Sting relocated from Newcastle to London in 1977, joining Stewart Copeland and Henry Padovani to form The Police. Together, they released five chart-topping albums and six Grammy awards; Sting also made appearances on screen including Feyd Rautha from House Harkonnen in 1984 adaptation of Dune as well as JD in Lock Stock and Two Smoking Barrels.
What is he like as a person?
Sting is a genuinely nice, kind-hearted individual. He has four children – Fuchsia, Jake, Brigitte and Eliot – whom he dedicates himself to raising with passion as well as supporting worthy charities such as Amnesty International and environmental initiatives.
He’s an active political activist and author of two critically-acclaimed books – memoir and novel – as well as contributing songs to several film soundtracks and two successful world tours since ‘Brand New Day’ concerts concluded.
He adopts a Jungian approach to his art, believing that music is simply an auditory signal that speaks directly to their collective unconscious. This understanding allows him to produce such raw and honest images onstage. Audience members react enthusiastically when this artist causes grief, fear or ecstasy – they love him for it!
What is he like as a musician?
Sting’s skill as a bassist and his ability to articulate complex themes through lyrics make him one of the most distinctive voices in popular music. From “Roxanne” telling of a lovelorn sex worker or depicting violent drug war in The Last Ship police drama film series; Sting’s music immerses listeners into stories that feel both personal and universal.
Sting has long championed rainforest conservation, and is also an active political figure who campaigns for human rights in both the US and UK. He enjoys global music, engaging with indigenous musicians from his home country of England as part of his artistic repertoire.
Sting’s recent album 57th & 9th marked his return to rock music and his concert schedule remains hectic: playing over 100 cities in 41 countries this year alone! Last year he sold all his back catalogue to UMG; there’s no indication of slowing down now!
What is he like as a person in public?
Sting has an unparalleled public persona, one that bridges the divide between preening pop star and activist. Deconstructed and rebuilt again over many years, Sting still stands tall as an individual whose music matches his lasting presence on stage and on screen.
After leaving The Police, Sting began his successful solo career which has earned him widespread acclaim and several Grammy awards. His songs can be heard everywhere from movies and TV to critical acclaim – his songs having featured prominently across movies and TV.
Sting’s success hasn’t prevented him from exploring new ideas and musical styles; he has collaborated with jazz musicians, performed as a guest artist on Broadway and is active in raising funds and awareness for human rights causes while writing extensively about them as well as environmental concerns. In 1999 he released an album he described as his’millennium message of hope and renewal,’ entitled Brand New Day; featuring songs including perennial favorites Englishman in New York and Fragile on it.
What is he like as a person in private?
Sting has many diverse passions. He is involved with numerous charitable causes and an advocate of Amnesty International as well as rainforest preservation. Additionally, Sting is an accomplished author with several hit songs to his credit.
He’s never shied away from voicing his political opinions and has taken an outspoken position against the use of sting operations by law enforcement. Although these tools can help ensure public safety, he cautions that they shouldn’t be used in ways that compromise civil liberties or expose innocent individuals to unnecessary risk.
As well as being an accomplished environmentalist and activist, he’s also an exemplary family man; together with Trudie they have three children living on their farm in Wiltshire, England. Interestingly enough he has openly discussed his struggle with dyspraxia which may have helped raise awareness for it; additionally he founded the Rainforest Foundation to assist indigenous communities protect their rainforests.