Second records aren't usually very good. Even Bob Dylan's was a bit disappointing.

Second records aren't usually very good. Even Bob Dylan's was a bit disappointing.

I love playing to people and seeing them react.

My parents were older than normal when they had me, and had been very into the politics of the 1960s, so I was brought up in that atmosphere.

I've always loved singing. I find it exhilarating.

I listened to Billie Holiday a lot in order to learn to sing. She remains one of the extraordinary jazz singers. But my intent is to become my own voice, to be able to interpret these songs in my own way.

It's wonderful to work with someone with mentor status.