Are the members of REM friends?

R.E.M. split up in 2011 “As lifelong friends and co-conspirators, we have decided to call it a day as a band,” read an announcement on the group’s website (via Rolling Stone). “We walk away with a great sense of gratitude, of finality, and of astonishment at all we have accomplished.” But why?

What bands still have original members?

The oldest bands still touring today

• The Rolling Stones – established 1962.
• The Who – established 1964.
• Aerosmith – established 1970.
• U2 – established 1978.
• The Beach Boys – established 1961.
• KISS – established 1973.
• Iron Maiden – established 1975.
• The Cure – established 1978.

Who is the best group band?

The 10 best rock bands ever

1. The Beatles. The Beatles are unquestionably the best and most important band in rock history, as well as the most compelling story.
2. The Rolling Stones.
3. U2.
4. The Grateful Dead.
5. Velvet Underground.
6. Led Zeppelin.
7. Ramones.
8. Pink Floyd.

Are Michael Stipe and Peter Buck friends?

Stipe, Buck and Mills haven’t regretted the decision, and Stipe suggests it salvaged their friendship. Buck and Mills both remain active musically as Stipe, until recently, stuck to visual art. The business of R.E.M. forges on as the band has methodically marked key points in their career with new projects.

Is Peter Buck married?

Chloe Johnsonm. 2013
Stephanie Dorganm. 1995–2007Barrie Greenem. 1987–1994
Peter Buck/Spouse

In fact, Buck — who lives in Portland, Oregon, with his wife Chloe Johnson and has two daughters by a previous marriage — was in seclusion, in Todos Santos, when R.E.M. issued that announcement.

Who replaced Freddie Mercury in the band?

The new front-man for Queen, Adam Lambert, says he can never replace Freddie Mercury. The former American Idol runner-up was hand picked to tour with the band this summer after performing together on the show in 2009.

What band has 11 members?

The Boyz – 11 members.

What are the 4 band families?

You now know that the four families of the orchestra are the string, woodwind, brass and percussion families.