Sting's sixth solo studio album, Brand New Day, is a masterful blend of soft rock and genre-synthesising sounds, released on 24 September 1999 by A&M Records. This critically acclaimed and commercially successful album peaked at number nine on the Billboard 200 and sold over 3.5 million copies in the United States. The album's success was largely promoted by the hit single "Desert Rose", featuring Algerian RaΓ― singer Cheb Mami.
Principally recorded at Il Palagio in Italy and Mega Studios in Paris, France, Brand New Day is a testament to Sting's narrative and romantic songwriting skills. The album features 10 tracks, including the wonderfully country-jangly "Fill Her Up" and the title track, which showcases Sting's ability to craft infectious and memorable melodies.
The album's success was recognised at the 2000 Grammy Awards, where it won the award for Best Pop Album, and the title track won the award for Best Male Pop Performance. With its generous track lengths and expert studio production, Brand New Day is a multi-million selling Top 10 album that showcases Sting's skill as a singer-songwriter. The album's duration of 48 minutes is filled with a mix of upbeat and introspective tracks, making it a must-listen for fans of soft rock and Sting's unique sound.
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