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R.E.M. - Monster

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Monster is the ninth studio album by the American alternative rock band R.E.M., released in 1994. The album marks a deliberate stylistic departure from the acoustic-leaning arrangements of their previous records, adopting a heavily distorted electric guitar sound influenced by 1970s glam rock. It features prominent single releases such as What's the Frequency, Kenneth? and Bang and Blame.

The record was produced by the band alongside Scott Litt and achieved significant commercial success worldwide.

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When was R.E.M.'s Monster album released?

Monster was released in 1994 as R.E.M.'s ninth studio album. It marked a deliberate stylistic departure from the acoustic-leaning arrangements of their previous records Out of Time (1991) and Automatic for the People (1992).

What are the hit singles from R.E.M.'s Monster?

Monster produced several hit singles including "What's the Frequency, Kenneth?," "Crush with Eyeliner," and "Bang and Blame." "What's the Frequency, Kenneth?" was the album's lead single and became one of R.E.M.'s most recognizable songs.

Why does R.E.M.'s Monster sound so different from Out of Time and Automatic for the People?

Monster features heavily distorted electric guitars and a glam rock-influenced sound, a deliberate shift from the acoustic, string-arranged approach of Out of Time and Automatic for the People. The band cited 1970s glam and punk rock as major influences on the album's aggressive sonic direction.

Who produced R.E.M.'s Monster?

Monster was produced by Scott Litt, who had worked with R.E.M. on several previous albums including Document, Green, Out of Time, and Automatic for the People. Litt's production helped capture the album's raw, guitar-driven sound.

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