I think there are shades of political songs; some are more subtle and can be more effective for being subtle, for being more metaphorical. I've written a lot of songs like that, where it's not really clear if it's a… — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
People want to be the first with the record, they want to be the first to know which songs are on the record, all that kind of stuff. So I like to just stall them a bit. Personally, I love the idea of an album that's completely new, that no one's heard any free downloads, any pre-record releases, all that… — Richard Thompson Copy Share
People want to hear about the extremes of human nature. They want things that are larger than their own lives, and more romantic, and… — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
Amplifying acoustic instruments more than a little is really cheating, and everything becomes a compromise. — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
As the writer, you're always a presence in the song. If you get close to what human beings are like, you're writing about common… — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
There is in fact a controversy over Darwin's theory. Clearly both theories have religious implications. But this is not about God. — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
I want people to come to my music without prejudice. I want them to get the music first. And who I am isn't that… — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
I think it's absolutely possible to write a song and go somewhere where no one's been before, uncharted territory. In terms of content, I… — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
“I’m a fool with a size one head/ I’ll change this heart of mine/ This time, this time” — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
I'm glad I can do both full-band electric and solo acoustic performances. It's nice to have contrast, so if you get fed up with… — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
An audience will let you know if a song communicates. If you see them kind of falling asleep during the song, or if they… — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
When you stand up acoustic in front of an audience, you really are a man without any clothes on. And that can be fun… — Richard Thompson Copy Share Image
