Some people focus more on sonics. Some people focus more on story. I focus on both sonics and story.

I enjoy singing my songs in front of people. I enjoy being involved in making the artwork for albums and stupid stuff like that.

Of course awards matter.

My grandfather was smart and had a whole lot of pride. He didn't speak a terrible amount, but you could tell there was a ton on his mind - like a quiet acceptance of how life had turned out.

Some people focus more on sonics. Some people focus more on story. I focus on both sonics and story.

It's about the stories. If I write 14 stories that I love, then the next step is to get the environment of music around it to best envelop the story and all kinds of sonic goodness.

Those who are heartless, once cared too much.