I don't dig staying in one groove.

Luckily, I'm in the position now of being able to play purely because I have the desire to do so.

I'm quite sure that all true professional artists, of every description, in all walks of life, whether their craft is painting, music, sculpture, medicine or anything have one primary concern - mankind.

But you can't extend, or go beyond any point musically, without the basic fundamentals.

Musicians have to suffer to a certain degree in order to obtain their outlet.

I mean, there's a hell of a lot of grounds for protest, but you don't do it through music.

I have a company in New York City producing music for commercials, for radio, TV, features, etc. That's how I've been making my living. And now the company is very successful - to the extent that I can afford to come out and play.