Imagine the balls to solo in front of John Mayer

@jahkristjanfari

2 жыл бұрын

But at the same time, you’d know that he wouldn’t scoff at you if you sucked it up- he’d be a gentleman and help you along

@rvuksonm

2 жыл бұрын

I think that solo, because he was scared as f, is at its 50% of its potential

@piercejenkins13

2 жыл бұрын

fr tho

@sonampakhrin826

2 жыл бұрын

I'd be like jus stuck with pentatonic.

@james-he7xv

2 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of the time I had to show jimmy page the solo on dazed and confused

No pressure. It’s just John Mayer watching you play his solo

That drummer is so deep in the pocket. Solid, tasteful, spot on. Bravo.

@kellystorm6760

2 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful compliment , you have a magical way with words, thank you I am so inspired by your satisfying expression . sincerely lots of love to you.

@danielhoskins4690

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, he would be a total pleasure to play with.

the real MVP here is definitely the pianist, such a vibe and perfect little fills

@TheQuesoJC

2 жыл бұрын

Great playing but played way too much. Part of being a great musician is looking at the big picture of the piece

@buddyrye9190

2 жыл бұрын

Totally disagree. Who’s song is it? Yeah… it’s Mayer’s song. I’ve been part of many gigs before where the war of lead doesn’t need to happen.

@zac3392

2 жыл бұрын

Bet he learned in church...

@XYBand

2 жыл бұрын

Great playing for their age

@jazzjingjing

2 жыл бұрын

Love that ‘ahh’ from John around 0:25. He loves that piano fill.

Man has this guy completely turned his image around, humbled himself, and became a truly good person. This is Keanu Reeves level humanity shit right here.

@Fyuesiy

2 жыл бұрын

I mean the bar is pretty low lol

@dianebig7857

2 жыл бұрын

In my opinion, this is an aspect of him you just didn't see. It was always in there. He always was a good person, at heart.

@jimolson8810

2 жыл бұрын

@@dianebig7857 no, there was a time that he was an egotistical douche. He has said so himself in interviews. He made a conscious decision to become a better person. And I’m glad for it!

@luisacardet5907

2 жыл бұрын

@@jimolson8810 But you guys talked about him, like he used to be a criminal, or did something terrible crime. What's wrong whit you guys??????.

@BSos32

2 жыл бұрын

Or he probably just got paid a boat load of money.

man soloing over gravity next to John Mayer ...I would just freeze...big props to the kids!

@Guitarist789

2 жыл бұрын

He did a great job imho.

@conbaz106

2 жыл бұрын

@@Guitarist789 100%

@xianwatts4352

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty lame solo tho, not good frankly. Uninteresting, no clear phrasing, out of pocket. Still hella incredible seeing how absolutely humble John has become

@conbaz106

2 жыл бұрын

@@xianwatts4352 ffs..

@cobblertv2984

2 жыл бұрын

@@xianwatts4352 lmao shut up. how many times you gonna play with john mayer? None? yea get over it social reject.

A freaking guitar god graciously giving the kid his space and not stilling his thunder. I love this dude.

@cliffordlaport4322

2 жыл бұрын

I love this dude too!

@benproleter3746

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly, he didn’t outbid the solo of the kid, just let him play and back to the chorus, that’s classy !

@aaronlee1129

2 жыл бұрын

Mayer is such a class act

@paulricardo2388

2 жыл бұрын

💯% 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼

@marcus_fns

2 жыл бұрын

Mayer is a true musician and a gentleman, always ready for a jam.

A perfect example of mentorship, inclusion, respect, and humility. "May you always do for others And let others do for you"

John is so generous in giving these young musicians and opportunity to play with him. That keyboard player is one to watch.

@pittaaaabread

2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't say generous John is a musician through and through and a celebrity second he's just doing what he loves.

