1- “I’d say we do reach somewhat of a younger audience, but I think for the most part that younger audience is picking our music up from a brother or sister or even parent, who is turning them onto the band.”
2- “If there was any one achievement, it would be that we’ve have done it on our own terms.”
3- “At the same time, I’ve never been afraid of death or the concept of death.”
4- “I’m not that fluid when it comes to scales and modes. I just pick up the guitar and play. It’s all about exploration: just tune the guitar any way you want and start playing. ”
5- “One doesn’t want to feel too contented; you have to feel challenged by the music.”
6- “When I sit down and play guitar, I melt into the instrument. I can play for hours by myself. Playing guitar has given me such a wonderful life, and I’m grateful for it. ”
7- “The shock of any trauma, I think changes your life. It’s more acute in the beginning and after a little time you settle back to what you were. However it leaves an indelible mark on your psyche. ”
8- “It’s a wonderful thing to be able to see your music going from generation to generation.”
9- “‘Moving Pictures’ still makes me get into a groove; I love the way it feels. But I’m not nostalgic for old times. I’d love to have that hair again and be 40 pounds lighter, but it’s a tradeoff.”
10- “I really consider myself more of a rhythm guitarist than a soloist.”
11- “It’s hard to stop wars, and it’s hard to stop the abuse of the planet and all of those things. I guess you just do what you can do and voice your concern.”
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