Andrew James "Andy" Summers (born 31 December 1942) is an English musician, born in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire. Best known as the guitarist for the rock band The Police, he has also recorded twelve solo albums, collaborated with many other artists, toured extensively under his own name, published several books, and composed several film scores.
Early life
During Summers' childhood, his family moved to Bournemouth in Dorset, England. After several years of piano lessons, he took up the guitar at the age of thirteen. By age sixteen he was playing in local clubs and by nineteen he had moved to London with his friend Zoot Money to form Zoot Money's Big Roll Band.
Musical career
Pre-Police career
Summers' professional career began in the mid-1960s in London as the guitarist for the British rhythm and blues band Zoot Money's Big Roll Band, which eventually came under the influence of the spreading psychedelic scene and evolved into the acid rock group Dantalian's Chariot.
After the demise of Dantalion's Chariot, Summers joined The Soft Machine for a period of three months and toured the United States. For a brief time in 1968, he was a member of The Animals, then known as Eric Burdon and the Animals, with whom he recorded one album, Love Is. The album features a recording of Traffic's "Coloured Rain", which includes a guitar solo by Summers. The LP also included a reworked version of Dantalion's Chariot's sole single "Madman Running Through the Fields".
Andy Summers: His Career With The Police and Iconic Guitar Style
Andy Summers is a celebrated English guitarist and composer, best known for his work with the iconic rock band The Police. His innovative approach to guitar, characterized by a distinctive use of effects and a unique, textural style, played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of The Police during their rise to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Summers’ skillful integration of rock, reggae, and jazz influences helped create timeless hits like “Every Breath You Take” and “Message in a Bottle.”
His contributions to music have been recognized with several awards, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Andy Summers remains a revered figure in the music world, celebrated for his innovative playing style and enduring influence on contemporary guitar music.
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Andy Summers: How The Police wrote "Message in a Bottle"
In this clip, Andy Summers breaks down the structure of The Police's hit song "Message in a Bottle", and how he came up with the iconic guitar riff.
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ANDY SUMMERS | Every Breath You Take | The Cracked Lens + A Missing String Tour #guitarsolo
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40 FINGERS feat. Andy Summers - Bring On The Night (The Police)
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Andy Summers | Every Breath You Take
Andy Summers | Every Breath You Take
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Andy Summers on Recording "Every Breath You Take"
In this clip, Andy Summers talks about the trials of recording the album Synchronicity with The Police and shares some advice he received from legendary producer George Martin.
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Andy Summers | Passion or Profession?
Andy Summers | Passion or Profession?
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Andy Summers on “Every Breath You Take” #guitar #thepolice #sting #shorts
published: 05 Feb 2024
The Police’s Andy Summers opens up on his rocky relationship with Sting
Guitarist Andy Summers discusses the new documentary 'Can't Stand Losing You: Surviving the Police', the break-up, the reunion, his relationship with Sting, and interest in Lady Gaga.
Andy Summers is a celebrated English guitarist and composer, best known for his work with the iconic rock band The Police. His innovative approach to guitar, ch...
Andy Summers is a celebrated English guitarist and composer, best known for his work with the iconic rock band The Police. His innovative approach to guitar, characterized by a distinctive use of effects and a unique, textural style, played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of The Police during their rise to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Summers’ skillful integration of rock, reggae, and jazz influences helped create timeless hits like “Every Breath You Take” and “Message in a Bottle.”
His contributions to music have been recognized with several awards, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Andy Summers remains a revered figure in the music world, celebrated for his innovative playing style and enduring influence on contemporary guitar music.
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Andy Summers is a celebrated English guitarist and composer, best known for his work with the iconic rock band The Police. His innovative approach to guitar, characterized by a distinctive use of effects and a unique, textural style, played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of The Police during their rise to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Summers’ skillful integration of rock, reggae, and jazz influences helped create timeless hits like “Every Breath You Take” and “Message in a Bottle.”
His contributions to music have been recognized with several awards, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Andy Summers remains a revered figure in the music world, celebrated for his innovative playing style and enduring influence on contemporary guitar music.
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Nicholas Long
Tim Benson
Leonardo Martins da Costa Rodrigues
Eddie Perez
David Solomon
MICHAEL JOYCE
Stephen Stubbs
colin stead
Jonathan Wentworth-Linton
Patrick Payne
MATTHEW KARIS
Matthew Barouch
Shaun Samuels
Danny Kurywchak
Gregory Reedy
Sean Coleman
Alexander Verbitskiy
CL Turner
Jason Pappafotis
John Fulford
Margaret Carno
Robert C
David M Combs
Eric Flatt
Reto Spoerli
Herr Moritz Adam
Monte St. Johns
Jon Beezley
Peter DeVault
Eric Nabstedt
Eric Beggs
Rich Germano
Brian Bloom
Peter Pillitteri
In this clip, Andy Summers breaks down the structure of The Police's hit song "Message in a Bottle", and how he came up with the iconic guitar riff.
