The Police

Outlandos d’Amour

First released1978

Outlandos d'Amour, The Police's debut album released in 1978, was recorded at the famous Chateau de Marouatte studio in Surrey, England under the production of Stewart Copeland and Kim Turner. The album was engineered by Nigel Gray, who became a key collaborator with the band on subsequent projects. The band recorded the album on a relatively modest budget with limited studio time, which contributed to its raw, energetic sound that helped define the emerging post-punk and new wave movements. The recording sessions captured the band's distinctive blend of reggae rhythms, punk energy, and pop sensibilities, with notable tracks like "Roxanne" and "Can't Stand Losing You" becoming early hits that showcased their innovative approach to song structure and production.