R.E.M.'s 'Document' Lives Again: Michael Shannon Tours

Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy are embarking on a 2027 tour to celebrate the 40th anniversary of R.E.M.'s pivotal fifth album, 'Document.' This tour will feature the complete performance of the album, which includes breakthrough hits like "The One I Love" and "It's the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)."

The tour is scheduled to run from February 3rd to May 15th, 2027, encompassing 27 performances across 23 cities. This follows previous tours where Shannon and Narducy honored other R.E.M. albums, including Murmurs and Lifes Rich Pageant.

'Document' marked R.E.M.'s first album to reach the Top 10 and achieve platinum certification. Alongside its well-known singles, the album features fan favorites such as "Finest Worksong" and "Exhuming McCarthy." Shannon expressed his personal connection to the album, noting its profound impact on him as a child.

Shannon, an Oscar-nominated actor, is known for his ability to embody R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe's distinctive vocal style and stage presence. He will be joined by a band including Jon Wurster on drums, John Stirratt on bass, Dag Juhlin on guitar, and Vijay Tellis-Nayak on keyboards.