You've always got to remember, rock and roll's never been about giving up. For me, for a lot of kids, it was a totally positive force... not optimistic all the time, but positive. It was never--never--a bout surrender.

My dad had a very difficult life, a hard struggle all the time at work. I've always felt like I'm seeking his revenge.

Is there anybody alive out there?

When I was young I was very shy and that was my personality. I was a pretty sensitive kid and quite neurotic, filled with a lot of anxiety.

All I try to do is write music that feels meaningful to me, that has commitment and passion behind it.

Judge said, what you got in your defense son? Fifty-seven channels and nothing on.

Some of the greatest blues music is some of the darkest music you've ever heard.