R.E.M. discography

American alternative rock band R.E.M. has released fifteen studio albums, five live albums, fourteen compilation albums, one remix album, one soundtrack album, twelve video albums, seven extended plays, sixty-three singles, and seventy-seven music videos. Formed in 1980 by singer Michael Stipe, guitarist Peter Buck, bassist Mike Mills, and drummer Bill Berry, the band was pivotal in the development of the alternative rock genre. Their musical style inspired many other alternative rock bands and musicians, and the band became one of the first alternative rock acts to experience breakthrough commercial success. R.E.M. have sold more than ninetymillion albums worldwide, making them one of the best-selling music artists of all time.

Fan club-exclusive holiday singles
From 1988 through 2011, R.E.M. rewarded members of their official fan club with special, exclusive Christmas singles. These singles featured exclusive content, such as recordings of Christmas songs, cover songs, original material and live content.

On September 21, 2011, R.E.M. announced on their official website that their fan club would no longer accept new members or renewals following their disbandment. Consequently, Christmas singles ceased continuation that year, with an overall total of 24 singles.