The Man From Eels

Just read, ‘Things the Grandchildren Should Know,’ by Mark Everett, or ‘E,’ from Eels. I like the music, but was also intrigued by his personal life, because his whole family plus friends kept dying all around him. His memoir was not particularly well written, which I expected. He’s not a writer, he’s a music maker. But it was a very interesting read. It left me thinking that I’d really like to have a chat with him. Share ideas. He’s quite fascinating really. A man so consumed with music making, and it was that which pulled him through when all else around him was in tatters. I wish I could be so consumed with something. I’m interested in things, but there isn’t anything that I feel particularly passionate about. Which is sad.

Anyway, I looked Mr E up on the internet, and found out his tour dates – he’s coming to Oxford in March. So I booked tickets to see him. I will be breathing the same air as this man. I’m always drawn to people who have seen the depths of depression. I’m very excited, or you know, as excited as it’s possible for me to be. He puts on quirky shows apparently, or so the book implies. I’m a fan of quirkiness. I so wish I could talk to him. He’d be so interesting.