Full Inte...
In this clip, Andy Summers breaks down the structure of The Police's hit song "Message in a Bottle", and how he came up with the iconic guitar riff.
Full Interview Here: https://youtu.be/V67Fq47U4ng?si=UkfTWahdas6dG-Vt
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In this clip, Andy Summers breaks down the structure of The Police's hit song "Message in a Bottle", and how he came up with the iconic guitar riff.
Full Interview Here: https://youtu.be/V67Fq47U4ng?si=UkfTWahdas6dG-Vt
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👂— The Beato Ear Training Program - $99.00 value
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NEW DATES : Australia and New Zealand
📸 🎸The Cracked Lens + A Missing String : An evening with Andy Summers
Indulge in an unforgettable experience as I delve ...
NEW DATES : Australia and New Zealand
📸 🎸The Cracked Lens + A Missing String : An evening with Andy Summers
Indulge in an unforgettable experience as I delve into my world of literature, cinema, photography... and of course, guitar strings.
Tickets : https://linktr.ee/andysummers_official
Filmed, directed and edited by Archie Brooksbank @bladesman_
NEW DATES : Australia and New Zealand
📸 🎸The Cracked Lens + A Missing String : An evening with Andy Summers
Indulge in an unforgettable experience as I delve into my world of literature, cinema, photography... and of course, guitar strings.
Tickets : https://linktr.ee/andysummers_official
Filmed, directed and edited by Archie Brooksbank @bladesman_
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40 Fingers Management: [email protected]
Listen on Spotify & Apple Music: https://lnk.to/BringOnTheNightAp
Original music by The Police, arranged and played by 40 Fingers and Andy Summers.
Filmed during Andy's photo exhibition "Harmonics of the Night" in Hamburg, Germany.
A video by Zunami Film Studio
Audio by Matteo Brenci
Special thanks to: Tarquin Gotch, Manfred Seipt
40 Fingers uses D'addario strings and accessories
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40 Fingers Management: [email protected]
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Original music by The Police, arranged and played by 40 Fingers and Andy Summers.
Filmed during Andy's photo exhibition "Harmonics of the Night" in Hamburg, Germany.
A video by Zunami Film Studio
Audio by Matteo Brenci
Special thanks to: Tarquin Gotch, Manfred Seipt
40 Fingers uses D'addario strings and accessories
https://www.daddario.com/artists/guitar/40-fingers/
In this clip, Andy Summers talks about the trials of recording the album Synchronicity with The Police and shares some advice he received from legendary produce...
In this clip, Andy Summers talks about the trials of recording the album Synchronicity with The Police and shares some advice he received from legendary producer George Martin.
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In this clip, Andy Summers talks about the trials of recording the album Synchronicity with The Police and shares some advice he received from legendary producer George Martin.
Full Interview Here: https://youtu.be/V67Fq47U4ng?si=8qTVkTlZoQooC2-I
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🎸— The Quick Lessons Pro Guitar Course - $79.00 value
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Guitarist Andy Summers discusses the new documentary 'Can't Stand Losing You: Surviving the Police', the break-up, the reunion, his relationship with Sting, and...
Guitarist Andy Summers discusses the new documentary 'Can't Stand Losing You: Surviving the Police', the break-up, the reunion, his relationship with Sting, and interest in Lady Gaga.
Guitarist Andy Summers discusses the new documentary 'Can't Stand Losing You: Surviving the Police', the break-up, the reunion, his relationship with Sting, and interest in Lady Gaga.
Andy Summers is a celebrated English guitarist and composer, best known for his work with the iconic rock band The Police. His innovative approach to guitar, characterized by a distinctive use of effects and a unique, textural style, played a pivotal role in shaping the sound of The Police during their rise to fame in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Summers’ skillful integration of rock, reggae, and jazz influences helped create timeless hits like “Every Breath You Take” and “Message in a Bottle.”
His contributions to music have been recognized with several awards, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Andy Summers remains a revered figure in the music world, celebrated for his innovative playing style and enduring influence on contemporary guitar music.
