Los Angeles-based The Police Academy is a tribute to The Police that moves from the band’s early stripped-down punk sound to later synth-driven hits, with a set that includes Message in a Bottle, Every Breath You Take, and deeper cuts like Synchronicity II.

The Police Academy is a Los Angeles tribute to The Police focused on the range of the band’s catalog, from the raw, stripped-down edge of the early records to the more intricate, synth-led material from the later years.

The lineup features Joshua Jones, Jon McCracken, and Christian Hernandez. Their shared rock and jazz background aligns with the musical roots of Sting, Stewart Copeland, and Andy Summers, and that foundation comes through in the band’s approach to the material.

Each member is also involved in tribute acts including Jumping Jack Flash, Wild Child, and The Fab Four, bringing experience from those projects into this show. The performance pairs accuracy with a sense of humor and showmanship that works for both casual listeners and dedicated Police fans.

The set draws on major radio staples such as Message in a Bottle and Every Breath You Take, while also making room for deeper cuts including Murder by Numbers and Synchronicity II. For buyers, it is a clear, recognizable Police tribute built around songs people know, with enough depth for audiences who want more than just the biggest hits.