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April 12, 2025

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'Murmur' is the debut studio album by American alternative rock band R.E.M., released on April 12, 1983. It was produced by Mitch Easter, .I.R.S. Records

Spring has sprung, and since this Saturday is the 41st anniversary of R.E.M.'s debut full length Murmur, on Teenage Kicks it's time to celebrate new beginnings with all debut albums. You'll hear cuts from kicks era favorites, ranging from R.E.M., U2 and Talking Heads to pop stars like Madonna and George Michael. You'll even get some bands who only released one album, like Sex Pistols, Young Marble Giants and Rockpile. Songs from debut albums this week on Teenage Kicks.

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Portrait of a small boy with his hands clasped behind his head — 'Boy' is the debut studio album by Irish rock band U2. It was released on October 20, 1980.
Island Records

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Talking Heads - 77 — Talking Heads: 77 is the debut studio album by the American rock band Talking Heads. It was released September 16, 1977 through Sire Records.
Sire Records