Stipe are recognised as the definitive tribute to R.E.M., the band from Athens, Georgia who are widely credited as pioneers of alternative rock, influencing countless bands who would follow ...

As lead singer Michael Stipe reveals ... The song pays tribute to the singular talent of comedian and actor Andy Kaufman. Tragically short-lived, Kaufman had much in common with REM. Like the band, he ...

The UK’s R.E.M. By Stipe is the definitive R.E.M. tribute band to the point Michael Stipe is even a fan, will perform for the first time in Australia in 2025.

Speaking of retirements, UFC heavyweight legend Stipe Miocic called it quits last week. But now, with the UFC taking a full week to pay tribute, the MMA Guru didn’t hold back, slamming them for ...

Patti Smith is a great artist with no shortage of admirers, and many of those admirers will gather at New York’s Carnegie Hall for an all-star tribute ... friend Michael Stipe, as well as ...

For rock fans of a certain age this may be hard to believe, but it’s been more than 40 years since R.E.M. scored their first Billboard Hot 100 hit with “Radio Free Europe.” The scrappy band from ...

The shows, which usually are held at Carnegie Hall, feature a lineup of various musicians and singers celebrating the songs of a specific well-known artist or band. The subjects of the tribute ...

Dorf says Smith was “more active than some others” in the planning of her tribute. She suggested playing most of Horses, recommended Shanahan (her musical director) to lead the band ...

A concert show honouring Patti Smith has been announced, with a line-up of performers that include Karen O, Michael Stipe, Kim Gordon ... will be backed by a house band led by Tony Shanahan ...

However, I have co-written songs with some people on this album. [REM’s Michael] Stipe mentioned our collaboration to The New York Times, so I can say it’s gorgeous. I fell down weeping hearin ...