In my family everyone sang or played an instrument, so it was always a natural way of seeing life.

I draw a lot of influence from the soundtrack of my life — from John Coltrane to Simón Díaz. I love the moods and emotions that each artist can make me feel.

It usually starts with some chords on my piano or guitars, and then imagination takes over until the idea becomes a finished track.

Simplicity. Nature, a good coffee, and observing the small details of daily life.

• Can you tell us more about the creation of “On The Beach”?

It’s about capturing a moment of calm by the ocean — walking barefoot along the shore, with real guitars acting like a warm, restorative breeze.