That's what I like to do, I like to make songs.

I've always loved the rock & roll element to live shows, because whatever else I do, I'm basically a rock/pop performer, and that's what I like.

Maybe I was a bit harsh on some people. But I was harshest on myself, really.

My next record I really just want it to be a collection of great songs, classic songs in a way.

What was great about the 80s was that you still had record companies who would get behind developing you as an artist. You had these bonkers heads of department and A&R people who, even after a flop album, would let you make another one.

I became the magnet for a lot of scary aggression. Cos it's scary Up North!

I love this idea of shape-shifting and changing when you put on clothes, and turn into somebody else.