Who can afford John Mayer next to the pool in the back yard ???? Astonishing !! 😮

Love the look of joy on JM’s face watching the kids solo. Those young guys have a great sound and have learned to listen to each other well. The mark of true improvisers and great players.

@dianebig7857

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I saw that, too. So very special to see, and hear.

John really loves and enjoys seeing the learning and growth process of kids who also love music.

keyboard player got chops !

@mikewarren5351

2 жыл бұрын

For sure. In my humble opinion he played too much though.

@juanpablopinoarauz

2 жыл бұрын

This was perfect to have Sax 🎷 solo,but nooooooo.

@mikewarren5351

2 жыл бұрын

@@mumford5111 I agreed he had chops. He does. Nice fills. But too often. Again, just my humble opinion. I play guitar and am no where on anyone in that bands level. I know John Mayer is also a fan of people who don’t bust out everything they have at every moment but play a bit reserved. It’s whatever, just my opinion, nothing to get worked up about. Strange comment bro.

@TechGrubTV

2 жыл бұрын

too much... he should save some for dinner

@cyrildomdomcasino998

2 жыл бұрын

@@mumford5111 he nailed it sir but he`s also overplaying sir.

John showing he is a true man of music whether playing with Pino and Steve or kids at their gig. Props to John for not being to big to play smaller, the keyboard player for lighting the keys up and the rest of the band for holding on, doing their part (and then some for the guitar) with one of our greatest present-day songwriters and musicians.

what a humble guy, let the pianist and other guitarist lead the show

Hat's off to everyone, but especially the young guy on guitar. Just straight up taking a solo like its no big deal in front of John Mayer! What confidence - and he did great!

@danielhoskins4690

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah-and he had about two beats’ notice! Not actually long enough to get scared I suppose!

John Mayer being his generous sweet self giving these young people the thrill of a lifetime. It’s priceless. I love it. Love him

That kid on guitar is already has a mental of professional, if i got a job to soloing over john, i couldn't even play a single note while he stares at my playing like that 😂😂😂

The pianist was on point, in every moment! Wow!! And well, John is just the best guitarist of our decade, period.

@TechGrubTV

2 жыл бұрын

he wasnt tho... he was constantly getting in the way of John's performance... you could even see the discomfort on John's face

@Fyuesiy

2 жыл бұрын

On a song like this it’s more about restraint than playing too much, playing like he did on the first verse is almost too much, second verse is ok

@Venmanayan

2 жыл бұрын

He is overplaying, he should know when to slow down

@danielhoskins4690

2 жыл бұрын

I think the drummer is on point though.

@tvalla

2 жыл бұрын

@@TechGrubTV nope

and the young guitarist is incredibly tasteful. Beautiful playing. So much soul.

The drummer smiling the whole song is exactly what I’d be doing too! Such a cool moment and seeing John allowing the young musicians take the solos was very cool to see too. Great video

@johnralte4647

2 жыл бұрын

YEP... that smile...thats what set the whole vibe of the video....

lets talk about how silky these little drum fills are and how well they really compliment Gravity. awesome all around. great job to the kids and thanks John for showing us again how humble and awesome you really are. these kids have to feel like they’re on top of the World jamming in sync with John Mayer.

@eric-lv8fq

2 жыл бұрын

who were the guys performing with john?

@vincentfesta9540

2 жыл бұрын

It establishes the beat nicely

The drummer occasionally slipping into the Purdie shuffle is sooo nice 👍

This video shows that John is living proof that tone is in the fingers.

This is so wholesome, those kids are so good. It's such a flex to be able to say you played with John Mayer.

A very heartfelt performance. I feel like 'Gravity' is one of the masterpieces of the 21st century. I haven't listened to JM for a while and am reminded of his genius as a writer and musician. Lot of chemistry in this line up too. Very solid guitar solo and then the keyboard solo was amazing. What an awesome concert this would have been.

Such a good opportunity for these musicians

I would forget all the scales man in front of John and this guy did pretty good job....

