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R.E.M. - Reckoning

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R.E.M.'s second studio album, *Reckoning*, was released in 1984 on I.R.S. Records. Produced by Mitch Easter and Don Dixon, the record builds upon the jangly alternative rock and folk-influenced sound established on the band's debut, *Murmur*. Featuring tracks such as "So.

Central Rain (I'm Sorry)" and "Pretty Persuasion," it appealed primarily to college rock audiences. The album peaked at number 27 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States.

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

R.E.M. released "Reckoning," their second studio album, in 1984 through the IRS Records label. The album was recorded at Reflection Sound Studio in Charlotte, North Carolina, following the unexpected critical success of their debut, "Murmur."

Who produced R.E.M.'s Reckoning album?

The album was produced by Mitch Easter and Don Dixon, who had previously worked with the band on their debut LP. The duo helped craft the jangly, folk-tinged alternative rock sound that became R.E.M.'s signature throughout the 1980s.

What are the most popular songs on R.E.M.'s Reckoning?

The album features classic college rock tracks like "So. Central Rain (I'm Sorry)" and "Pretty Persuasion," which were heavily rotated on early alternative radio. "So. Central Rain" became one of the band's defining early songs and remains a staple in their discography.

Did R.E.M.'s Reckoning chart higher than their debut album Murmur?

Yes, "Reckoning" peaked at number 27 on the US Billboard 200 chart, outperforming "Murmur," which reached number 36. It also showed significant growth in the band's popularity, establishing them as a formidable force in the rising American indie rock scene.

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