I didn't want to get attached to one guitar; I didn't want to have an instrument that was irreplaceable.

While I was with Procol Harum, the only time I'd see my guitar was either when I walked onstage or in the studio.

It's impossible to play a run with as much feeling as a single note. I've never been so much into runs as making single notes cry.

I have done some things that I'm very proud of. I don't think you can say any more than that, really.

I didn't sit down and work out other people's material; I've never believed in that.

The BBC, during its 24 hours on the air, plays a very wide range of stuff. And it's not commercial.

People often say very, very nice, complimentary things. But I think it's better if you don't take that too much to heart.