Quote by Rob Sheffield

It was R.E.M. who showed other Eighties bands how to get away with ignoring the rules - they lived in some weird town nobody never heard of, they didn't play power chords, they probably couldn't even spell 'spandex.' All they had was songs.

It was R.E.M. who showed other Eighties bands how to get awa

Summary

This quote highlights the unique approach and success of R.E.M. in the 1980s. The band stood out by disregarding conventional norms followed by other bands during that era. Despite not adhering to trends like power chords or flamboyant fashion choices, R.E.M. relied solely on the strength of their songs. This demonstrates how the band's authenticity, originality, and focus on creating meaningful music allowed them to pave their own path to success, setting an example for others in the industry.

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