You know, I've written many of my songs while driving - which is against the law in many cases.

I always remain optimistic. There are three levels of music production: the majors, indies, and what I call "inties," music distributed via the Internet. The Internet is one area that I have used pretty effectively to break free of corporate control.

Most artists are always fighting for their fame. They have that fear, like the saying goes, "out of sight, out of mind." They need to keep themselves out there. I have never had that fear. If I have any fear, it's not doing enough to reach people.

Reflect each day on all you have to be grateful for and you will receive more to be grateful for.

A lot of the post-1977 dancefloor disco sounds had their place at one time, but you can't bring them back unless you bring back a floor.

DJ culture always made us aware that the best records were going to come from the small shops

One side of the street is a Church; across the road is a liquor store. Both of 'em keepin us poor.