That’s exactly what happened this week when R.E.M., the iconic rock band that practically invented the indie anthem, stepped back into the spotlight with a modern remix of their legendary debut, “Radio Free Europe.”

But this isn’t just about music.

It’s about freedom.

To celebrate the 75th anniversary of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty—an organization that delivers uncensored news across 23 countries—R.E.M. is releasing a limited-edition vinyl, with proceeds going directly to support independent journalism where it’s needed most.

Think about that: a rock band using their platform to stand up for the truth in an age of rising censorship. 🎸📰

As Michael Stipe puts it, “Music and a free press have something powerful in common—they both help us understand the world, and they both deserve protection.”

This is your feel-good moment of the week. It’s nostalgia. It’s activism. It’s a big warm reminder that voices—yours, ours, everyone’s—still matter.

Read the full story here!

Cam, Democratically

Democracy, Upgraded.

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