I don't mean to sound like a cheap prostitute, but you can call me what you like.

The idea of Ghost Stories is how to turn something bad into something that gives you an uplift.

We rely more on enthusiasm than actual skill. Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically and people will like it more.

Well, I don't like the word 'rock star,' the two words, 'rock star.' Not even 'soft rock star. Not even limestone star. I don't like those words.

I've had tinnitus for about 10 years, but since I started protecting my ears it hasn't got any worse. Looking after your ears is unfortunately something you don't think about until there's a problem. I wish I'd thought about it earlier.

I'm competitive with anyone who writes a good song - I don't care if it's a band or solo artist or whoever.

I don't think you have to struggle to make good art. I think you have to be passionate to make good art. You have to believe in what you're doing. It just comes from when you lie awake at night.