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

It is painful to relive things that have caused emotional crises or whatever and find ways to express that musically.

The blues are what I've turned to, what has given me inspiration and relief in all the trials of my life.

I'm an egomaniac with an inferiority complex.

I'm not a big fan of lead vocalists, people who sing but don't play. I never wanted to be in a band where the guy who was up front just sang. I've always thought it better when one of the musicians sings, like Steve Winwood.

But the guitar, when you think about it, is the most versatile, really. I mean you can pick it up and take it with you wherever you go.

Up until I became a father, it was all about self-obsession. But then I learned exactly what it's all about: the delight of being a servant.