Patriotism is a joke in the UK.

Everyone tries to research your background. I have a real fear of celebrity and exposing my real self.

I want the words to be read in conjunction with the music.

I'm not excited when bands strip things down. I'm not excited by the White Stripes.

Even that word depends on what you mean by pop. I mean, pop music has currency. It could just be about that girl who's in love with you.

When you grow up, you're told that rock 'n' roll is the only authentic way to express yourself. Live instrumentation, singer, live drums. You're told that's the best medium to communicate.

I don't really believe in the use of drum machines live.