Gordon Matthew Thomas Sumner, known as Sting, is an English musician and actor. He was the principal songwriter, lead singer, and bassist for new wave rock band the Police from 1977 to 1984. He launched a solo career in 1985, and has included elements of rock, jazz, reggae, classical, new-age, and worldbeat in his music.
Member of: The Police
Instruments: Guitar • Mandolin • Double Bass • Bass Guitar • Keyboard Instrument • Singing • Harmonica • Bass • Acoustic Guitar
Genres: Rock Music • New Wave • Pop Music • Reggae • Jazz • New Age Music • Blue-Eyed Soul
Occupations: actor, singer-songwriter, bassist, guitarist, composer, lutenist, film actor, musician, record producer