Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy’s R.E.M. covers show returned to New York City’s Brooklyn Steel tonight and Michael Stipe joined them on two songs he hadn’t performed in 18 years: “These Days” (from 1986’s Lifes Rich Pageant) and “The Great Beyond” (from 1999’s Man On The Moon soundtrack)., first reported by Stereogum.
NME added that shannon and Narducy are currently on tour playing R.E.M.
Local Watch
While Michael Stipe’s R.E.M. has a storied history with the Los Angeles music scene, his surprise appearance with Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy in Brooklyn adds a fresh chapter for fans who recall the band’s iconic performances at venues like the Hollywood Bowl. This rare collaboration offers a nostalgic nod to the enduring impact of R.E.M.’s introspective rock anthems on the California landscape.
Last updated March 08, 2026.