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Document is R.E.M.'s 1987 album that moves their jangly, folk-tinged alternative rock toward a more direct, electric sound with tighter production by Scott Litt and the band. The record blends chiming guitars and melodic hooks with sharper, sometimes politically pointed lyrics, while retaining the group's signature vocal ambiguity and ringing guitar textures. Songs range from concise rockers to brisk, wordy tracks that emphasize rhythm and momentum, marking a step toward a more accessible, full-band sound.