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I generally prefer to come in to the studio with a fully written song and then work on the arrangement with the band. Sometimes even the arrangements are pretty much already worked out in my head, but other times we experiment.

It's like, how do you continue to make records that are representative of who you are that your fans will recognize as your band, while still trying to push things forward and present new sounds for people.

I write the music, produce it and the band plays within the parameters that I set.

I write songs. Then, I record them. And, later, maybe I perform them on stage. That's what I do. That's my job. Simple.

If you start off writing an album with a band, the reality is that you're constantly in each other's company, so it's really important that you get on with each other.

I usually prepare a track and then I work with the artist when it's time to do the vocals.

I usually prepare a track, and then I work with the artist when it's time to do the vocals.

It's always a live experience - anything that happens around you. It's so easy to just put it to a song.

Making a record? You've got to have the song, then you create a record. I think it's the same with a live performance. If the material is strong, you're already 90% there. I always tell young people it's all about the music, the songs. Work on the songs, work on the songs, work on the songs.