Julyan Levy is PhD researcher and musician (under the name Demon 11). He is currently researching plant agency and diverse economies at Coventry University.

Firstly, exploring the concept of plant agency and its significance in shaping today’s world. Then asking what are the links between plant agency and alternative economies and could a more attentive relationship with plants have a transformative and positive impact on the polycrisis we find ourselves entangled in?

As Demon 11, Levy has been writing, recording and performing for over 35 years. His music is eclectic ranging from personal, reflective, lyrical songs to sequenced beats and ambient soundscapes.

Julyan trained and worked as a chef/cook throughout his 20s and 30s. He gained a PGCE in secondary geography in 2019 going on to teach at various state schools alongside teaching at Sands democratic school in Devon for two years.

He has recently become a member of the Community Economies Research Network (CERN) and continues to be a part of the Green Party Drug Policy Working Group with a passion for all things cannabis related.

To talk to Julyan about his work please contact him at [email protected]