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Universal Music GmbH

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Release date

1998-10-30

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5409932

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731454099325

Artist

Sting

Label EU

A & M Records

Genre EU

Rock-Pop

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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Nothing Like The Sun is the second solo studio album by British musician Sting, released in 1987 by A&M Records. This highly acclaimed album showcases Sting's diverse musical talents and his ability to seamlessly blend various genres, including pop, rock, jazz, and world music.

The album features a total of twelve tracks, each one displaying Sting's exceptional songwriting skills and his unique ability to craft meaningful and thought-provoking lyrics. From the catchy and upbeat "Englishman in New York" to the hauntingly beautiful ballad "Fragile," Nothing Like The Sun takes listeners on a captivating musical journey.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Fields of Gold," which has become one of Sting's most beloved songs. With its enchanting melody and heartfelt lyrics, this timeless ballad has resonated with audiences around the world for decades.

Nothing Like The Sun also includes collaborations with renowned musicians such as Branford Marsalis, Eric Clapton, and Hiram Bullock. These collaborations add an extra layer of depth and richness to the album, showcasing Sting's ability to collaborate with other talented artists while still maintaining his own distinct sound.

In addition to its musical brilliance, Nothing Like The Sun also tackles important social and political issues. Songs like "They Dance Alone" shed light on human rights abuses in Chile during Pinochet's regime, while "We'll Be Together" explores themes of unity and love in a divided world.

Overall, Nothing Like The Sun is a masterful work of art that solidified Sting's status as one of the greatest musicians of his generation. Its combination of powerful lyrics, captivating melodies, and genre-blending soundscapes make it a must-have for any music lover's collection.

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