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Oct 2, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day October 2 1981 – Ghost in the Machine Was Released by The Police.

On this day October 2 1981, Ghost in the Machine by The Police was released. It was the band’s fourth studio album and marked a bold evolution in their sound, incorporating more complex arrangements, darker lyrical themes, and a broader range of musical influences including jazz, reggae, and new wave.

The album featured several hit singles that became staples of 1980s rock, including Every Little Thing She...

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