The Eels Mark Oliver Everett will be making a special appearance at St James' Church in London to support the publishing of his new book, 'Things The Grandchildren Should Know' on 17th January. Every attendee will receive a copy of the book and the first 200 will get wristbands allowing them to get their book signed by the author.

On 21st January The Eels will release their best of and rarities collections 'Meet The Eels: Essential Eels Vol. 1, 1996-2006' and 'Eels Useless Trinkets: B-Sides, Soundtracks, Rarities And Unreleased 1996-2006'.

Tour dates read as follows:
Feb 25 2008 - London, Royal Festival Hall
Feb 26 2008 - Birmingham, Town Hall
Feb 27 2008 - Manchester, Bridgewater Hall
Feb 28 2008 - Glasgow, Royal Concert Hall
Mar 1 2008 - Gateshead, Sage
Mar 2 2008 - Brighton, Dome