Why Do People Like John Mayer?

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  • I just felt like talking about John Mayer today, so I am going to. He's an incredible guitarist, artist and general bluesman. He seems to divide people's opinion for some reason, however there's no denying this man's talent, allow me to explain why. The song I'm reacting to today is called "Last Train Home" and it's the Ballad Version.
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  • @SoundBuckle
    @SoundBuckle ปีที่แล้ว +430

    If anybody hasn't listened to Where the Light is, it's one of Mayer's live albums, and it's brilliant. I didn't pay him much attention before, but the guy is a brilliant guitarist.

    • @SahadF
      @SahadF ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Found that last year, this year I was in the top .5 percent of listeners of Mayer on yt music. He's so good.

    • @eldensmith4161
      @eldensmith4161 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      John Mayer is my favorite guitar player and artist and it's all because of where the light is

    • @gorodgorod9584
      @gorodgorod9584 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try! Would blow your mind

    • @Hunkeykung
      @Hunkeykung ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The sound production quality of that concert is insane!

    • @bobreynolds
      @bobreynolds ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s a good one

  • @wolfbrother2474
    @wolfbrother2474 ปีที่แล้ว +553

    I never got John Mayer or the buzz around him but a couple of years ago I heard "Edge of Desire" and the solo on that blew my mind. From there I've gone on to fall in love with his entire catalogue. He is the first player that made me realise you don't have to play fast or a hundred notes to communicate feel. On top of that, he just has immortal hair.

    • @shiftybat7318
      @shiftybat7318 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      Literally, On top of that.

    • @user-bj2lu9qt3o
      @user-bj2lu9qt3o ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@shiftybat7318 😄

    • @garygreeley1244
      @garygreeley1244 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Crazy you chose that song. I’m a big JM fan (not fanatic, but long time fan) - and that song is by FAR my favourite. I used to binge it on repeat, something I never do. Incredible piece of music end to end.
      Thanks for reminding me, going back to binge!

    • @SoundBuckle
      @SoundBuckle ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Similar for me - I heard his live album (Where the Light is), and immediately changed my mind. If you're a guitarist, you can tell he plays with soul.

    • @mattrogers1946
      @mattrogers1946 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He's painfully mediocre. There is no buzz...

  • @lous111
    @lous111 ปีที่แล้ว +247

    Still love Continuum. His best. Also wish he'd get the John Mayer Trio back together.

    • @eldensmith4161
      @eldensmith4161 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      We need a full trio tour!!

    • @oxsila
      @oxsila ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Saw him live in 2017 and he played with the trio. I assume you meant you want the trio to make another album like "TRY!" ? Me too man. Me too.

    • @jefflevesque5316
      @jefflevesque5316 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Love Continuum...but I'm a Born and Raised kinda guy. Let's not talk Trio....it just makes me mad there's no Trio II.

    • @jefflevesque5316
      @jefflevesque5316 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eldensmith4161 Hell fuggin Yeah!

    • @mikewarren5351
      @mikewarren5351 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jefflevesque5316 jumped in here to suggest born and raised. Continuum hooked me hard. Literally skipped born and raised when came out because wanted more blues. Came back to it 2 years ago, kinda glad I saved it. Also think it’s best.

  • @tamirkeren6750
    @tamirkeren6750 ปีที่แล้ว +433

    John Mayer is a rare case of master song writer and a master guitar player, Such a rare talent.

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Or a mediocre entry level song played by a one trick pony and boring guitarist in love with himself

    • @pablorojas3
      @pablorojas3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      @@kippsguitar6539 you are totally wrong, i feel grief for you bro :(

    • @anthonycowan3481
      @anthonycowan3481 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      @@kippsguitar6539 lmao right, I’d love to see you sing and play Neon or compose something like that. Always middle aged dudes that are the mediocre ones shitting on any artist past 1990.

    • @KevisaVivose
      @KevisaVivose ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@anthonycowan3481 man, forget about "Neon", I'd like to see him play 'Why Georgia' on the guitar and sing .

    • @bopndop2347
      @bopndop2347 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@anthonycowan3481 I was just listening to Neon thinking I wish I could write a song like this haha

  • @maynarddrivesfast804
    @maynarddrivesfast804 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I've been a gigging musician (guitarist/vox mainly) for over 20 years, and when John Mayer first broke out I thought he was really freaking lame. Then I actually listened to the Room For Squares album on a long drive, and I was actually blown away by the sheer musicality. In fact, my playing on a technical level really improved when I sat down to learn the song "Neon". That song challenged me in a new way back then, and man, when I finally nailed it I was so freaking proud of myself. John isn't just some lame pop artist. He's a true talent.

