'7 Chinese Bros' by REM

This one is off of Reckoning and is a gem and is quintessential REM.

'Little America' by REM

I've always been a big fan of this under played and enigmatic tune. It's actually the last track off Reckoning. Let's party.

'Talk About the Passion' by REM

Album: Murmur

Released: 1983
Theme: quintessential 80's

Murmur is REM's debut album and this tune is one of my favorites.

Like most songs, I don't really focus on the lyrics but more on how the melody makes me feel. This one moves me in a romantic way, the video doesn't depict it though.

Oh and the guitarist, Peter Buck, went to my high school.

'Life and How to Live It' by REM

Album: Fables of the Reconstruction
Released: 1985
Theme: alternative rock

This is a gem on Fables. Reminds me of a show at the Fox with my high school girlfriend - legendary evening. As info, you can stop the Peachtree Plaza glass elevator between floors.