Between 1981 and 2011, American rock band R.E.M. released 15 studio albums, four live albums, 14 compilation albums, one remix album, one soundtrack album, 12 video albums, seven extended plays, 63 singles, and 77 music videos. Formed in 1980 by singer Michael Stipe, guitarist Peter Buck, bassist Mike Mills, and drummer Bill Berry, the band was pivotal in the development of the alternative rock genre. Their musical style inspired many other alternative rock bands and musicians, and the band became one of the first alternative rock acts to experience breakthrough commercial success. R.E.M. have sold more than 90million albums worldwide, making them one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Albums Studio albums Live albums Compilation albums Remix albums Soundtrack albums Video albums Extended plays Singles 1980s 1990s 2000s 2010s Fan club-exclusive holiday singles From 1988 through 2011, R.E.M. rewarded members of their official fan club with special, exclusive Christmas singles. These singles featured exclusive content, such as recordings of Christmas songs, cover songs, original material and live content. On September 21, 2011, R.E.M. announced on their official website that their fan club would no longer accept new members or renewals following their disbandment. Consequently, Christmas singles ceased continuation that year, with an overall total of 24 singles. Other charted songs / promo singles Other appearances Studio Live and alternate Music videos Notes References External links Official website R.E.M. at AllMusic Discography Discographies of American artists Rock music group discographies Alternative rock discographies