Fans of legendary rock band R.E.M. have been buzzing with excitement following reports that the group might be reuniting for a new album in 2025. The speculation comes after all four original members—Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, and Bill Berry—performed together for the first time in over 15 years at the Songwriters Hall of Fame induction ceremony in June 2024. Their surprise performance of Losing My Religion has fueled hopes that a full-fledged reunion could be on the horizon.
Adding to the speculation, a report from The Arts Desk claims that R.E.M. is set to release a new album titled Charged on April 6, 2025. If true, this would mark their first studio album since Collapse Into Now in 2011. While the band has not officially confirmed the release, industry insiders suggest that R.E.M. has been quietly working on new material and could announce a tour to accompany the album.
For years, the band members have been adamant that they would never reunite. Peter Buck previously stated that a reunion was unlikely, saying, “It’d never be as good.” However, their recent live performance suggests a shift in perspective, especially as the band members have expressed a renewed appreciation for their time together.
If R.E.M. does indeed release a new album in 2025, it will be one of the most highly anticipated rock comebacks in recent history. Fans will be eagerly awaiting official confirmation and more details about what could be a groundbreaking return for one of alternative rock’s most influential
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