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Sting and Trudie at opening night Motown The Musical

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 21:57:58 GMT

The red carpet at MOTOWN: THE MUSICAL's Opening Night on Sunday 14th April 2013 was studded with stars and Motown legends, including Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight, Sting and Trudie Styler. At around 0:27 you can spot Trudie and Sting.

Laila Biali to perform with Jo Lawry

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:05:16 GMT

Friday, May 10, 24, 31: Laila Biali Doors at 6:30pm / Shows at 7:30pm Award-winning Canadian Jazz pianist, vocalist and songwriter Laila Biali, who has toured with Suzanne Vega, Chris Botti and Paula Cole, recorded with and supported Sting (see Sting�s DVD release, "A Winter�s Night: Live from Durham Cathedral"), and played all over the world at Tokyo's Cotton Club, Peru's El Festival Internacional de Lima, and Carnegie Hall in New York City, will be taking over SubCulture for a residency in May! Each performance features leading musicians from the New York scene including saxophonist John Ellis, vocalist Jo Lawry and violinist Zach Brock. Laila Biali's arrangements of jazz standards, contemporary pop songs, and original pieces will be given unique, contrasting treatments within the context of each hand-picked ensemble. These shows will be the NYC debut of REQUESTOMATIC, where concertgoers can email...

Get Up! Stand Up! Highlights From The Human Rights Concerts 1986 - 1998 - CD/DVD release

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 22:03:03 GMT

Eagle Rock Entertainment will be releasing a compilation CD and DVD release of Get Up! Stand Up! Highlights From The Human Rights Concerts 1986 - 1998. This compilation features The Police performing Message In A Bottle and Every Breath You Take at Giants Stadium on June 15, 1986 and will be released worldwide by Warner Bros on June 4. Get Up! Stand Up! presents highlights from The Human Rights Concerts the series of benefit concerts staged between 1986 and 1998 to raise awareness and funds for the Nobel Peace Prize-winning human rights organisation Amnesty International. The first set of performances come from A Conspiracy Of Hope, Amnesty's 25th anniversary US concert tour in 1986. This was followed by Human Rights Now!, the historic 5-continent 20-concert world tour undertaken in 1988. The series continued with stand-alone concerts An Embrace Of Hope in Chile in 1990 and The Struggle Continues in Paris in 1998. The list of musicians who contributed their services is...

We Are Family Foundation's (WAFF) Humanitarian Award Gala performance

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 22:58:33 GMT

Sting crooned his tribute to the new millenium, "Brand New Day", during the "We Are Family Foundation's (WAFF) Humanitarian Award Gala" at the Manhattan Center Grand Ballroom on April 11, 2013. This was Sting's 3rd number of the night. Sting also belted out his epic ode to the Big...

The Last Ship goes live

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 01:38:16 GMT

The musical called "The Last Ship", based on Sting's own history and his album Soul Cages, will now also feature a live band for every performance. While the casting has been called for a two days audition session in New York on April 1st and 2nd, the group of musicians has already been formed and will consist of: - David Paich (keyboards) - Steve Porcaro (keyboards) - Steve Lukather (guitars) - Nathan East (bass) - Simon Phillips (drums) Sting described them as "the best band he has performed with so far. Toto would be jealous!" The Last Ship tells of a group of shipyard workers whose yard is to close and who are reluctant to transfer their skills to service the offshore industry. ... and it is 1st of April. :-)

Gazprom celebrates 20 years at Kremlin bash with Sting & Bocelli

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:20:50 GMT

Russian gas giant Gazprom celebrated its 20-year anniversary yesterday, Thursday, at a $2 million gala evening at the State Kremlin Palace. The evening at the Kremlin will conclude with a concert that will include performances by Sting and Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli. The celebration at the Kremlin costed the company nearly $2 million.

Bruno Mars, Sting, Rihanna & Ziggy Marley - Bob Marley Tribute - Grammys 2013

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:18:16 GMT

Bruno Mars, Sting, Rihanna & Ziggy Marley - Bob Marley Tribute - Grammys 2013....As Seen On �CBS

Sting at MusiCares person of the year tribute to Bruce Springsteen

Sun, 10 Feb 2013 14:00:29 GMT

Sting performed "Lonesome Day" from The Rising during the MusiCares person of the year tribute to Bruce Springsteen. Below is an interview with Sting ahead of this event. The moment of the evening was when Mumford & Sons did a wonderful version of "I'm on fire". Here are some excerpts from...

Not Sting at TW Classic 2013

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 12:28:32 GMT

Pity but July 13 will see Sting perform in Copenhagen, Danemark at the Tivoli, and not as we had reported at TW Classic 2013.

Sting at memorial service for A&M Records� beloved Gil Friesen

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 12:16:50 GMT

On January 30, Sting performed a moving rendition of �Fields of Gold� in Los Angeles at the memorial service for A&M Records� beloved Gil Friesen. Gil worked with Herb Alpert and Jerry Moss to make A&M Records an independent power house in the 1970s and 80s, launching The Police, Sting, as well as Carole King, Cat Stevens, Billy Preston, the Carpenters, and my favorite A&M Single of all time, �Do You Know What I Mean� by Lee Michaels. A&M star Bryan Adams sang �Heaven,� Suzanne Vega performed a song she wrote for Gil, Herb Alpert and Lani Hall did a duet on �I�ll Remember You.� Other guests included Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers of The Police, Sting�s manager and Gil�s friend Kathy Schenker, manager Derek Power, artist Ed Ruscha, Tom Freston, Peter Morton, and Jann Wenner�Speakers included Friesen�s two sons, aged 7 and 57. Source : www.showbiz411.com

Rihanna, Bruno Mars, Sting to join forces at Grammy Awards 2013

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:02:35 GMT

The Recording Academy has confirmed that Rihanna, Bruno Mars and Sting will perform together at the annual music industry awards show on February 10.

