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Live At The Olympia - R.E.M.
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74 out of 100

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9.1 out of 10

Universal acclaim- based on 16 Ratings

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  • Summary: The second live recording for the band features songs from its five-night residency at Dublin, Ireland's Olympia Theatre in 2007.

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 11
  3. Negative: 0 out of 11
  1. The A.V. Club
    91
    Though it isn't a concept album, Live At The Olympia does tell a story about the remarkable staying power of one of the best rock bands of the past 30 years.
  2. No Ripcord
    80
    It's a bold, enchanting and captivating record that is of genuine interest to hear, as opposed to a long drawn out chore, which an album like this it could have so easily been.
  3. Rolling Stone
    60
    The stitching is tighter now, and drummer Bill Rieflin often holds things together too neatly. But when songs fray--see 'Harborcoat'-- it's the sound of imperfection perfected.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 2
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 2
  3. Negative: 0 out of 2
  1. JimmyR.
    10
    A real treat for fans, and a great intro to the band for new fans.
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  2. MiguelA.
    10
    Amazing live album, great set list, good sound and top performance.
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