I think in a way I was probably completely naive about what it takes to make something become a hit

If I were to do this over I'd play a lot more shows before I made a record

So I started chanting when I was nineteen, which was about twelve years ago, and it really had a huge impact on my outlook, happiness, and general creativity.

I think in a way I was probably completely naive about what it takes to make something become a hit

I think my Buddhist practice has a profound influence on my life and encompasses my creative projects

My second record was all about big ideas - I was trying to make big statements about the culture, about life. I think in a certain way, I was a 27 year old kid with a guitar

Ultimately, if I'm really moved by something, it's going to go on the record and that's that