Circa Zero - band by Andy Summers and Robert Giles

Sat, 02 Feb 2013 15:47:16 GMT

Circa Zero features Andy Summers and Robert Giles. They just launched their own website, Facebook page and Twitter page.

New tourdates

Wed, 30 Jan 2013 15:48:50 GMT

Just came in: July 13 � Werchter, BE (Festivalweide - TW Classic 2013) July 14 � Rotterdam, NL (Ahoy - North Sea Jazz Festival)

Andy Summers & Rob Giles

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 14:12:39 GMT

Andy Summers, whose distinctive guitar play helped shape the sound of The Police, has found a new musical partner in L.A. songwriter Rob Giles. The duo, going under the moniker Circa Zero, have completed work on their as-yet-untitled ten-song debut and will be announcing a spring release date and series of live dates soon. The Los Angeles-based Summers, a fan of Giles' band The Rescues, met up with the singer/songwriter and the two began writing songs together, a process Giles describes to Direct Current as "a lot of fun" and an opportunity to creatively have "the freedom to do what we want to do". Summers and Giles are currently looking to expand to a trio on the road with the addition of a touring drummer, a role the multi-instrumentalist Giles took on in the studio. "We definitely want to go out and play," Summers tells BILLBOARD. "The songs are great, very strong pop/rock, lyrical. Rob has a killer voice. So it's been fun. I'm looking forward...

New 2013 tour data

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:57:38 GMT

Here are some new USA and European data. May 30 � Kelowna, BC (Prospera Place) May 31 � Victoria, BC (Save-On-Foods Memorial Centre) June 02 � San Francisco, CA (America's Cup Pavilion) June 03 � Santa Barbara, CA (Santa Barbara Bowl) June 05 � Denver, CO (Red Rocks Amphitheatre) June 07 � Chicago, IL (Ravinia) June 08 � Chicago, IL (Ravinia) June 12 � Baltimore, MD (Pier 6) June 14 � Atlantic City, NJ (Borgata Event Center) June 15 � Atlantic City, NJ (Borgata Event Center) June 17 � Kitchener, ON (Memorial Auditorium) June 18 � Kingston, ON (K-Rock Centre) June 20 � Bangor, ME (Waterfront Pavilion) June 21 � Boston, MA (Bank of America Pavilion) June 22 � Uncasville, CT (Mohegan Sun) June 24 � Summerside, PEI (Credit Union Place) June 26 � St. John's NFLD (Mile One Centre) June 29 � Oswiecim, PL (Life Festival Oswiecim, Stadion Mosir) July 01 � Cork, IE (Live at the Marquee) July 06 � Arras, FR (Main Square Festival) July 10 � Mainz, DE...

Nadje Noordhuis & Jo Lawry

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 13:35:34 GMT

WHEN: Saturday, January 26, 2013 7:00 pm Doors WHERE: Culture Project 45 Bleecker St. New York, NY TIX: $20 (Save 75% by using code �cultureproject�) http://www.ticketfly.com/event/201383 Australian-born trumpeter/composer Nadje Noordhuis celebrates the release of her long-awaited self-titled album. Combining cinematic sweep, transportive emotion, and rich melodic grandeur, Noordhuis possesses one of the most unforgettably lyrical voices in modern music. She was one of ten semi-finalists in the 2007 Thelonious Monk International Jazz Trumpet Competition and was selected as a Carnegie Hall Young Artist to undertake a weeklong residency with trumpet great Dave Douglas in 2010. She will be joined by fellow Aussie and accomplished singer, Jo Lawry. Join these two Aussies as we celebrate Australia Day on January 26th! Every full price ($20) ticket purchase includes a complimentary digital copy of...

New CD by Andy Summers and Rodrigo Santos

Sat, 19 Jan 2013 14:43:34 GMT

Andy Summers will release a CD with Rodrigo Santos (bassist), entititled "Medleys � a festa rock". The album will be produced by Roberto Menescal.

StingUs on Facebook and Twitter

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 17:04:05 GMT

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Happy New Year by Stewart Copeland

Sat, 05 Jan 2013 18:29:50 GMT

Sting To Perform at the MusiCares Tribute Honoring Bruce Springsteen

Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:33:18 GMT

Bruce Springsteen will be honored as MusiCares Person of the Year during Grammy week with a tribute event featuring performances by Sting, Elton John, Neil Young, Mumford & Sons, and more. The sold-out concert, to be held February 8 in Los Angeles, will benefit MusiCare's emergency financial assistance and addiction recovery programs. Source: MusiCares

HAPPY NEW YEAR

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 06:01:20 GMT

Our best wishes for 2013 for all our visitors and their family. May 2013 bring you peace and happiness, a good health and good friendships. Best regards, StingUs-team

Dominic Miller live in London with Sarah Jane Morris

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 16:21:39 GMT

Dominic Miller will be playing in Ronnie Scott's, London (UK), on 3rd, 4th & 5th January 2013 with Sarah Jane Morris.

Sting to perform at Stavern festival (Norway)

Thu, 27 Dec 2012 04:35:06 GMT

Apparently, Sting is to perform at the 2013 Stavern festival (Norway) on Thursday 11 July to Saturday 13 July 2013. No official confirmation on this so far.

Stewart Copeland's Jumping the Rhynes, for Chorus and Percussion Ensemble

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 21:21:57 GMT

Renowned independent school Millfield comes to Cadogan Hall for a unique showcase of musical talent featuring both pupils and staff. The evening includes the world premiere of a newly commissioned work by composer Stewart Copeland (Jumping the Rhynes, for Chorus and Percussion Ensemble). The work, written for choir and percussion ensemble, is inspired by Copeland�s school days at Millfield in the 1960s.

