On some planet, I probably could have been a lawyer. On some planet, I could have been somebody in advertising.

- Stone Gossard

I think ultimately, bringing more nature back into the city is a way to deal with urban sprawl and things like that. If the cities feel a little more natural, people like to live there more rather than moving out and dividing up another piece of land that shouldn't be touched.

- Stone Gossard

It's really comforting for me and Jeff, at least, that after 12 years we finally feel we've reached a place where we can be more honest, real and loving with each other. And we're finally in a band that we know is good, and deserves the credit it's getting.

- Stone Gossard

I'm probably at my least religious I've ever been in a while. When you're moved by music, that's always good. But I haven't been talking to God too much lately.

- Stone Gossard

I think when you put a new record out, everyone has a song or two that they feel people will be moved by so much that radio will be forced to play it.

- Stone Gossard

The past is filled with people who aren't traditionally thought of as fantastic singers singing these songs that capture people; songs like 'Louie Louie.' I just aim toward that, and I think I've gotten better at it.

- Stone Gossard

And I remember as a second or third grader having some autonomy to go to the store if I felt like it, walk home, take my time, kick the can. We were on our own schedule after school, so that was cool.

- Stone Gossard

You can't help but have your children and your family be part of what you dream about when you dream up a song.

- Stone Gossard

You can say what you think music is, but the only way it really is, is how people experience it.

- Stone Gossard

When you're moved by music, that's always good.

- Stone Gossard

Eddie is a natural leader. Jeff and I have been very much in control of previous bands we've worked in. But the way Eddie grew into being the leader of this band was the most gradual, slow and respectful process that I've ever been involved in.

- Stone Gossard

I've always related music to those moments when someone turns you loose on something and they haven't told you how to do it.

- Stone Gossard

I think people will always love a heavy Sabbath riff because it's fundamental to rock.

- Stone Gossard

I like to play music. I like projects. I like excuses to hang out with my friends and play music.

- Stone Gossard

I like rhythmic things that butt up against each other in a cool kind of way.

- Stone Gossard

I just know that I love to write songs, and I have for a long time.

- Stone Gossard

Dave played an important part in our growing, but change occurs.

- Stone Gossard

As a songwriter, it's kind of hard to listen to your own stuff with clarity.

- Stone Gossard

Raising awareness, changing the marketplace, effecting spiritual change - whatever it is that you decide is your thing, go for it.

- Stone Gossard

It may take me a long time before I feel 'ready' to tour as a lead singer. I may never be ready... we'll just have to see.

- Stone Gossard