Joan Armatrading

In America, you watch TV and think that's totally unreal, then you step outside and it's just the same.

In America, you watch TV and think that's totally unreal, then you step outside and it's just the same.

I love to go on tour and perform. I love all the parts of the process.

I love to go on tour and perform. I love all the parts of the process.

I am constantly being told that I have been a big influence for many people, including other musicians.

I am constantly being told that I have been a big influence for many people, including other musicians.

I found my sound early on. Look at U2: they haven't changed their music for 20 years. Anyway, many people read more

I found my sound early on. Look at U2: they haven't changed their music for 20 years. Anyway, many people come unstuck when they try to change what they do and what they are known for.

Just an hour with you, and I understand why we had to meet.

Just an hour with you, and I understand why we had to meet.