Today, on this extremely nerve-racking 2022 midterms elections day, R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe is again after a four-year social-media hiatus to remind folks to vote. In reality, that’s what he wrote in his newly resurrected Instagram bio: “I am back after a 4yr hiatus from all social media to urge every American to vote today…Thanks!” Stipe additionally shared one put up containing three images of himself strolling by way of New York with a fist aloft and an “I Voted” sticker on his jacket. “Turnout—YOUR VOTE—is what will most influence todays election results…if you are in line to vote, don’t be discouraged—your voice matters!! Raise it high!!!,” he captioned. Patti Smith even replied within the feedback: “Awesome. Joining forces with you.” As ought to all of us.