As a songwriter there's nothing more exciting than the unknown, the new and different.

It's much harder to play myself. If I ever do a movie again, it'll be a singing serial killer.

My music is in young people's lives because it's so much a part of their parents' lives.

Crackling Rosie make me smile. God, if it lasts for an hour that's alright, to set the world right. Find us a dream that don't ask no questions.

Each acoustic guitar has its own character and personality. On a particular day, I might pick one up and start noodling around, looking for some emotional content in the chords.

I communicate with fans on Twitter. I enjoy the ability to impulsively write something and ship it out to the fans and fellow tweeters out there.

Over the years, you grow up, you mature and you see things in a different way, and it's reflected in the writing.