I listened to many different types of instruments and music, and have always tried to look at the bass as an instrument as opposed to only a bass.

I plan on doing a lot more work on my own, and discovering and doing more.

As far as current inspiration, I'm listenting to a lot of flamenco, because the techniques used for flamenco can be adapted to playing bass.

And no again: My studio is not a first or any step toward becoming any type of businessman on my part.

Be honest with yourself and the way you act when you hear music. That way, when people watch, they'll see something from your heart and soul, and as a result will communicate your feeling and thought much better.

It was also important for me to have a burning desire to achieve something worthwhile on that instrument, and I devoted many many many hours with little or no compensation to perfecting whatever I could, because I loved it so much.

I try to do my absolute best for the people who come see me play.