Garland Jeffreys: The King of In Between

“The name Garland Jeffreys either means nothing to you or everything to you.”

Garland Jeffreys, the mixed-race Brooklyn native whose music defied industry norms, receives long-overdue recognition in this enlightening documentary. His unique fusion of folk, soul, and rock earned him accolades abroad, yet left him underrated at home. Jeffreys’ story, rich with archival material and featuring interviews with fans like Harvey Keitel, Laurie Anderson, Bruce Springsteen, and Vernon Reid sheds light on the life and artistry of an unclassifiable talent.