Episode III: Beverly Glenn-Copeland & a Lifetime of Song

Resurfacing

In this episode we explore the life and career of genre-defying artist/musician, Beverly Glenn-Copeland. From jazz-folk to new-age to children's music, Glenn-Copeland's diverse catalogue is grounded in a decades-long Buddhist practice and his black, indigenous, and trans identities. More than 40 years after his debut album, Glenn-Copeland –who is now in his 70s– found international success in the second half of the 2010's after being rediscovered by a boutique Japanese label, and subsequently was introduced to a new generation of listeners.

We also take a look at some of the artists he worked with over the years (such as jazz guitarist Lenny Breau, and songwriting legend Bruce Cockburn), and his newly assembled live band, Indigo Rising, consisting of musicians from a new generation (Bianca Palmer, Nick Dourado, Jeremy Costello, Kurt Inder & Carlie Howell). As always, deep cuts, anecdotes & the narrator's personal reflections are front and centre in painting a portrait of this highly unique artist.

Featuring music by Beverly Glenn-Copeland, as well as Lenny Breau and Bruce Cockburn. Intro theme song, credits music and narration by Avalon Rossignol-Tassonyi. Music copyright © the respective artists.