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R.E.M. vs. U2 with Surely You Can't Be Serious: Part 1 - R.E.M. Out of Time

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Pop Culture Yearbook
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Jul 13, 2026
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Summary

In Part 1 of this special two-part collaboration with the Surely You Can't Be Serious Podcast, we revisit one of the defining albums of 1991: Out of Time by R.E.M..Together, we go track by track through the album that launched R.E.M. from alternative rock favorites to worldwide stars. From the massive success of "Losing My Religion" to all the standout tracks on side B, we break down what made this album such a defining release of the early ’90s. We also have our usual draft. This time it's the best albums of 1991—a year packed with legendary releases across rock, alternative, grunge, and pop. And this is only Part 1! Next week, we’ll compare Out of Time head-to-head with Achtung Baby by U2 in a battle between two landmark albums that helped shape the sound of the decade. Check out the Surely You Can't Be Serious podacst here ! Support our show and join our Patreon ! If you enjoy the show, please rate and review us on the iTunes/Apple Podcasts app or wherever you listen. Or better yet, tell a friend to listen! Follow us on your preferred social media: Twitter Facebook Instagram