John Mayer "Battle Studies"

John Mayer is an interesting artist. Is he really the brooding, lyrical genius from his songs or just a poser who will say whatever he has to to get laid? Either way, he is successful with both critics and the masses.

This album isn't quite as good as Continuum but it's another solid effort. I feel like he made a more concerted effort to focus on his guitar playing. In the past it has gotten lost due to some massive orchestration, but this reminded me at times of the John Mayer Trio's Try!.

Must hear: Heartbreak Warfare (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pro3bpx2SD4)

(Release Date: 11/17/09)