The Police

The Police

new wave, post-punk, reggae rock

United Kingdom Est. 1977 Disbanded 1986

"With tightly interlocked rhythms and syncopated grooves, their music pulses with an urgent drive that compels movement while weaving intricate layers of tension and release."

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Ghost in the Machine

Ghost in the Machine

1981
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Career Arc

The Police's discography from 19 to 2018

19 1018 2018
Every Breath You Take (19) Fall Out (1977) Outlandos d'Amour (1978) So Lonely / No Time This... (1978) Can't Stand Losing You (1978) Roxanne / Peanuts (1978) Reggatta de Blanc (1979) Bring on the Night (1979) Walking on the Moon (1979) Message in a Bottle (1979) Zenyatta Mondatta (1980) Six Pack (1980) De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da (1980) Don't Stand So Close to M... (1980) The Bed's Too Big Without... (1980) Ghost in the Machine (1981) Every Little Thing She Do... (1981) Invisible Sun (1981) Spirits in the Material W... (1981) Synchronicity (1983)
The Police transformed the landscape of rock music by intertwining elements of reggae and punk with a pop sensibility, creating a sound that resonated deeply during a time of cultural upheaval.
The Police transformed the landscape of rock music by intertwining elements of reggae and punk with a pop sensibility, creating a sound that resonated deeply during a time of cultural upheaval. Their ability to meld catchy melodies with socially conscious lyrics helped redefine mainstream music, inviting a broader audience to engage with themes of love, politics, and existential angst. At the core of their innovation lies a rhythmic precision that challenges traditional song structures. The band’s interplay between Sting's melodic bass lines and Stewart Copeland's intricate drumming creates a tension that drives their tracks forward. This approach not only emphasizes groove but also encourages listeners to move, establishing an infectious energy in both recorded music and live performances. Lyrically, The Police often explore themes of longing, conflict, and disillusionment, presenting them through a lens that oscillates between sincerity and irony. Their storytelling tends to be impressionistic, where emotional resonance is prioritized over linear narratives. This gives their songs an ambiguous quality that invites multiple interpretations, allowing listeners to find personal connections within the complexities.

Full discography

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

31 releases • 7 albums • 19–2018
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Singles ()

When the World Is Running Down, You Make the Best of What's Still Around album by The Police

When the World Is Running Down, You Make the Best of What's Still Around

2000

King of Pain album by The Police

King of Pain

1984

Synchronicity II album by The Police

Synchronicity II

1983

Wrapped Around Your Finger album by The Police

Wrapped Around Your Finger

1983

Synchronicity I album by The Police

Synchronicity I

1983

Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic album by The Police

Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic

1981

Invisible Sun album by The Police

Invisible Sun

1981

Spirits in the Material World album by The Police

Spirits in the Material World

1981

De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da album by The Police

De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da

1980

Don't Stand So Close to Me album by The Police

Don't Stand So Close to Me

1980

The Bed's Too Big Without You album by The Police

The Bed's Too Big Without You

1980

Bring on the Night album by The Police

Bring on the Night

1979

Walking on the Moon album by The Police

Walking on the Moon

1979

Message in a Bottle album by The Police

Message in a Bottle

1979

So Lonely / No Time This Time album by The Police

So Lonely / No Time This Time

1978

Can't Stand Losing You album by The Police

Can't Stand Losing You

1978

Roxanne / Peanuts album by The Police

Roxanne / Peanuts

1978

Fall Out album by The Police

Fall Out

1977

Every Breath You Take album by The Police

Every Breath You Take

19

Live Albums ()

Certifiable: Live in Buenos Aires album by The Police

Certifiable: Live in Buenos Aires

2008

Live! album by The Police

Live!

1995

Compilations ()

Every Move You Make – The Studio Recordings album by The Police

Every Move You Make – The Studio Recordings

2018

Message in a Box: The Complete Recordings album by The Police

Message in a Box: The Complete Recordings

1993

Greatest Hits album by The Police

Greatest Hits

1992

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Police sound like?

With tightly interlocked rhythms and syncopated grooves, their music pulses with an urgent drive that compels movement while weaving intricate layers of tension and release. Rooted in new wave and post-punk. Start with Synchronicity.

What is the best The Police album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Synchronicity" (1983). It's the most representative of what makes The Police worth hearing.

Who is The Police for?

If you're into new wave and post-punk, The Police is worth your time. With tightly interlocked rhythms and syncopated grooves, their music pulses with an urgent drive that compels movement while weaving intricate layers of tension and release.

How many albums does The Police have?

The Police has 31 releases in their discography, including 7 albums.

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