Mike Watt

I think punk rock, especially for me, was a big middle finger to this whole talent thing.

Imitation is being rewarded. They're learning that if you fit right in the mold, you get rewarded. Music is no longer a form of expression - it's a means to a lifestyle.

The only thing new is you finding out about something. Like nothing's really new, but you reinvent it for yourself and find your inner voice.

I do think my old fella wasn't much of a... I don't remember him ever being a 'dad' dad. He was too busy working. It was a hard life, man.

I don't like to get in front of people.