As a woman especially I've found a lot of freedom in music.

I've always kind of been in the middle of every room, trying to get people together, no matter what color they were.

I just have to do prayers and meditation and affirmations to myself as I go throughout the day, and that's the only way I'm able to make it through some days.

I mean, roots musicians - we can get old, you know? We can get up there and wear overalls and deliver the songs, we don't have to look any certain way.

I met PJ Harvey when I was in England, and the first thing I want to do when I meet a songwriter I admire is to ask them how do they receive songs.

There are so many different versions of "Tennessee Waltz" and they're all so good.

As I try to get around with a guitar, a banjo and a suitcase of high heels and dresses, I treasure that little ukulele.