new John Mayer - FM -related

Remy · #1 11-06-2009, 07:07 PM

Hey guys! I stumbled upon this song from John Mayer's new album, it's titled "Half OF My Heart" and i've seen many people commenting on how it's very fleetwoodmac-esque.

it's really lovely and DOES in fact fit FM style. take a listen http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iYqf4V0ZlU

GypsyBlueEyes · #2 11-06-2009, 07:42 PM

I listened to this yesterday. Its alright. If your listening to it because of Taylor Swift you might be disappointed because she doesn't even sing that much on it. Anyway, what I read was that it's "Fleetwood Mac inspired" but that was all the info given so I figured it was BS. I didn't know there were other people making an FM connection.

I do remember a while back when Taylor was first becoming popular that he was interested in working with her, saying that she would be "the Stevie Nicks to his Tom Petty"...and then I immediately felt ill

Remy · #3 11-06-2009, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by GypsyBlueEyes

I do remember a while back when Taylor was first becoming popular that he was interested in working with her, saying that she would be "the Stevie Nicks to his Tom Petty"...and then I immediately felt ill

well, john mayer is a joker

that would be quite a stretch.

but i love the song.

Nico · #4 11-06-2009, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by GypsyBlueEyes

I do remember a while back when Taylor was first becoming popular that he was interested in working with her, saying that she would be "the Stevie Nicks to his Tom Petty"...and then I immediately felt ill

What makes me ill is that gawd-awful cover of Free Falling that he somehow has gained an audience for. His version is utter crap. I totally hate it when people cover brilliant songs and their covers sound like soft rock atrocities.

However, he is a very talented performer and for the most part I can't deny he's made some really enjoyable music, lyrically and musically. I think his reputation is ridiculous, but I somewhat like his sense of humor and the fact that he makes fun of himself.

So put that all together and John Mayer is OK. He lost quite a few notches when he touched the T. Petty song, so he needs to work hard to earn those back.

**mylittledemon** · #5 11-06-2009, 11:23 PM

I def thought the intro was very "Dreams" inspired

louielouie2000 · #6 11-07-2009, 02:00 AM

Taylor's backing vocals are absolutely very Stevie-esque. You can definitely tell she drew her inspiration from songs like Stop Dragin' and I Will Run To You. The song has kinda a Fleetwood Mac-Eagles vibe to it for sure... but is a bit too country-ish to be Fleetwood Mac. The intro does seem kinda like a country-fied version of the wall of sound Thrown Down. Cute little song... thanks for sharing!

kak125 · #7 11-13-2009, 10:39 AM

i agree this song sounds very fleetwood macish to me - i love it and i love john mayer. i found the entire cd online the other day and its very good. i love all his stuff even though i think he is such a douche sometimes, ha!

Musicman408 · #8 11-13-2009, 12:02 PM

Wow- this sounds SOOOOOO much like "Say You Will". I've got to say that really is a popular chord progression. It's a decent enough song though.

Remy · #9 11-14-2009, 01:21 PM

I'm just done listening to the whole album. I highly recommend it! Great songs. "War of my life" also sounds like something a MAC fan would love.

Nico · #10 11-15-2009, 01:41 AM

I'm going to go out and buy it tomorrow. Two people I know have heard and praised this album and prior to hearing hated JM completely.

kak125 · #11 11-15-2009, 05:05 PM

i love this new john mayer. i was so happy to find it last week online and have been listening to it non-stop since!!

**mylittledemon** · #12 11-16-2009, 02:06 AM

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I have only one thing to say about this:

Well said.

jannieC · #13 11-16-2009, 06:19 AM

Just out of curiosity, why do people not like John Mayer? I have a slight crush on him, but then again I don't know too much about him.

jannieC · #14 11-18-2009, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by jannieC

Just out of curiosity, why do people not like John Mayer? I have a slight crush on him, but then again I don't know too much about him.

***crickets***

Well then, can't be too bad!

Nico · #15 11-18-2009, 05:23 PM

I bought the album. I really kinda adore it. He's an excellent songwriter and I don't hate his voice at all. I recommend it to those who aren't repulsed by JM.