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R.E.M.'s next album features Eddie Vedder, Patti Smith and Peaches as guests

The 15th studio album by R. E. M. , which already has Collapse Into Now with title does not yet have a defined release date. But, bassist Mike Mills revealed to Spin some details of this new work by the American group. The album features distinguished guests Eddie Vedder (Pearl Jam), Patti Smith and Peaches. Vedder will sing on the track "It Happened Today."

In the past, Patti Smith has lent her voice to the song "E-Bow The Letter", from the album New Adventures in Hi-Fi (1996).

Still about Collapse Into Now , Mike Mills characterized the record as a more expansive sound and very personal and human lyrics. And, with beautiful songs and four rockers.

In addition to the aforementioned "It Happened Today", "All the Best" and "Blue" are other tracks on the album.

See below R. E. M. and Patti Smith performing "E-Bow the Letter", in November 1998.