    • @TheRayfield77
      @TheRayfield77 หลายเดือนก่อน

      If you were able to actually learn Neon, then you're an accomplished player.

    • @williamryan4959
      @williamryan4959 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I bought the cd when it came out and “Neon” is my favorite on it. I was already a Grateful Dead fan back then too so it was awesome seeing him join Dead & Co years later. I remember a lot of GD fans were initially pissed when they heard Mayer was part of it. I was pretty jazzed because I knew he was skilled enough to handle it. He killed it!

  • @dvdmike007
    @dvdmike007 ปีที่แล้ว +303

    Sob rock is one of the most underrated albums of the last 5 years, new light and last train home are amazing. It feels like Springsteen did Human Touch then have this album to John

    • @dvdmike007
      @dvdmike007 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Also hell of a guitar player

    • @backandfour
      @backandfour ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The Rutles put in more imagination copying the Beatles than Mayer with Clapton

    • @adamski101
      @adamski101 ปีที่แล้ว

      Meh. His songwriting is pants. Music for girls.

    • @frozenyeti6561
      @frozenyeti6561 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      And wild blue

    • @davidharding200
      @davidharding200 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Oh please. Continuum is ‘amazing’. Gravity is ‘amazing’. Slow dancing in a burning room is ‘amazing’. Sob rock is, so so.

  • @Timstahl87
    @Timstahl87 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I would pay top dollars to watch a sit down chat/jam with Justin and John. They seem to be super compatiable with their music and humor.

    • @purdisc
      @purdisc ปีที่แล้ว

      +1

    • @mattb4rd
      @mattb4rd ปีที่แล้ว +1

      How much exactly is "top dollars"?

    • @benblair2591
      @benblair2591 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A firm handshake and an honest expression of enthusiasm for Justin and a 15 year old whose dad has a new girlfriend for John

    • @summermcpherson8209
      @summermcpherson8209 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Exactly! They could take turns soloing!

  • @tonyfondacaro1980
    @tonyfondacaro1980 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I saw Mayer in May on the Sob Rock Tour and it was one of the best shows with some of the best music I’ve ever seen live. Completely took me by surprise.. I was not expecting to really like it at all, but he is the complete package AND an incredible guitar player.

    • @vasquez1414
      @vasquez1414 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      In Dallas the band broke off into a jazz style breakdown and just played for 10 minutes. What really impressed me though is how John Mayer started playing rhythm and let some of the other guitar players have their moment. It was a hell of a concert

  • @gregwilliams7210
    @gregwilliams7210 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    i find it amazing how fast you pick up other players riffs and licks just by ear. Great stuff

    • @marekpodworski7835
      @marekpodworski7835 ปีที่แล้ว

      So quick

    • @seeyouinhale2317
      @seeyouinhale2317 ปีที่แล้ว

      Impressive

    • @Jeff_____
      @Jeff_____ ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You don’t think he may have researched and learned before making the video?

    • @markallengalik4037
      @markallengalik4037 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@Jeff_____ nah, he doesn't do that - he's said before that he simply doesn't have the time. The man just has a fantastic ear. It's definitely a skill that can be developed - I've put much work into it over the years - but J-Hawk is exceptional at it.

    • @primaballerina84
      @primaballerina84 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Normal people who plays and practice a lot vs someone who lives music all the time. Who also plays and practice all the time but just by living it.

  • @mykilahsenwilliamsdorsey1495
    @mykilahsenwilliamsdorsey1495 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    The thing with Mayer is he is probably one of the best examples of a post modern rock guitarist. He grew up during the singer/songwriter age. He grew up hearing the best guitarists that have ever lived and he grew up during the beginning of the MTV age. This gave him the ability to perfect catching poetic songs that are signature pop sounds with a mastery of vocal harmonies and of course blues with world class guitar licks. He’s a triple threat that few can match. Some can do one or two, but few can accomplish all three.

    • @jooohan
      @jooohan ปีที่แล้ว +1

      One more thing - he played with the best and all of those approved him. So...

  • @Cadwallon85
    @Cadwallon85 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Justin I just love the "child of chaos" approach you have to analysing content, we can see your thoughts tumbling out of your head in real-time interspersed with wit, humour and haphazard musicology. I've been a fan of Mayer for ages, but honestly I've become a big fan of yours over the last year. You have an infectious enthusiasm and raw honesty that I've really grown to admire.

