For me, it's all about The Dubliners by James Joyce. I love The Dead.

See, to me, rock'n'roll doesn't have any point. It's just fun. It has a million different angles and they're all valid. But I think rock might be a world issue.

I guess I'm about ready to promote myself in a more human way. I don't feel quite so insecure.

I need the money. People don't understand how little money you make in a band.

It is hard, though, 'cos record labels love to boss you around. I won't let them do that anymore.

When I was 14 years old, I was a huge fan of the Velvets, the Stooges and the Modern Lovers. They are my three favourite bands. I never get sick of 'em.

When there are no women on the tour it can get awful and ugly - constant horrible jokes and gross behaviour. It needs to be leavened with a feminine presence.