{"product_id":"book-eh8z","title":"Coke Machine Glow","description":"Gordon Downie, lead singer and lyricist for the popular Canadian rock band The Tragically Hip, released his first solo record, \u003ci\u003eCoke Machine Glow\u003c\/i\u003e in Spring 2001. Alongside the album, his first book of poetry and prose under the same title was published, including the lyrics to the sixteen songs on the record. Now, on the 20th anniversary year of \u003ci\u003eCoke Machine Glow\u003c\/i\u003e, fans have more to delight in: the audiobook of \u003ci\u003eCoke Machine Glow\u003c\/i\u003e and a brand new album by Downie, released posthumously. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eCoke Machine Glow\u003c\/i\u003e is a rich, haunting collection that reveals both the public and private selves of one of Canada's most enigmatic musicians. In poetry that is urban, gritty and political, as well as romantic, nostalgic and whimsical, Downie allows us a glimpse inside his world. With his acute and observing eye, he gives us snapshots of his life, both on the road and at home; he writes of loneliness and isolation; of longing and desire; of the present and the past; of dreams and nightmares; love lost and love of family. Ultimately, this book is about the distances that bridge and separate us.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Layered and deceptively simple, imbued with Downie's wit, insight, anger, compassion and rock'n'roll edge, \u003ci\u003eCoke Machine Glow\u003c\/i\u003e is a remarkable debut from a remarkable creator. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis special audiobook edition features readings from Downie's family and friends, including:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDan Ayckroyd\u003cbr\u003e Robbie Baker\u003cbr\u003e Andrew Cash\u003cbr\u003e Dave Clark\u003cbr\u003e Julie Doiron\u003cbr\u003e Charlyn Downie\u003cbr\u003e Clare Downie\u003cbr\u003e Clemens Downie\u003cbr\u003e Lou Downie\u003cbr\u003e Mike Downie\u003cbr\u003e Patrick Downie\u003cbr\u003e Paula Downie\u003cbr\u003e Willo Downie\u003cbr\u003e Johnny Fay\u003cbr\u003e Josh Finlayson\u003cbr\u003e Sarah Harmer\u003cbr\u003e Kevin Hearn\u003cbr\u003e Dave \"Billy Ray\" Koster\u003cbr\u003e Paul Langlois\u003cbr\u003e Andy Maize\u003cbr\u003e Ron MacLean\u003cbr\u003e Bruce McCulloch\u003cbr\u003e Dale Morningstar\u003cbr\u003e Larry Murphy\u003cbr\u003e Andrea Nann\u003cbr\u003e Dr. Pee\u003cbr\u003e Damian Rogers\u003cbr\u003e Jonathan Shedletzky\u003cbr\u003e Gord Sinclair\u003cbr\u003e Kaya Usher","brand":"Penguin Random House","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49325769130288,"sku":"BDeh8z","price":20.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/400794-eh8z-Square.jpg?v=1733594167","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-eh8z","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}