R.E.M. : The I.R.S. Records years (1983-1987) -The singles 

R.E.M.: The I.R.S. Records Years (1983-1987) captures the seminal period in the band's early career, marking their rise from college radio darlings to influential pioneers of alternative rock. During this era, R.E.M. released a string of critically acclaimed albums, including "Murmur," "Reckoning," "Fables of the Reconstruction," "Lifes Rich Pageant," and "Document." Known for Michael Stipe's enigmatic vocals, Peter Buck's jangly guitar riffs, Mike Mills' melodic basslines, and Bill Berry's dynamic drumming, their music fused lyrical complexity with infectious melodies. This period established R.E.M. as a force in the music industry and laid the groundwork for their future success.