I had the fortunate experience to play with people from different schools of music. Sam Rivers is from the fundamentalist school of music.
It is hard for a black man to just be himself. We spend so much time in defense of something that is indefensible because there is nothing to defend.
Sometimes I wonder if I got lulled into not wanting things because I grew up black in this country.
I think Wes Montgomery is the greatest jazz guitarist that ever lived.
My love life doesn't stink; it's nonexistent.
I feel very honored to be playing with Bill Pierce. He's such a great musician.
I really live a simple life and don't need very much to feel good and happy. Don't get me wrong; I believe you should get what you earn. Sometimes you have to fight for it.
