The Colbert Report
Season 4 Episode 42: R.E.M.
Tonight Stephen welcomes classic American rock band R.E.M. to talk about their new album, "Accelerate".
11 SeasonsApr 02, 2008TV-1430m7.4
Tonight Stephen welcomes classic American rock band R.E.M. to talk about their new album, "Accelerate".
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