Stewart Copeland: Reggae 101

If you had a chance to catch The Police over the weekend, then you’re like most people who were blown away at the pure musicianship on display at the Blaisedell Center. A few things were evident, Sting is the poster boy for healthy living, Andy Summers (the eldest at 65) plays guitar like he’s 25 and Stewart Copeland is a complete musical joy to see play live. People often think The Police is Sting’s band, but I’ve always felt that Stewart Copeland was the center of the music (Sorry Sting fans). His drum style and energy gives The Police their catchy head nodding rhythms. Check out this clip with Jools Holland to hear how methodical Copeland is about his drumming.