It doesn't really matter to me what the rest of country is doing. I'm not caught up in trying to make a record that sounds like everybody else. That, to me, is a record label's absolute biggest downfall.

Music is also supposed to be fun. On this record, (titled 'III'), I really had the desire again to jump back into some good-time, fun-loving songs.

I don't think there's anything wrong with singing a song and having fun with it.

The way that I am now, I don't want to accept mediocrity. I don't want to accept the easy road.

I think the Lord gives us everything we can handle, nothing more.

It's always a pleasure to perform for people who love country music. And Australians definitely fall into that category. Each time I go back, I learn something new about the country, and I get to see some of the most beautiful places on the planet.

The passion for doing music, the passion that I have for going out and playing it live - my love for country music is back.