Andrew W.K. Quotes

I think generally playing live is a crap idea. So much of stage work is the presentation of personality, and I've never been interested in that.

Toronto is one of the biggest spots for music; Caribana and OVO Fest and all that stuff, it's a lot of fun.

Festivals are weird, you never know what to expect so it's a bit more nerve wracking then playing your own show.

Festivals are always fun. I went to a lot when I was younger and had money to go to them. I like playing at festivals. They're always kind of like a big, crazy circus.

I think every New York actor's dream is to do Shakespeare in the Park. Each show is so special and unique and diverse because of the elements that we're performing in. Every live show is truly a one-of-a-kind.

I think what GFW is doing is cool and unique. They're taking some of the talent you've seen elsewhere or haven't had a chance to see before because there's so much talent everywhere.

It's such a high-pressure form of live entertainment that I found, once I got out there, being on a movie set isn't that different from being on 'Monday Night RAW.' It's all stuff that I was prepared for.

I think from doing so many live shows it gives you a real appreciation of being present. You don't know what's going to happen, you don't know what is around the corner.

An hour show panics me a lot less than five minutes at the O2. How do you put yourself across and make sure people have a good time in five minutes?

As long as the fans keep comin' out, we're gonna keep making records and keep being there.

Music is how I unwind. I love going to see bands or DJs at a festival or a dive bar. My taste is pretty diverse.

Gigs in Scotland are always so much fun.

I like all kinds of shows. The small shows are a totally different vibe. I don't care how many people are there as long as they're into it.

It's been a long time since I've done any karaoke. Probably, I actually think 'Living On a Prayer' was the last one I've done, which I'm quite embarrassed to admit, screaming it at the top of my lungs. I prefer being the one watching and egging people on.

When I was a kid and went to shows, my favorites were Live Events. You really see a performer's personality on Live Events than on TV.

For me, I feel most at home when I'm playing live.

Technology can't eliminate the need for people going to want to go out and see theater and standup comedy.

My schedule usually keeps me busy. However, I love performing on stage and I try my best to take time out for live performances.

People should be going to shows to have fun and express themselves - just enjoy it!

I think the Apollo has always been the people's performing arts center and reflected the community, whether it is Stevie Wonder or Tito Puente.

You try to stay in the moment and act like you're singing the song for the first time. You try to have a good time yourself. That's the most important thing. If you're having a good time, people will join you.

When I'm in the audience of Broadway shows, I feel like I'm in the presence of something really special with artists working at the height of their craft and doing the best work that they possibly can.

I'm not nervous coming back to my old audience. I'm looking forward to it. That's really what I do; that's my day job.

We love touring. We love being in front of the fans.

If you're doing 70 gigs in a tour, there's a lot of responsibility. People need a big night out, and you're providing it.