When I was recording my first solo album 'Imaginaryland,' I was listening to a lot of movie scores. Download Download Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Rotate quotes album imaginaryland listen
That's what I love about those old movies - the music is like a constant companion. Even in scenes that aren't particularly dramatic, like a woman checking her watch, you hear the music as a comment on that action. Petra Haden actioncheckcomment share on social
I like things that start depressing and dark and end up romantic, and that's what I really loved about 'King Kong.' Petra Haden darkdepressend Change image and share on social
Old film-noir movies. There's something comforting about watching black-and-white movies, and hearing this kind of music just puts me in a fantasy world. It's a really great escape for me. Petra Haden blackcomfortescape Change image and share on social
I confess that I listen to my own music for my own pleasure. Herb Alpert confesslistenmusic Change image and share on social
You make your first album, you make some money, and you feel like you still have to show face, like 'I still go to the projects.' I'm like, why? Your job is to inspire people from your neighborhood to get out. You grew up there. What makes you think it's so cool? Jay-Z albumcoolface share on social