Ever since I can remember I’ve had positive and negative fan reviews. And whether it was positive or negative it wasn’t always based in reality or what my perception of the music was. But judging from playing these new songs live and my feelings on the record [Scream] – and it’s a great record – there is definitely an audience for it. Also, I don’t really go to clubs so I don’t know what sounds are made there.

Friends of mine that are from here or that have spent time here have told me about Israel and how warm the people are and that I should someday come here.

The freedom I have as a U.S. citizen is unparalleled. Despite the fact people may not like American passports, having that passport affords me more freedoms than any other passport could.

Be yourself is all that you can do.

There wasn't a key moment when I knew I wanted to quit.

There's something about losing friends, particularly young people, where it's not something that you get over. I don't believe there's a healing process.

Due to irresolvable personality conflicts as well as musical differences, I am permanently leaving the band Audioslave. I wish the other three members nothing but the best in all of their future endeavours.