So cool that John played an impromtpu gig like this - no fancy gear, no super professional side musicians, etc.

The drummer and the keyboardist were on the level of their own!

This is what music is about. Thank you John for really getting it and being so humble. It was a long strange trip for you but you definitely did it and showing everyone else how. Thank you and can’t wait to see you on Monday August 16th in Raleigh.

Love Mayer. The REAL deal, musically, artistically - and as a human being. This is delightful.

Those keys!!!! Dayum!! I would also like to point out that JM gave the kid the guitar break and didn't play a solo directly after so as to avoid overshadowing the kid's really good performance. That's was a real classy move right there on JM's part. Well done!

@TheKisaHani

2 жыл бұрын

thinking bout the amount of money they paid him for coming, probably in its place hahah

@TheKisaHani

2 жыл бұрын

but loved the fact u pointed out still

Mayer makes any guitar sound like $15,000 🔥🔥 Way to go band!

This is the best thing I've seen in a long time. Good on John for being, as Jim Olson commented, so generous. When is the last time he had to sing through an over-driving Roland Cube and play through a solid-state Fender Champ? The answer is, probably never. Yet, here he is ... good on ya John Mayer ... good on ya!

Love the way John truly loves music ,he’s generous and smiles when the guitar player goes for a solo ..A master player and a kind personality .

The pianist has some soul there. Great playing They all nailed it.

These young gentlemen just added 10 years to their experience. That's what happens when a great gives to the future generation. This Is Mentorship! 👏👏👏👏👏

0:23 John Mayer felt it ! When you answer him in music, he reacts immediatly !

This fills my heart with so much joy. This is the true power of music. There is so much love on display in so many ways.

A good musician can be good anywhere. These kids just proved that to the world.

Gosh I would be so nervous if I was that guitar player and he asked me to solo

This was all kinds of awesome!!

from a $200k Dumble and $4000 PRS Silver Sky to a $500 Epi and a $200 fender solid state amp, and he sounds EXACTLY THE SAME. Goes to show its whats in the fingers, not in the $$.

@danherrick2310

2 жыл бұрын

I think it's equally a testament to the fact that expensive gear isn't THAT much better. Especially when recorded like this with youtube compression.

@steppingrazor5081

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing

@wair138

2 жыл бұрын

He still sounds really good here but to say he sounds the exact same is a massive stretch lol

@alfredoarredondocastillo7007

2 жыл бұрын

The real true

@stevencrippen6609

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t even think that epiphone is $200 none the less, in the hands of a master it sings

Love this, very relaxing and fun.

Geeze can you imagine having to solo in from of John? 😳 I’d for sure freeze up lol

🧡I need more of that.🧡So fun, thank you for sharing. Great sound...

Humble John, amazing

This was a very kind and caring thing of Mr. Mayer to do for these young musicians.

John dropping his sunglasses out of his pocket during Gravity is a statement people. :v True mastery @ 1:16 ....during singing exactly "to throw it all away"...even better mastery than I thought...!! John is ubercool. :P Amen

Omg love how proud John is of them!!!! So sweet

This is so wholesome and amazing. Kids are super talented!

Man this a vibe !!! I didn’t want it to end.

Thats a beginners guitar. He was totally at a party and just played for everyone just cause he loves it. I'll always look up to john mayer

Excellent...perfect for this moment!

Thank you a million times for letting these kids shine! I’m so very grateful

Solid guy. Show these young men hard work pays off.

1:14 pure gravity

Wow every single one amazing what a treat. I can hear and see this over and over and over again! 🙏🏼

JM gave those kids so much musical space, thanks for posting❣️

Oh John, John, John, you wonderful man, you. Love, love, LOVE this. Rock on, guys!!!!

Looooove this. 💜💜💜🙌🏽

1:20 that pianist is amazing

Smiles all round after watching this.

Remember when John said he was an tripping on his ego. Now he seems pretty humble. I’m a fan.

