REM - Do You Remember Dead Giveaway Office

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Review by Kevin Jones

Do You Remember Dead Giveaway Office? A Wild Ride Through R.E.M.’s 1985 Oddball Release Alright, let’s talk about Do You Remember Dead Giveaway Office, one of those albums that feels like it was beamed in from another dimension. Released in 1985 by R.E.M., this thing is a weird little gem—unofficial, raw, and totally unpolished. It's not your typical studio album; instead, it's more like a collection of covers, experiments, and just straight-up goofing around. If you’re into alternative rock with a scrappy edge, this might just be your jam. First off, the tracklist reads like someone raided a jukebox from every decade ever. There are some real curveballs here: Sonny & Cher’s “I Got You Babe”? Check. The theme song to some random TV show? Yup. Even Moon River makes an appearance (yes, THAT "Moon River"). But two tracks really stuck with me because they’re so wildly different yet equally awesome. Let’s start with “Pale Blue Eyes.” Oh man, this Velvet Underground cover hits hard. Michael Stipe sounds like he’s whispering secrets directly into your ear, all fragile and haunting. The whole vibe is stripped-down and intimate, like you stumbled into a smoky basement bar where no one noticed you walked in. I mean, how do you even follow something this beautiful? It’s the kind of song that stays with you long after the record stops spinning. Then there’s “So You Want To Be A Rock And Roll Star,” their take on The Byrds’ classic. This one flips the script completely—it’s got swagger, attitude, and enough energy to power a small city. Where “Pale Blue Eyes” pulls you close, this track pushes you right back out onto the dance floor. It’s messy, loud, and absolutely perfect for screaming along when nobody’s listening. You can practically hear the band cracking up as they rip through it. What makes this album special isn’t just the music itself—it’s the sense of fun and freedom behind it. These aren’t polished studio versions meant to climb charts. Nope, these are rough sketches, quick jams, and maybe even inside jokes between bandmates. And honestly? That’s what makes it feel alive. Sure, it’s uneven at times, but that’s part of its charm. Looking back, Do You Remember Dead Giveaway Office feels less like a proper album and more like a time capsule of R.E.M. doing whatever the heck they wanted before fame fully swallowed them whole. It’s proof that sometimes the best art comes from letting loose and not overthinking things. So yeah, while most people probably remember R.E.M. for their big hits, this quirky relic reminds us that greatness often hides in the cracks. Oh, and here’s the kicker—I bet half the songs on this album were recorded live in someone’s living room. Maybe even yours. Stranger things have happened, right?

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Artist: REM
Album: Do You Remember Dead Giveaway Office

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
D.O.A.
Pills
20th Century Boy
Omaha
Moon River
Secret Agent Man
So You Want To Be A Rock And Roll Star
I Got You Babe
Pale Blue Eyes
TV Theme
I Can't Control Myself
Hootenanny
Crazy
Welcome To The Starlight
Rave On
Femme Fatale

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Catalog Numbers

CZY-70054

Labels

Not On Label (R.E.M.)

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Compilation
  • Unofficial Release

Notes

  • Songs are listed on sleeve in alphabetical order
  • A4: AKA 'Barney Miller Theme'
  • Do We Do Soundchecks?

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Side One Run Out - Etched): CZY-70054-A
  • Matrix / Runout (Side Two Run Out - Etched): CZY-70054-B

About REM

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R.E.M. was an American rock band from Athens, Georgia, formed in 1980 by singer Michael Stipe, guitarist Peter Buck, bassist Mike Mills, and drummer Bill Berry. One of the first popular alternative rock bands, R.E.M. gained early attention due to Buck's ringing, arpeggiated guitar style and Stipe's unclear vocals. R.E.M. released its first single, "Radio Free Europe

Real Name

    • Michael Stipe
    • Mike Mills
    • Peter Buck
    • Bill Berry (Retired
    • 1997)

Name Vars

  • Hornets Attack Victor Mature
  • R E M
  • R. E. M.
  • R.E.M
  • R.E;M
  • REM
  • Rapid Eye Movements
  • Rem
  • Ар И Ем
  • Р.Е.М.

Aliases

  • Bingo Hand Job

Members

  • Michael Stipe
  • Mike Mills
  • Peter Buck
  • Bill Berry
  • Bertis Downs IV
  • Jefferson Holt

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: In 1985, R.E.M. released a quirky rock album called *Do You Remember Dead Giveaway Office*. It’s not your typical album—it’s a collection of covers and playful tracks, featuring songs like *"Pale Blue Eyes"* and *"I Got You Babe."* The band put their own alternative rock spin on these tunes, making it a fun mix of styles. What’s wild is that it was released under their own label, Not On Label (R.E.M.), giving them total creative freedom. It’s like they were saying, “Hey, let’s just have some fun with music!”