Sting: Broken Music
The music in this playlist is directly inspired by Sting's memoir, Broken Music, and is ordered by year. It represents the most influential music from Sting's childhood and early life, before he formed the iconic band The Police with drummer Stuart Copeland.
Sting (born Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner on October 2, 1951) is an English musician, singer, songwriter, and actor, best known as the lead vocalist and bassist for the rock band The Police and for his successful solo career.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown of his life and career:
1. Early Life and The Police
- Sting was born in Wallsend, near Newcastle, England.
- He adopted the nickname "Sting" during his early career, when he performed in a jazz band and wore a striped sweater that made him resemble a bee. The name stuck.
- He was the lead singer, bassist, and primary songwriter for The Police, which was formed in 1977. The band became known for its unique blend of rock, reggae, punk, and new wave.
- The Police released several iconic albums in the late '70s and early '80s, including Outlandos d'Amour (1978), Reggatta de Blanc (1979), and Synchronicity (1983). Their hits included songs like "Roxanne," "Every Breath You Take," "Message in a Bottle," and "Don't Stand So Close to Me."
- The Police disbanded in 1986, after which Sting went on to have a hugely successful solo career.
2. Solo Career
- Sting's solo career began in the mid-'80s with his debut album The Dream of the Blue Turtles (1985), which included the hit "If You Love Somebody Set Them Free."
- He has released numerous albums as a solo artist, often exploring jazz, classical, and world music influences. Some of his successful solo albums include ...Nothing Like the Sun (1987), Ten Summoner's Tales (1993), and Sacred Love (2003).
- Some of his solo hits include "Fields of Gold," "Desert Rose" (featuring Cheb Mami), and "Englishman in New York."
- Sting is known for his distinctive voice, sophisticated songwriting, and his ability to mix genres, from pop and rock to classical and world music influences.
Comments
Post a Comment