Quotes from Richard Thompson

What I wanted to hear didn't exist, so it was necessary for me to go out and create it.

I like the idea of playing in unison with yourself.

Well, first of all it's entertainment. That stops us becoming too pretentious or thinking we're great artists.

To stand up on a stage alone with an acoustic guitar requires bravery bordering on heroism. Bordering on insanity.

The best thing you've got going for you is individuality.

Will there be any bartenders up there in Heaven, will the pubs never close?

I'm sure every pattern has been covered, but it's nice to think you might dwell on some that other people don't.