“I feel like I've had this ability to infiltrate, as an outsider and an...” — Rostam Batmanglij Quote

“I feel like I've had this ability to infiltrate, as an outsider and an insider, different groups.”

“The first Vampire Weekend record was the first full-length album that I produced.”

“I think that's kind of the perfect mix, where you do something that you're not sure about, you feel like you're taking a risk, and then you turn around and look at the artists that you're collaborating with and you can read the expression on their face if they like it or they hate it.”

“I was sympathetic to virtually all groups that wanted to get away from the old system.”

“I am very slow to warm. I've always been sort of a loner. I didn't play team sports. I am better one-on-one than in big groups.”

“I rest a bit more when I keep. The only thing I have to look after is my back and using different muscle groups.”