The Police / BBC Studio Lost Tapes 1978–1979

This CD compiles extremely rare BBC studio sessions and broadcast recordings capturing The Police shortly after their debut. It primarily features studio session recordings made for BBC radio and television programs between 1978 and 1979. It vividly captures the raw energy of the young Police just before their global breakthrough, and the prototype of their unique new wave/reggae-rock sound that would later be perfected. Early signature songs such as “Roxanne,” “So Lonely,” “Message In A Bottle,” “Can’t Stand Losing You,” and “Walking On The Moon” can be enjoyed in different performances and arrangements than the album versions, and the CD also includes BBC interviews and live broadcast recordings. Furthermore, it includes rare live recordings from their 1981 Australian concert. This is a must-have collection for fans, capturing the golden trio of Sting, Andy Summers, and Stewart Copeland just before they were on their way to world domination. This is a valuable collection of recordings documenting The Police during a crucial period from ‘Outlandos d’Amour’ to ‘Reggatta de Blanc’. It’s a collector’s title that fully captures the raw charm of the era when the three members, who would later grow into one of the world’s biggest rock bands, were still honing their skills in clubs and on radio shows. It’s a must-have, especially for early Police fans and new wave enthusiasts. BBC Studio Lost Tapes 1978–1979 Next To You Roxanne Truth Hits Everybody So ​​Lonely Interview Message In A Bottle The Bed’s Too Big Without You Can’t Stand Losing You So Lonely Fallout The Bed’s Too Big Without You Message In A Bottle Roxanne Walking On The Moon Deathwish Bring On The Night No Time This Time Source Notes Tracks 1–4 : John Peel Sessions (November 1978) Tracks 5–7 : Capitol Radio Sessions (May 1979) Tracks 8–13 : BBC Concert File Tracks 14–16 : Festival Hall, Melbourne, Australia (February 22, 1981) Track 17 : Fat Cats Club, Miami (May 4, 1979 Sting – Bass, Vocals Andy Summers – Guitar Stewart Copeland – Drums