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Members

History

Name
Begin
End
Occupation

Andy Summers

1977
1986

Guitar

Andy Summers

2003
2003

Guitar

Andy Summers

2007
2008

Guitar

Henri Padovani

1977
1977

Guitar

Henri Padovani

2007
2007

Guitar

Stewart Copeland

1977
1986

Drums (drum set)

Stewart Copeland

2003
2003

Drums (drum set)

Stewart Copeland

2007
2008

Drums (drum set)

Sting

1977
1986

Bass guitar

Lead vocals

Sting

2003
2003

Lead vocals

Bass guitar

Sting

2007
2008

Lead vocals

Bass guitar

Story of The Police

The Police: A Rock Revolution

The Police, a legendary English rock band, emerged from the vibrant music scene of London in 1977. Within a short time, their lineup solidified with the iconic trio of Sting (the enigmatic vocalist, bassist, and primary songwriter), Andy Summers (the virtuoso guitarist), and Stewart Copeland (the dynamic drummer and percussionist). This formidable lineup remained steadfast throughout the band's illustrious career.

The Police quickly captured the hearts of music lovers worldwide in the late 1970s and early to mid-1980s. They rose to prominence amidst the British new wave movement, blending elements of punk, reggae, and jazz into their signature rock sound.

Their debut album, "Outlandos d'Amour" (1978), soared to the UK's top 6, fueled by the infectious singles "Roxanne" and "Can't Stand Losing You." Their sophomore effort, "Reggatta de Blanc" (1979), marked a pivotal moment in their career, achieving a coveted No. 1 spot in both the UK and Australia. It spawned the chart-topping hits "Message in a Bottle" and "Walking on the Moon," catapulting the band to international stardom.

The Police continued their winning streak with "Zenyatta Mondatta" (1980) and "Ghost in the Machine" (1981). These albums yielded further critical acclaim and commercial success, including the UK number-one singles "Don't Stand So Close to Me" and "Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic," which also resonated with audiences globally. "Zenyatta Mondatta" proved to be a monumental breakthrough in the US, reaching number five on the Billboard 200.

Their final studio album, "Synchronicity" (1983), topped the charts in the UK and US, cementing their legacy as one of the most influential rock bands of all time.

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