Watch Michael Stipe join Michael Shannon & Jason Narducy on R.E.M.’s “These Days” & “The Great Beyond” (pics, setlist)

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., according to Brooklyn Vegan.

Consequence also noted 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)

The SoCal Angle

While R.E.M. hasn’t announced any upcoming dates, their enduring influence on the West Coast indie scene is undeniable. Michael Stipe’s recent performance with Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy, celebrating *Lifes Rich Pageant*, echoes the band’s storied history of captivating audiences from the Sunset Strip to the legendary Fillmore.

Last updated March 09, 2026.