Joe Nichols

“It's always a pleasure to perform for people who love country music. And Australians definitely fall into that category. Each time I go back, I learn something new about the country, and I get to see some of the most beautiful places on the planet.”

“It doesn't really matter to me what the rest of country is doing. I'm not caught up in trying to make a record that sounds like everybody else. That, to me, is a record label's absolute biggest downfall.”

“I believe in angels. I believe in God.”

“I think it's a natural fit, major league baseball and country music.”

“I recorded the song 'Believers' because I feel the song has a strong and much needed message. We all need encouragement and something to believe in.”

“Australia is breathtakingly beautiful, and I can't wait to visit again.”

“My message to kids who bully other kids is: You know it's wrong! What's really going on? Try not to make somebody else's life miserable because you are.”

“In my mind, as long as I did what was right for me, I was cool. But that's not the way it works. You have to think about other people and take their feelings into account.”

“I wanted to make a traditional record that had a lot of art and showed my vulnerable side and showed things I'm passionate about.”

“It's important to show solidarity for a child, no matter what. It's important for a child to be raised in a situation where she sees love, solidarity, commitment and honor.”

“I believe there's things all around us that make you do good things and some that make you do bad things.”

“When you find great songs, and somehow you get a spark in a little way, it can become brand new.”

“Anybody can get lost in themselves.”

“I'm a traditional country singer and we're always trying to make that a fresh and modern sound. That's always going to be the challenge with me.”

“I was probably nine or ten the first time I heard there was no Santa Claus.”

“I think it is a huge honor to get to go play for the troops who have been working their tails off for several years, some with several tours under their belt.”

“I would never do anything that makes the perception of country music worse.”

“I think it says wonders about people that can write an entire album, and put out an entire album of great songs. I mean, the Brad Paisley's, Alan Jackson especially, even Taylor Swift - those people can really pen great stuff.”

“My previous visits to Australia created fantastic memories, so I'm definitely looking forward to another visit. It is one of the most beautiful places I've ever been. I think every person in the entire country is nice. Seriously, I haven't seen or heard of a mean person yet. And they love country music.”

“The Dalai Lama's entire being is about peace and harmony, forgiveness and self-discipline. Those are qualities to be admired. I am really looking forward to meeting His Holiness.”