I think after 1970 or so, after I sold Soul City, I took off for awhile and didn't do too many gigs.

I was working at this club in downtown L.A. from four to eight at night, just Eddie Rubin, the drummer, and I.

What I really remember is that people camped out everywhere, and the fact everybody expected it might turn into a big nightmare with all sorts of hassles because back in those days everybody was smoking pot and taking acid.

But I always loved songs with great lyrics.

That rich guy you've been seeing, must have put you down. Welcome back baby, to the poor side of town.

I've got a Fender Concert amp from the '60s, the one Joe Osborn used. He played his bass through it.

I think after 1970 or so, after I sold Soul City, I took off for awhile and didn't do too many gigs.