Stone Gossard

“Playing live is the ultimate test. It's where you connect with the audience.”

“I think it's important to be politically aware and to be active in your community.”

“Being in a band is like being in a marriage. It's a lot of work, but it's worth it.”

“The Seattle music scene was a special time. There was a real sense of community.”

“You have to be willing to fail. You have to be willing to take chances.”

“The best songs are the ones that come from a place of honesty.”

“We've been lucky to have such a dedicated fan base. They've been with us through thick and thin.”

“I think it’s important to just be in a band, just to be playing with other people. It’s a great way to learn.”

“I've always written about my own life, and I've always had a lot of insecurities.”

“Music is a powerful tool. It can bring people together and it can heal.”

“For me, it's always about what's next. I'm not a nostalgic person.”

“Songwriting is a muscle. The more you use it, the stronger it gets.”

“I think a lot of our success has to do with the fact that we've never been afraid to be ourselves.”

“Change is good. It's what keeps things interesting.”

“I'm just a guitar player in a rock and roll band. That's what I do.”