Every Breath You Take: The Singles

Released in 1986, this collection gathers together 13 of The Police's UK chart hits from 1978-1983. So it's a near perfect representation of the best of the band for the casual listener. And coming so early in the CD-era the mastering is excellent, unlike that of some later Police releases which have seen additional digital tamperings.The downside....."Synchronicity 2" (a Top-20 hit from 1983) is not included. Neither is the original 1980 recording of "Don't Stand So Close To Me", instead a 1986 re-recording from an aborted reunion project is used. So that loses the final rating at least one star.If you want all of the band's original singles (aside from their 1977 debut "Fall Out") the "Greatest Hits" compilation from 1992 is a good alternative, also with excellent sound.In conclusion, "Every Breath You Take, The Singles" is a near perfect compilation let down by the aforementioned negative couple of setlist choices. So I'll give it a 4 star rating.

The Police were one of the best bands around in the late 70s and early 80s, in my opinion. They made some truly fantastic songs, most of which feature on this hits CD. There is hardly a bad track on this album at all and they are all classic tracks. Walking On The Moon was one of the very first singles that I ever bought, so I have extra fond memories of that song, in particular. This album was originally released way back in 1986, so it is an old album now, but it still packs a musical punch that most of today's rubbish could learn a thing from. I played this CD all the way through and I loved all of the songs, though it is a pity that the original version of Don't Stand So Close To Me was not included (this album contains the 1986 version of this song). However, it is still a superb CD and I give it the full five stars, because it is relatively flawless. Play it and let the memories come flooding back! They really don't make 'em like this anymore.

The Police undoubtedly made some marvellous music together (and some pretty ropey stuff too). This CD offers a really enoyable and high quality over view of their single releases. I would expect if you are looking to buy this you will be more than familiar with their string of hits but for the less familiar: from "Roxanne" (I always think of Eddie Murphy in "48 Hours" when I hear that), to "Message In A Bottle" , "Every Breath You Take" and "Walking On The Moon", it's quality and enjoyment all the way. An excellent investment.

Good quality used cd delivered on time. Brings back memories of my youth.

Album is as good as I remember it... Shame the case was cracked!!! Not a major catastrophe as it could be replaced, and all the inlays were in pristine condition... But for that, you lose a "star"

Great item

Not one bad song on it, "Don't stand so close to me" 86 is on it which is a great version of the original classic .

all the hits and more