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- Members: Sting, Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland
- Years Active: 1977-1986, 2007 - 2008
- Hometown: London, England
- Record Labels: Illegal, A&M; and Polydor
- Associated Acts: Oysterhead, Gizmo
- Reunited in 2007 for a world tour
- Sold over 50 million albums worldwide
- Played their first U.S. show at CBGB's nightclub in 1978
- Final concert: August 7, 2008
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The Police are a three-part British rock band consisting of members Sting, Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland. They became internationally popular during the 1980s. Their style of music was influenced by jazz, reggae and punk. Since forming, the group has sold over 50 million albums worldwide. Rolling Stone ranked them as one of the 100 Greatest Bands of All Time.
The band broke up in mid-80s but reunited in 2007 for a world tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their hit single "Roxanne" and their formation as a group. The band's final show was held in New York City on August 7, 2008.
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The Police Questions
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Do you think excessive force was used by the Minneapolis police against Derryl Jenkins? 2 AnswersAbsolutely! I've read the story and have seen the video and in my opinion excessive force was used. With today's technology in devices such as tazer guns and... read more -
Open Thread: Texas cops in trouble after letting "Bambi" hold a gun and pose on police cruiser 1 AnswerIt was unreasonable to punish the deputies, especially under the circumstances. Police are not on duty 24 hours, even if they are always on call they can relax ... read more
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Is the chief of police accountable to the city Mayor? 2 AnswersWhich city? It makes a difference, of course. read more
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The Police Timeline
- January, 1977: Drummer Stewart Copeland and Sting record Fall Out
- July, 1977: Original line-up performs as "The Elevators"
- 1978: Debut album, Outlandos d'Amour released
- March, 1980: First world tour
- 1983: Release of the last Police studio album, Synchronicity
- 2006: Documentary about the band, Everyone Stares: The Police Inside Out
- February 11, 2007: Reunites to open the Grammy Awards
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@jilevin In some towns you can get a pizza delivered faster than the police. I don't like guns ,but I don't think they should be outlawed
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