Bits Quote by Ben E. King

Performing is a thing in itself, a distinct skill, different from making recordings. And for those who can do it, it's a way to…

— David Byrne

The reality of recording, it's one of the most intimate things that an artist ever does because if you do it right, you're exposing…

— Scott Borchetta

It's a weird thing when you make records. You try to hear it before you make it, so you walk into the studio with…

— Dave Grohl

It's easy listening to a record, but a live performance is so personal and real.

— Gin Wigmore

I like making records because it is more relaxed than singing on stage. The problem for me is to find time to prepare for…

— Mirella Freni

It's always important for us to record, so if we're not performing live, that's what we're doing.

— Dusty Hill

It's all very well making records, but the joy of performing is that you get to meet people who give you instant feedback.

— Gilbert O'Sullivan

I don't like people who make records and then don't ever perform. If you are going to make a record it's important you get…

— Gilbert O'Sullivan

Record making is an extraordinary experience.

— Robbie Robertson

“They're events you remember all your life, like your first real orgasm. And the whole purpose of the absurd, mechanically persistent involvement with recorded…

— Lester Bangs

I think I definitely enjoy recording, but I think it's more fun to go out and perform live, because it's like instant gratification, you…

— Chris Daughtry

My records are one thing. My live performances are something totally different because they're very improvised performances.

— Dianne Reeves