Joan Armatrading

I've always written in a free, unencumbered way.

I've always written in a free, unencumbered way.

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.

Classical, Romantic, and Baroque music, that's what I really like.

Classical, Romantic, and Baroque music, that's what I really like.

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 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.