The first account of life inside Pulp, Freak Out the Squares recounts the band's origins in Sheffield to their glory days at the height of Brit-pop, revealing the story behind the anthem of a generation, 'Common People'.

The book gives a glimpse into the world of Brit-pop luminaries such as Blur, Elastica and Suede, and charts Pulp's 2011 reunion tour, which culminated in a triumphant Glastonbury performance.

'Freak Out the Squares' is Russell's exceptionally witty, unusual and enlightening account of the heady time of being a key member of Brit-pop's best-loved and most enduringly relevant band.