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Universal Music GmbH

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Release date

1999-09-24

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4904512

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606949045128

2016-09-30

60075370452

600753704523

Artist

Sting

Label EU

A & M Records

Genre EU

Sting, born Gordon Sumner on October 2, 1951 in Wallsend, England, is a multi-talented artist known for his roles as a musician (bassist), composer, singer-songwriter, actor, author, and activist. In 1977, he formed the band *The Police* with Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers. The band achieved great success with five studio albums and received numerous awards including six Grammy Awards and two Brits. They were also inducted into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003.
Sting's career started with his involvement in various bands such as *The Phoenix Jazzmen*. It was during this time that he acquired the nickname "Sting" due to his black and yellow jersey resembling a bumblebee. He has since used this name almost exclusively. With an impressive solo career following the disbandment of The Police, Sting has received numerous accolades including 11 Grammy Awards, two Brits, a Golden Globe, an Emmy, four Oscar nominations and more.
Besides his musical achievements, Sting is also recognized for his activism work supporting human rights organizations like the Rainforest Fund and Amnesty International. Alongside his wife Trudie Styler,* he founded the Rainforest Fund in 1989 to protect rainforests worldwide along with their indigenous communities. Throughout his successful career spanning both The Police era and solo endeavors combinedly selling close to 100 million

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Brand New Day is the sixth solo studio album by British musician Sting, released on September 24, 1999, by A&M Records. This highly acclaimed album showcases Sting's versatility as a songwriter and performer, blending elements of pop, rock, jazz, and world music to create a unique and captivating sound.

The album features a diverse range of musical styles and influences, with tracks like the upbeat and infectious title track "Brand New Day" and the soulful ballad "Desert Rose" featuring Algerian singer Cheb Mami. Sting's signature blend of poetic lyrics and catchy melodies is evident throughout the album, making it a must-have for fans of his previous work.

One of the standout tracks on Brand New Day is "After the Rain Has Fallen," which combines reggae rhythms with electronic beats to create an irresistible groove. The hauntingly beautiful "Ghost Story" showcases Sting's introspective songwriting skills, while "Fill Her Up" brings a touch of country twang to the mix.

Throughout the album, Sting's distinctive voice shines through, effortlessly conveying emotion and depth. His masterful storytelling ability is showcased in songs like "Perfect Love...Gone Wrong," which explores themes of love and loss with honesty and vulnerability.

Brand New Day received widespread critical acclaim upon its release and was a commercial success, reaching number nine on the Billboard 200 chart. It won two Grammy Awards for Best Pop Vocal Album and Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for the title track.

If you're looking for an album that seamlessly blends different genres while still maintaining a cohesive sound, Brand New Day is a perfect choice. With its thought-provoking lyrics, memorable melodies, and exceptional musicianship, this album is sure to captivate listeners from start to finish.

Brand New Day

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