There's two facets to writing a song. There's you sitting in your room writing the sentiments of the song; the lyrics, the melody and the changes, and then there's the part where you go into the studio and you put clothing on it.

I never record anything like a demo, I just go for it.

Even with Extreme, I don't think you have a choice but to sort of have somewhat of an influence of the times.

As much as you put into it is as much as you get out of it.

I always imagine later on these songs I could've played with a band, but it never worked out that way.

I am affected by what is around. I don't think many people would admit that.

Live are a really good band. I like Stone Temple Pilots, Radiohead I love. Even Oasis.