  • @charliebluechaos4963
    @charliebluechaos4963 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I love the stuff of his I have heard. I think very early in his career he was unfairly dismissed by many as a run of the mill pop act, but I very much enjoy "me and my guitar" type singer songwriters (don't really know what else to call this) and he's very good at what he does. I feel a lot of artists in this vein are unfairly diminished, actually.
    So much love to you Mr. Hawkins ♡

    • @CorbCorbin
      @CorbCorbin ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Not many guitarists, heard that Hendrix cover EP, for years after he released it.

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 ปีที่แล้ว

      Run of the mill is a good description

  • @JohnMayerSolos
    @JohnMayerSolos ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Thank you for this! I love hearing other musicians talking about how incredible John is ❤ Sarah

  • @BenPage82
    @BenPage82 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    I love how Dr Hawkins makes a mockery of guitar playing. He just makes it look so easy to grab the acoustic and replicate whatever is being played. Just brilliant!

    • @smelltheglove2038
      @smelltheglove2038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s obvious he has perfect pitch. If if you know what notes you’re singing and you know where they are on fretboard it’s pretty simple to do.

    • @thetrueblindman
      @thetrueblindman ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s called “knowing your music theory”. Takes all the guesswork out of working out what other musicians are doing 😉

    • @smelltheglove2038
      @smelltheglove2038 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@thetrueblindman there really isn’t much theory in matching notes. You can be completely ignorant of theory but have a good ear, know your chords and fretboard and play anything. Theory really helps when writing your own music.

    • @questionmark5463
      @questionmark5463 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@smelltheglove2038 Paul McCartney is a good example. Great ear.

    • @bruunm1975
      @bruunm1975 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not taking anything away from Justin. But any experienced player will be able to do this. John in firmly based in blues playing. So many things are familiar to players in terms of notes. The phrasing/vibrato and other subtleties are similarly down to his experience. Personally I see my fingers on the fretboard when I hear such lines. It’s all practice, ear training, time in rehearsals and on gigs. I have friends who come round who never heard me and they put any music on and can’t understand how I play along within seconds. Even if I haven’t heard it. It’s practice and experience. Again, nothing taken away from Justin here ;).

  • @Seaby41
    @Seaby41 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I had zero time for John Mayer. Then I heard some of those live acoustic songs.. Love them

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 ปีที่แล้ว

      Give him a ginger wig and it's ed Sheeran

  • @likepaintedkites
    @likepaintedkites ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I appreciate your mentioning the early steps in a musician’s life - that “his father RENTED an acoustic guitar” - kids don’t always know about such options.

  • @wadebox5430
    @wadebox5430 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I was never in to John Mayer mostly I think because he was a huge pop star when I was growing up and I listened to nothing but Led Zeppelin, My wife and I went to his concert in 2019 because we could and they blew us away. Been a fan since.

  • @markr8690
    @markr8690 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Got a feeling this particular video could go viral. Justin’s hit all the right notes , if you will, with the breakdown of this video. A bit like Mr Mayer , this video has a little bit of everything but is hitting that everything just rightly. Funny bastard, ridiculous yet palatable analogies, interesting and kindly informative with a slanty TH-cam award in the background. Go on , Son. Thanks for the daily good times.

  • @s4mcote
    @s4mcote ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Been waiting a long time to hear you talk about John. I gotta say you were a huge reason why I started playing guitar at 14 after hearing I Believe In A Thing Called Love, but when I discovered John at 19, it opened a whole new world for me as far as guitar playing goes. I just couldn’t resist and bought a nice Strat shortly after. He’s so gifted and versatile with his playing, a true master of the instrument.

  • @varin5749
    @varin5749 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nice to see you covering John. I started in the rock n roll/metal world as a teenager and while I still love the music, I got bored playing it. I put the guitar down for almost a decade. Then I heard John and it sent me down a blues/soul rabbit hole and have been playing almost daily for 7 years since.

  • @jamesscott5473
    @jamesscott5473 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Born and raised is such a great great album. Not so much for the guitar playing, but the songwriting is really strong

    • @nanooktheeskimo
      @nanooktheeskimo ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Absolute and fully agree

    • @oxsila
      @oxsila ปีที่แล้ว +4

      One of the main reasons I love John Mayer, moreso his albums than his live stuff, is the guitar is played when it's needed. Queen of California's lead guitar parts simply fit the vibe. No shred needed. A Face To Call Home, simple lead guitar after the buildup which just elevates it. Love nothing more than a songwriter similar to the Beatles who adds all the necessary parts to fit the songs and nothing more. Walt Grace's Submarine Test has made me weep numerous times.