The old box ... The Police with Eberhard Schoener live

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 20:13:36 GMT

MERRY CHRISTMAS

Mon, 24 Dec 2012 06:01:43 GMT

Dear visitor, We wish you a nice and peaceful Christmas period, and hope you will enjoy nice gatherings with your family. Best regards, StingUs-team

Sting to perform live in India

Sat, 22 Dec 2012 14:10:35 GMT

Sting is to perform live at the Jodhur One World Retreat (Rajasthan, India) in March 2013. This will be a private concert as part of the inaugural 3-day annual event, where the finest minds in leadership, culture, music, art and science will come together and raise awareness and funds for the Indian Head Injury Foundation, a not for profit organisation, in collaboration with the Brain Trauma Foundation US with the aim of building an effective infrastructure for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in India.

Bryan Ferry, Sting, Neil Tennant and Mark Knopfler launch attack on Newcastle City Council

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 19:32:48 GMT

A host of musicians including Bryan Ferry, Sting, Neil Tennant and Mark Knopfler have attacked Newcastle City Council for slashing its culture budget. In a letter to The Guardian, the musicians protest against the local authority�s plans to completely cut its �2.5 million culture budget, calling the decision a "shortsighted attack" on Newcastle's cultural life and say the council risks "throwing away a shared cultural heritage � built up by generations and generations of ordinary people in the city." The blanket cuts to the arts, come as part of a �90 million budget reduction from Newcastle�s public services by 2016 would result in "generations of young people denied access to the opportunities we were given and, without the council's support, the arts will simply become a pursuit for the most wealthy," the musicians say. Some of the organisations affected by the proposed cuts include the Northern Stage and Live Theatre, as well as the Great...

New gig for 2013: Sting, Green and Indochine on stage

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 14:21:16 GMT

On July 5-6-7, a festival takes place in Arras, France on the Main Square with among others the fabulous Indochine, and also Sting.

Fragile dedicated to the victims of the flood in Mindanao

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 13:24:35 GMT

During the Manila concert, Sting dedicated "Fragile" to the victims of the flood in Mindanao.

Sting to dedicate song to Munir?

Sat, 08 Dec 2012 18:57:01 GMT

It appears that fans of Sting expect more than just a few songs during his upcoming Jakarta concert next Saturday. They want him to play an active part in the human rights campaign in Indonesia by dedicating his song They Dance Alone for murdered activist Munir. Fans have started signing an online petition via the campaign website or messaging Sting on his official twitter account @officialSting in the last few days, especially on Saturday (Dec. 8), the date Munir was born in Malang, East Java, in 1965. Source: The Jakarta Post

Sting on stage with Serkan Cagri

Tue, 27 Nov 2012 13:17:43 GMT

Sting performed in Istanbul yesterday and was joined on stage by Serkan �ağrı, a famous clarinet player, during Desert Rose. Follow our tweets (twitter.com/stingus) for pictures of the concert.

Andy Summers Movie Promo Interview at MSNBC

Sun, 11 Nov 2012 13:07:41 GMT

Andy Summers Movie Promo Interview at MSNBC, talking about his movie "Can't stand losing you - Surviving The Police".

Milling About with Andy Summers

Sat, 10 Nov 2012 19:30:57 GMT

Andy Summers joins host Robin Milling to discuss his documentary Can't Stop Losing You: Surviving The Police, which he'd prefer to think of as the working title. He tells Robin it should be called One Train Later named for his memoir which chronicles Andy's journey through life as a musician. Andy says his memories of The Police were pretty much in tact but had to be jarred through photographs he took, books about the band to get the facts straight, and listening to live tracks of the band in the background for inspiration. In the documentary and the memoir Andy is undeniably the former guitar player for The Police and the footage is all there from the interviews and backstage rivalries, to the 2007 reunion; but he is also a father, an accomplished photographer, and the front man for a new band Circa Zero he describes as edgy contemporary rock. When?:...

RAGMAG featuring Sting

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 19:07:39 GMT

Lebanese RAGMAG magazine (November issue) features interview with Sting.

Dominic Miller and band live on WDR... in 2013

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:50:57 GMT

Dominic Miller and band recorded last night at the Leverkusen Jazz Festival. The full one hour concert will be broadcasted by WDR in February 2013.

Sting in Ecuador in 2013?

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 17:47:29 GMT

Those responsible for the initiative Yasun�-ITT Initiative, which proposes to leave the fifth untapped oil reserves of Ecuador in the Amazon reserve, plan to hold a concert in 2013 with British musician Sting to promote the project, said on Thursday an official source.

Andy starts a new band

Wed, 07 Nov 2012 21:09:17 GMT

Andy Summers is getting ready to launch a new rock band, Circa Zero, he's formed in Los Angeles with singer Rob Giles; the group's debut album should come out in early 2013, with a tour to follow. (thanks S�bastien)

Sting at Skyfall screening

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 21:17:00 GMT

Sting, Trudie Styler and Mickey Sumner attended the Tribeca Film Institute Benefit Screening Of 'Skyfall' After Party at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

Sting performs Message in a bottle for Sandy victimes

Sat, 03 Nov 2012 15:45:23 GMT

"Message in a Bottle" was performed yesterday evening by Sting for the "Hurricane Sandy Coming Together" benefit. You can watch it here.

Hurricane Sandy benefit with Sting

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 21:44:18 GMT

In response to the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy, the networks of NBCUniversal -- including NBC, Bravo, CNBC, E!, G4, MSNBC, Style, Syfy and USA � will join forces to air a one-hour live benefit telethon, "Hurricane Sandy: Coming Together," on Friday, November 2 (8-9 pm ET). Hosted by NBC "Today" anchor Matt Lauer, the telethon will be broadcast from the New York studios of NBC at 30 Rockefeller Plaza. It will air live across the East Coast and tape-delayed on the West. Additional networks could join the broadcast of the telethon prior to airtime. Money collected will be donated to the American Red Cross relief efforts for Hurricane Sandy. The telethon also will be live-streamed on NBC.com. The event will feature performances by artists including Christina Aguilera (NBC's "The Voice"), Jon Bon Jovi, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen and Sting, and appearances by Jimmy Fallon (NBC's "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon") and NBC...

