Sting – The Dream Of The Blue Turtles (Pre-Owned Vinyl) A&M Records 1985

Product Description

Originally released in 1985, The Dream of the Blue Turtles is the groundbreaking debut solo album from Sting, marking the beginning of an extraordinary new chapter following his success as the lead singer and bassist of The Police. Featuring unforgettable hits including "If You Love Somebody Set Them Free," "Fortress Around Your Heart," "Love Is the Seventh Wave," and "Russians," the album introduced a sophisticated new sound that blended rock, pop, jazz, reggae, and world music influences. With its thoughtful songwriting, exceptional musicianship, and polished production, The Dream of the Blue Turtles established Sting as one of the most distinctive solo artists of the 1980s.

Released on A&M Records and produced by Sting and Pete Smith, the album features an outstanding group of jazz musicians, including Branford Marsalis on saxophone, Kenny Kirkland on keyboards, Darryl Jones on bass, and Omar Hakim on drums. The album reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and earned a Grammy nomination for Album of the Year. From the infectious rhythms of "If You Love Somebody Set Them Free" to the haunting Cold War commentary of "Russians" and the atmospheric beauty of "Moon Over Bourbon Street," this landmark recording remains an essential addition to any Sting, The Police, classic rock, jazz-rock, or vintage vinyl collection.

Key Collector Details

• A&M Records – Vinyl LP

• Catalog Number: SP-3750

• Originally Released: 1985

• 12-inch Vinyl LP, 33⅓ RPM, Stereo

• Features 10 original studio recordings

• Sting's debut solo studio album following The Police

• Includes "If You Love Somebody Set Them Free," "Fortress Around Your Heart," "Russians," and "Love Is the Seventh Wave"

• Produced by Sting and Pete Smith

• Features jazz musicians Branford Marsalis, Kenny Kirkland, Darryl Jones, and Omar Hakim

• Reached No. 2 on the Billboard 200

• Grammy-nominated for Album of the Year

Track Listing

Side A

1. If You Love Somebody Set Them Free – 4:14

2. Love Is the Seventh Wave – 3:30

3. Russians – 3:57

4. Children's Crusade – 5:00

5. Shadows in the Rain – 4:56

Side B

1. We Work the Black Seam – 5:40

2. Consider Me Gone – 4:21

3. The Dream of the Blue Turtles – 1:15

4. Moon Over Bourbon Street – 3:59

5. Fortress Around Your Heart – 4:48