I think Wes Montgomery is the greatest jazz guitarist that ever lived.

In most places that are rich in guitar culture, everyone uses their fingers, like in Spain or Africa. In Japan there are string instruments played that way. It is not until you get in the States that you find people using picks.

Being as versatile as I am, I take offense to the notion that no serious musician would not be doing a late night talk show gig. One has to be open enough in other areas to be able to contribute to a show like this.

I think Wes Montgomery is the greatest jazz guitarist that ever lived.

The worst part is doubt. When you doubt yourself, which we are taught to do, you get lost.

I feel very honored to be playing with Bill Pierce. He's such a great musician.

It is hard for a black man to just be himself. We spend so much time in defense of something that is indefensible because there is nothing to defend.