Chronic Town

R.E.M. - Chronic Town
Critic Score
Based on 2 reviews
User Score
Based on 150 ratings
1982 Rank: #59
Liked by 31 people
August 24, 1982 / Release Date
EP / Format
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OldTask
50

It exists I guess.

Melancoholic
55

Listenable.

ElectricMess
90

imagine your first official release kicking off with Wolves, Lower. i love this fucking band.

agapanthus
90

R.E.M.'s debut EP, is pretty simple and straightforward, but has a sound that's distinctively theirs. It's a sign of great things to come. I love the sound, it's so comforting.

QuillManGallery
90

Okay, it’s finally time I talk about in length one of my top 5 favorite bands. I’m most likely doing a full listen through of their entire catalog again to give my thoughts, and god, what an EP to open with. “Wolves, Lower” already shows off the band’s knack for sticky melodies, Peter Buck’s jangly guitars, Bill Berry’s powerhouse drumming, Michael Stipe’s cryptic lyrics and unique voice, and Mike Mill’s command and style as a bassist. That ... read more

OldTask
50

It exists I guess.

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Added on: June 27, 2015