Stevie Wonder and Sting at UN day

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 14:48:51 GMT

Stevie Wonder and Sting performed "Fragile" at the "A Message of Peace Concert" live in New York on United Nations Day for the United Nations General Assembly on 24 October 2012. You can watch the video here.

Sting and autism awareness

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 20:26:34 GMT

"Night of Too Many Stars: America Comes Together for Autism Programs", hosted by Jon Stewart, raises money for autism programs, schools, and services all over the country. Performers include among others Sting.

Don Diablo's track by Sting

Sat, 20 Oct 2012 20:24:36 GMT

Don Diablo, a popular Dutch DJ, has a track written by Sting. The DJ announced the news on FunX radio today. The album is called "M1 Stinger". You won't hear Sting in the song. The vocals are sung by a singer. "It is a record that is dear to my heart," said Don Diablo. The DJ did more revelations, he said he is working on an album that is very personal. Nicky Romero which was also in the studio was told that he has created a track with "The Voice Of Holland winner Ben Saunders". The proceeds from this single will go to KWF. More information about Don Diablo on : www.dondiablo.com

Tonight ZDF Interview with Sting

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:20:25 GMT

October 15th 2012 at 8.15 pm. TV-Station: ZDFkultur. Details, more Information and LIVE STREAM: Number One (Facebook) and www.numberone.zdf.de

USA radioplay of Sting written songs

Wed, 10 Oct 2012 22:46:41 GMT

BMI celebrated on October 9 at its annual BMI London Awards songwriters, composers and music publishers behind the most-performed songs on U.S. radio and television. This included also the songwriters behind classics that have generated more than three million U.S. radio and television performances. Sting picked up following songwriting awards: - De Do Do Do De Da Da Da, If I Ever Lose My Faith In You, Message In A Bottle: each passed three million performances Don't Stand So Close To Me: passed five million performances - Every Breath You Take: passed eleven million performances Source: BMI

Sting on ZDF Kultur

Tue, 09 Oct 2012 14:03:47 GMT

A preview of Sting's interview next Monday on ZDF Kultur.

The Police All Time Top Ten podcast

Sat, 06 Oct 2012 20:26:41 GMT

Beis Eisen produces a weekly music podcast called All Time Top Ten. Each week, a special guest and him pick a topic and then they discuss and play their Top Ten favorite songs on that topic. This week, our show was devoted entirely to The Police. His friend and fellow Police superfan Alex had a great time counting down their favorite Police songs. Take a listen to the podcast.

Sting and Trudie perform at Children's Health Fund Benefit Concert

Sat, 06 Oct 2012 11:17:43 GMT

Sting and Trudie performed "Anything You Can Do" from "Annie get your gun" musical during Children's Health Fund Benefit Concert.

Sting & Trudie honored for their worldwide environmental work

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 12:34:36 GMT

Yesterday, Sting and Trudie were honored at Harvest Club in New York. This celebration took place to honor their worldwide environmental work. Surrounded by Dominic Miller, Ira Coleman, Jo Lawry, Peter Tickell and a percussionnist, Sting performed a short show. Source: LiSting

Sting And Trudie Styler To Be Honored By Cinema For Peace

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 12:21:32 GMT

On the occasion of the UN General Assembly, composer, singer, author, actor, and activist Sting and Trudie Styler, actress, film producer, director, human rights activist, environmentalist and UNICEF Ambassador, will be honored for their worldwide environmental work on Tuesday, September 25 at The Harvard Club in New York City by the Cinema for Peace Foundation and the BMZ, Germany�s Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development.

New CD Sting - update

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 11:39:29 GMT

Recording has started on the new CD by Sting that will accompany the forthcoming "Last Ship" musical. Carel Kraayenhof is one of the artists who was contacted by Rob Mathes (producer of the CD "Symphonicities" by Sting and his DVD "Live in Berlin") with the request for a CD recording with Sting at his house in the UK. Michael Kiwanuka was also in the studio with Sting in NYC on September 21, 2012 for a collaboration. Not sure this is for the Last ship CD :-).

CAN�T STAND LOSING YOU - Surviving The Police

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 18:57:27 GMT

Based on the memoir by Andy Summers, "Can�t Stand Losing You: Surviving The Police" takes you on a musical journey. The documentary follows Andy's life from his early days on the English music scene with bands like Zoot Money and the Big Roll Band,Dantalion's Chariot,Eric Burdon and the Animals and Kevin Coyne, to his chance encounter with drummer Stewart Copeland and bassist Sting, which led to the ascendancy of the band, The Police. The film includes newly shot concert footage, exclusive interviews with the band on their worldwide 2007/2008 tour, archival footage from Andy's earlier career and original personal photographs taken by Andy himself. Cast - Sting - Stewart Copeland -...

Children's Health Fund 25th Anniversary Benefit Concert

Tue, 11 Sep 2012 18:45:41 GMT

Paul Simon to Host the Children's Health Fund 25th Anniversary Benefit Concert on October 4, 2012 at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. The Children's Health Fund co-founders Paul Simon and Dr. Irwin Redlener will host the evening, featuring performances from Sting & Trudie Styler, Steve Martin, Amy Grant & Vince Gill, Tom Hanks & Rita Wilson, James Taylor & Caroline Taylor, Tina Fey & Jeff Richmond, Stevie Wonder & Aisha Morris, Edie Brickell, Rub�n Blades & Luba Mason, plus other surprise guests. For additional information, www.childrenshealthfund.org.

Sting @ Paralympics opening ceremony

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 21:44:30 GMT

Unconfirmed rumour that Sting will perform at opening ceremony Paralympics tomorrow night in London...

Sting in Lebanon

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 14:35:05 GMT

Sting will perform at the Biel in Beirut, Lebanon on November 28, 2012 as part of the Back to Bass tour.