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Terence Mark
Farren Mahjoor
Jason Murray
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Alexander Young
Jason Wagner
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Nicholas Long
Tim Benson
Leonardo Martins da Costa Rodrigues
Eddie Perez
David Solomon
MICHAEL JOYCE
Stephen Stubbs
colin stead
Jonathan Wentworth-Linton
Patrick Payne
MATTHEW KARIS
Matthew Barouch
Shaun Samuels
Danny Kurywchak
Gregory Reedy
Sean Coleman
Alexander Verbitskiy
CL Turner
Jason Pappafotis
John Fulford
Margaret Carno
Robert C
David M Combs
Eric Flatt
Reto Spoerli
Herr Moritz Adam
Monte St. Johns
Jon Beezley
Peter DeVault
Eric Nabstedt
Eric Beggs
Rich Germano
Brian Bloom
Peter Pillitteri
In this clip, Andy Summers breaks down the structure of The Police's hit song "Message in a Bottle", and how he came up with the iconic guitar riff.
Full Interview Here: https://youtu.be/V67Fq47U4ng?si=UkfTWahdas6dG-Vt
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📘— The Beato Book Interactive - $99.00 value
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NEW DATES : Australia and New Zealand
📸 🎸The Cracked Lens + A Missing String : An evening with Andy Summers
Indulge in an unforgettable experience as I delve into my world of literature, cinema, photography... and of course, guitar strings.
Tickets : https://linktr.ee/andysummers_official
Filmed, directed and edited by Archie Brooksbank @bladesman_
https://www.instagram.com/40fingersofficial
https://www.facebook.com/40fingersguitarquartet
40 Fingers Management: [email protected]
Listen on Spotify & Apple Music: https://lnk.to/BringOnTheNightAp
Original music by The Police, arranged and played by 40 Fingers and Andy Summers.
Filmed during Andy's photo exhibition "Harmonics of the Night" in Hamburg, Germany.
A video by Zunami Film Studio
Audio by Matteo Brenci
Special thanks to: Tarquin Gotch, Manfred Seipt
40 Fingers uses D'addario strings and accessories
https://www.daddario.com/artists/guitar/40-fingers/
In this clip, Andy Summers talks about the trials of recording the album Synchronicity with The Police and shares some advice he received from legendary producer George Martin.
Full Interview Here: https://youtu.be/V67Fq47U4ng?si=8qTVkTlZoQooC2-I
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📘— The Beato Book Interactive - $99.00 value
🎸 — Beato Beginner Guitar - $159.00 value
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🎸— The Quick Lessons Pro Guitar Course - $79.00 value
… all for just $99.00
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Guitarist Andy Summers discusses the new documentary 'Can't Stand Losing You: Surviving the Police', the break-up, the reunion, his relationship with Sting, and interest in Lady Gaga.
Andrew James "Andy" Summers (born 31 December 1942) is an English musician, born in Poulton-le-Fylde, Lancashire. Best known as the guitarist for the rock band The Police, he has also recorded twelve solo albums, collaborated with many other artists, toured extensively under his own name, published several books, and composed several film scores.
Early life
During Summers' childhood, his family moved to Bournemouth in Dorset, England. After several years of piano lessons, he took up the guitar at the age of thirteen. By age sixteen he was playing in local clubs and by nineteen he had moved to London with his friend Zoot Money to form Zoot Money's Big Roll Band.
Musical career
Pre-Police career
Summers' professional career began in the mid-1960s in London as the guitarist for the British rhythm and blues band Zoot Money's Big Roll Band, which eventually came under the influence of the spreading psychedelic scene and evolved into the acid rock group Dantalian's Chariot.
After the demise of Dantalion's Chariot, Summers joined The Soft Machine for a period of three months and toured the United States. For a brief time in 1968, he was a member of The Animals, then known as Eric Burdon and the Animals, with whom he recorded one album, Love Is. The album features a recording of Traffic's "Coloured Rain", which includes a guitar solo by Summers. The LP also included a reworked version of Dantalion's Chariot's sole single "Madman Running Through the Fields".
Creep in through my window Dance upon the wall Come in here beside me Climb into my soul Take me to the water, Down into the cool Everlasting memory Everlasting pool Aching in the darkness Burning in the sun Calling from the water This life has just begun Strength of blood and muscle Life of wood and bone Searching for a fire Searching for a home... Home...home...home... Crouching in the darkness Hiding in the stone Trembling in the darkness This man is not alone Hit me by the memory Hurt me to the bone Make my fists with starlight Carry me back home... Home... (HOME.) (HOME.) Ay...yah (HOME.) Ay...yah Ay...yah Ay...yah Ay...yah Ay...yah (Ay-yah, ay-yah, we say "ay-yah", ay-yah) Ay...yah (Ay-yah, ay-yah, we say "ay-yah", ay-yah) Ay...yah (Ay-yah, ay-yah, we say "ay-yah", ay-yah) Ay...yah (Ay-yah, ay-yah, we say "ay-yah", ay-yah) Hear them say ay-yah... (Ay-yah, ay-yah, we say "ay-yah", ay-yah) Hear them say ay-yah... (Ay-yah, ay-yah, we say "ay-yah", ay-yah)