Around the Sun

Around the Sun
Studio album by
ReleasedOctober 5, 2004 (2004-10-05)
RecordedEarly 2003 – early 2004
Studio
GenreAlternative rock
Length55:16
LabelWarner Bros.
Producer
R.E.M. chronology
Perfect Square
(2004)
Around the Sun
(2004)
iTunes Originals – R.E.M.
(2004)
Singles from Around the Sun
  1. "Leaving New York"
    Released: September 27, 2004
  2. "Aftermath"
    Released: November 29, 2004
  3. "Electron Blue"
    Released: February 28, 2005
  4. "Wanderlust"
    Released: July 11, 2005

Around the Sun is the thirteenth studio album by American alternative rock band R.E.M., released on October 5, 2004 on Warner Bros. Records. The album was supported by several singles and a world tour. It was commercially successful but received mixed reception and is often considered the weakest in the band's catalogue.