Punk rock really influenced me, the basic metal bands, Zeppelin, Stones and Floyd, and Southern rock bands. I think I was pretty well-rounded. — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
In the 70s, what thrash was there? Punk came on, and that was cool. But there was no thrash. There were dinosaur big bands, and that was great. Those were my influences. — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
I'm male gigolo. Professionally? I don't think I've ever done anything professionally. — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
Ian MacKaye was in London while I was living there. We both decided that even though we had very different lifestyles, we had the… — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
Listen, man: I am not the industrial godfather, king, whatever. I don't relish that title. I don't like it. I think it's limiting. I… — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
I was a pretty delinquent little kid. My folks and I didn't get along, so I basically moved out... put myself through high school… — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
Let's get with it, guys: You don't need to hear a Ministry song to get political. You should be political on your own. We're… — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
The more you think, the more you ruin things. Art has to come viscerally; otherwise, forget it. — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
Obama might as well be president of Turkey or Brazil; it does not matter. It's the system that is absolutely flawed, where 25 or… — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
I get along great with all of my exes. That's really cool. That's a good sign. — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
I've never seen the Osbournes, I've never seen Paris Hilton. I'd rather read than watch reality TV. I'd rather live life than watch somebody… — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
Our label is very digital-friendly. We try to provide some free stuff to get interest in the band, but we have to pay our… — Al Jourgensen Copy Share Image
