The Many Facets of Eyedea: Selected Writings & Oral History

by Micheal Eyedea Larsen

The Many Facets of Eyedea features 50 songs & 25 poems by the celebrated battle champion and innovative MC, Micheal “Eyedea” Larsen. The in-depth oral history is based on 30 interviews with Eyedea and interviews with 50 of his collaborators, friends, & loved ones: Kathy Averill, DJ Abilities, Slug, Kristoff Krane, Sadistik, Blueprint, Sage Francis, Murs, El-P, Aesop Rock, & many more. Introduction by Slug of Atmosphere.

“If a book about Eyedea is something that might excite you, you should be excited about this one. Parker Pubs did a phenomenal job on this; I've laughed out loud and cried while reading it.” - Brady O’Rourke (Crushkill Recordings)

"The Many Facets of Eyedea is a beautiful book that honors Micheal well." - Sadistik

Published by Parker Pubs in collaboration with Kathy Averill.

254 pages, Hardcover

First published November 17, 2024

Reviews

[Frankel Tejada · Rating 5 out of 5]

I’ve been an Eyedea fan since I was 11 years old, I’m now 36. His music was pivotal to my adolescence. His words sparked my love for hip-hop, especially the underground scene, and shaped how I connected with music. This book brought me to tears, transporting me back to those days of discovery, when every new track felt like uncovering a hidden world. It’s more than a book about Eyedea; it’s a powerful tribute to creativity, passion, and the impact of art. You don’t have to be a longtime fan to appreciate it; anyone who loves music, poetry, or the raw beauty of self-expression will find something meaningful here.