Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond Michael Stipe
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Apr 26, 2022 AI Snips
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Athens Punk Scene
- Michael Stipe, initially a punk rocker, moved to Athens, Georgia, expecting a hippy cowtown.
- He discovered a thriving punk rock scene, including bands like the B-52s and Pylon, and joined it.
Early Influences
- Stipe's early musical influences included pop radio and artists like Tammy Wynette and The Archies.
- He cites David Essex's "Rock On" and Elton John's "Bennie and the Jets" as particularly impactful.
Intention of Fame
- Stipe always aimed for large-scale fame, not "by any means necessary," but through genuine artistic contribution.
- He found his unique voice and enjoyed the collaborative journey with R.E.M.