I don't consider that I'm particularly influenced by anyone or anything. But when I started playing, I was influenced by early soul. It was just that feel, that sound.

Nowadays you can't be loud enough!

Brushes..? Nah. Hit 'em as hard as you can.

My nerves before a gig got worse; I had terrible bad nerves all the time. Once we started... I was fine.

I dare not drink before a gig because I'll get tired and blow it. So I have to sit drinking tea in a caravan.

There were times when I blundered and got the dreaded look from the lads. But that was a good sign. It showed I'd attempted something I'd not tried before.

People who don't take care of their drums really annoy me.