I just think it's amazing that I'm able to do both singing and surfing.

I grew up in Orange County, California, all over the beaches of San Clemente and that area.

My wife really pushed me in that direction, to write my own songs and start singing, so I think having the whole family thing is such a huge thing.

[Jack Johnson] really helped me make the record, put it out, and then let me tour with him for two years. He really helped me out.

[Jack Johnson]gave me my whole start in music, which was the coolest thing ever.

The Surf Lodge has got to be seven or eight years I've been playing there, every summer. It's definitely one of the most fun gigs of our whole East Coast tour. The beautiful atmosphere, amazing stage overlooking that beautiful lagoon - it's just a really hip, cool spot to play. We always look forward to it, every year.

Traveling is also a big inspiration for me.