Sting and Russian birthday parties

Sat, 18 Aug 2012 11:50:10 GMT

Sting sang last Thursday at Villa Violina, one of the residences of Alisher Usmanov (Gazprom) in honor of Irina Viner, wife of the Uzbek tycoon, among the 200 guests. Later today (Saturday), Sting will sing at a birthday party of another wealthy Russian businessman, David Kaplan, who hired the singer initially to an exclusive party at the famous beach of Capriccioli at the Costa Smeralda, but then moved it for safety reasons to the French Riviera. Source: PagineSarde

Listen to new album Andy Summers

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 13:39:25 GMT

If interested in Andy Summers' new album with Fernanda Takai, you can listen to a song (Falling From The Blue) via this website. Andy and Brazillian pop singer Fernanda Takai (Pato Fu) released their first CD together in June 2012 . The CD is titled Fundamental and was released by Deck records (Brazil) with all songs and lyrics and music by Andy and Portuguese translations by Zelia Duncan.

Sting playing for the rich

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 11:23:49 GMT

200 happy rich people will be able to see Sting perform on 18 August during a private gig on Sardinia, more specifically in Capriccioli, hosted by a Russian millionaire. Sting gets 400K euros, while the whole party apparently will cost 1.5 million euros. Decadency ...

Back to Bass Fall tourdata 2012

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 20:23:18 GMT

November 7, Strasbourg, France, Zenith November 9, Lyon, France, Halle Tony Garnier November 10, Amneville, France, Galaxie November 12, Nice, France, Nikaia November 14, Bordeaux, France, Patinoire Meriadeck November 15, Rouen, France, Zenith November 17, Kosice, Slovakia, Steel Arena November 19, Ostrava, Czech Republic, CEZ Arena November 21, Lodz, Poland, Lodz Arena

Sting documentary on ZDF kultur

Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:34:10 GMT

Check out the Facebook page by ZDF Number One and see some of the information they will soon publish concerning the Sting documentary to be broadcasted on 17th September 2012 at 20:15 o'clock on ZDF kultur.

A&M Anniversary Collection feat. Sting / The Police

Thu, 26 Jul 2012 23:14:58 GMT

Herb Alpert and Jerry Moss, the "A" and the "M" in A&M Records, are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of their label. As part of the celebration, on August 28, UMe is releasing A&M 50: THE ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION, a 60-track, 3-CD set curated by Alpert & Moss. Buy via US | UK | GERMANY THE ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION Disc 1: From AM to FM 1. Herb Alpert & The Tijuana. The Lonely Bull . Brass 2. Sergio Mendes & Brasil '66 Mas Que Nada 3. We Five - You Were On My Mind 4. Chris Montez - The More I See You 5. Rita Coolidge - (Your Love Keeps...) Higher and Higher 6. Burt Bacharach - A House Is Not A Home 7. Carpenters -...

STING 3CD - July 27, 1988 Los Angeles Wiltern Theatre - Soundboard recording

Sat, 21 Jul 2012 17:47:23 GMT

For the avid bootleg collectors, a new gem has popped up: STING - July 27, 1988 Los Angeles "Wiltern Theatre" - Soundboard recording. This show was part of the second US-leg of the 1987/ 1988 Nothing Like The Sun tour. Most of the shows were performed in large arenas or at special summer festivals. He did however play in the intimate Wiltern Theatre on July 27. Only about 2,300 people were able to attend this very special and long show. Sting and the band performed all the songs they did during the other dates of the tour, but many extra songs were added. The show also included several interesting covers (including songs by George Gershwin and Frank Zappa). This resulted in the longest Sting show ever. A whopping 172 minutes, or almost 3 hours. Some members of the band had the chance to perform some songs of their own: Dolette McDonald, Delmar Brown, Kenny Kirkland and Branford Marsalis provided some very high quality moments. During the tour Sting liked to perform songs...

Sting selling wine in ... Antwerp

Thu, 12 Jul 2012 01:10:24 GMT

Sting was at the Antwerp Hotel Julien to present the new wines from his domain �Il Palagio�, together with his winemaker Paolo Caciorgna and importer Bart Rogiers. Wines that were presented: Sister Moon 2009 � IGT Toscana, Casino delle Vie 2010 � IGT Toscana, and When We Dance 2010 � Chianti DOCG. Thanks Erik! Plenty of images are available here.

Jan Akkerman meets Andy Summers + Ensemble Klang

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 21:49:40 GMT

On Wednesday 12 December 2012 (20:15- 22:00), Jan Akkerman and Andy Summers + Ensemble Klang will perform together in Amsterdam in the "Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ" (GROTE ZAAL). Tickets can now be ordered. Thanks Erik!

Suggs on stage with Sting

Fri, 06 Jul 2012 14:27:28 GMT

Madness singer Suggs had to be hauled away by security guards after drunkenly invading a stage as Sting performed at Oxfordshire�s (posh) Henley Festival. Stumbling on to the stage during a rendition of Wrapped around your finger... Suggs, 51, told Sting: "I mean this so sincerely. When I was a kid, right, I used to look at Sting and I used to think, one day goddammit. Given the chance." �And here it is right before you. Ladies and gentlemen, Sting.� Sting replied: "Thank you Suggs, give him a round of applause ladies and gentlemen." It did take security quite some time to take Suggs of stage during De do do do De da da da as you can see on this video.

