Mike Watt

The only thing new is you finding out about something. Like nothing's really new, but you reinvent it for yourself and find your inner voice.

I have a little name. That's why people can remember it.

Imitation is being rewarded. They're learning that if you fit right in the mold, you get rewarded. Music is no longer a form of expression - it's a means to a lifestyle.

Punk is not really a style of music. It was more like a state of mind.

Life is definitely not a rehearsal, this is it.

I think punk rock, especially for me, was a big middle finger to this whole talent thing.