Retro Rock Reviews: The Police's 'Synchronicity' (1983)

Retro Rock Reviews: The Police’s ‘Synchronicity’ (1983)

admin September 30, 2024

Retro Rock Reviews: Episode 7 – The Police – ‘Synchronicity’ (1983)

Posted on September 19, 2024

It’s interesting how life’s twists can lead to unexpected journeys through music. For me, that journey began with The Police’s final studio album, ‘Synchronicity.’ Although I heard their hits like “Don’t Stand So Close To Me” and “Every Little Thing She Does is Magic” frequently on MTV, it wasn’t until “Synchronicity II” that I truly felt compelled to purchase a record. In 1983, I bought the ‘Synchronicity’ cassette, and later on, I completed my collection with a box set encompassing all their albums.

The Police stood out as a unique force in the pop rock scene. Their lyrics were something special—far from the superficial pop often dominating the airwaves. They encouraged deeper thought and reflection, elevating music to a level of intelligence I hadn’t encountered before. Join me as I delve into the essence of this remarkable album that marked the end of a legendary era for the band.

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Tags: Andy Summers, Every Breath You Take, King of Pain, Miss Gradenko, Mother, Stewart Copeland, Sting, Synchronicity, Synchronicity I, Synchronicity II, Tea in the Sahara, The Police, Vinyl, Walking In Your Footsteps, Wrapped Around Your Finger

Comment Section:

mikeladano: I missed the live viewing! Was on a call. Watching now.

2loud2oldmusic: No problem. Thanks for checking it out!

mikeladano: I enjoy the live experience, but I’m glad I still have a chance to see it.

msjadeli: Great review of a timeless album. I remember having it on cassette. That box set must have been quite an investment!

2loud2oldmusic: Appreciate it! The box set is fantastic but definitely requires time to enjoy each album. Multiple versions exist mainly for sales, encouraging enthusiasts to collect them all.

msjadeli: Exactly, it always seems to come back to making a buck!