Gord Downie's 2001 solo project Coke Machine Glow to be reissued with a new poetry audiobook The expanded release features the Coke Machine Glow audiobook, a complete reading of the late Downie's original book of poetry by family members, band members and friends â including celebrity names like Sarah Harmer, Dan Aykroyd, Ron MacLean and Bruce McCulloch. Social Sharing The 20th anniversary reissue of Downie's solo album and debut collection of poetry will be released on Aug. 27 Posted: Jul 20, 2021 3:49 PM ET | Last Updated: July 20 Tragically Hip front man Gord Downie released Coke Machine Glow to accompany his first solo album in 2001.(Chris Wattie/Reuters/Knopf Canada)