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Published on Jan 17, 2026

Sting Settles Royalty Dispute with Police Bandmates for £595,000

Well folks, hold onto your guitars because the saga of Sting vs. The Police just got spicy! In what can only be described as a bass-heavy legal showdown, Sting has decided to cough up over £595,000 to his former bandmates, Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland …

Source: Times News Global - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 15, 2026

‘A nasty little song, really rather evil’: how Every Breath You Take tore Sting and the Police apart

This week’s high court hearings between Sting and his former bandmates in the Police, Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers, are the latest chapter in the life of a song whose negative energy seems to have seeped out into real life. Every Breath You Take is …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on Jan 17, 2026

The Police Songs With Sting's Corniest-Ever Lyrics

For a band that only produced five studio albums from 1978 to 1983, the Police certainly were influential. Eight Grammy nominations, five Grammy wins, 75 million albums sold, and that lucrative sample of "Every Breath You Take" that got used …

Source: Grunge - Neutral
Published on Jan 17, 2026

3 Songs From the 1980s That Should Have Never Been Released

Some songs just should have never been released, for one reason or another. Maybe their lyrics are awful, maybe their makers have explicitly said that the songs themselves should never have come to be. Either way, they made it to the airwaves anyway. And …

Source: American Songwriter - Pending
Published on Jan 17, 2026

A Force of Nature—and His Tour de Force

You’re reading Dispatch Culture, our new weekly newsletter exploring the world beyond politics. To unlock all of our stories, podcasts, community benefits, and our newest feature, Dispatch Voiced, which allows you to listen to our written stories in your …

Source: The Dispatch - Center-right
Published on Jan 15, 2026

Live Review: Stewart Copeland – Have I Said Too Much? @ Forum II, Melbourne

There are no contrived jokes here, no script; all Copeland needs to carry the entire evening are his personality and his recollections of an extraordinary life well lived. Stewart Copeland(Source: Supplied) Stewart CopelandEvery so often, in amongst all …

Source: The Music.com.au - Neutral
Published on Jan 15, 2026

Sting Pays Former The Police Bandmates Over $800K in Royalty Dispute

According to media reports BBC British musician Sting paid his former bandmates in The Police – guitarist Andy Summers and drummer Stewart Copeland – more than $800,000. The payment came after the colleagues filed a lawsuit alleging systematic underpayment …

Source: Mezha - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 15, 2026

The Rise And Fall Of The Police: “It turned into a very loud hellscape…”

Formed in 1977 by American drummer Stewart Copeland and former teacher Gordon Sumner – aka Sting, The Police rode the coattails of punk to become one of the most successful bands of the era, selling over 75 million records worldwide. Tensions between …

Source: Mojo - Neutral
Published on Jan 15, 2026

Sting, ex-Police band mates in royalty battle

LONDON — London's High Court on Wednesday began hearing a lawsuit brought against the singer Sting by his former Police bandmates claiming some $2 million in unpaid streaming royalties. Guitarist Andy Summers and drummer Stewart Copeland are taking …

Source: The Manila Times - Indeterminate
Published on Jan 15, 2026

The Police's Royalty Battle Pits Streaming vs. Physical Sales

Sting has paid his former Police bandmates more than $800,000 in royalty fees since Andy Summers and Stewart Copeland sued him late last year, according to the BBC. They say it's not nearly enough. Copeland and Summers filed a lawsuit against Sting and …

Source: Z100 Classic Rock - Montana - Pending
Published on Jan 15, 2026

Sting ‘pays former Police bandmates £600,000 in royalties’ as lawsuit continues

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Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on Jan 15, 2026

Sting Pays Police Bandmates Disputed Royalties

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – JUNE 29: Sting, Stewart Copeland and Andy Summers of The Police take a final bow and wave the crowd farewell after performing on stage on Day 2 of ‘Hard Rock Calling’ on June 29th, 2008, in Hyde Park, London, England. This was the …

Source: ALT 105.1 - Kentucky - Pending
Published on Jan 15, 2026

Sting pays £600k to The Police bandmates over royalties row

Sting has transferred more than £600,000 to his former Police bandmates since they initiated legal proceedings against him over streaming royalties, London's High Court heard on Wednesday. The 74-year-old musician, born Gordon Sumner, made the payment …

Source: GB News - Right-wing
Published on Jan 14, 2026

Sting pays Police bandmates nearly £650,000 as royalties row reaches High Court

Sting has paid his former Police bandmates almost £650,000 amid a long-running dispute over royalty payments, newly released court documents have revealed. The singer, 72, made the payment to guitarist Andy Summers and drummer Stewart Copeland after they …

Source: Yahoo News - United Kingdom - Center-left
Published on Jan 14, 2026

Sting has paid £600,000 to Police bandmates after they started suing him, court hears in row over streaming royalties

Sting has paid his former bandmates in The Police £600,000 since they started suing him over unpaid streaming royalties, London's High Court has been told. The 74-year-old bassist, along with his company Magnetic Publishing, is said to owe more than $2 …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Jan 14, 2026

