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

I never really thought about becoming a professional musician.

Everybody I know in England was raised on Mose Allison.

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

Working with people, the musical part is one thing but the personal part is totally different and just as critical. If the friendship is there and it's a lasting friendship, then it will take care of itself.

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.

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