    • @joelyasin4151
      @joelyasin4151 ปีที่แล้ว

      That’s interesting, I’ll have to revisit that record. To me, the opposite stood out to me on first listen, the songwriting felt very flat and uninspired/not very memorable generic “acoustic folk pop”.

    • @ziyaadadams7654
      @ziyaadadams7654 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My favorite of all his albums, honestly a masterpiece!

    • @jefflevesque5316
      @jefflevesque5316 ปีที่แล้ว

      Huzzah my brother. Huzzah. Man's record ya think?

  • @ryanwinter4579
    @ryanwinter4579 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    John Mayer Trio's cover of 'California Dreamin' is absolutely sublime. If you haven't heard it before, check it out!

    • @benjigault9043
      @benjigault9043 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Aint no sunshine live, is unreal. The trio is a powerhouse of pros.

  • @jezza8558
    @jezza8558 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love your technical takes on his singing, playing and the equipment behind it. That Juno! Sounded a little like a DX7 playing as well. Thanks for your work on this channel Justin, it always makes me smile!

  • @Adkb123
    @Adkb123 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Even if you don’t like his solo stuff, it’s pretty hard to deny his immeasurable talent. Saw him recently with Dead and Co. He blew the doors off the place with his guitar work.

  • @fionajerinic1957
    @fionajerinic1957 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    So happy you have finally discussed John Mayer. Was listening to him all day yesterday. Listen and you will find many of Johns songs have emotional depth: Clarity, New Deep, Daughters, (Heavier Things), Belief, Gravity, Heart of Life, Vultures (Continuum), Shouldnt Matter But it Does, Wild Blue, I Guess I Just Feel Like (Sob Rock). Sob Rock is one of his best yet.

  • @bawsack69
    @bawsack69 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I watched an acoustic set of his recently. His guitar playing is masterful.

  • @steveangell7724
    @steveangell7724 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Oh Justin the harmony at 12:07…so good! 🙌🏻🥰 I love your videos and agree that John Mayer is an unrivalled talent. So good and stands on his own 💪🏻☺️🙌🏻🎸

  • @Lisztomania1
    @Lisztomania1 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    As usual ...Justin you are a man of exquisite musical taste 👌

  • @NottyGurlStyle
    @NottyGurlStyle ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I haven’t listened to Mayer since his earlier albums but he has a beautiful voice and always plays so well on the guitar. Love this

  • @thisisfrankie
    @thisisfrankie ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Neon from where the light is.. is the perfect example of how John is both a master guitarist/songwriter who can also write pop sounding hooks as if it were a Backstreet Boys song.

  • @Mitzvot1
    @Mitzvot1 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Love your harmony bit with JM! Okay, I love your voice no matter what you’re singing. ❤

  • @samnrob1
    @samnrob1 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    There's a great mini documentary video on TH-cam of him writing and recording the song 'In Repair' in one day. It's incredible.

  • @justinguitarcia
    @justinguitarcia ปีที่แล้ว +36

    As a guitarist and guitar enthusiast I always want Mayer to take it further with his playing on records BUT my respect for the songwriting and his remarkable ability for keeping an audience wanting more for essentially his entire career is kind of unrivaled. There is something to be said about always keeping that card up your sleeve. Also big props on the musicians he hires, from Zane to Isaiah to David Harris… he never shies from spotlighting and lifting remarkable players who dont have the reach he does. Smart dude and great player

    • @jontypiper9881
      @jontypiper9881 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah I remember getting the Room For Squares album and just wishing he'd really rip but he stopped way short because he's more concerned with doing it justice and not turning it into something altogether different. He's awesome.

    • @collinwebster291
      @collinwebster291 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can't remember where, but he once described a guitar solo like making glue and glitter art in art class as a kid: you kinda make your design in glue, pour on ALL the glitter you possibly can, and shake off the excess when it's done. I agree, I've always really wanted him to completely hit the throttle and see what happens.

  • @johnkenney1466
    @johnkenney1466 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Another great video, Justin! I absolutely love John Mayer. There is a track on the same record this song is on called Wild Blue. Total Mark Knopfler Dire Straits vibes. The album is called Sob Rock. Also love John's goofy sense of humor. Cheers!

  • @jaystel2381
    @jaystel2381 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loving your content as always Mr Hawkins! Keep it coming ❤

  • @hamishanderson
    @hamishanderson ปีที่แล้ว +1

    wow! when talking about the model of guitar you perfectly summed up what I also love about a guitar - the fight! great video as always, thank you for all that you do Justin!

