Vintage R.E.M Monster Tour 1995

This vintage R.E.M. Monster 1995 t-shirt commemorates a legendary and historically turbulent moment in the band’s career, specifically their headlining performance at Slane Castle in Ireland on Saturday, July 22nd, 1995. The show was a triumphant return to the stage following a string of health crises that earned the Monster world tour a “cursed” reputation; it was the band’s first concert after bassist Mike Mills underwent emergency surgery for an intestinal tumor, and it followed drummer Bill Berry’s life-threatening brain aneurysm earlier that year. The back of your shirt features an incredible supporting lineup that includes a young Oasis—who performed just months before releasing Morning Glory—alongside Belly, Spearhead, Luka Bloom, and Sharon Shannon. Because this tour marked the final time the original four members toured together before Berry’s retirement in 1997, and because the Slane Castle show is remembered for its electric atmosphere and near-cancellation, this specific “Slane ’95” bear graphic has become one of the most iconic and sought-after pieces of 90s alternative rock memorabilia.

Size 73x60cm
Condition 9/10 (Pin Hole)