The hot line: Josh Groban states his philosophy about balancing comedy and serious music

May 1, 2015 at 4:13PM
American singer, songwriter, actor and record producer Josh Groban poses for a portrait in promotion of his forthcoming album on Thursday, March 12, 2015 in New York. (Photo by Taylor Jewell/Invision/AP) ORG XMIT: INVW
American singer, songwriter, actor and record producer Josh Groban poses for a portrait in promotion of his forthcoming album on Thursday, March 12, 2015 in New York. (Photo by Taylor Jewell/Invision/AP) ORG XMIT: INVW (The Minnesota Star Tribune)

« Don't be afraid to show that you're a weirdo who's serious about your music but can also tell poop jokes. »

Josh Groban, to Entertainment Weekly, on why he took on acting roles and loosened up on talk shows

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