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Classic alternative music released in 1987

Publicity photo for R.E.M. in support of their 1987 album, "Document." Pictured, left to right: Mike Mills, Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Michael Stipe.
Publicity photo for R.E.M. in support of their 1987 album, "Document." Pictured, left to right: Mike Mills, Bill Berry, Peter Buck, Michael Stipe. Sandra-Lee Phipps
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by Jake Rudh

December 08, 2023

This week on the program we look into the year 1987, considered by many as one of the greatest for classic alternative releases: the Cure, Depeche Mode, The Smiths, R.E.M., U2, INXS, and the Replacements all put out staple albums in '87, helping to prove that exact point.

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