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60 Minutes April 19, 2026 5m

Stewart Copeland turns his studio into a wild orchestra

Summary

Stewart Copeland, renowned drummer of The Police, explores his musical creativity through unique collaborations with nature and sound. The transcript highlights Copeland's innovative approach to music, featuring a project with British naturalist Martin Stewart that involves recording and composing with animal sounds from hyenas, owls, and howler monkeys. Despite past creative tensions with bandmate Sting, Copeland continues to push musical boundaries through experimental soundscapes and his extensive collection of unconventional instruments. The piece ultimately showcases Copeland's playful, inventive spirit and his ongoing passion for creating distinctive musical experiences.

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