I really feel there's no limitation on what this band can do in the studio or on the stage. That's an empowering feeling - that we can bring a song to life.

My family owns a music store in Claremont, California, called The Claremont Folk Music Center.

As long as the songs are strong, I think you can express yourself in any style and have it be soulful and have it be your own voice.

I grew up with the Blind Boys' music. My family owns a music store in Claremont, California, called The Claremont Folk Music Center. I grew up with a heavy diet of gospel, folk, and blues because those are kind of the cornerstones of traditional American music.

I write songs and I sing them from the deepest part of my existence and I hope they connect with the deepest part of yours.

To go through this life and see it through - what it really is - and not be insane or addicted, is a minor miracle for anyone.

Forever always seems to be around when it begins, but forever never seems to be around when it ends