Sting Unveils New Song "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)"
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Sting, the 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist, has released a new song, "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)." The track is a collaborative effort with his three-piece trio, STING 3.0, featuring Dominic Miller on guitar, Chris Maas on drums, and Martin Kierszenbaum on organ.
The Song’s Rhythm and Inspiration
The song builds upon the timeless "Bo Diddley beat," named for its prominent appearance on Diddley’s 1955 self-titled single. The rhythm, a classic 3-2 clave with West African origins, has been dubbed "The Rhythm that Conquered the World" by computer scientist Dr. Godfried Toussaint.
Accompanying Music Video and Upcoming Tour
The new song arrives with an accompanying music video, featuring photo and video footage of Sting performing live. This serves as a teaser for his upcoming tour with STING 3.0, which kicks off on September 17th and 18th with back-to-back nights at Detroit’s Fillmore Theatre. The tour will visit Toronto, Philadelphia, Boston, Brooklyn, Port Chester, DC, Miami, Atlanta, Chicago, and San Francisco before concluding in true Hollywood style with two November nights at Los Angeles’ Wiltern.
Recent Projects and Releases
Sting shared his most recent album of new music, The Bridge, in 2021. Last year, he also celebrated the 30th anniversary of his record Ten Summoners Tales with an expanded edition, featuring previously unreleased alternate track versions, remixes, and live performances from locations like Newcastle, the Netherlands, and Codroipo, Italy.
Upcoming Project: "Message in a Bottle"
In 2024, Sting will collaborate on new renditions of some of his most famous songs with The Police for the dance show "Message in a Bottle." The show explores a family seeking asylum amid a refugee crisis and premiered in 2020 in London before stopping in New York City for a two-week limited engagement in May 2024.
Listen to "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)" Now
Fans can listen to Sting’s new song "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)" now on YouTube.
Conclusion
Sting’s new song "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)" is a testament to his continued creativity and dedication to his craft. With its unique blend of rhythm and melody, the song is sure to delight fans of all ages. As Sting embarks on his upcoming tour with STING 3.0, fans can look forward to experiencing his music in a new and exciting way.
FAQs
Q: What is the inspiration behind Sting’s new song "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)"?
A: The song builds upon the timeless "Bo Diddley beat," named for its prominent appearance on Diddley’s 1955 self-titled single.
Q: Who is part of Sting’s three-piece trio, STING 3.0?
A: STING 3.0 features Dominic Miller on guitar, Chris Maas on drums, and Martin Kierszenbaum on organ.
Q: What is the upcoming tour schedule for Sting and STING 3.0?
A: The tour kicks off on September 17th and 18th with back-to-back nights at Detroit’s Fillmore Theatre and will visit various cities before concluding in November at Los Angeles’ Wiltern.
Q: What is Sting’s upcoming project "Message in a Bottle"?
A: The show is a dance production that explores a family seeking asylum amid a refugee crisis and features new renditions of some of Sting’s most famous songs with The Police.
Q: Where can fans listen to Sting’s new song "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)"?
A: Fans can listen to the song now on YouTube.