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 | Title : Room for Squares
Author : Mayer, John
Release Date : 20010918
Binding : Audio CD
Regular Price : $18.98
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Editorial Reviews :
Singer-songwriter John Mayer fills his debut, Room for Squares, with pep talks to and advertisements for himself. Even when questioning his young life, Mayer's doubts come off glib; not one second of 'Why Georgia' convinces that 'the stirring in my soul' keeps the artiste awake at night. Between his Dave Matthews-wannabe vocals and the accomplished but bland lite rock of his band, he could be just as easily offering tunes for hire to a coming-of-age network series as making a stand for himself and his worldview. The premise of 'City Love'--that Mayer couldn't find his way around Manhattan until finding a girlfriend to root him to the place--is nice but not edifying. 'My Stupid Mouth' is similarly fuzzy; letting us in on just what he said to alienate a dinner partner would've gone a long way toward fleshing out the song's pat self-deprecation. Ultimately, Mayer comes off less like a commiserating friend than a blabbermouth who's forever forgetting there's someone else in the room. And instead of whining about a discarded lunch box ('83'), dude, learn to brown-bag it the way the rest of us did. --Rickey Wright
Buyer Reviews :
Last fall, John Mayer came to my campus as a part of a concert series. I was forced to leave early, but I knew from the first opening note of 'Why Georgia' that I was gonna be a fan for life. I even bought the CD at the concert, something I normally never do. I rushed home, popped that baby in my player and was absolutely blown away. This kid is crazy talented. All of the tracks are pretty good, but stand-outs are the first 5 tracks, '83,' 'Love Song for No One,' and 'Back to You.' But to be quite honest, the cd doesn't truly do him justice. He's an incredible guitarist who just happens to also be able to sing. His music is best heard live. I've been fortunate enough to see him in concert several times, and each time I was even more impressed than before. He's got a great stage presence and I just love the crazy leg action that goes along with each jam. He truly vibes with his music, and its impossible not to get caught up in the fun. If your town is fortunate enough to be blessed with a performance, run don't walk to get tickets. If you wait too long it will be sold out. 'Room for Squares' only scratches the surface of the talent to come. I can't wait for the next CD.
(by uga_kid)
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