Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy are on their third R.E.M. tribute tour, which this time out celebrates the 40th anniversary of Lifes Rich Pageant., first reported by Brooklyn Vegan.
Consequence added that the former R.E.M. frontman sang “These Days” and “The Great Beyond” for the first time in nearly two decades. Michael Stipe Performs Old R.E.M.
Singer joins tribute band to perform “These Days” and “The Great Beyond” for first time since 2008. (Rolling Stone)
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While Michael Stipe himself wasn’t on this particular tour stop, his influence has long resonated with the indie and alternative scenes that thrive from the Valley to the coast. R.E.M.’s anthems have soundtracked countless beach bonfires and Silver Lake coffee shop afternoons, making any nod to their catalog a welcome one for those who grew up with that distinctive Athens, Georgia sound filtering through the California sun.
Last updated March 09, 2026.