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Released 40 years ago

Bring on the Night

Sting · 1986

83 min · 13 tracks · jazz · new wave · reggae

A fusion of jazz, rock, and reggae that showcases Sting's lyrical depth and vocal prowess.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • contemplative evening reflections
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 1, 1986, 'Bring on the Night' followed Sting's successful debut solo album, 'The Dream of the Blue Turtles,' which had established him as a formidable solo artist. This album marked a continuation of his exploration into diverse musical styles, solidifying his transition from frontman of The Police to a solo star with artistic ambitions.
Stylistic neighbors
Peter Gabriel· David Bowie· Paul Simon
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Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Bring On the Night / When the World Is Running Down You Make the Best of What’s Still Around 11:40
  • 2 Consider Me Gone 4:54
  • 3 Low Life 4:03
  • 4 We Work the Black Seam 6:55
  • 5 Driven to Tears 6:58
  • 6 The Dream of the Blue Turtles / Demolition Man 6:07

Disc 2

  • 1 One World (Not Three) / Love Is the Seventh Wave 11:12
  • 2 Moon Over Bourbon Street 4:25
  • 3 I Burn for You 5:26
  • 4 Another Day 4:44
  • 5 Children’s Crusade 5:30
  • 6 Down So Long 4:36
  • 7 Tea in the Sahara 6:25

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