I think that 'The Sopranos' uses music incredibly well.

I think it's important to remember that music supervision is not just about a fantastic record collection or knowledge of music, although that certainly helps for aspiring music supervisors.

As a music supervisor, you learn to embrace the best of every genre, and I really have to say there's nothing that I'm embarrassed of.

I was crazy for music as a high school kid and a college kid.

The '60s were a time of great change in American music.

You know, I'm part of that first MTV generation.

What you're missing is that the path itself changes you.

Their confidence gives those they lead the assurance that their words and their actions are reliable.

A poet’s words are like mortar to the bricks of society.

Drama lives on conflict. If you're trying to deal with social issues seriously, there's no way of avoiding violence, which is so present in society.

I don't consider myself a star.

The world is a complicated place, and there's a lot of division between people. The performing arts tend to unify people in a way nothing else does.

We should focus more on the things we've accomplished, but I mean, obviously Syria disturbs me greatly and I'm not happy with where Syria is.

The people I know who would support [Donald] Trump are keeping their mouths shut.

No matter how many worries and anxieties harass you, remember always that they are removable. Enthusiasm with its immense mental and spiritual power can cancel out all fear.

I think I can finally say I am at my most confident and comfortable out there, physically.