I think it's a sensible thing not to read your fan mail - not to take it too seriously.

There are no plans to do any more live stuff. I really feel like there's enough live shows out there.

Once I've settled on something I'll stay with that at least throughout the whole tour.

The first real thing I heard was Three O'Clock Blues by B.B. King. That's where it all began for me.

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 feel I've been blessed with a gift of creativity and composition. That's why I've been able to keep going.

I will obviously take on board everything from my past, I always do.