But when you're beginning, you should try to focus on something you love and your own way of doing things.

I think my voice worked out fine, but it was a lot of work for me. And I was very self-conscious about it. I was a bit self-conscious about writing lyrics too.

What's nice about being a producer is you get to roll the dice more often, and you get to be involved with lots of different kinds of music.

I think we could have done a lot more great music, so I was disappointed that we didn't continue making records and touring, but it's hard to argue with 10 good years.

Normally when I work with bands I'm trying to refine and improve what's already there.

I see myself as the buffer between the band and the record company.

I think being eclectic is bad when you're just starting out.