Brand new video for Dominic Miller

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 13:02:52 GMT

Brand new video for "Catalan" by Dominic Miller from the album "5th House" (Qrious Music)

De do do do De da da da in setlist

Wed, 04 Jul 2012 22:23:21 GMT

Sting surprised the audience yesterday evening (3 July 2012) at the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam with a rendition of De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da. The entire setlist: 01 - If I Ever Lose My Faith In You 02 - Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic 03 - Englishman In New York 04 - Seven Days 05 - Demolition Man 06 - I Hung My Head 07 - Driven To Tears 08 - Fields Of Gold 09 - Message In A Bottle 10 - Heavy Cloud No Rain 11 - De Do Do Do De Da Da Da 12 - Jam (last bit of Love is Stronger than Justice) 13 - The Hounds Of Winter 14 - End Of The Game 15 - Roxanne ** 16 - Desert Rose 17 - King Of Pain 18 - Every Breath You Take ** 19 - Next To You 20 - Fragile

Most recent setlist

Tue, 19 Jun 2012 17:31:22 GMT

At the Norwegian Wood festival, Sting did following setlist: 1. All This Time 2. Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic 3. Englishman In New York 4. Seven Days 5. Demolition Man 6. I Hung My Head 7. Driven To Tears 8. Fields Of Gold 9. Message In A Bottle 10. Synchronicity II 11. Shape Of My Heart 12. Love Is Stronger Than Justice 13. Hounds Of Winter 14. End Of The Game 15. Never Coming Home 16. Desert Rose 17. King Of Pain 18. Every Breath You Take 19. Next To You

Sting's Daughter Mickey Sumner Will Play Patti Smith

Thu, 14 Jun 2012 11:49:34 GMT

Sting's daughter (and Borgias actress) Mickey Sumner has been cast as Patti Smith and Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins will play Iggy Pop for a forthcoming movie. Also selected: - Alan Rickman (Severus Snape!) will play the late owner, Hilly Kristal - Estelle Harris (Estelle Costanza!) will play Kristal's mother, Bertha - Paper TV star Malin Akerman will play Debbie Harry - Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley!) will play Cheetah Chrome of punk band, The Dead Boys - Avatar's Joel David Moore will play Joey Ramone - Julian Acosta will play Johnny Ramone

Voices Inside My Head: An Acoustic Tribute To The Police

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 13:17:02 GMT

For the past decade Rimini based acoustic trio NASHVILLE has brought its personal, intimate and heartfelt tribute to the music tout-court to an increasing number of fans and music lovers both in Italy and around the world. This album you hold in your hands is the ultimate effort of the band trying to pay a righteous tribute to another trio, so different yet so similar for its unprecedented ability to sound unique and distinctive. Playing cover versions of famous hits is always a work of mixing the writer and the performer together into a newborn creature that from now on gains a life of its own. Think of �VOICES INSIDE MY HEAD� as a virutal dialog between 3 english guys who wrote music history and 3 italian guys who...

Sting playing benefit for St Mike's on June 14th

Mon, 04 Jun 2012 20:00:24 GMT

Sting has signed on to headline a benefit concert in support of voice disorders research at St. Michael�s. Date: June 14, 2012 Venue: RICOH Coliseum Sting will perform June 14 at the Ricoh Colisuem along with impressionist and comedian Frank Caliendo, with all proceeds going to establish the first chair in voice disorders research in Canada. The concert is presented by the Celebration of Voice Committee, comprised of a group of grateful patients of the voice disorders clinic and their family and friends. A clinic led by Dr. Jennifer Anderson and her team diagnoses and treats the most complex voice disorders for more than 2,000 patients from across Canada each year. Questions or inquiries? Contact Lina Castellano at 905.326.2853 or lcastellano@ozzelectric.com Itinerary Doors open: 8:00 p.m. Opening Act Frank Caliendo at 8:45 p.m. Sting 9:30 p.m.

Bring on the night' - dubstep

Thu, 24 May 2012 19:39:37 GMT

Spit Hot Fire turns The Police hit 'Bring on the night' into dubstep cover To dubstep or not to dubstep. It's the question that has been raging in the electronic scene, and not only there. Out now is Spit Hot Fire's cover version of major The Police hit "Bring on the night". Spit Hot Fire is the duo Bryce Alvord (vocals) and Ben Altman (songwriter, guitar player and producer/engineer), an alternative band and studio project from New York City.

Roxanne - The vocals only

Thu, 24 May 2012 19:38:24 GMT

Enjoy :-)

Documentary DVD of 1982 Glen Helen Park festival

Tue, 22 May 2012 10:09:51 GMT

A documentary DVD of 1982 Glen Helen Park festival will be released in september. The Police was there. Stewart Copeland of The Police Reminisces About the '82 US Festival: "We were sold on the idea of coming to this festival in that it would be the opposite of Woodstock. It's absolutely comfortable, the grass is clean, the sound system is pristine. It was a really great experience, and the 'US' Festival was really the precursor to that. The idea that a festival isn't misery. The Festival still resonates. It was not Woodstock. It should've been, considering the talent." Regarded as the Woodstock of the 80's, the 'US' Festival captured the mindset of a culture on the cusp of a technology transformation. ICON Television Music, UNUSON and Plum Moving Media are pleased to announce the only authorized and sanctioned documentary revealing the bands, fans and organizers who brought Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak's rock festival to life.

Geordie stars Sting, Mark Knopfler and Brian Johnson in music�s rich list

Sun, 20 May 2012 12:48:16 GMT

3 North East stars have been named among the Top 50 Music Millionaires in Britain and Ireland. Former Tyneside teacher Sting - real name Gordon Sumner - is the highest, ranked joint-13th alongside ex-Beatle George Harrison�s widow Olivia and son Dhani. He is said to have a personal fortune of �180m, amassed through his solo work and his earlier career as frontman of The Police. Joining him in the list, at joint-42nd, is Dire Straits frontman Mark Knopfler, with an estimated personal wealth of �65m. He is said to be worth the same as 1960s crooner Engelbert Humperdinck, who is representing Britain at this year�s Eurovision Song Contest, and warring Oasis brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher. And not far behind is a third Tynesider, AC/DC singer Brian Johnson, whose fortune stands at an estimated �50m - the same as Take That�s Gary Barlow and legendary Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison. Source: Shields Gazett

Sting nominated for 11th annual CMT Music Awards

Sun, 20 May 2012 12:40:48 GMT

Sting has received a nomination for the 11th annual CMT Music Awards for his video of "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You" with Vince Gill. The awards, which honor the best country music videos, are voted on by fans through the network's website. They will be announced on a live television show on Wednesday, June 6, to take place in Nashville. Between them, they've won 36 Grammy Awards and sold over 125 million albums. Sting and Vince Gill shared the stage for a stellar evening of music on CMT Crossroads. You'll love their collaboration of "If I Ever Lose My Faith in You," along with more timeless hits. You can view the entire episode here.

