John Mayer Live in L.A- "Where the light is"

Just when you thought that John Mayer couldn't get any better, he blows your existing expectations to bits and takes it to a whole new level. This new live album which features 3 different sets (acoustic, trio and full band) truly showcases him at his best. I like what this one reviewer said: "It was all his various incarnations on one stage for one night. It's as if he opened up himself all night, and it really gave you a great perspective on his incredible range as a young musician and how much he's grown since Room for Squares." I fully agree, it feels like John's unfolding his exciting, personal journey with you as a musician.

From the first note, I wanted to cry. That's how I judge if an album is a good one. If it has that ability to arrest our oft wandering attention, and make that elusive connection to our heart. John Mayer's got a lethal combination I must say. Watching/hearing him is so enjoyable because his passion for music is infectious! In fact, it feels like you're in the studio with a close fren who's just having bucketloads of fun jamming. At the same time, there's a great deal of artistry and sophistication in what you hear. You gotta give him respect for how much he's laboured at his craft. Finally, his music is undeniably, profoundly moving, often leaving one speechless with its raw confessional honesty and emotive power. Reflective and wistful at times, soulful, bold and fiery at others. John Mayer is showing amazing versatility and maturity for an artist this young.

On a final note, "Where the light is" is an impressive, smashing and timeless album which every self-respecting iPod needs to have. haha! Go out and buy it, then plug in your headphones, close your eyes and ENJOY as John takes you on a delicious ride "into his atmosphere".

I've uploaded 3 songs on to my multiply website....one from each set:
"Belief "(Full band): listen out for the incredible instrumental towards the end
"Who did you think I was" (Trio): fierce bass line in the instrumental at the end too.
"Neon" (Acoustic): Nifty guitar work on this one! It's just way fun hearing John tear it up

(I can't wait for the DVD to come out! That's going to be wicked, I saw a short DVD preview on youtube which showed John Mayer 'opening' for himself. As in, he was his own opening act. Gosh the dude is hilarious! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHLQSW7bfTA&feature=related)


Groupie Quotes:
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[At Plaza Sing Starbucks, Abi and Mich are stoning out and listening to the new John Mayer album. Abi's fren walks past and starts talking to her.]
Abi's fren: You're just sitting there not doing anything!!
Mich and Abi: *both thinking the same thing* We're not doing nothing! We're listening to John!!! (it's one of those albums which demand your fullest attention.)

Abi: *after one of John's amazing solos* Abi thinks she should go to the U.S, find John and marry him!
Mich: Noooo! Me first!
Abi: Hahaha!

Groupie Events:
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In eager anticipation of the "Where the light is" DVD launch.....we're seriously thinking of planning a "Where the light is" DVD viewing party! We just need a kick-ass sound system, a bunch of JM groupies (shldn't be hard to find) and well....food and JM t-shirts are optional. haha! Stay tuned!! :)