REM Reveal: The Story Of R.E.M. (2004 UK 272-page softback book by Johnny Black, is the most revealing study yet of the biggest rock band in the world, tracing their progress from student cult to international superstars, based on extensive interviews over the last 20 years, Black charts their progress as intelligent musicians who have struggled with illness & substance abuse, have sold millions of records & affected the lives of millions while never losing theirintegrity or artistic vision)