Yeah, I'm sure there are stereotypes of Asian people.

I love a lot of the New York bands, but Patti Smith stands out. I just read 'Just Kids' and it's an inspirational, well-written account of an emerging New York artist in the late seventies.

Well, I'm pretty domestic actually. I walk my dog. I go grocery shopping. I hang out with friends. I'm pretty normal, whatever normal is, on my off time.

Yeah, I'm sure there are stereotypes of Asian people.

I like the challenges of doing different things. It keeps things fresh for me.

Composing is just another exciting thing. It's as exciting as being in a band. It's kind of like joining a new band for three months.

The music industry is not what it used to be. Being in a good band is great, and I've been lucky to be in great bands. I've done solo stuff, and that's been great. I also produce rock bands and I do co-writes, where I write with different singers in bands and songwriters.