It's a privilege to play music fora living. Even more, it's a privilege to have an audience. Respect that.

You can't fight hearts and minds with money.

Keep making music.. Keep improving your music.. If there's no viral action on your music, you're just not good enough. Don't get mad at the audience, get mad at yourself. Either give up or get better.

Inspiration comes from displacement. Get out of your comfort zone, the rewards are legion.

There's very little greatness in this world, but in the crucible of quality there's a special corner reserved for Van Halen.

It's a privilege to play music fora living. Even more, it's a privilege to have an audience. Respect that.

If you're not a successful artist it's your fault.