R.E.M.: Live
Synopsis
R.E.M. Live is a live album from R.E.M., recorded at the Point Theatre, Dublin, on February 26 and 27, 2005, the closing nights of the winter European leg of the Around the World Tour in support of their thirteenth studio album Around the Sun released in late 2004. It was released in the United Kingdom on October 15, 2007 and in the United States a day later as a two-Compact Disc audio set and a DVD, then released in February 2008 as a triple vinyl set. The performance was filmed by Blue Leach the same director of Depeche Mode DVD "Touring the Angel: Live in Milan". R.E.M. Live features rare performances of "I Took Your Name" from 1994's Monster and "Ascent of Man" from Around The Sun as well as the previously unreleased "I'm Gonna DJ." A studio version of that song would later appear on the band's 2008 effort, Accelerate. On September 26, 2007, the band launched R.E.M. Live Zine to solicit reviews from fans and promote the album.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
R.E.M. Live Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2007-08-22
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 16, 2007
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Blue Leach
- Original Title
- R.E.M.: Live
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Warner Brothers Music
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Blue Leach
Department Leadership Roster
Blue Leach
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for R.E.M.: Live.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring R.E.M.: Live.
Concerts Needed
More Like R.E.M.: Live
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About R.E.M.: Live
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is R.E.M.: Live about?
R.E.M. Live is a live album from R.E.M., recorded at the Point Theatre, Dublin, on February 26 and 27, 2005, the closing nights of the winter European leg of the Around the World Tour in support of their thirteenth studio album Around the Sun released in late 2004. It was released in the United Kingdom on October 15, 2007 and in the United States a day later as a two-Compact Disc audio set and a DVD, then released in February 2008 as a triple vinyl set. The performance was filmed by Blue Leach the same director of Depeche Mode DVD "Touring the Angel: Live in Milan". R.E.M. Live features rare performances of "I Took Your Name" from 1994's Monster and "Ascent of Man" from Around The Sun as well as the previously unreleased "I'm Gonna DJ." A studio version of that song would later appear on the band's 2008 effort, Accelerate. On September 26, 2007, the band launched R.E.M. Live Zine to solicit reviews from fans and promote the album.
Who directed R.E.M.: Live?
R.E.M.: Live was directed by Blue Leach.
Who stars in R.E.M.: Live?
The principal cast of R.E.M.: Live includes Michael Stipe, Peter Buck, Mike Mills, Scott McCaughey, Ken Stringfellow.
When was R.E.M.: Live released and how long is it?
R.E.M.: Live was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.