The Police – Every Breath You Take (The Singles) (CD, 1986, A&M Records CD 3902/DX 824, Made in Japan)

Why This CD Matters
Every Breath You Take (The Singles) collects key Police singles spanning the band’s recording career, including “Roxanne,” “Message In A Bottle,” “Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic,” and “Every Breath You Take.” The compilation also features the 1986 re-recording of “Don't Stand So Close To Me,” distinguishing it from the original 1980 single version. The collection documents the band’s progression from the reggae-influenced new wave of its early recordings to the more polished rock and pop production of its later work.

Collector Note
This 1986 U.S. A&M Records CD carries catalog number CD 3902/DX 824 and barcode 075021390225. The disc is marked “Made In Japan,” identifying it as an early Japanese-manufactured U.S.-market edition. The compilation was remastered at A&M Mastering Studios by Arnie Acosta and carries the ADD SPARS code.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+

Technical Details
Format: CD, Compilation
Label: A&M Records – CD 3902/DX 824
Country: US
Released: 1986
Genre: Rock
Style: New Wave, Pop Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Roxanne – 3:12
Can't Stand Losing You – 2:48
Message In A Bottle – 4:49
Walking On The Moon – 5:02
Don't Stand So Close To Me '86 – 4:49
De Do Do Do, De Da Da Da – 4:07
Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic – 4:19
Invisible Sun – 3:44
Spirits In The Material World – 2:58
Every Breath You Take – 4:12
King Of Pain – 4:57
Wrapped Around Your Finger – 5:13

Shipping & Handling
Cleaned with alcohol swabs.
Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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