Jim Lea - How Does It Feel: The Jim Lea Autobiography [Hardcover]

Jim Lea of Slade reflects on his life and music in this English-language hardcover autobiography, written with Daryl Easlea. Its 192 pages combine short thematic chapters with rare memorabilia and previously untold stories.

Rather than following a linear narrative, Lea explores his Staffordshire childhood, time in Slade, songwriting, family life, musicianship and work in therapy. The book includes letters, family photographs, school exercise books and behind-the-scenes Slade photographs, alongside a timeline and discography.

Key Features

• Thematic Chapters: An intimate portrait of Lea’s life told through short chapters.
• Personal Archive: Includes letters, family photographs, school exercise books and behind-the-scenes Slade photographs.
• Reference Material: Includes a timeline and discography.

Specifications

• Brand: Omnibus Press
• Authors: Jim Lea and Daryl Easlea
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Print Length: 192 pages
• ISBN-10: 1915841763
• ISBN-13: 978-1915841766
• Dimensions: 15.6 x 5.1 x 23.4 cm (6.1 x 2 x 9.2 in)
• Weight: 788 g (27.8 oz)
• Release Date: 2026-10-29