This dvd reminded me why i was an rem fan in the first place. recorded in germany in 2003, the concert features plenty of hits (man on the moon, one i love), some obscurities (begin the begin, maps & legends) and some recent songs i hadn't paid enough attention to (electrolite and imitation of life, which sounds like a lost classic)
all three band members look like they're enjoying themselves, but the real focus is of course michael stipe. stipe's in good spirits , interacting warmly with the crowd, and making you wonder why you stopped listening to this band. rem is a band that has been nothing but themselves for over 20 years, and this dvd shows they're still capable of rocking hard and making great new music. the disc also includes a charming documentary about rem's concerts at stirling castle in scotland in 1999. recommended.
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