Great Job fellas! Excellent vibe to my favorite JM tune...props to the guitar player for putting it out there in front of John!

Wow what a dream come true! Those kids will remember this day for the rest of their lives

Keyboard player is amazing, but the drummer and bassist know when not to play and that is as important.

you know you hit that sweet spot when you make John say... Ahhh! great job these kids are really good. the keyboardist is smooth

Props to John, he didn't come back to bridge till the other guitarist was done playing that solo. And then John wanted to play the end solo but offered it to the pianist. Respect for him ! He is a musician's musician who respects other, really shows his age and experience.

Talented kids! 🎉

Thats why I love John Mayer

Imagine trying to do a guitar solo right in front of John Mayer....props to that kid.

I saw this on Instagram, loved it. This was nice of him to sit in a jam session with them. Kudos John.🤗🤗🤗

What an amazingly talented band! John, I love you, but they rock.

JM is a cool guy.. legend & humble enough to let these young ones shine! I take my hat off for this guy!

What a sweet performance for all.

@johnmayer4288

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks you I really appreciate for the lovely comment and kind words , I just want to say thank you I want you to send me a direct message via hangouts using my personal email . Also endeavor to add your name to the text so I can know you are the one texting because I don't reply unnecessary messages Hangouts mail: officialjohnmayer90@gmail.com

What INCREDIBLE band !!!!

Beautiful..

GIVING ME BACK LIFE

Just come to the realization that all players are in the Biz! Even when creating songs from the soul, we live in a world where sponsorship keeps us mortality comforted. Sounds great none the less.

What an incredible experience to remember…

Well here's a lesson for the thousands that are hunting for the John Mayer tone through gear, lol

@hadi141

2 жыл бұрын

HAHHA your so right I’m one of those guys it’s not the gear it’s the person and the hands

@augustchandler5607

2 жыл бұрын

Damn...

@subarashi5032

2 жыл бұрын

This is NOT Mayers tone, yes this is Mayers hand's tone, he could be using an ibanez RG and we still can hear it

@nmitrading

2 жыл бұрын

Person and hands sorry gear heads

@adrianhjordan1981

2 жыл бұрын

People can get his tone, what they can't get is his feel and phrasing. I mean this video doesn't have his typical tone, absolutely no way it can through that rig. And that's fine.

The band is just killing it. Very nice.

This is awesome!

Marvellous

I absolutely love this video. The lad on the keys is just insane but the others are so good as well. The lad soloing with Mayer chuckling along. The rhythm section is just outstanding as well When he turns to the dummer to pick the beat up. Fantastic

John always John ❤️

My favorite song in the world

THANK YOU

Kids are killing it tbh

What a beeeeautifulll scene and moment!!! This guy is Huuuugeee!!! Respect & love from Morocco! ❤️❤️❤️🤞

I. would. be. deaded. These guys are so good. Very nice of them to let John Mayer play with them. :-)

This is so wholesome

Não canso de ver e ouvir... Como é bom curtir uma das melhores músicas de todos os tempos hoje em dia, que privilégio!!!!!!!

That was SWEET

WOW! That musicianship.

I think JM has matured a lot and has not hit his ceiling yet as a musician/guitar player (not to discredit anything he’s already done just that I think the future is even brighter for him).

@soultruesk8rlifelong

2 жыл бұрын

New song dropped today! I know it's a new music video actually, the song could've potentially already been released without me knowing

@wideningcarrot6

8 сағат бұрын

I still believe continuum was his best work and will probably be his best full album of work. He’s done incredible songs since then, but he’s got nothing to prove now like he did with continuum and therefore his albums don’t have the same weight behind them. And that’s ok. He’s just having fun and writing songs that meaningful. He remains to show off how incredible of a musician he is and a living guitar legend. Thank god we have the internet where we can capture as much of we can of his playing for generations to come to experience

Buen groove del baterista! Y John se pasa!!! 👏👏

Bloody excellent