I'm not really one of those people who believes that if you're a musician you can just leave that behind and start getting into politics

More and more, cultural groups are cross-pollinating, and we're getting much more interesting art as a result.

As a musician usually music is your way out.

A lot of Gorillaz songs were very personal. I mean, that's why it was interesting, because it wasn't music being made for a cartoon. It was something different. It was a much more emotional affair. I wasn't necessarily thinking in the third-person then.

And there are no stars and that you're never really sure who's doing what and what voice is what and, you know what I mean? It's supposed to be quite elusive

The whole period has taught me that I enjoy being part of an ensemble rather than just a front man. Don't get me wrong - I enjoy that too, but I get more enjoyment out of really listening to everyone.

Oasis were like the bullies I had to put up with at school.