  • @rickjones641
    @rickjones641 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    There's little microtonal things in his bends that make him recognisable even when he's playing 'typical' blues licks. He's a very good musician, even though I'd never have expected to like him as much as I eventually came to, when I first heard his early stuff.

  • @bwall615
    @bwall615 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I became a fan of yours Justin after seeing a Rig Rundown on Premier Guitar. It was so funny I had to check out your music. Then I found your TH-cam channel. Being a musician in Nashville, I really enjoy your insights into music. Yes. Nashville. Which means I normally play Country music. How does a guy like me become a fan of a guy like you…it’s all music. Keep making these great videos brother!

  • @garylong4303
    @garylong4303 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU sir Justin for riding again
    From AZ

  • @geraldmartin8191
    @geraldmartin8191 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    how subtly you said "those are words to live by" at 13:05 after he sang "if you don't want to love me, let me go" was so unbelievably powerful to me haha. you're a very... mysteriously intellectual character.

  • @jannersberlin
    @jannersberlin ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I always thought I loved music, but you make me understand why. That being said, thanks your for the music and Permission to Land got me through some things while studying abroad in Atlanta (yes, in the Americas like Austin). Love the channel, keep on keeping on. Best, Jan from Berlin (p.s. wouldn’t hate seeing The Darkness come back for a gig)

  • @ryana9783
    @ryana9783 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Glad to hear your props for John. I could see you two really getting along.

  • @jh4472
    @jh4472 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm not musician myself, but it's nice to see that "professionals" are learning from others as well. That kind of stuff (show in the video) could make your music even better for sure! This kind of videos bring musicians closer to normal people who got problems in their everyday work also.
    I love The Darkness! Maybe I'll see you in Finland one day! Have a nice and relaxing Christmas!

  • @matthewreid2659
    @matthewreid2659 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The Darkness and John Mayer are without a doubt my two favourite sources of musical delights. Though very different in what they produce, the musicality, melody and performance standards are in my opinion, some of the best out there! I can’t get enough of either of them! Hearing Justin speak so fondly of John Mayer is also music to my ears…would love to hear John’s thoughts on The Darkness, I’m sure he’d appreciate them too! How amazing would a collaboration be?! Make this happen Justin!!! Lots of love and a Merry Christmas to you sir! X

  • @jeanproctor3663
    @jeanproctor3663 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'd never heard of him until tonight. Thanks for this video, Justin. I'll keep an ear out for him now - and he's someone my other half might like too, so I'll make sure he's on his radar as well. Hasn't he got a beautiful sound? Real "Late Sunday Night In The Dark Music". I also include Mazzy Star and All About Eve in this classification. For anyone wondering what the heck I'm on about, imagine you're in your front room. You're on your own in the house, you're laying on the settee with a couple of candles on and it's a lovely, warm atmosphere. There's nothing on the telly and you don't want to watch a DVD or anything, so you put this music on and just let it wash over you. You lay with your eyes closed, nice and relaxed but not falling asleep. Try it this weekend and see how it makes you feel. I think you'll like it.

  • @brianlynch7260
    @brianlynch7260 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Finally. Been waiting for a Mayer video. Please do more. His Americana album is quality. And his drummer Sterloid is the man

  • @jasondejong3062
    @jasondejong3062 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love a guy who can pick stuff up by ear that quick, super entertaining as well! Keep it up sir!

  • @Theragingcanadian7
    @Theragingcanadian7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow the take on different types of guitars and what it may mean to play them was beautiful. Completely agree that 'the fight' with an instrument (or any art form for that matter) is, for me, what makes it the most fun.

  • @msmoniz
    @msmoniz ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I too came late to Mayer. I was first aware of him based on You Body Is A Wonderland era and thought him nothing more than a pop singer songwriter. Then I heard some tracks from his Heavier Things album and started to get interested but wasn't knocked out impressed. Then I heard the Trio live album with him and Pino Palladino and Steve Jordan and I was floored! He wasn't a guitar SRV worshiping poseur but a serious studied guitar player! Been a fan since and love how he can take a simple pop song and inject some blues and soul into it.

