I am writing from the heart and having a fresh approach to things. We [Theocracy] are obviously not trying to musically re-invent the wheel here, and you can certainly hear our influences, but we also don't sound like a copycat of any one band.

Lyrical content is very important to me. I'm always trying to make sure the lyrics and music complement each other perfectly.

I think that, if the world was a bit more like Comic-Con, we'd all be a little happier.

I'm not hugely technical with things, but I guess that the thing I use most is my iPhone, on a practical level.

It seems like there's a real appetite for science fiction in the States.

When I write, I'm writing as a fan, and trying to come up with songs that I would want to listen to.

There are great disciplines from being a sportsman that you can transfer into being an artist. The preparation, the sacrifice, the constant desire to improve.