I like solitude. I like the anomalous life. I like a quiet life.

For me, the most trustworthy vehicle for spirituality had always proven to be music.

I remember when I thought of singing as the bit that went between the guitar playing - something I couldn't wait to get out of the way. Singing was originally like a chore that I didn't really enjoy.

When all the original blues guys are gone, you start to realize that someone has to tend to the tradition. I recognize that I have some responsibility to keep the music alive, and it's a pretty honorable position to be in.

My original interests and intentions in guitar playing were primarily created on quality of tone, for instance, the way the instrument could be made to echo or simulate the human voice.

The point of being at home is to be with my family as much as possible.

I always respected that B.B. sees music in a very open, free way.