The logical question after a near watershed debut is would the follow up album live up to expectations, or would The Police fall into the same knarled Sophomore trap like so many of their brethren. The Police vaulted to stardom relatively quickly on the heels of their 1978 debut, “Outlandos d’Armour,” an energetic, well written effort that rode the wave of buzz generated by memorable singles “Roxanne,” “Can’t Stand Losing You,” and “So Lonely.” The record was an effective launching pad for Sting and company, showcasing the initial stages of their vast musicianship colliding with focused energy and mostly streamlined songwriting. Many theories abound regarding its alienating presence, but regardless if it stems from growing pains, a lack of fresh ideas, or fatigue, legions of bands throughout rock history have been saddled with the overwhelming pressure of crafting a solid successor to a landmark debut album. One of the more dreaded quandaries in music is the all too common, almost stereotypical sophomore slump. Part 2: Reggatta De Blanc - The step back Review Summary: A slight Sophomore stumble.
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