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Universal Music GmbH

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Release date

1998-10-30

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5409962

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731454099622

2016-09-30

3964051

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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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The Soul Cages is the third studio album by British musician Sting, released by A&M Records. It was originally released in 1991 and features a total of ten tracks. The album showcases Sting's introspective songwriting and explores themes of loss, grief, and redemption.

With The Soul Cages, Sting delves into his personal experiences and emotions following the death of his father. The album serves as a tribute to his late father and reflects on the complexities of their relationship. Through poignant lyrics and soulful melodies, Sting takes listeners on a journey through his own healing process.

The musical style of The Soul Cages combines elements of rock, jazz, and folk, creating a unique blend that perfectly complements the introspective nature of the lyrics. Sting's distinctive vocals are accompanied by intricate instrumentation, including guitar solos, atmospheric keyboards, and rhythmic percussion.

Standout tracks from the album include the hauntingly beautiful title track "The Soul Cages," which sets the tone for the entire record with its melancholic atmosphere. Other notable songs include "All This Time," a catchy rock anthem that deals with themes of denial and self-discovery, and "Why Should I Cry for You," a heartfelt ballad that showcases Sting's emotional vulnerability.

The Soul Cages received critical acclaim upon its release and achieved commercial success worldwide. It won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Song for its lead single "Soul Cages." The album resonates with listeners due to its deeply personal nature and universal themes of love, loss, and finding one's place in the world.

Overall, The Soul Cages is an introspective masterpiece that showcases Sting's songwriting prowess and emotional depth. Its timeless appeal makes it a must-have addition to any music collection.

The Soul Cages

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