I don't think successful musicians were really put on this planet in order to have a great time, pat themselves on the back and say, 'Oh, what a clever boy I am!' I think that, like most artists, we were put on the planet to suffer just a little. And we do.

Touring is what you make it. I like to organise as much as possible myself.

There seems to be an inclination among rock musicians to be very carefree with money, but I negotiate the best flight and hotel deals on our tours to maximise the band's income - I don't want too see too much taken off the top line.

I've always been fond of acoustic music.

Seek that which within lies waiting to begin the fight of your life that is everyday.

Our politicians may fail us, but Status Quo always delivers on the promise.

I'm very much an observer and a conduit of thoughts and ideas.