PAUL BRANNIGAN Eruption: The Eddie Van Halen Story (2021 UK 272-page hardback book - From the moment their hugely influential 1978 debut landed, Van Halen set a high bar for the rock 'n' roll lifestyle, creating an entirely new style of post-'60s hard rock and becoming the quintessential Californian band of the 1980s. But there was also an undercurrent of tragedy to their story, as Eddie's struggles played out in public, from his difficult relationship with the band's original singer,Dave Lee Roth, to substance abuse, divorce and his long-running battle with cancer. With unique insights, Paul Brannigan's 'Eruption' reaches beyond the headlines, to explore the cultural and social contexts that shaped this iconic guitarist, while also turning up the dial on a life lived at maximum volume. With the spot-lacquered outer dust jacket, this book remains in wonderful 'near as new' condition! "An affectionate and unflinching portrait of metal guitar's Mount Everest." - Mojo)