There are few words in the music business or in art that I'll say people or some writers are overgenerous with words like 'legend' or 'genius', 'he's a pioneer' and all of that.
I don't think a guy that really has no understanding about people, or has no interest in understanding people would make a good film composer.
When you win a Grammy, it links a certain prestige and importance to you, you know? People want to talk to you.
You can disseminate your art, and it's all such easy access now. The upside to it is that more people are creating than ever before.
Surrounding myself with people I enjoy being with made the sessions effortless. Everyone came prepared and ready to play. All were great musicians and they came to the studio to give everything they had.