The Police

British rock trio

The Police were an influential rock band formed in London in 1977, consisting of Sting (Gordon Sumner) on bass and lead vocals, Andy Summers on guitar, and Stewart Copeland on drums. The band is known for their distinctive sound that blends punk, reggae, and jazz influences. They rose to fame with hits such as "Roxanne," "Message in a Bottle," and "Every Breath You Take." Over the course of their career, The Police released five studio albums, achieving widespread commercial success and critical acclaim. They won several awards, including six Grammy Awards, and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2003. Despite their relatively short time together as a band—they effectively disbanded in the mid-1980s following the Synchronicity tour—The Police left a lasting legacy on the music industry with their innovative sound and dynamic performances. They briefly reunited for a world tour from 2007 to 2008, which was one of the highest-grossing tours at the time.