Why Sting Left the Police (2016)

Sting talks about songwriting and why he chose to leave the Police after the major success of “Synchronicity.”

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[somerset]

Sting wrote their songs but Stewart Copeland’s changeups, fills, and nonlinear fluid precision elevated all of The Police’s songs.

[williamtaylor]

Not many people know this, but when Sting left the band he defunded The Police.

[vastucson]

Sting went more jazzy as a solo act, and that was a great sound. But there’s no topping the Police at their best.

[MartinLewison]

When the Police were together I didn’t appreciate how good Andy Summers was. He was brilliant.

[beyondroom]

They all seem to be so fond of one another. I heard Mr Copeland in a recent interview talking about how much he loves Andy and Sting. Was very touching.

[UncleEbenezer]

Stewart Copeland is a phenomenal drummer!

[robnewton]

As a solo artist you’ve got more control. As a band there’s always compromise, yet that compromise and collaboration often yields greater results. Stings solo career is very successful but the songs The Police produced are the most iconic and fondly remembered.

[thetuna]

Copeland is a legend - he one of the best drummers alive and in the mid Top 20 of all-time.

[rkaylor]

Stewart formed the band, not Sting. Stewart also found Andy.

[marydean]

Can’t deny Sting’s incredible talent… that could be said for all three members of the band.
And I don’t think Sting would deny The Police was indeed Stewart’s creation.
Just lucky they found each other & that music was made! Thanks gents!👍🎶❤️

[carlostejada]

I saw Sting once in a concert many years ago...
and all the time I couldn't stop thinking: "I wish this was THE POLICE"
lucky for me, a few years later they made the re-union tour and I finally saw The Police in 2007!!.

[fritzburbank]

Awesome band.
Andy Summers amazing guitarist.

[PDXguitarfreak]

I didn't get to see them when they were originally together, but saw them on the 2007 reunion tour, and it was one of my favorite concerts I have ever seen. As someone that absolutely loves guitar solos (which are pretty rare for the band), I still think they are one of the best power trios of all time.

[figlermaert]

Howard could interview himself basically. He doesn’t need any guests. If it were court, he get objections for leading the witness all the time, lol

[jsggill]

Nothing Sting has done solo has matched what he accomplished with the Police. I believe Andy and Stewart kept Sting's ego in check and allowed him to create amazing songs with the Police.

[stephanegosselin]

Three great musicians without a doubt
And Sting is amazing songwriter

[kyleericson]

I’m always amazed at how little Howard seems to know about his musical guests, and his rambling “questions” are inane.

[coolcat]

Stewart did an awesome side project from 1989-1991 called “Animal Logic”. It was a nice blend of Pop, Jazz and even a little Country as well. They only made 2 albums but there were lots of catchy songs that could’ve been hits if given the chance. Highly recommended.

[ryanm]

One of my favorite groups of all time. Love The Police.

[Phightins]

Just one more album before they all can’t go on anymore