R.E.M., new Studio Album and Comeback Tour in 2026?

By Susan Garner
Washington
Last updated on May 2, 2025

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Have R.E.M. been working on a new album? While representatives are keeping tight-lipped, reports have been circulating on the Internet. There have been strong rumors that the rock band is finally returning to the recording studio working on a what might be a back-to-roots album.

UPDATE 02/05/2025 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

According to a source, rumors of R.E.M. (Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Mike Mills and Michael Stipe, ed) working in recording studio are true, with as many as eight songs having been put to tape. “It’s still in the early stages,” “They got security on the doors to ensure no-one hears a whisper,” a source said.

World Tour To Follow New Album?

R.E.M. are rumoured to be planning a worldwide tour at the end of 2026. When contacted, a representative had no information on a new album, or any of the rock band’s future plans. This isn’t the first time in recent memory reports have surfaced about R.E.M. recording sessions. Fans will be anxiously awaiting...

Do you think R.E.M. will pick up right where he left off and deliver another excellent album? Have you heard any rumors about the new album? Let us know!!