The prolific Van Morrison is releasing his 34th studio album this week, Born To Sing: No Plan B. Check out the latest installment of Redbeard's In The Studio and hear about the new record, plus listen to the legendary Irish singer/songwriter talk to the BBC's John Bennett about his influences, the music industry and why he's long cherished his anonymity.

Born To Sing: No Plan B was produced and recorded by Morrison himself in his native Belfast, Ireland.

Listen to the in-depth interview below.

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