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Band Timeline
Formation of The Police
Debut Album 'Outlandos d'Amour' Released
Breakthrough with 'Reggatta de Blanc'
Heightened Success with 'Zenyatta Mondatta' and 'Ghost in the Machine'
Global Fame with 'Synchronicity' and 'Every Breath You Take'
Disbandment of The Police
Reunion and World Tour
Recognition and Legacy
Albums
Members
History
Sting
Bass guitar
Sting
Bass guitar
Stewart Copeland
Drums (drum set)
Henri Padovani
Guitar
Sting
Bass guitar
Lead vocals
Henri Padovani
Guitar
Stewart Copeland
Drums (drum set)
Stewart Copeland
Drums (drum set)
Andy Summers
Guitar
Sting
Lead vocals
Andy Summers
Guitar
Andy Summers
Guitar
Sting
Lead vocals
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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