The second album from R.E.M., *Reckoning* solidified their status as indie-rock titans, featuring a more direct and energetic sound than their debut.
- The album was recorded atuldades Studios in Athens, Georgia, with producer Mitch Easter.
- It reached number 27 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and number 63 on the overall Billboard 200.
- The album's lead single, "So. Central Rain (I'm Sorry)," became a college radio hit.
R.E.M. is an American rock band from Athens, Georgia, formed in 1980. They are known for their distinctive blend of jangling guitars, mumbled vocals, and enigmatic lyrics, becoming pioneers of alternative rock. In 1984, R.E.M. was a rapidly ascending force in the independent music scene, following up their acclaimed debut *Murmur* with a new album.
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