Name: Keyboard Fantasies
Brand: Beverly Glenn-Copeland

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

TRANS460X

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Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: Yes

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

180 Gram Vinyl Housed in Gatefold Sleeve with Printed Inner.

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2021-04-09

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

PIAS

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5400863037505

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

TRANS460CD

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Download code: No

Digisleeve with 8 page Booklet.

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5400863037512

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Beverly Glenn-Copeland

Genre GB

Jazz

Label GB

Transgressive

Beverly Glenn-Copeland is a singer and songwriter who was born in Philadelphia but has spent most of his life and career in Canada. He is a trans man known for his folk music that incorporates jazz, classical, and blues elements. With an extensive career, he has collaborated with various artists and even worked as a writer on Sesame Street. Additionally, Glenn-Copeland entertained children for twenty-five years on the Canadian television show Mr. Dressup. However, he gained significant recognition for his 1986 electronic album Keyboard Fantasies, which was rediscovered and celebrated in the 2010s.
Keyboard Fantasies was recorded using equipment such as a Yamaha DX7 and a Roland TR-707. This album received acclaim even before Glenn-Copeland's gender transition became public knowledge. In fact, it was selected as one of the 70 greatest recordings by women by The Stranger.
Discover Beverly Glenn-Copeland's unique blend of genres and captivating musical talent through his diverse discography that spans decades.

Transgressive is a record label founded by Mike Williams and Toby Langley. With a focus on discovering and nurturing new talent, Transgressive has become known for its diverse roster of artists spanning various genres. The label has been responsible for launching the careers of several successful musicians and continues to be at the forefront of the music industry. For more information about the company's credits, please visit their profile page.

Watch the brilliant new film <a href="https://www.modernfilms.com/keyboardfantasies/roughtrade">KEYBOARD FANTASIES: The Beverly Glenn-Copeland Story</a> and join a special online event on Friday 9th April hosted by Jay Bernard with guests Posy Dixon (director) and Beverly Glenn-Copeland.

35th anniversary reissue of legendary Canadian / American singer, composer and transgender activist Beverly Glenn-Copeland’s seminal work. An ahead-of-it’s-time synth exploration which somehow combines the essence of new-age minimalism, early Detroit techno and the warmth of traditional songwriting.

His third album, Keyboard Fantasies was originally self-released on cassette in 1986. Initially over-looked by mainstream media, it caught the ear of a Japanese collector who contacted the artist in 2015 and asked for copies to sell. These sold out instantly and led to more copies being distributed… and multiple offers from record labels

This reissue features stunning alternative cover artwork and liner notes by Robyn and is only the second time the album has been repressed (and previous repress was very limited); it is also the first time the album has been available on CD. This format is a digi-sleeve with spot gloss to the cover + 8-page booklet.

Keyboard Fantasies

Music GB

Discover Keyboard Fantasies by Beverly Glenn-Copeland. 35th anniversary reissue on Transgressive. Available in CD, LP, and Tape formats. A synth exploration ahead of its time.