I write songs about real things... The subject dictates the mood and it goes from there, really.

Check out the albums, ... Check out the live performances. That's the reality of it all. Music is such an energizing thing.

I always make it a point to pick songs on which players really shine.

I do the best I can with any instrument I get attracted to. But they're just tools in order for you to express yourself and that's really the upshot of it.

I never really thought about becoming a professional musician.

I keep healthy and I'm always very active and always have been so. I don't really see any signs of aging yet. Music keeps you young.

I get most of my news from the Jon Stewart Daily Show.It's the most level commentary you can find.You have to laugh, because it's all so true.It's the closest thing to a counterculture.