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Automatic For The People
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Man On The Moon

"Man on the Moon" is an alternative rock track by R.E.M., released in November 1992 as the second single from their eighth album, Automatic for the People. The music was composed by drummer Bill Berry and guitarist Peter Buck, while Michael Stipe wrote the lyrics. For electric guitar players, it offers a rewarding study in understated, melodic rock playing, Peter Buck's signature arpeggiated and chordal style gives the song its distinctive, contemplative feel that is accessible yet musically interesting to explore.

  • Guitarist Peter Buck co-wrote the music, making it a strong study in his signature restrained, melodic electric guitar style.
  • Released in November 1992, the song reached number 18 on the UK Singles Chart and number one in Iceland.
  • The accompanying music video was shot in black-and-white and directed by filmmaker Peter Care in California.
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Peter Buck uses the Telecaster for grittier, more articulate tones on R.E.M. tracks, trading the Rickenbacker's chime for a sharper midrange attack. Its bright single-coils cut through the mix with definition when he needs more presence than jangle.

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Buck deploys the Twin Reverb for pristine, spacious cleans that complement his arpeggiated parts with natural reverb bloom. The amp's headroom lets him maintain clarity even when stacking multiple layers of jangly guitars without breakup.

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Vox AC30

The AC30 is Peter Buck's primary amp, delivering the signature chimey sparkle and harmonic richness that defines R.E.M.'s jangle sound. Its natural compression and Top Boost channel paired with his Rickenbacker 360 creates the band's iconic clean, shimmering tone.

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