  • @Davidwv97
    @Davidwv97 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Watch his live performance of Wild Blue on The Late Show. Mesmerizing solo

  • @lovenailpolish3
    @lovenailpolish3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Super interesting analysis of the Strat type guitar v Les Pauls. Strat gal here, just learning to play then I will worry about tone more later maybe. I didn't appreciate John Mayer much until I began playing guitar again and watched many other youtube guitarists praise him. Grateful to you for sharing your insights. You are giving a great gift to us all. Speaking of gifts, this year I am celebrating the one year anniversary of the Cameo you made for me as a gift from my brother last year. I loved it so much. We have a tradition of exchanging gifts related to The Darkness going back over a decade. I bought him the Pinewood Smile CD this year : ) Sending u much love.

  • @normananddrake
    @normananddrake ปีที่แล้ว

    I really liked hearing Justin talking to us about guitar playing and gear. As a guitar player myself, it just feels so good to connect to Justin on this topic cos he doesn’t talk about it much in other content.

  • @KrisTherese
    @KrisTherese ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I have always been a huge fan of John Mayer.
    I always return to his live performances of “Neon”, “Free Fallin” and “Message in a Bottle”.
    His tone is absolutely breathtaking and there’s just such a richness and smoothness to how he plays!
    Love watching you cover John Mayer and would love to see more!!!!! 😍😍

  • @rachelandryan
    @rachelandryan ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The PRS Silver Sky is based on a 63 Fender Strat Mayer owned. If you ever get to play one you'll realise it's a bit of a beast to handle, but in a good way. The neck is very thick, and is has an old school Fender radius. Sounds fabulous, but you really need to fight for the tone.

  • @AnderDoUrden
    @AnderDoUrden หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love to see an artist I love who praises my favorite one. Great video, thank you Justin

  • @rorybninetythree
    @rorybninetythree ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very interesting musings about JM's approach and his instrument being a scalpel... He's always talked in length about his touch through his fingertips to the speaker of his guitar cabinets. Really awesome to hear him talk about what he likes about Dumble amps, he is as you allude to, an incredibly 'touch sensitive' guitarist who is able to react and respond to incredibly detailed nuance in his equipment and derive inspiration from a point of precision, as opposed to a dimed LP going into a plexi amp as most of us do!

  • @felipew101
    @felipew101 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I feel it's hard to really put Mayer's songwriting in a box. He's done folkish, country inspired, and most recently 80's pop inspired albums. I don't know if anyone could reliably predict what his next album would sound like.

    • @charwest5892
      @charwest5892 ปีที่แล้ว

      hoping for a floyd or zep through mayers hands

    • @jan279
      @jan279 ปีที่แล้ว

      Would be interested to see him go to a prog route.

  • @Nemo-nm1ef
    @Nemo-nm1ef ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Check out the where the light is live album. Some mind blowing guitar moments in that show.

  • @duckylove3930
    @duckylove3930 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Heaven. I get just as lost in his playing as he does. And you analyzing whilst looking so damn dapper is the icing on the cake!

  • @houli79
    @houli79 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my favourite posts from you, awesome 🤘🏻

  • @NEMTOMZkr
    @NEMTOMZkr ปีที่แล้ว +8

    He’s awesome! I love his take on “I don’t need no doctor “

    • @oxsila
      @oxsila ปีที่แล้ว +1

      One of the best covers ever in 2007. Just phenomenal

  • @cragsniff81
    @cragsniff81 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    He's my favourite artist. Stop this Train is my favourite song. It gave me perspective on life. People don't like him because they think he's cheesy. But he's actually one of the most diverse and clever songwriters out there.....not to mention a phenomenal guitarist.

    • @Andrew.baltazar
      @Andrew.baltazar 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Stop this train is my fave too:)

  • @badtweed2087
    @badtweed2087 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So...I did not know who tf your were when I came across some of your videos. However, after watching about half a dozen or so of your videos I have to say that I find you to be a really terrific watch, not to mention a super nice and talented cat! Keep up the good work and thanks for all of your insights on guitar and music "stuff" and the whole music experience from a real performer's point of view. Great!! Plus your intro and outro thing is such a great approach.

  • @-Cinderman
    @-Cinderman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Damn, your vids are awesome, mate! Many thanks!

  • @PatrizioMilione
    @PatrizioMilione ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I would love to watch a podcast with these two

  • @stefanmachler8295
    @stefanmachler8295 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    His John Mayer Trio live album is really great.

  • @vanessalandrock
    @vanessalandrock ปีที่แล้ว

    the title of the video is pretty clever :D and your videos are pretty enjoyable 👌🏻

  • @markthespark6240
    @markthespark6240 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice! Gotta love a bit of love for John Mayer. G’day from Australia Justin.