Sting, Mraz and Guster Sign Pledge for Legally Harvested Wood

Sun, 20 May 2012 12:39:23 GMT

Adam Gardner, band member of Guster and and co-founder of the non-profit organization Reverb, testified last week at a Congressional hearing on behalf of many bands in the music industry. Gardner�s effort was to preserve the Lacey Act, which �bans the use of illegal woods, providing artists and consumers with the reassurance that their instruments are not made from these materials.� Currently proposed bills in Congress will weaken the Lacey Act. In addition to Guster, the pledge on the Reverb website has been signed by artists such as Dave Matthews Band, Jack Johnson, Sting, Mick Jagger, Maroon 5, Barenaked Ladies, Jason Mraz, Bonnie Raitt, and Willie Nelson. Source: Ecorazzi

The Police on Don Kirshner's Rock Concert DVD to be released

Tue, 01 May 2012 09:17:09 GMT

The performance The Police gave on the Don Kirshner show in February 1980 will be released on DVD. This is "currently in development". Thanks Dietmar.

Dominic Miller tour

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:42:29 GMT

Please note all European tour dates of the Dominic Miller Band in May. 05/05/2012 Altes Pfandhaus, Cologne, Germany 06/05/2012 Ueffilo, Gioia del Colle, Italy 07/05/2012 Moody's Jazz Club, Foggia, Italy 08/05/2012 606 Jazz Club, London, UK 09/05/2012 Gugg, Braunau, Austria 10/05/2012 The Place, Rome, Italy 11/05/2012 Portico della Basilica Palladiana, Vicenza, Italy 12/05/2012 Bravo Caffe, Bologna, Italy 23/05/2012 Guitarworld Festival, Kaluga, Russia 29/05/2012 Antique Theatre, Plovdiv, Bulgaria

Sting and Vince Gill's nominated for CMT's Performance of the Year award

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 20:16:45 GMT

Sting and Vince Gill's rendition of "If I Ever Lose My Faith In You" for CMT Crossroads has been nominated for CMT's Performance of the Year award. The winner will be determined entirely by the fans. Voting is possible via http://www.cmt.com/cmt-music-awards/cmt-performance-of-the-year/.

Sting at 2012 Windward School benefit

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 14:07:34 GMT

Saturday 21, Michael Douglas, Trudie Styler, MTV Co-Founder Tom Freston, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Sting attend the 2012 Windward School benefit at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City.

Cherrytree House Sessions Vol. 1 with Sting

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:58:28 GMT

Cherrytree Records released its first (of hopefully many) live acoustic sessions from their artist family. For The Cherrytree House Sessions Vol. 1, the label shares from its collection of intimate in-office recordings including rare performances from Far East Movement, Ellie Goulding, a tear-jerker from Robyn and even a lute-powered track from Sting. Track listing: 1. Robyn �Be Mine!� 2. Keane �Somewhere Only We Know� 3. Feist �Intuition� 4. Far East Movement & Frankmusik �Rocketeer� 5. Sting �The Snow It Melts the Soonest� 6. Ellie Goulding �The Writer� 7. Natalia Kills �Mirrors� 8. Mohombi �Bumpy Ride� 9. Kelis �Brave� 10. Mt. Desolation �State of Our Affairs�

Help needed for new Sting documentary on German TV

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:32:24 GMT

Dear (German) Sting fans, A German TV production company is currently working on a documentary about Sting for one of the biggest public German broadcasters. Our aim is to provide an insight on his career and life and portray the artist from his very first steps in the business to his greatest success. As we want our music documentary to be as versatile as possible we are looking for footage or photos of Sting. Maybe you have some remarkable pictures of him (it's important that you own the rights though), old newspaper articles you could scan or rare live-recordings you would like to share. Please send us a mail to stingdocumentary@gmail.com. We are looking forward to it! Tina Sufferer

Rhani Krija upcoming Videos for Percussion Workshop

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 11:18:21 GMT

Rhani Krija finished work in the maarweg studio 2 where he has been recording a video trailer to promote his upcoming Videos for Percussion Workshop.

Sting�s suppressed Disney documentary leaked online

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:12:26 GMT

A workprint of a lost documentary about the tumultuous making of Disney's 2000 animated The Emperor's New Groove appeared on YouTube some weeks ago, but was subsequently removed. The back story, via MousePlanet's Wade Sampson, prominently features Sting. In 1997, musical performer and composer Sting was asked by the Walt Disney Company to write the music for a new animated feature called Kingdom of the Sun. It was to be directed by Roger Allers who was basking in the success of his work on The Lion King. Sting agreed, on the condition that his wife, filmmaker Trudie Styler, could document the process of the production with their own production company, Xingu Films. The Sweatbox, whose title refers to the air-conditioning-bereft screening room Walt Disney set up to evaluate his employees' work, premiered at the 2002 Toronto Film Festival but has gone virtually unseen by the public ever since. Disney owns the rights and never officially released it. It's basically...

Reminder: check summer tourdates

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:10:21 GMT

Sting will tour North America and Europe this summer, accompanied by a five piece band featuring longtime collaborators Dominic Miller (guitar), David Sancious (keyboards), Vinnie Colaiuta (drums), plus Peter Tickell (electric fiddle) and vocalist Jo Lawry. Check the tourdates. Confirmed so far: June 2 Thackerville, Oklahoma, USA, WinStar Casino June 3 Thackerville, Oklahoma, USA, WinStar Casino June 5 St. Louis, Missouri, USA, Fox Theatre June 7 Atlanta, GA, Chastain Park June 9 Atlantic City, NJ, USA, Borgata June 11 Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Place des Arts June 12 Lewiston, NY, USA, Artpark June 16 Helsinki, Finland, Helsinki Classic Festival June 17 Oslo, Norway, Frogenerbadet June 19 Bergen, Norway, Bergen Calling Festival June 21 Odense, Denmark, Odense Festival June 23 Werchter, Belgium, TW Classic 2012 June 25 Prague, Czech Republic, O2 Arena June 26 Budapest,...

