Why The Police Had To Be RUTHLESS About ANDY SUMMERS!

Stewart Copeland takes us on a journey back to the formative years of The Police, sharing personal insights and anecdotes. He delves into the challenges the band faced with their original guitarist and the bold decision to part ways in pursuit of a new musical direction. Discover the moment when fate intervened, and Andy Summers entered the picture. Copeland recounts the serendipitous encounter with Summers during a recording session, and the electrifying musical chemistry that ignited between the members of The Police. Get ready to hear firsthand accounts of the clash of musical styles, the hunger for artistic growth, and the sheer audacity that led to the birth of one of the most iconic bands in rock history. Join us as we unravel the story of how Andy Summers joined The Police, the dynamic shifts in the band's sound, and the undeniable impact it had on their trajectory. This is a rare chance to hear from a music icon, as Stewart Copeland provides a rare glimpse into the inner workings of The Police and the masterstroke that forever altered the course of their musical legacy. If you are a podcast listener, please subscribe to the 'VRP Rocks' podcast! Search for VRP Rocks on your podcast app of choice! 0:00 Diaries detailed everything! 1:00 First meeting Sting 2:00 Sting's 2 Magic Words 3:27 Introducing Sting to Punk 4:20 The starving years 5:00 The diary entries 7:45 Admiration for how hard we worked 10:20 Unreleased Demo recordings

Added 6 Jul 2026