So much younger then

With the new R.E.M. disc "Accelerate" getting praised and panned, perhaps it's best to move ahead cautiously on the band's future.

To see whether you like the stripped-down sound, take a listen to the band's recent show from SXSW. Read this article to see whether Stipe, Mills and Buck are really at peace with the retirement of drummer Bill Berry.

Alternatively, just relive the old days by watching the video above.