the songs. Never forget the songs. And the humour. And the fans. And the songs. Never forget the songs. (full review)
I’ve seen REM several times before, and I have to agree with Steve. They’re a really special band, and seeing them live is a testament to that fact.