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Review 1 for John Mayer

5 / 5

John Mayer sublime in Manchester!!

Manchester Apollo @

- Manchester @

- Fri 15 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Gravity--my fave song! @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club--they were poor--had someone in from the Fratellis--they are poor aswell. @

Posted 13/03/2010

by PrescotCID

Location: Merseyside

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Have been dying to see this amazing singer and guitarist for ages and the wait was definately worth it. Played all his hits and lots fron new cd which I think is his best so far.The rest of his band were superb too and the sound was fab could hear all the instruments and backing singers clearly.Do hope he comes back to this type of venue again rather than arenas, at least here you can actually see the performers and get a much better sound.

Manchester Apollo @

- Manchester @

- Fri 15 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Gravity--my fave song! @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club--they were poor--had someone in from the Fratellis--they are poor aswell. @

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Review 2 for John Mayer

4 / 5

Another great john mayer performance!

hammersmith apollo @

- london @

Favourite moment: the ending of Half of my Heart @

Opening act(s): shocking! @

Posted 02/02/2010

by anon324566

This was the 6th time I've seen John live having previously seen him in hammersmith in 2004 i believe, the forum, royal albert hall both nights and Brixton. However, this concert was the best I have ever heard him sound, his voice was spot on!! I am a massive fan but my only criticism was the overlong keyboard solo and the overlong jam at the end of waiting on the world to change. No offence to the rest of the band (steve jordans drum solo was immense) but I am there to see Mayer, so am not really interested in the person playing the keyboard or hearing solos from other band members. Would much rather see those things taken out and hear john play a few classics like Tracing or In Your Atmosphere! This is the reason I would say that Brixton slightly edged this concert. But already have my tickets to both Wembley dates so hopefully he will be back to his very best!!

hammersmith apollo @

- london @

Favourite moment: the ending of Half of my Heart @

Opening act(s): shocking! @

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Review 3 for John Mayer

1 / 5

Disappointing...

HMV Hammersmith Apollo @

- London @

- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Posted 25/01/2010

by Mucciolo

Location: London

Have been to 2 other JM's gigs in the past. It is always very good. This time it as rather disappointing and boring.
He is becoming an icon of modern music, one of the best guitar players currently in business and top quality albums. At Apollo Hammersmith I watched JM rehearsing for a a old-fashion, New York style Jazz Bar.

Of course, there are a lot of people who very much enjoy this. However, you could see around the crowd on that evening that he and his band rather exagerated on improvisation. Lets put it this way: with that many hits JM carries on his shoulder, turning 3:30min songs into 14:00min did not do for me.

JM is no longer a "Pop musician for 13-years-old girls", we all know that. But that evening he crossed the line and only entertained a very specific public: old-fashion, New York style Jazz Bar people. I am sure they had a good time.

Was pleased to see that he was promoting the new album - which by the way is brilliant - but very disappointed to listened to very few songs and find myself spending most of my time talking to my friend. Again, this was typical of a Jazz Bar kind of appearence.

The JM and the band I saw at the Forum and Royal Albert Hall was far superior. If JM is now moving towards a Eric-Clapton type of musician I guess his audience will be way different. As a good guitar enthusiast, JM has become a modern icon with his unique tapping, complex chords and harmony. Listening to someone doing guitar solos - letting the other band members long solos - was never my thing. And while I enjoy (still does) the "technicalities" of his music, I was very bored with the exxageration. The worse is to think that many people were there only for his music.

Raising serious question on whether I should or not go to another of his gigs. I guess I rather keep the good memory, listen to the brilliant songs from the album and save the money.

PS: Well done to Apollo for the great sound quality. Much better than many other big venues in London.

Sorry,

Bruno

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Review 4 for John Mayer

4 / 5

John Mayer was one-off experience

O2 Academy Glasgow @

- Glasgow @

- Sat 16 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Audience participation @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club @

Posted 24/01/2010

by SeniorChef

Location: Musselburgh

After standing in a long queue outside in light rain, the interior of the O2 was very welcome.
The opening act got the audience warmed up, but unfortunately the atmosphere was slightly lost due to the long interval to remove their equipment and set up the main equipment .
John Mayer's set was brilliant. He has huge stage presence and treats his audience as his friends. The set comprised mainly of tracks from his latest album, Battle Studies, but many songs in his rich back-catalogue were included too. His singing and guitar work were outstanding.

