Most people want to be seen or heard. You want to shine. That's my way of shining.

I didn't really like confessional poetry or things. They seemed sort of dated to me, or just corny.

But, then again, I wouldn't call myself an indie-rock supporter even if there are some really good bands out there and there will always be some real good new bands.

We're not on a desperate mission to write chart compatible stuff.

We care if people like what we did. If you're just making records for yourself, why put them out and do all these interviews and do touring? I'm a huge music fan, and this is what I do with my artistic time. It's all I really do, except hang out with my family. I value human relationships, and it's a way for me to interact with the world and feel like I'm part of something.

There's no point that an album should sound like a watered down version of another album.

The word "down," is very musical. It just always comes.