Sting Drops 'Desert Rose Reimagined' EP

New mixes and remixes of the 2000 hit single feature Middle Eastern, African, and DJ influences.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:00pm

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An abstract close-up image of shimmering, sparkling textures in high-contrast studio lighting, conceptually representing the glamour and energy of a new Sting music release.Sting's new 'Desert Rose Reimagined' EP brings a fresh, glitzy energy to one of the artist's most iconic songs.Hollywood Today

Sting has released a new EP titled 'Desert Rose Reimagined' that features three new mixes and three extended mixes of his 2000 single 'Desert Rose.' The EP includes a reimagined version by Middle Eastern-American duo Bedouin, as well as remixes from African artist and producer Zakes Bantwini and DJ/producer Darque.

Why it matters

The 'Desert Rose' single was a major hit for Sting, reaching the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and helping drive strong sales for his 1999 album 'Brand New Day.' This new EP allows Sting to revisit and reinterpret the song with fresh perspectives from diverse musical talents.

The details

The 'Desert Rose Reimagined' EP includes three new mixes and three extended mixes of the 2000 single. The reimagined version is by Middle Eastern-American duo Tamer Malki and Rami Abousabe, who perform together as Bedouin. There are also remixes from African artist and producer Zakes Bantwini and DJ/producer Darque.

  • The original 'Desert Rose' single was released in 2000.
  • Sting's 'Brand New Day' album, which featured 'Desert Rose,' was released in September 1999.
  • Sting will return to the U.S. for a new leg of his Sting 3.0 tour on May 6, 2026 in Hollywood, Florida.

The players

Sting

An English musician, singer, songwriter, and actor who rose to fame as the lead singer and bassist of the new wave rock band The Police.

Bedouin

A Middle Eastern-American musical duo consisting of Tamer Malki and Rami Abousabe, who created a reimagined version of 'Desert Rose' for the new EP.

Zakes Bantwini

A South African artist and producer who created a remix for the 'Desert Rose Reimagined' EP.

Darque

A DJ and producer who created a remix for the 'Desert Rose Reimagined' EP.

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What’s next

Sting will return to the U.S. for a new leg of his Sting 3.0 tour on May 6, 2026 in Hollywood, Florida.

The takeaway

This new 'Desert Rose Reimagined' EP allows Sting to revisit one of his biggest hits with fresh perspectives from diverse musical talents, keeping the classic song relevant and resonant for new audiences.