O2 Academy Glasgow @

- Glasgow @

- Sat 16 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Audience participation @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club @

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Review 5 for John Mayer

5 / 5

John Mayer Amazing

O2 Academy Glasgow @

- Glasgow @

- Sat 16 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: The whole gig from start to finish including the support. @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club @

Posted 24/01/2010

by aoisla

Location: Dumfries & Galloway

Its the first time I have saw John Mayer and I was not disappointed. Been a fan of his music for a good few years now and glad he finally made the trip to Scotland and could do with him coming north more often. The O2 Academy was a great venue for him; small and intimate as it should be, to appreciate his talent. Fabulous support from Codeine Velvet Club, a fantastic night which sadly had to end. Brilliant 2 hour set. When he does return I hope he sticks to smaller venues.

O2 Academy Glasgow @

- Glasgow @

- Sat 16 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: The whole gig from start to finish including the support. @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club @

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Review 6 for John Mayer

5 / 5

John Mayer is a guitar god !!

HMV Hammersmith Apollo @

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- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Moments (!) - Vultures, Gravity and Freefallin' @

Posted 23/01/2010

by musiclover28

It's true !! With so many great songs to choose from in his back catalogue, it had the potential to be a great night. In fact it turned out to be an amazing night ! Having seen him play twice before I hoped he'd live up to expectation again and was not disappointed - he was awesome ! Mayer has a diverse following these days but even in a packed out crowd everyone seemed to be having a great night.
The venue itself was small but intimate, and stage set up was basic, but its truely about the music when you see Mayer play.
Forget about the tabloid gossip that surrounds him , and see one of our generations most talented musicians - you won't be disappointed !

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Favourite moment: Moments (!) - Vultures, Gravity and Freefallin' @

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Review 7 for John Mayer

4 / 5

john mayer

Manchester Apollo @

- Manchester @

- Fri 15 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: numerous tracks but if i had to choose it would be GRAVITY!!! @

Posted 22/01/2010

by lanceypants

Location: Birmingham

I wasn't really a fan but my wife and daughter dragged me along. I was pleasantly surprised and thoroughly enjoyed the gig.

Manchester Apollo @

- Manchester @

- Fri 15 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: numerous tracks but if i had to choose it would be GRAVITY!!! @

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Review 8 for John Mayer

4 / 5

Incredible!!!

Hammersmith Apollo @

- London @

- 18/01/2010 @

Favourite moment: Heartbreak Warfare and Gravity! @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club @

Posted 22/01/2010

by JohnMayerFan

John Mayer gave an outstanding performance, the only thing missing was "Assassin" from the setlist.

I would highly recommend to buying tickets to see him if you can. This was my first time seeing John Mayer live after being a fan for a while and it was so worth the wait.

Can't wait for the additional date at Wembley!

If it's at all possible, I'm a bigger fan than I was before! He's one talented guy and the songs sounded even better live. Must give kudos to the band, back up singers weren't all that.

Love, love, loved it!

Hammersmith Apollo @

- London @

- 18/01/2010 @

Favourite moment: Heartbreak Warfare and Gravity! @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club @

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Review 9 for John Mayer

5 / 5

Amazing

HMV Hammersmith Apollo @

- London @

- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Free Fallin @

Posted 22/01/2010

by lyricman1973

Location: Denmark

We came to London all the way from denmark just to see JM in concert. And it was worth the journey. JM is an amazing performer and guitarist and with a back-up band of world-class musicians it was a 5 star live-performance. JM gave us a mix of old and new - and a bit of Michael Jackson. Numerous solos and jams......... AMAZING

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- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Free Fallin @

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Review 10 for John Mayer

3 / 5

Mediocre Mayer

HMV Hammersmith Apollo @

- London @

- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Why Georgia @

Posted 22/01/2010

by WDFM

Amazing musician, great songs, tight performance and spot on vocals in front of a full house at The Apollo. However, there was always something lacking on the evening - he didn't command the audience, rather a given that we all love ya John and your philisophical ramblings. Might work in the US, but wasn't there to hear you preach - wanted a gutsy performance to grab the UK. A lack of energy on stage - perfectly demonstrated by the old timer session player on the guitar. A number of songs played at a snails pace, and drawn out for a good 10 minutes on a self indulgent trip (Gravity). The rather disappointing drum solo - went on and on. Highlights of Why Georgia, Vultures, Heartbreak Warfare, Perfectly Lonely and Waiting on World to change. Seriously missing crowd favourites of Neon & Atmosphere.
From this evening, I can see why Mr Mayer is a favourite in the US and struggling to get a stronger foot hold in the pop-blues arena of the UK. Was a 'nice', average gig, but I didn't feel I was missing much popping out to the bar to pay a crazy amount of money for a beer. Also - is this the most expensive venue in London?!?!!?!

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- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Why Georgia @

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Review 11 for John Mayer

5 / 5

john mayer - incredible

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Posted 22/01/2010

by twitch88

Location: birmingham

Saw John Mayer on the 19th in wolverhampton civic hall, brilliant venue, nice and close.

He was brilliant, best live gig I have ever been to,

highly recommend!!!!!!

