Accelerate

R.E.M.'s Accelerate, released on 1 January 2008 via Concord Records, is a succinct yet potent collection of 11 tracks, clocking in at just 34 minutes. This concise album is a masterclass in focused songwriting, with the band delivering a concentrated dose of their signature jangle pop and alternative rock sound. From the opening notes of 'Living Well Is The Best Revenge' to the closing beats of 'I'm Gonna DJ', R.E.M. take listeners on a sonic journey that is both energetic and introspective. With tracks like 'Supernatural Superserious' and 'Hollow Man', the band showcases their ability to craft infectious, guitar-driven melodies, while songs like 'Houston' and 'Until The Day Is Done' demonstrate their capacity for emotional depth and lyrical complexity. Throughout Accelerate, R.E.M.'s distinctive sound is on full display, making for an exhilarating listen that will leave fans of rock music eager to return to this captivating album time and again.