Live!
The Police · 1995
144 min · 30 tracks · new wave
An energetic blend of new wave and rock, capturing the raw intensity of The Police's live performances.
Top tracks — play these first
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Message in a Bottle — This track exemplifies the band's ability to blend poignant lyrics with infectious melodies, making it a staple of their live performances.
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Roxanne — A signature song that captures the essence of The Police's reggae-infused rock style, its live version showcases Sting's powerful vocals and emotional delivery.
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Every Breath You Take — This haunting ballad highlights the band's lyrical depth and has become one of their most recognized tracks, resonating with fans across generations.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures The Police's live energy but lacks cohesive flow due to repeated tracks and varied pacing.
What we noticed
- The album features live recordings from various performances, capturing the energy and spontaneity of the band's shows.
- Several songs are repeated in the tracklist, indicating a focus on popular hits and fan favorites.
- The pacing varies significantly, with some tracks maintaining high energy while others allow for moments of reflection.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic live performance energy
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing experiences
- emotional engagement throughout
- contemplative late-night vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Revives interest in The Police's catalog post-breakup, showcasing their iconic sound.
- Career context
- Released in 1995, Live! marked The Police's return to the spotlight after their breakup in 1986. This album compiles tracks from their peak years, showcasing the band's iconic sound and enduring popularity while serving as a retrospective of their influential career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Talking Heads· The Clash· U2
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Next to You 2:57
- 2 So Lonely 7:33
- 3 Truth Hits Everybody 2:33
- 4 Walking on the Moon 4:59
- 5 Hole in My Life 4:08
- 6 Fall Out 2:46
- 7 Bring On the Night 5:16
- 8 Message in a Bottle 4:27
- 9 The Bed’s Too Big Without You 8:51
- 10 Peanuts 3:08
- 11 Roxanne 4:42
- 12 Can’t Stand Losing You 7:54
- 13 Landlord 2:27
- 14 Born in the 50’s 4:18
- 15 Be My Girl / Sally 4:51
Disc 2
- 1 Synchronicity I 2:53
- 2 Synchronicity II 4:44
- 3 Walking in Your Footsteps 4:55
- 4 Message in a Bottle 4:35
- 5 O My God 3:36
- 6 De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da 4:32
- 7 Wrapped Around Your Finger 5:21
- 8 Tea in the Sahara 4:52
- 9 Spirits in the Material World 2:57
- 10 King of Pain 5:53
- 11 Don’t Stand So Close to Me 3:46
- 12 Every Breath You Take 4:37
- 13 Roxanne 6:10
- 14 Can’t Stand Losing You 6:48
- 15 So Lonely 7:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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