Ian McCulloch: King of Cool

by Mick Middles

This is the story of Ian McCulloch's remarkable life and The years spent as lead singer/songwriter in 'Echo & the Bunnymen', once acknowledged as 'the best band in the world'. The solo years where he produced two critically acclaimed albums. His reunion with guitarist Will Seargent as 'Electrafixtion'. His battle to overcome a drink and drugs hell and near nervous breakdown. His triumphant return to the helm of 'Echo & the Bunnymen' in 1997. The latest album 'Evergreen' was an immediate Top Five success with both singles riding high in the charts on release. The band played Virgin 97 and Reading 98 Summer festivals to adoring crowds and went Top Five with the official England world cup song.

Genres: Music, Biography

208 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

Reviews

[LL · Rating 4 out of 5]

go ahead, laugh!

[Cynic · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a little choppy and sloppy. Read only if you an Ian McCulloch fan.