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

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Review 12 for John Mayer

5 / 5

John Mayer - Hammersmith

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- London @

- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Short cover of Jackson Five's I Wan You Back. Free Fallin' in the encore. Vultures, and also Gravity. @

Setlist: Heartbreak Warefare, Crossroads, Vultures, Pefectly Lonely, Why Georgia, I Don't Trust Myself (With Loving You), Belief, Half Of My Heart, Waiting On The World To Change, Bigger Than My Body, Gravity, Free Fallin', Stop This Train, Who Says, Friends Lovers or Nothing. @

Opening act(s): Codine Velvet Club @

Posted 21/01/2010

by Shamuel

Location: Kent

Absolutely incredibly, in particular the first half of the set and the encore. Only slight thing that maybe wore me down a bit was the keyboard solo, no offence to the guy of course. But apart from that the show was unbelieable. I loved it. Would highly recommend without a shadow of a doubt!

HMV Hammersmith Apollo @

- London @

- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Short cover of Jackson Five's I Wan You Back. Free Fallin' in the encore. Vultures, and also Gravity. @

Opening act(s): Codine Velvet Club @

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Review 13 for John Mayer

4 / 5

Blinding

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: The absolutely pointless Backing singers got their mobiles out to check as the last song ended @

Opening act(s): loud @

Posted 21/01/2010

by bhayani

Location: Leicester

Concert was good, the guy in charge of lighting had a bad day.
A lot of people had to cover their eyes as the moving spotlights resting position was straight at the crowd.

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: The absolutely pointless Backing singers got their mobiles out to check as the last song ended @

Opening act(s): loud @

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Review 14 for John Mayer

5 / 5

John Mayer - Incredible!

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Actually slow dancing in a burning room. @

Setlist: Heartbreak Warfare, Perfectly Lonely, Why Georgia, Belief, Who Says, Half of My Heart, Slow Dancing In A Burning Room, Crossroads, Edge of Desire @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club @

Posted 21/01/2010

by Intehclouds

Location: Manchester

John Mayer delivered an incredible performance.
Recommended to anybody considering to buy tickets. This was my first JM concert and I was blown away. Already waiting to buy tickets for his extended tour dates in May!

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: Actually slow dancing in a burning room. @

Setlist: Heartbreak Warfare, Perfectly Lonely, Why Georgia, Belief, Who Says, Half of My Heart, Slow Dancing In A Burning Room, Crossroads, Edge of Desire @

Opening act(s): Codeine Velvet Club @

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Review 15 for John Mayer

4 / 5

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Posted 21/01/2010

by Anonymous

Great concert let down by distortionately loud acoustics.

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- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

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Review 16 for John Mayer

5 / 5

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- London @

- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: EVERY MOMENT @

Posted 21/01/2010

by leat

AMAZINGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGG fantastic performance, he is brilliant live

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- Mon 18 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: EVERY MOMENT @

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Review 17 for John Mayer

5 / 5

An amazing night.

Manchester Apollo @

- Manchester @

- Fri 15 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: From the moment he came on stage until the sad moment where he left! @

Opening act(s): I wasnt such a fan of the support group - Codeine. @

Posted 21/01/2010

by Comptonia

Even if you are not a huge fan of the Mayer like i am, it was a unforgettable night.
I will be going to see him many more times in the future.

Manchester Apollo @

- Manchester @

- Fri 15 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: From the moment he came on stage until the sad moment where he left! @

Opening act(s): I wasnt such a fan of the support group - Codeine. @

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Review 18 for John Mayer

5 / 5

Amazing!

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Opening act(s): Codine (the velvet club). @

Posted 21/01/2010

by cswrighty

Apart from the support act (Codine The Velvet Club, too loud and sound levels were all wrong), the night was top notch. He was warm, funny, connected with the audience and above all, put on a great show.
I must admit, I am not a fan of the 15min Bluesy solo bit of the show, but apart from that- can't fault him.
Living legend!!

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Opening act(s): Codine (the velvet club). @

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Review 19 for John Mayer

5 / 5

O2 Academy Glasgow @

- Glasgow @

- Sat 16 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: gravity @

Posted 20/01/2010

by shellbell87

Location: Glasgow

Amazing!!! hope he comes back soon. even the support was good

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- Sat 16 Jan 2010 @

Favourite moment: gravity @

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Review 20 for John Mayer

5 / 5

John Mayer

Wolverhampton Civic Hall @

- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

Posted 20/01/2010

by barclay

ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!!!!!! IT WAS LIKE LISTENEING TO JOHN MAYER PLAYING IN YOUR SITTING ROOM!!!! JUST FANTASTIC!

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- Wolverhampton @

- Tue 19 Jan 2010 @

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