REM - beat a drum dalkey demo, 2001

"The "Dalkey Demo" is an early, acoustic-leaning version of the song "Beat a Drum" by the alternative rock band R.E.M. It was recorded during sessions in Dalkey, Ireland (a coastal town near Dublin), in early 2001, as part of the development for their album Reveal (released May 2001). This demo version has a more stripped-down, introspective feel compared to the polished studio take on Reveal, emphasizing Michael Stipe's vocals and subtle instrumentation. It was originally released as a B-side on the UK CD single for "Imitation of Life" (April 2001)"