Try! John Mayer Trio Live in Concert
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Free Music Review: Great Album!
Hit: 5 Stars
This album is the mark of another blues age. For someone who plays pop, he has clearly showed his roots as a closet blues player! What makes John such a good guitarist is that he doesn't always have to blow you out of the water with head-heavy licks, which he does do in this album, but rather he shares the soloing with "lyrical licks" that may not be as fascinating as his hard hitting ones, but they truly give the song a "body" and its own personality and soul, which you have to respect! Obviously, Eric Clapton did to invite John to play at his cross roads guitar festival, as well as Double Trouble, the backing group of the late great Stevie Ray Vaughan.
The guy has obviously got the endorsements of the best, how could you see or hear anything other than what the best do?
"Bubble Boy" may be right about the fact Bramhall II and Mato are better players, but the fact is that outside of Garza's one hit wonder (Heaven),KWS, Lang, and now Mayer hold the public's eye much more than any other younger blues rocker, which would be more instrumental than just being "a good guitarist" in a "blues movement".
The only tiny thing I have against this cd, is that I think the JM3 and Columbia, should have given more thought on a studio album to set up "Try!" before they let it loose. Having a live CD for a first album is somewhat wierd. Even still, this album is full of its bumps and bruises along with the highs of articulate craftsmanship and excitement not contained by studios; basically all the things associated with live albums.
Free Music Review: I don't hate this guy anymore
Hit: 5 Stars
Let's get one thing clear -- John Mayer is no Buddy Guy or Stevie Ray Vaughan. They have both done what he's doing much better. That said, this is a HUGE improvement over all the fluffy pap he's put out in the past. He doesn't sing like a Dave Matthews wannabe anymore. Now he's leaning more towards SRV. This is without a doubt his crowning achievement thus far, and if this really is to be viewed as a new beginning for John, we very well may have even better things to hear in the future.
Check out "Wait Until Tomorrow" -- it's a straight reading of Jimi Hendrix's original, and it's quite a respectable version. And the groove that Pino Palladino and Steve Jordan create on "I Got A Woman" is quite refreshing and fun. And "Who Did You Think I Was" is so defiant in its repudiation of the past, you've got to at least respect it if you can't love it. And "Try" just flat-out rocks.
I never thought I'd say it, but I'm actually looking forward to John's next record, which should also be a Trio recording. These are the kinds of surprises that keep me excited about new music, like when Dylan broke his dry spell with Time Out Of Mind or when Radiohead dove head-first into avant garde electronic art rock with Kid A. Granted, this record isn't as substantive as either of those two, but the spirit and energy involved is definitely on par. Give the guy some credit -- he's bold and fearless, and if he keeps this up, he might actually do something as monumental as the aforementioned Dylan and Radiohead records someday.
Free Music Review: Can't sit still....
Hit: 5 Stars
When I put "TRY" into the CD player it is physically impossible for me to sit still. The music on this CD moves you. I'm not going to waste any time trying to defend John's music to those who don't like his voice, or the comparisons to SRV - but I will take some time to share what a gift he does have. First and foremost - when TRY is pouring out of your speakers you will notice the incredible MUSIC first. As a huge John Mayer fan - I always enjoyed his voice - but it is the music on this CD that thrills me each and every time I push play. The sound is heavy, layered, and holds such a groove. My personal favorites include "Love is On the Way" and "Vultures". John takes these songs and me with him on a journey. When I'm driving in my car I forget where I am and where I am going - I am simply lost in the music. Secondly - although without the rougher tone of some blues singers - Mayer's voice has a new edge with this new set of songs. A fine example is the song Vultures...Mayer's voice shines here related to range and key. Full of soul and heart - John's voice is all it should be on what is tagged as a "blues" album.
I caught some on-lookers in other vehicles staring at me this morning on my drive to work because of the manner in which I was grooving out to his CD. The best part is that I could care less - TRY makes me happy - relaxed - and excited for more from JM3. I know that all those who were staring were thinking - "Man..I need what she's got!". If you know what is good for you - you'll grab this one soon...
Free Music Review: I wasn't a John Mayer fan until I heard this album
Hit: 5 Stars
I hadn't heard anything from John Mayer in a while. I had given up on him when he came out with his first album, which was a little too "poppy" for my taste. I usually go for oldies, stevie ray vaughn and hendrix among some of my favorites (though I'm only 24). My friend gave me this album and told me I should try it and to trust him. I absolutely loved this album when I first heard it. Each song is more soulful than they were on their original albums. I actually prefer the versions of "Daughters" and "Gravity" on this album. The versions of these songs make the original versions sound like like the "plain, unsalted" version of potato chips - bland. For those who have said Mayer is a subpar guitar player, I don't think they have truly listened to the guitar parts on this album. Mayer improvises a lot more on this cd.I've seen a lot of people say, "He's no Hendrix" or "He's no Stevie Ray". He may not be, but the influence on the guitar work is definitely there. Mayer pulls out all the stops on this one and plays many songs in the style of Stevie Ray - and it works. You can hear the Hendrix influences on his guitar work all over the place. Even Mayer's voice is different than it usually is on his studio albums. He sounded more relaxed, but his voice sounded great. I only wish Mayer would deliver like this on his studio albums. He would be so great. He really put heart in this live version and you could tell he was relaxed, but that definitely didn't hurt his performance one BIT on this album.Free Music Review: Top shelf John Mayer; not exactly what you're accustomed to.
Hit: 5 Stars
John Mayer is an incredible guitarist, no doubt about it. Some reviewers are actually claiming that as a reason not to like him! Agreed, many good guitar players were self-taught, but how refreshing to hear a GREAT guitar player who actually understands what he's playing! Enough ranting...on to the music.
This CD is not what you expect from John Mayer. It is, however, John Mayer. Explanation follows:
This CD is not particularly radio-friendly as every song on every one of his previous CDs has been. They are all, however, in the usual extremely well-written, well-played, well-sung John Mayer style. This is John Mayer getting back to the roots of what he loves. There's nothing wrong with writing radio-friendly songs, which he excels at, but this album shows that he is an amazing blues musician with a great love for the blues. This is not a far cry from his other material, which is always obviously blues-influenced. It has simply removed all the "pop" frills.
Here's the disclaimer: Mr. Mayer's voice is not particularly well-suited to the style in which he is trying to sing. He is a very talented vocalist, but his voice seems out of its element. His guitar, on the other hand, is a whole different story.
An excellent player backed up by equally amazing musicians in Steve Jordan and Pino Palladino combine to create some incredible music. Teenage girls: you won't like this one, go back to your boy bands.