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Strange Things Happen

By: Stewart Copeland
Narrated by: Stewart Copeland
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A remarkable memoir from the legendary drummer with The Police.

Stewart Copeland is a genuine rock legend. As the drummer with The Police he was part of the biggest rock band in the world. They sold over 50 million records, won 2 Brits and 5 Grammys and were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. When they reformed in 2007 they played to nearly 4 million fans on a record-breaking world tour which grossed over $400m.

But his time with The Police is just a tiny part of his story.

Growing up in Lebanon, unaware that his dad was a major US spy. Being best friends with Kim Philby’s son. Singing in the choir in Wells Cathedral. Performing arts college in San Diego. Drumming with prog-rock gods Curved Air. Appearing on TOTP as Klark Kent in full camoflage make-up. Spray painting The Police logos around London at night. Rock stardom and fan obsessions. Filming experimental movies with a pygmy tribe. Playing polo against Prince Charles. Recording the score to Rumblefish with Francis Ford Coppola looking on. Composing operas. Reforming the band. Arguing with Sting. Embarking on one of the biggest tours of all time as he approaches sixty.

These are just a few of the episodes covered in this revelatory autobiography. It is destined to be a must-read for thousands of Police fans and music enthusiasts.

Strange Things Happen is an unforgettable memoir from a musician who has earned his place in rock history.

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some fun and interesting insight to one if Rock's great, interesting characters voiced by the nan himself.

great yarns

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Fantastic book with great insight into Stewart’s life and career in a candid, honest, and engaging manner…

Insightful & honest !

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Loved it. Grear narrator and storyteller as well as phenomenal musical talent. Should make a film of it.

Great delivery

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Having heard Stewart Copeland in rockenteur mode many times, this looked like a fair punt and it was well worth it. Strangely enough, Sting's autobiography kind-of stops where this starts so, if you are a fan, it's rewarding to get the full picture. Much as I love the music, it's interesting to see where all that talent goes when it cannot be contained through compromise.

A wander behind the scenes of The Police.

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if your formative years included listening and enjoying The Police, then you will appreciate this book and although they only lasted a few years., his musical journey is quite incredible. Its well narrated and includes occasional music written by him.

A stand out piece of work

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