I think sometimes songwriting becomes diluted when you have lots of components to mask a lack of core.
The guys in high school were like, "You've got a nice voice; you should keep singing," but I never honestly thought that one day I'd be a singer. When you're young, you don't see the signs.
I like to hear what other people's interpretations are, because people come up with things I'd never thought about.
I think the voice is an underrated instrument these days and it's easy to make up for lack of ability with effects. I think sometimes people are more wowed with effects than core craftsmanship. Strong voices are not as common as they used to be.
I don't think my vocals demand effects. I like reverb to a certain extent, but I don't want to hide my voice. I like stripped-down vocals, but I also like crazy, powerful, doubled vocals like in dance or electronic music.
I think the Yamaha has a giant quality. When you combine the Yamaha with other organs, you get this crazy rectangular sound. It's kind of flat and thick.
It's always a struggle to make things sound more or less brilliant.
Obviously, it's great to know that your music is being listened to.
When something goes into the world, you immediately begin to develop another perspective on yourself, another identity.
