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You were only eighteen when you released your first album. Looking back, do you think you released the record at the right time in your life?

Yeah, I think so. I released it at the best time I could because there were only a few artists that made music with the guitar as I did. It did a lot better than I expected, actually.

Was it an advantage that you were so young when you released the album?

Certainly! It’s given me many more years and experience in the industry because of releasing my debut when I was so young, so it was definitely a good thing.

Your songs “Lightning Bolt” and “Two Fingers” are already considered classics. What makes your music so timeless in your opinion?

I’m probably not the best to be asked this question to be honest but I just believe in good songs. You can have a great song, and it doesn’t matter when it was released or what type of genre the music is. It’s just all about the song I guess and people making a connection with it.

You were always inspired by legendary bands like The Beatles or Oasis. How important were these acts in your development as an artist?

With both of those groups, it really comes down to their fantastic songs. Growing up listening to that was so consciously and something that you realize, they made songs that speak to people. They had a big impact on me when I was younger and they simply are great bands.

Did you always want to be a solo artist or were you dreaming of being in a band?

When I was younger, I always wanted to be in a band because you share this whole experience with your friends and got a little bit more support in the industry. I kind of soon realized that getting a band together and get everybody to stick together and play the songs, is pretty difficult. It was easier for me to write and perform on my own, which made it way easier for me.

Was touring an important part of your development as an artist?

I wouldn’t necessarily say that it had an impact on my creative development because it’s actually quite tiring and exhausting to be on the road. For the development for me as a person, it definitely was. Traveling around, experience different cultures and meeting new people can only be a good experience for everybody and it certainly helped me develop as a person, I believe.

Do you write a lot of music when you’re on the road or is that a totally separate process?

When I’m on tour, I’m really focused on the concerts but you also have a lot of time to wait around. I don’t want to tie myself out, so I come up with ideas and take them into the studio after the tour is over. I usually use my free time on a tour to relax, so I don’t write a lot on the road.

You’re already in the industry for some time now. How would you summarize your path and experiences so far?

I experienced a lot in these eight years. I had some amazing heights and played some amazing concerts, but I also had some lows as well. Success doesn’t always come my way in regards to my records and that’s the way it goes as an artist sometimes. I never stopped doing what I do and I’ll try to write the best songs I can. It’s been a great eight years that have not always been easy and I wouldn’t change it for anything else.

Is it difficult for you when you put so much effort and love into a project and it doesn’t get the recognition you hoped for?

Of course, because I’ll always create the things I want to make. When you put your heart and soul into a project, it’s sad that nobody wants to play it or it gets pushed on one side. You just have to take yourself up in these moments and you have to keep working on your art. Try to get better is all you can do, and there’s no point in sitting there and feel sorry for yourself. You have to get up and start working on the next song.