What famous rock band was Michael Stipe the lead singer of?
Pixies
Nirvana
R.E.M.
U2
Answer
R.E.M., an American rock band formed in 1980 in Athens, Georgia, had Michael Stipe as its lead singer. Known for their distinct sound that blended elements of post-punk, alternative rock, and jangle pop, R.E.M. gained widespread popularity in the 1980s and 1990s with hits like "Losing My Religion" and "Everybody Hurts."
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