I think of a band like Animal Collective where they really follow their own sound and I think that's a really important thing to do. You can find an audience if you can find your voice.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
The audiences are there as a result of my history with the band but also as a result of my being able to reach people with a tune.
I want to sing for the broadest possible audience.
There are three things we need to do for a band. We need to make a great record; we need to get the record played; and we need to find an audience for the live shows.
My audience is a huge part of my success, so I see us as a team. They send me tons of song requests every day. Some of the songs I've never heard before, but I listen to them and then pick the ones that I love.
You make your music, then you try to find whatever audience is out there for it.
I want the audience to be so involved in the sweep of the music.
I am just glad that I can take the music to the people who want to hear it. I love my audiences. I am deeply indebted to them for giving me the chance to sing my concerts, make records, and do what I love. Whatever people call it, it is great to have a voice!
That is one of the things about going on tour, that I get to work with some really talented people and it allows me to be able to listen to them as well - and just have fun on stage.
I want people to listen to my music and everyone to feel included, and I think it's kind of working because all my audiences are always so colorful.
You have to respect your audience. Without them, you're essentially standing alone, singing to yourself.