Churches, depending on their policy, can do fantastic work with people in the community.

I mean, I'm 48 years old and I've been through a lot in my life - you know, loss, whether it be death, illness, separation. I mean, the failed expectations... We all have dreams.

The music industry has always been a beast, which would eat you up and spit you out.

In a sense, the music business and I haven't always been the best of bedfellows. Artists often have to fight their corner. Your music goes through these filters of record labels and media, and you're hoping you'll find someone who'll help you get your work into the world.

We are not consistent. We have both these dark sides and some light as well.

Making a Christmas album is looked upon by some people as the thing you do when you are heading towards retirement.

I love to make music and stay grounded.