I don't really remember a whole lot of sex, drugs and rock n' roll, really.

So I have the classic amateur's technique; I know some very tricky bits and I have large gaping holes.

Drummers haven't managed to develop their individuality quite as well as guitarists have. We can be so focused on the nuts and bolts that we overlook the importance of individuality - the broader picture, if you will.

My harmony is passable but is usually made more eloquent at the hands of Steve Hamilton.

Plus I am being hounded by all the fabulous new drummers, Bill Stewart at the head of the pack.

At the end of the whole day of working with people you want some privacy.

This amateurism however, can sometimes be helpful in forging a style; you have to work around your weaknesses.