I'm fortunate I have this coterie of musicians around me to help take music to next level. Being surrounded by so much creative energy, so many creat…

- Duncan Sheik

I got a publishing deal with BMG, they were supportive, and some money to record demos

- Duncan Sheik

I certainly wouldn't say that my life is a disaster, but there have been moments where I've felt like that

- Duncan Sheik

It's inevitable your environment will influence what you do

- Duncan Sheik

I privilege the music over the lyrics

- Duncan Sheik

But I can't really say there is too much modern music that I'm blown away by at this moment

- Duncan Sheik

I'd have these weird experiences where I'd just be walking down the street with this chord progression in my head, this happened more than a few time…

- Duncan Sheik

I actually am always a music first person

- Duncan Sheik

I actually think sadness and darkness can be very beautiful and healing.

- Duncan Sheik