I wanted to emulate Bob Flanagan, the high voice in the 'Four Freshmen.' I wanted to sing high like he did.

Any article's good. Long as it's publicity, I think that's all that matters. I think it's advancement for my career.

You're called a genius by people, and then your whole life you become the part.

Surfing music is dead. It was just a summer craze for kids on the beach. I'm finished with it.

I play piano all the time. I'm always at my piano, playing music.

The Beatles, the Rolling Stones and Phil Spector. Those were my idols.

I consider myself to be a crusader of love. I try to spread love around the world as best I can because I know I have a handle on love.