Time plays a role in almost every decision. And some decisions define your attitude about time.
– John Cale
I learn from thinking about the future, what hasn't been done yet. That's kind of my constant obsession.
– John Cale
Growing up in Wales was a pretty Draconian experience with religion.
– John Cale
Even if you're improvising, the fact that beforehand you know certain things will work helps you make those improvisations successful. It really helps to have a certain amount of knowledge about musical structure.