Sting pays £595k to The Police bandmates, court hears

Sting has paid £595,000 to his former The Police bandmates since facing legal action over unpaid royalties, the High Court has heard. Drummer Stewart Copeland and guitarist Andrew Summers contend they are owed more than $2m (£1.49m) in "arranger's …

Source: Soleil Radio - Pending
Published on Jan 14, 2026

Police royalties case reaches London’s High Court – Sting has now paid $800,000 to Summers and Copeland

Share Share this article Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google The Police royalties case has hit the High Court in London and Sting has admitted that since his two ex-bandmates launched legal proceedings last year he has paid Andy Summers and …

Source: MusicRadar - Pending
Published on Jan 14, 2026

Sting pays Police bandmates £600,000 in royalties

Mark Savage,music correspondentand Lizo Mzimba,culture correspondent, High Court, London ShareSave The Police, pictured on tour in Japan in 1981, from left to right: Andy Summers, Sting and Stewart Copeland Sting has paid his former bandmates in The Police …

Source: BBC - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jan 14, 2026

Every cent you take: Sting, ex-Police band mates in royalty battle

London’s High Court on Wednesday began hearing a lawsuit brought against the singer Sting by his former Police bandmates claiming some $2 million in unpaid streaming royalties. Guitarist Andy Summers and drummer Stewart Copeland are taking legal action …

Source: Digital Journal - Neutral

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Published on January 18, 2026 - 01:51 GMT

Mardi Gras In Memphis returns with culture, music & community as Jazze Pha and Sen London Lamar are crowned King & Queen

iHeartMedia Joins as Official Media Partner for Mardi Gras In Memphis 2026 MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mardi Gras In Memphis returns February 6–8, 2026, for a three-day cultural celebration honoring the …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 21:00 GMT

Join Us Jan. 27 to Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. In Event: Creating Dr. King’s Beloved Community Through Art & Music

Livestream on 1/27 at 5:30 PM ET: Creating Dr. King’s Beloved Community Through Art & Music will be at Paul Robeson House & Museum with UPenn’s MLK Symposium. PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on January 17, 2026 - 22:22 GMT

Aurelian Ushers in a New Era of K-Pop Trap with Ethereal Sounds

UT, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rising recording artist Aurelian (professionally known as Elora Birdwell) is rapidly establishing herself as a singular and compelling voice in global pop music. Blending cinematic …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 16:33 GMT

NEON X Releases Heartbeat Theory Album & Music Video — January 17, 2026

TORONTO, CANADA, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEON X announces the release of Heartbeat Theory, arriving January 17, 2026, on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. Heartbeat Theory marks a major creative milestone for NEON X, …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 12:29 GMT

The SPOZZ Music Network Turns Artist Websites Into a Home for Fan Communities

SPOZZ delivers artist-controlled stages designed for music experiences, community, and direct fan support. ZURICH, ZH, SWITZERLAND, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artists Need a Home for Their Fan Communities. SPOZZ Delivers It. SPOZZ …

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Published on January 17, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

Creative Repute CEO to be a Panelist, on Jan. 27th, 2026, at Livestreamed Special Event Honoring Dr. MLK Jr. in Philly

Creating Dr. King’s Beloved Community Through Art & Music on 1/27 is a public livestream at 5:30 PM ET with Paul Robeson House & Museum and Penn's MLK Symposium PHILADELPHIA, PA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 17:22 GMT

Mae Stroshane Blends Music, Mystery, And Hope In 'The Mysterious Mr. Banes'

An imaginative novel that asks whether art can return from the past to change the future—and whether belief itself can become an act of courage. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Mae Stroshane …

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Published on January 13, 2026 - 17:42 GMT

Too Lost Acquires MAYK’s ‘Social Meme Music’ Catalog—Cementing Role in UGC Music Era

Too Lost has acquired the full catalog of MAYK, the UGC music creation platform behind a wave of viral ‘social meme music’ popularized on social media platforms NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, January 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Music …

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Published on January 18, 2026 - 01:51 GMT

Mardi Gras In Memphis returns with culture, music & community as Jazze Pha and Sen London Lamar are crowned King & Queen

iHeartMedia Joins as Official Media Partner for Mardi Gras In Memphis 2026 MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mardi Gras In Memphis returns February 6–8, 2026, for a three-day cultural celebration honoring the …

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Published on January 18, 2026 - 01:41 GMT

Danny DeGennaro and Bob Weir paths crossed in the 80s Tribute for Grateful Dead Family Band 'Kingfish' Created in Honor

Kingfish Band had numerous versions over the years . Several original members join to create album in their honor. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 1980s were a time of musical experimentation and …

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Published on January 17, 2026 - 00:34 GMT

La Original Banda El Limón de Salvador Lizárraga presenta 'Team Anticupido'

Un nuevo sencillo que marca una evolución histórica en sus 61 años de trayectoria LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- La Original Banda El Limón de Salvador Lizárraga, una de las instituciones más emblemáticas …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 22:17 GMT

Swiftball Kicks Off National Tour with High Energy, Era Inspired Prom in Oklahoma City

