I've always written songs, even when I wasn't doing anything with my personal life in music.
Leif GarrettMusic plays a very important role in my life. I'm a frustrated musician. I play the drums.
Ronald PerelmanNew Orleans is like a big musical gumbo. The sound I have is from being in the city my whole life.
Trombone ShortyI love Sly Stone and James Brown and Stevie Wonder, and I want my music to reflect some of that.
Al JarreauI love Beyonce. She's so fierce. I also love Lily Allen, and she was an influence on my music.
Bridgit Mendler