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

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

I go through about two Fender mediums a night because I don't pick straight down; it's sort of sideways, and it shaves them off.

Oddly enough, Hendrix is not my favorite guitar player. There are very few guitar players I get feeling from.

If you feel people getting on about what you are doing, it gives you a lift.

I wouldn't count myself as being a true blues guitarist because I feel you have to live it.

I use a combination of all my influences on my albums.