I'd rather have people really be able to step back and get their money's worth and look at me as a true artist than somebody who is just regurgitating other material.

I love classic rock, rock and roll, that's the top notch. I love soul - bluesy music as well.

Music continues to remind me that its boundaries are limitless.

My folks have played everything from rock, disco, pop, funk, and blues. My dad has always brought and played different genres like jazz, classical, and Latin. With all this in my pocket, I feel I have a taste of everything for my influences.

My parents have basically just taught me the rules of the stage and everything since I was eight.

If I were to categorize what I sing, I have many different influences, and a lot of them are from back in time.

My parents have been with me every step of the way.