  • @thomaswooldridge6033
    @thomaswooldridge6033 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Absolutely LOVE John Mayer

  • @paulae5463
    @paulae5463 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The hawk flies again! 🎤

  • @ALFresco-ki5rn
    @ALFresco-ki5rn ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Justin. As a lead guitarist, I found your analysis of Mayer's playing to be one of the most interesting videos of yours that I have seen to date. Respect to you both!

  • @YerpDerp17
    @YerpDerp17 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As a person who live and breathes music myself, your absolute passion for it is intoxicating. You really give a lot of respect, while also showing excitement to other artists. Extremely commendable.

  • @euanmalcolm1981
    @euanmalcolm1981 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love your jacket Justin. 😀

  • @MennodR
    @MennodR ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I started listening to John Mayer 2 years ago and never really was in to it before. But than you really start seeing/feeling his work/sound and it's truly unique.

  • @sleeplessinstockwell
    @sleeplessinstockwell ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent tune I’ve been playing this Ballad version repeatedly over last year. Great review Justin

  • @trufflehuffer
    @trufflehuffer ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I couldn’t love your channel more, JDH! So entertaining AND educational. So cathartic an escape from all the 💩 in the world. You’ve motivated me to resume guitar lessons (after 40 years’ abstinence) and enrol in a music theory course. Love your work! ❤

  • @greenblue6935
    @greenblue6935 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The live version of wild blue on the late show is phenomenal.

    • @Hunkeykung
      @Hunkeykung ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agreed and aint no sunshine live

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 ปีที่แล้ว

      Especially before bed time, puts me to sleep

    • @greenblue6935
      @greenblue6935 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kippsguitar6539 or after a joint.

  • @markaitkenguitar
    @markaitkenguitar ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vibe today. I could do this all day. Nice one! Yeah, Mayer absolutely crushes.

  • @tommyburnhamsmusic
    @tommyburnhamsmusic ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Stuff Justin. Good to see JM getting some love in the UK. He’s the bomb truly.

  • @marksaleski9890
    @marksaleski9890 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm surprised you didn't mention his role in Dead & Company. Stepping into the shoes of Jerry Garcia and doing it so tastefully... it was an amazing thing to witness

  • @TheR4ND0MTV
    @TheR4ND0MTV ปีที่แล้ว +74

    Finding John's music is the reason I'm still playing guitar. The man is a genius

    • @BaronVonBielski
      @BaronVonBielski ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Talented guitar player, music is complete trash lol

    • @milanforever7014
      @milanforever7014 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      genius? come on dude

    • @Robstrap
      @Robstrap ปีที่แล้ว

      @@milanforever7014 spotted the boomer who thinks anyone who became famous after the 90s is shit at guitar

    • @IanWrigleyNZ
      @IanWrigleyNZ ปีที่แล้ว

      That's awesome. Have you hooked into "The brothers Landreth" yet?

    • @smokesgtp
      @smokesgtp ปีที่แล้ว +7

      ​@@milanforever7014 yes, genius. Without question.

  • @GRJLS.
    @GRJLS. ปีที่แล้ว

    Lovely Grado´s Justin 👌

  • @BWalker9313
    @BWalker9313 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Fell in love with his music in high school, he’s an amazing musician, vocalist and song writer.
    So incredibly talented

  • @dusty3913
    @dusty3913 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    For half a second, you harmonized with him, and it sounded so good. Call him up

  • @jasondeluca2315
    @jasondeluca2315 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Every song drips with 80s adult contemporary sleepiness. No wonder Clapton loves him.

    • @sushimaster77
      @sushimaster77 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I have respect for his abilities, but it is perfect music for 90's soft-core porn.

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's almost as boring as Clapton so that makes sense

    • @oxsila
      @oxsila ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Every song you say. Belief doesn't give me 80s adult contemporary sleepiness vibes in the slightest. Neither does the song Layla by Derek & The Dominoes.

  • @AndrewMasters
    @AndrewMasters ปีที่แล้ว

    First vid of yours, this is incredible

  • @chauncedude
    @chauncedude ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude!! I love these videos!!!! Such honesty in your comments, It’s awesome dude!!!! ✌️&💕

  • @bryanwinchell2485
    @bryanwinchell2485 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    John's amazing and, as a Deadhead, I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that he has admirably filled in shoes that are basically unfillable by taking over Jerry Garcia's lead guitar role for Dead & Company. In addition, his back-to-Americana-Dead-influenced albums in the early 2010s after he had that throat trouble are really great. Glad to see your appreciation for him, Justin!

