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Stewart Copeland: Wild Concerto, Bowie Critique, and Hyena Comparisons

12/28/2025

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Stewart Copeland, the musician, recounted interrupting Paul McCartney as he was about to receive a joint.
He noted that his father worked for oil companies rather than the government, finding the latter less glamorous.
Copeland said David Bowie's albums are overrated, while he regards Simon Kirke as an underrated drummer.
His new album, Wild Concerto, features animal themes, and he compared himself to hyenas and wolves.

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Story summary

Stewart Copeland, the musician, recounted interrupting Paul McCartney as he was about to receive a joint.
He noted that his father worked for oil companies rather than the government, finding the latter less glamorous.
Copeland said David Bowie's albums are overrated, while he regards Simon Kirke as an underrated drummer.
His new album, Wild Concerto, features animal themes, and he compared himself to hyenas and wolves.