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John Mayer

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Artist Overview

# Pop

# Rock

# Blues

Bio

John Mayer is a multi-platinum selling singer-songwriter, known for his solo career as well as his career as part of the 'John Mayer Trio.’ Has won seven Grammy Awards with most of his albums being commercially successful. Mayer has broadened his scope to incorporate the blues and has experimented with various musical genres. With millions of fans across the globe. 'TIME' applauded him for his 'vigorous voice texture, and emotional fearlessness.' Mayer became interested in learning guitar after seeing Michael J, Fox's guitar in Back to the Future & after listening to a cassette tape of Stevie Ray Vaughn; Mayer began growing his love for the genre.

Life & Career

John Mayer released his debut EP 'Inside Wants Out' on September 24, 1999. Some of the songs were recorded again for his debut album 'Room for Squares.' Mayer's second studio album 'Heavier Things' debuted at No. 1 on 'US Billboard 200' chart. Sold 317,000 copies in the first week. Eventually, it sold over five million copies worldwide. His debut album 'Room for Squares' received positive reviews from music critics as well. In 2014, Mayer covered 'XO' at a concert in Australia. His version features stripped-down rendition with guitar, piano, and harmonica. It debuted at No. 90 on the 'US Billboard Hot 100' chart, and sold 46,000 copies. He released a single titled 'New Light' in 2018 & in 2019, he released two singles, namely 'I Guess I Just Feel Like' and 'Carry Me Away.'

Greatest Hits

New Light
Your Body Is a Wonderland
Carry Me Away

Achievements

Best Male Pop Vocal Performance - Grammy Awards - 2003
Song of the Year - Grammy Awards - 2005
Best Pop Vocal Album - Grammy Awards - 2007
Best Male Pop Vocal Performance - Grammy Awards - 2009
Best Solo Rock Festival - Grammy Awards - 2009

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