There is a new in-depth book out about R.E.M. called Hello that offers an intimate and revealling look at what life is like for the band and what it is like on tour and at concerts. Here's a description of the book:
R.E.M. has risen from cult college radio status to sell more than 100 million records worldwide and be inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Released in July to coincide with their world tour and new album, the photo book captures the band both on- and offstage with rare and intimate access for the first time. David Belisle has photographed and traveled with R.E.M. for the past seven years; his dynamic images and insider's perspective capture the band's performances, recording and video sessions, but also reveal its members in personal spaces that only the band and their closest friends inhabit. Handwritten captions by the band and an introduction by Michael Stipe add context and insight to a must-have document for fans.
The AP video below shows Michael Stipe and photographer David Belisle signing copies of their new book, Hello, at a London bookstore. The book contains photographs and interviews of R.E.M on tour and in concert.
There is a new in-depth book out about R.E.M. called 