Veteran indie rock troupe R.E.M. have announced that they’re to split. In a brief statement the band, who formed in Athens, Georgia in 1980 gave no reason for their demise, but thanks their fans. The message runs thus: "To our Fans and Friends: As R.E.M., and as lifelong friends and co-conspirators, we have decided to call it a day as a band. We walk away with a great sense of gratitude, of finality, and of astonishment at all we have accomplished. To anyone who ever felt touched by our music, our deepest thanks for listening." R.E.M.
R.E.M. Split
Stipe & co no more
