R.E.M. "Monster" drinkware Reportedly created during a time

Reportedly created during a time of great psychological upheaval for group leader Robert Smith

originally release by Caroline Records in 1989

and a printed 12"x12" insert

Sega Bodega

R.E.M. "Monster" drinkware Reportedly created during a timeR. E. M.s ninth album, Monster, was released at a time when the band were coming off the peak of their mainstream success, following Out of Time (1991) and Automatic For The People (1992). Coming from a long break in touring (the band famously didnt tour with the two previous records), Monster represented an intentional shift in R. E. M.s sound, a return to rock with guitar laden, simple arrangements. It was released to strong reviews and significant