Cop Out on the Beat

Frank Powell wrote the song "Cop Out on the Beat" in 1996. The Policemen's Benevolent Association of Bloomington, Illinois used the song as a tribute to fallen police officer Bill Osborn, and sold copies at their Policeman's Ball to raise funds. Its release on cassette was so well-received by both the law enforcement community and the public that it was subsequently released nationwide on CD.

"The members of the Bloomington Police Department were impressed with the way the lyrics of the song found the spirit of the men and women who patrol our streets."

-- Michael A. Scott
President P.B.P.A. Unit 21

Frank is very proud that his song was a successful fundraiser for the Bloomington P.B.P.A. and very grateful for the positive feedback he received from police officers and their supporters.

Feature Article in Local Newspaper The Pantagraph

Copies of this recording are available in bulk for organizations to use as a fundraising tool. An arrangement for the song to be recorded by local musicians and sold to raise funds can also be negotiated. Interested parties, please write to: Frank Powell.

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