What is the best Sting album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Ten Summoner's Tales" (1993). It's the most representative of what makes Sting worth hearing.

What are the best Sting albums?

The essential Sting albums include "The Dream of the Blue Turtles" (1985), "...Nothing Like the Sun" (1987), "Ten Summoner's Tales" (1993) and "Brand New Day" (1999).

How many albums does Sting have?

Sting has 73 releases in their discography, including 30 albums and 2 EPs.

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Sting

Q: Who is Sting for?

If you're into jazz and new wave, Sting is worth your time. A fluid interplay of soulful melodies and intricate rhythms creates an atmosphere of reflective intimacy, marked by moments of spacious restraint and melodic tension.

A fluid interplay of soulful melodies and intricate rhythms creates an atmosphere of reflective intimacy, marked by moments of spacious restraint and melodic tension.

jazz · new age music · new wave · reggae

United Kingdom

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The album

Ten Summoner's Tales (1993)

Showcases Sting's blend of pop and jazz influences with cohesive songwriting, making it accessible to new listeners.

The song

“Desert Rose”

Features a captivating hook and blends world music elements, introducing Sting's diverse style effectively.

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About Sting

Sting's presence in the music landscape has redefined the boundaries of pop and rock, weaving intricate narratives with emotional depth that resonate across generations.

His ability to blend elements of jazz and blue-eyed soul into mainstream consciousness not only broadened the palette for artists that followed but also elevated songwriting standards, inviting listeners to engage with their emotions in a more profound way. His approach to music is often characterized by a meticulous craftsmanship that merges storytelling with sophisticated melodies. Sting utilizes complex chord progressions and rhythmic subtleties to create spaces that feel intimate yet expansive, allowing each song to breathe. This innovative framework encourages a rich interplay between lyricism and composition, where every note feels intentional and layered. In his songwriting, Sting frequently navigates themes of love, loss, and introspection, often employing a reflective tone that oscillates between sincerity and irony. His narratives invite listeners into personal stories while simultaneously addressing universal truths, crafting an experience that feels both relatable and deeply philosophical. There’s a conversational quality to his voice that makes even the most abstract concepts accessible.

30 studio albums· 73 total releases· 3 decades· United Kingdom

Full discography

Sting's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

73 releases • 30 albums • 2 EPS • 1985–2024

Type:

Studio albums ()

EPs ()

Demolition Man

1993

Nada como el sol

1988

Live ()

Compilations ()

The Best of 25 Years

2011

Singles (41)

Grouped by decade — 5 eras.

2020s ()

2010s ()

2000s ()

1990s ()

I'm So Happy I Can't Stop Crying album by Sting

1980s ()

Songs to start with

If you'd rather pick a song than an album.

1

"A Thousand Years" — from Brand New Day (1999)

establishes the sonic palette early
2

"The Lazarus Heart" — from ...Nothing Like the Sun (1987)

establishes the sonic palette early
3

"If You Love Somebody Set Them Free" — from The Dream of the Blue Turtles (1985)

establishes the sonic palette early
4

"The Last Ship" — from The Last Ship (2013)

establishes the sonic palette early

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Sting

About Sting

Full discography

Studio albums ()

The Bridge

Duets

My Songs

44/876

57th & 9th

The Last Ship

25 Years

Symphonicities

If On a Winter's Night...

The Journey and the Labyrinth

Songs from the Labyrinth

Sacred Love

...All This Time

Still Be Love in the World

Brand New Day

Sting At the Movies

The Very Best of Sting & The Police

Mercury Falling

The Living Sea: Soundtrack from the IMAX Film

Fields of Gold: The Best of Sting 1984–1994

Ten Summoner's Tales

The Soul Cages

...Nothing Like the Sun

Bring on the Night

The Dream of the Blue Turtles

Five Live!

EPs ()

Demolition Man

Nada como el sol

Live ()

Live in Berlin

Live at Universal Amphitheater

Acoustic Live in Newcastle

Compilations ()

The Best of 25 Years

Singles (41)

2020s ()

Il nostro amore

I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)

Dreaming

Redlight

Rushing Water

If It's Love

Englishman/African In New York

My Funny Valentine

September

2010s ()

Don't Make Me Wait

I Can't Stop Thinking About You

Practical Arrangement

And Yet

2000s ()

Soul Cake

Always on Your Side

Stolen Car

Whenever I Say Your Name

Rise & Fall

After the Rain Has Fallen

Desert Rose

1990s ()

I'm So Happy I Can't Stop Crying

On Silent Wings

You Still Touch Me

Let Your Soul Be Your Pilot

I Was Brought to My Senses

When We Dance

Fields of Gold

Seven Days

If I Ever Lose My Faith in You

Mad About You

All This Time

1980s ()

Englishman in New York

They Dance Alone

Fragile

Be Still My Beating Heart