If you’re a child of the ’80s, you may remember one of the original Nickelodeon shows, Live Wire, a talk show for kids hosted by the irreverent Fred Newman that often featured musical performances. Our friends at Gothamist came across a few clips of R.E.M.’s appearance on Livewire in which they performed So. Central Rain (I’m Sorry) and Carnival of Sorts in 1983. Check it out…

R.E.M. – So. Central Rain (Live on Livewire)

R.E.M. – Carnival of Sorts (Live on Livewire)

Scott Bernstein

Scott Bernstein co-founded Hidden Track in October 2006 and was managing editor until taking over as EiC in January 2008. Scotty also writes for Relix Magazine and curates YEMblog.com.

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