Blinking Lights and Other Revelations: The Story of Eels

Blinking Lights is the first biography of an extraordinary band, Eels. Writer, Tim Grierson, gives an in-depth examination of their extensive career, insight into their remarkable lives, and a detailed discography of their work.

Over the last 15 years, Mark Everett’s band has released nine acclaimed albums, from Beautiful Freak to 2010’s Tomorrow Morning. Everett is one of music’s most fascinating characters and Blinking Lights covers his unusual childhood, the tragedy of his sister’s suicide, his relationship with his brilliant mathematician father, and his initial struggles to succeed in the music industry.

Featuring interviews with those close to Everett – who gave his blessing – to those closest to him, including former band members.

© 2012 Omnibus Press (Ebook): 9780857127471

Release date

Ebook: 19 January 2012