STING'S THE LAST SHIP - New Album From the 16-Time Grammy® Award Winner...

June 05, 2013

Cherrytree/Interscope/A&M Records is pleased to announce a new album of original material from Sting, entitled The Last Ship, scheduled for release on September 24, 2013 (internationally on September 23, 2013).

The album is inspired by Sting's forthcoming play of the same name and explores the central themes of homecoming and self-discovery, drawing upon his memories of growing up in the shadow of the Swan Hunters Shipyard in Wallsend. His personal reminiscences illuminate universal truths - the complexity of relationships, the passage of time and the importance of family and community - to form an affecting, complex parable for our modern times.

The play, in which Sting has been creatively immersed for nearly three years, debuts on Broadway in 2014 and is a collaboration with Tony Award winners Joe Mantello (director; Wicked, Other Desert Cities), John Logan (writer; Red, Skyfall)) and Brian Yorkey (writer; Next to Normal). The Last Ship tells the story of the demise of the shipbuilding industry in 1980s Newcastle which had, for so long, shaped and overshadowed the city, its development, and its community.

The Last Ship album is produced by Rob Mathes (Sting, Eric Clapton, Elton John, Lou Reed, Carly Simon) and engineered and mixed by Donal Hodgson.

The Last Ship will be available as both a digital and physical release in two configurations - a 12-song version and a 2-disc deluxe version featuring 5 additional tracks. (The 12-song version will also be available on vinyl.) A super deluxe edition, containing 2-discs comprised of 20 tracks within special packaging, will also be sold as a physical product exclusively at Amazon.com. AmazonMP3 will be the exclusive retailer for the 20-track, super deluxe digital edition.

All physical CD formats, including the vinyl edition, are now available for pre-order at
Amazon.com. You may also pre-order the 12-song album, vinyl edition, and 2-disc deluxe package in the Official Sting Store.

Photo Credit: Frank Ockenfels

Comments
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posted by mjharris
Sharing the meaningful...
One of the things I have always admired about Sting is his willingness to share that which is meaningful for him. His humility, his heart, his past...he is truly a bard. Thanks to you 'Oh Sting the Bard' for your generosity of spirit...I know my life continues to be deeply enriched by your offerings. Margaret
posted by ahlehner
Ahlehner
Super - man!
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