I wouldn't be windmilling a Fender Telecaster if it weren't for Pete Townshend.

I still like to go to record stores, I like to just wander around and I'll buy whatever catches my attention.

Basically, I was pretty ostracized in my hometown. Me and a few other guys were the town freaks- and there were many occasions when we were dodging getting beaten up ourselves.

Outside the street's on fire in a real death waltz between what's flesh and what's fantasy.

The first time I heard Bob Dylan, I was in the car with my mother listening to WMCA, and on came that snare shot that sounded like somebody'd kicked open the door to your mind.

Some guys they just give up living, and start dying little by little, piece by piece.

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.