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Rebel Events is proud to launch its national Swiftball tour with a high energy, 18+ prom celebration inspired by the iconic eras of one of pop music’s …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 19:57 GMT

Director, Writer, Producer Jefery Levy Dead at 67

Director, Writer and Producer Jefery Levy has passed away at the age of 67. BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The death of Director, Writer and Producer Jefery Levy was announced by his family today. …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 17:58 GMT

‘Don’t Fall Between the Daylight’: John Michael Ferrari Releases Powerful Anthem of Hope and Human Connection

“Don’t Fall Between the Daylight” is a compassionate, life-affirming single confronting despair and reminding listeners they are never alone. PAHRUMP, NV, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Released January 15, 2026, on all …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 16:33 GMT

NEON X Releases Heartbeat Theory Album & Music Video — January 17, 2026

TORONTO, CANADA, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEON X announces the release of Heartbeat Theory, arriving January 17, 2026, on Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music. Heartbeat Theory marks a major creative milestone for NEON X, …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 16:06 GMT

En présence de Turki Alalshikh… Riyad accueille demain la 6ᵉ édition des JOY AWARDS – « Entertainment Makers Awards »

Avec la participation d’un large éventail de stars arabes et internationales issues du cinéma, des arts, des séries et du sport. RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dans le cadre d’un événement artistique très attendu, …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

KiTbetter Partners with ThinkIndie Distribution to Bring the KiTalbum Format to Independent Record Stores Nationwide

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- KiTbetter announces a new partnership with ThinkIndie Distribution, the long-running distribution company founded by the Coalition of Independent Music Stores. As of December …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 15:54 GMT

In the presence of Turki Alalshikh Riyadh to host tomorrow the 6th edition of the JOY AWARDS Entertainment Makers Awards

With the participation of a star-studded lineup of Arab and international celebrities from arts, cinema, drama, and sports RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a highly anticipated entertainment event presented by the …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Global Soul Networks Launches New YouTube Talk Show 'Success on the Move'

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tyrone Jackson's Global Soul Networks announces the launch of its newest YouTube talk show, Success on the Move, a weekly interview series dedicated to highlighting …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 12:29 GMT

The SPOZZ Music Network Turns Artist Websites Into a Home for Fan Communities

SPOZZ delivers artist-controlled stages designed for music experiences, community, and direct fan support. ZURICH, ZH, SWITZERLAND, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Artists Need a Home for Their Fan Communities. SPOZZ Delivers It. SPOZZ …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 11:00 GMT

Charlie Cruz unveils 'Ella No Tiene La Culpa', marking a bold new chapter in his artistic journey

Charlie Cruz releases “Ella No Tiene La Culpa,” marking a new artistic chapter with a renewed sound, elite production, and strong international projection. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Puerto Rican salsa icon Charlie …

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Published on January 16, 2026 - 09:55 GMT

Make a Wish: 2002 Unveils The Wishing Well, Their Most Enchanting Album Yet

Today, Galactic Playground Music announces the release of The Wishing Well by 2002. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, January 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Renowned New Age ensemble 2002 — celebrated for their ethereal soundscapes and celestial …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 21:33 GMT

King Koro Announces New Christian R&B Single 'Ready Ready Live'

MIDLAND, TX, TX, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Independent Christian R&B artist Korey Wynn, known by his stage name King Koro, is gearing up to release his powerful new single “Ready Ready Live.” The track will be …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 20:52 GMT

SCARED TO DEATH - Irreverent New Horror-Comedy - Opening in Theatres Nationwide Friday, March 13, 2026

Director Paul Boyd Unites horror legends Lin Shaye & Bill Moseley, Rock icon Kurt Deimer, Daytime’s Beloved Victoria Konefal & Hollywood Royalty Rae Dawn Chong LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atlas …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Kate Kristine Starts 2026 With Momentum as She Releases stranger i can’t tell

The emotionally rich single highlights her evolving sound and new collaboration with Release Global. NASHVILLE, AR, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rising indie-folk / alternative artist Kate Kristine has officially partnered with …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 14:45 GMT

INHOPE and Block Strengthen Partnership to Drive Cross-Sector Action Against Online Child Sexual Abuse

Leading financial technology company joins global network in expanded collaboration to protect children online. AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- INHOPE, the global network of hotlines combating online child sexual …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 14:18 GMT

Clarity Unveils Heartfelt New Single ‘Hurt My Heart’ Showcasing Poignant Storytelling and Genre-Bending Pop

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- San Francisco-based singer-songwriter Clarity Liao unveils her latest single, “Hurt My Heart”, a poignant pop track that blends vulnerability, technical prowess, and …

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Published on January 15, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

THE RENAISSANCE OF ODDITY TODD – ORIGINAL SCI-FI FANTASY FEATURE PLANTS A FLAG FOR NEW IP

Creator-Owned Debut from Filmmaker Noah Marks Leans Into Handcrafted Worldbuilding at a Time When Hollywood Doubles Down on What He Calls “Safe” IP HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, January 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a moment when Hollywood …

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