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R.E.M.
Document (1987)
Intense 156 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range8/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Pounding drums and stinging, metallic guitars create a visceral, factory-like industrial sound with explosive choruses that build tension and release. Urgent rhythms and cavernous percussion deliver a muscular, arena-ready energy that feels ominous and propulsive.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

R.E.M.'s opener from Document features riffy, U2-esque guitars, thundering drums, and Michael Stipe's assertive vocals in a populist anthem blending political themes with improvised, radio-ready rock.

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Moods: energetic, intense, rebellious

Traditions: alternative rock

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