The Athens%2C Georgia band REM was a popular radio song group in the 1980s and 1990s. Formed in 1980 by Michael Stipe%2C Peter Buck%2C Mike Mills%2C and Bill Berry%2C the band was known for their alternative rock style and lyrics that were often introspective and poetic. Their hits included songs like 'Losing My Religion' and 'Everybody Hurts' which were regularly played on the radio and became anthems for the generation.