I just did whatever it took to keep making music - slept on couches. You would be amazed at how far $20 can go if you stretch it out.

For me there is a reluctance to be in front of cameras. I love making music but with that comes a lot of responsibility and you have to put yourself out there more.

Someone asked me if I play piano because I feel like I have a protective wall around me. Maybe. I am really messed up.

Well, I'm very dyslexic, so I can't read music. It means I never know where I'm at so it's different every single time. I know when it works though. I might end up doing a bosa nova version of Bad Day when I get to Australia!

I was doing stuff that for me was sort of more about playing real music.

I think people want to put you in a box and close it away so that it makes them feel better. A lot of musicians get that.

I love making music but with that comes a lot of responsibility and you have to put yourself out there more. I'm learning as I go. The music has drawn me out of my shell. It's made me open my door a little more and be able to look at people in the eye. In that sense of the word, it has been helpful to me so I am happy now.