    • @kevinbossick8374
      @kevinbossick8374 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly. That alone is quite the accomplishment.

  • @mad-official
    @mad-official ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love the guy. Love the song writing. Nice voice not crazy high pitch. He sounds like he actually means what he's saying in the songs and doesn't sound like he put words together just cuz they sound good.

  • @rosslarsen6144
    @rosslarsen6144 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Spot on about the two musical personalities. I'm a huge fan of his blusey rocky stuff and some of his live performances are just on fire. He also tours with the remnants of the Greatful Dead, which is very cool. At the same time, he has a load of sugary pop songs that make me want to just rip my ears off my head.

  • @jimbrimble3131
    @jimbrimble3131 ปีที่แล้ว

    I spotted the Juno at the same time! Love that you pointed that out.

  • @ianferguson_
    @ianferguson_ ปีที่แล้ว +25

    He’s a complete and utter genius. If you know you really know.

    • @kippsguitar6539
      @kippsguitar6539 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Complete? It's just entry level pentatonic soloing, he has great technique but it's dull as dishwasher and limited

    • @ianferguson_
      @ianferguson_ ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@kippsguitar6539 Your mistake is thinking a genius has to do something 'complicated' to be considered good.

    • @acason4
      @acason4 ปีที่แล้ว

      💯

    • @thebaneofyourexistence.3377
      @thebaneofyourexistence.3377 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kippsguitar6539 man, you’re obsessed.

  • @anniefuller8458
    @anniefuller8458 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow I wish I had the guitar playing skills Justin has. Just listens to something and replicates is brilliantly. Not to mention presenting JHRA in an informative and most entertaining way. Wish he was my guitar teacher.

  • @tompascoe-williams7363
    @tompascoe-williams7363 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been waiting for this, I best not be disappointed.

  • @Lanearndt
    @Lanearndt ปีที่แล้ว +2

    John Mayer is a phenomenal statesman for the guitar and all of it's facets! He's completely rehabilitated his ways and is humble and expressive and is a fantastic guy!

  • @silverthorn575
    @silverthorn575 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Not a huge fan of Mayer’s solo work , but his work with Dead and company is top notch! He is a brilliant musician , and his role taking the place of Jerry Garcia has been phenomenal!!!!

    • @chazzbranigaan9354
      @chazzbranigaan9354 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Simmer down wook

    • @joshwebster4468
      @joshwebster4468 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I saw them in Washington last July and I was blown away by Mayers performance

  • @kevinmorriss
    @kevinmorriss ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Early in his career, Mayer did a one-off show called "John Mayer Has a TV Show" that aired briefly on VH1. It is legitimately hilarious. Completely reshaped my opinion of him. It's worth a quick google search.

    • @tgreice
      @tgreice ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes! I think him and Justin have witty, fast-thinking, hilarious minds. I would love to see them chat about music.. I’d watch it for hours.

    • @olicraske4083
      @olicraske4083 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Was that where he'd go to American Football games dressed as a rabbit or whatever, and ask people in the car park what they'd think of 'John Mee-yer'?

    • @tgreice
      @tgreice ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@olicraske4083 yes, it was a segment of the show

  • @michaeldaly3254
    @michaeldaly3254 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love listening to you talk about the subtleties of guitar playing and sonic differences in makes, models and pick ups etc...even though it makes me realise, despite having played guitar for 30 years, I actually know next to NOTHING. Ask me most any question about guitar and you will likely get a blank look or a pattering of waffle. Cheers for your insights Justin.

  • @djwarren5081
    @djwarren5081 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love John's version of Free Fallin'.

    • @oxsila
      @oxsila ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was the gateway for me. 2010. Had no idea about anything else, just obsessed over that cover for like a year. Then slowly but surely became a massive fan of everything else.

  • @akselbierman6288
    @akselbierman6288 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You forgot to mention his extensive touring (almost every year) with Dead & Co. in the USA. John Mayer is amazing.

    • @johnchandler6831
      @johnchandler6831 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hell yea! I was at his first NYE show with dead and company. He won even the oldest deadheads over in minutes. So sad next year is their last tour.

    • @akselbierman6288
      @akselbierman6288 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@johnchandler6831 a good American friend of mine managed to get me tickets for one of the San Francisco shows in July……..I hope I can go, I also hope that the USA will be a bit cheaper for Europeans than it right now……

    • @TheIgnoramus
      @TheIgnoramus ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johnchandler6831 thanks for letting me know! I need to catch a show!