Sting Faces Million-Pound Royalty Lawsuit from The Police Bandmates

STING SUED BY FORMER BANDMATES FOR MILLIONS IN MISSING ROYALTIES

In a shocking twist, Sting's former Police bandmates are suing him for millions of pounds in missing royalties in a bitter dispute that has been brewing for years. The 73-year-old singer is facing a High Court writ from guitarist Andy Summers and drummer Stewart Copeland, who claim they are owed a substantial amount in lost earnings.

According to sources close to the case, lawyers for the bandmates had attempted to reach an out-of-court settlement on numerous occasions but were met with resistance by Sting's camp. "This has been coming for quite some time," revealed a source to The Scholarly Note.com. "The lawyers tried repeatedly to reach a deal, but it was always a stalemate. Andy and Stewart decided there was no alternative than to take it to court."

The lawsuit, listed under 'general commercial contracts and arrangements' in the High Court's records, names Sting as defendant Gordon Matthew Sumner, along with his company Magnetic Publishing Limited. The case is expected to be a high-profile battle, given the iconic status of the band and their massive success.

One of the key issues at the heart of the dispute is Sting's alleged failure to share royalties from some of the band's most successful songs, including the chart-topping hit Every Breath You Take. This particular song has been a cash cow for Sting over the years, earning him an estimated £550,000 in annual royalties alone. However, his former bandmates were not credited as co-writers on the single.

Every Breath You Take remains one of The Police's most beloved songs and is often cited as one of the greatest singles of all time. The song's massive success propelled The Police to stardom, with their second album Reggatta De Blanc becoming a chart-topper in 1979. This was just the beginning of an incredible run for the band, who would go on to achieve four consecutive number-one albums and five UK number one singles.

Sting, however, has long been accused of not sharing his wealth equally with his former bandmates. The lawsuit is seen as a major escalation in this long-running dispute, which has sparked heated debate among fans and industry insiders alike.

Thescholarlynote.com approached Sting's representatives for comment but received no response. Summers and Copeland also declined to comment on the matter. However, sources close to the case have confirmed that the bandmates are seeking substantial damages to compensate them for their lost earnings.

As one source put it: "This is a battle about principles as much as money. Andy and Stewart feel they've been treated unfairly by Sting over the years, and this lawsuit is their way of standing up for themselves."

The outcome of the case remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: this high-stakes legal battle will have far-reaching consequences for all parties involved. Will Sting's reputation be tarnished by this very public feud? And what impact will this have on the legacy of The Police?

Only time will tell, but one thing is certain – this story has only just begun to unfold.