On R.E.M.'s latest two-disc live effort, R.E.M. Live at the Olympia, Stipe and Co. give a serious nod to their days as the kings of college rock with 39 tracks that missed the mainstream. (Click here to stream all 39 tracks!)

It wasn't exactly R.E.M., but it was close. Drummer Bill Berry, retired since 1997, performed with R.E.M.

Ever get annoyed when your favorite band refuses to play their old hits? Well, Bruce Springsteen's fans in Chicago won't be facing that problem. The Boss and his E. Street Band will be playing their 1975 classic Born To Run in its entirety on September 20 at the Windy City's Union Center!

We've already revealed our most important albums, songs, and videos of 2008, but what music garnered your interest this year?

The 20th anniversary edition of the annual Rock for Kids Rock & Roll Charity Auction (set to take place December 5 at Chicago's Park West) has amassed an unbelievable list of participants who have pledged to donate goods to raise funds for the city's homeless and underprivileged youth.

As you've probably read on our site over the last week, human rights organization Amnesty International has gathered together a slew of excellent bands -- such as R.E.M., the National, Cat Power, and Justice -- for the Small Places Tour, which marks the 60th anniversary of the Univers