Sting at Newsies musical

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 13:03:47 GMT

Sting and Trudie Styler attended the Broadway production of the new musical Newsies at the Nederlander Theatre this past weekend. Set in New York City at the turn of the century, Newsies, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and a book by Harvey Fierstein, tells the story of Jack Kelly (played by Jordan), a charismatic newsboy and leader of a ragged band of teenaged 'newsies,' who dreams only of a better life far from the hardship of the streets. A nice picture of Jeremy Jordan and Kara Lindsay posing with Sting and trudie can be found here.

The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:57:03 GMT

Chris Botti and Sting, along with videographer Fabrizio Ferri are generously donating their time to help The New York Eye and Ear Infirmary raise awareness about an issue that�s very important to us: Hearing loss among baby boomers.

Sting interview in Muziek.nl magazine

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 20:46:45 GMT

The new Muziek.nl magazine features an interview by Muziek.NL Magazine head editor Jean-Paul Heck with Sting. More information...

Sting and Trudie on Good Morning America

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 11:08:30 GMT

Good Morning America had following interview with Sting and Trudie regarding The Revlon Concert for The Rainforest Fund at Carnegie Hall in New York City last week. ...

Rainforest Foundation biennial all-star fundraiser at Carnegie Hall

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:17:50 GMT

Trudie Styler produced her biennial all-star fundraiser at Carnegie Hall with Sting, Elton John, James Taylor, Jennifer Hudson, Roseanne Cash, Esperanza Spaulding, Vince Gill, Bruno Mars, opera great Bryn Terfel, Rita Wilson, Meryl Streep, and Channing Tatum with his gorgeous dancer wife Jenna, and special guest Bill Clinton. The show was called "Songs of the Silver Screen", and aimed to raise money more for the preservation of the Rainforest and its indigenous people. Styler, who directed the show, spoke urgently and passionately about the needs of the people of the rainforest. Bloomberg's Amanda Gordon spoke with Trudie Styler about the Rainforest Fund and the organization's gala. Show setlist: Part One 1 Sir Elton, Sting, James, Meryl - If I Only Had A Brain 2 James - Somewhere Over The Rainbow 3 Vince - I Can�t Stop Loving 4 Vince/Rita - All I Have To Do Is Dream 5 Bryn Dream -...

Adjusted setlist for summer festivals gigs by Sting

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 16:27:05 GMT

It is expected that the summer festival setlist will resemble this one: All This Time Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic Englishman In New York Seven Days Demolition Man I Hung My Head Driven To Tears Fields Of Gold Sacred Love Shape Of My Heart Inside Love Is Stronger Than Justice (The Munificent Seven) The Hounds Of Winter End Of The Game Never Coming Home Desert Rose King Of Pain Roxanne Every Breath You Take Next To You Fragile David Sancious is to also join the band on keyboards.

Sting live on BBC2 tonight

Thu, 29 Mar 2012 08:43:56 GMT

Don't forget tonight: 20:00 GMT on BBC Radio 2. Sting In Concert. Recorded at the Hammersmith Apollo London earlier in the month as part of Sting's Back to Bass Tour and presented by Jo Whiley. Following songs were broadcasted: Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic All This Time Seven Days Demolition Man Driven to Tears Fortress Around Your Heart Fields of Gold Heavy Cloud No Rain Hounds of Winter Never Coming Home Every Breath You Take

And here another one...

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:42:51 GMT

Just because it is nice...

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:40:19 GMT

Dominic Miller interview

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:00:55 GMT

Mesa Artist Relations had the pleasure of interviewing Sting's go-to guitar player and musical collaborator for over 20 years, Dominic Miller. Dominic has been using Mesa products for over 20 years and on this latest run of Sting shows, Dominic's son Rufus took over the distinguished role of rhythm guitar in the band with Lone Star combos being the amp of choice for both of them.

Sting in South Africa with some new songs

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:30:17 GMT

Englishman In New York, Shape Of My Heart, King Of Pain, Roxanne, and Fragile were added to the gigs in South Africa. The setlist is now: All This Time Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic Englishman In New York Seven Days Demolition Man I Hung My Head Driven To Tears Fields Of Gold Sacred Love Shape Of My Heart Inside Love Is Stronger Than Justice (The Munificent Seven) The Hounds Of Winter End Of The Game Never Coming Home Desert Rose King Of Pain Roxanne Every Breath You Take Next To You Fragile

Sting Performs Deep in the Meadow (Lullaby) for the Hunger Games

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:16:20 GMT

The chart-topping companion album to the film THE HUNGER GAMES, "THE HUNGER GAMES": SONGS FROM DISTRICT 12 AND BEYOND, will unlock a free download of "Deep in the Meadow (Lullaby)" performed by world-renowned musician Sting beginning March 27, 2012. The track can also be purchased as a single from major digital retailers. "Lullaby" remains a centerpiece of THE HUNGER GAMES. In the story, the protagonist Katniss [Jennifer Lawrence] learns the song from her father who sang it to her as a child. Passing down the tradition, Katniss sings it to her little sister Primrose, as well as to fellow Tribute Rue, to calm their fears. 16-time Grammy Award winner Sting delivers a powerful and poetic rendition of �Lullaby,� produced by acclaimed singer-songwriter and producer T-Bone Burnett. The pair last collaborated on 2003�s �You Will Be My Ain� True Love� for the film, Cold Mountain. The song was subsequently nominated for an Academy Award, a Grammy Award and...