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| Play | 1. Heartbreak Warfare | 4:29 | $1.29 |  |
| Play | 2. All We Ever Do Is Say Goodbye | 4:35 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 3. Half Of My Heart | 4:10 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 4. Who Says | 2:55 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 5. Perfectly Lonely | 4:28 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 6. Assassin | 5:14 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 7. Crossroads | 2:29 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 8. War Of My Life | 4:15 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 9. Edge Of Desire | 5:32 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 10. Do You Know Me | 2:30 | $1.29 | |
| Play | 11. Friends, Lovers Or Nothing | 5:59 | $1.29 | |
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97 of 112 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
John Mayer set the bar too high on the last album and falls short of his high standard on this one. A lot of his songs are good, but there's nothing here that has the punch of Continuum, which I believe is his finest work and an absolute masterpiece. On Continuum, he shows how fantastic his guitar skills are and brings his blues influence out in full force. On Battle Studies, he sinks backwards towards some of his older, less sophisticated works. After several listens, this album has grown on me, but it's only enjoyable, not fantastic.
49 of 58 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
For anyone who happens to be on Twitter, John Mayer is a must follow (along with @MyLathamLife and @NewCDReviews). His incredible sense of humor and lack of inhibition is good for an almost guaranteed daily laugh. What's interesting is that his humor rarely carries over to his music and when it does, it's subtle. Perhaps it's the "Adult Contemporary" label he's given, or perhaps it's his desire to musically follow in the footsteps of his influences; Eric Clapton, Bob Dylan, and Robert Johnson to name a few. Whatever it may be, John Mayer has been releasing mature, blues-based, increasingly guitar featured music since 1999 with almost always fantastic results.
For John Mayer fans, this album is a familiar continuation of the work he has released throughout the decade. Although different instruments are occasionally added to the mix and various styles and influences filter in throughout, the real feature remains his guitar. The first track, "Heartbreak Warfare" opens with strings fading in followed by delayed guitar reminiscent of U2's The Edge. While these sounds may be experimental for Mayer, they seem to set the mood for the remainder of the album. Following "Heartbreak Warfare" is "All We Ever Do Is Say Goodbye," which has one of the most beautiful choruses Mayer has produced. My guess is he was listening to a great deal of Chicago as he wrote it.
Although the romantic Adult Contemporary themes prevail on the majority of the record, Mayer's sense of humor does gently poke through on the tracks "Half of My Heart" and "Who Says." On "Half of My Heart," Mayer shares the track with Taylor Swift and sings about loving someone while always looking for someone else. On "Who Says," easily one of the best, and most likely one of the most honest tracks of the album, Mayer gives a little insight to his opinion of marijuana use. The brilliant line "I don't remember you looking any better, but then again I don't remember you" repeats throughout and at the very least produces a smile every time it's heard.
For Battle Studies, the concentration is clearly on tone. There is no greater example of this than on his cover of Robert Johnson's "Crossroads." For any blues guitarist, "Crossroads" is almost a required cover, a Fender player's coming of age celebration. John Mayer's cover is significantly slower than Eric Clapton's famous rendition of the track with Cream and resembles Robert Randolph's funk infused style more than the original Robert Johnson recording, but when Mayer opts to solo, the notes are crisp, clear, and distinctly his own. Instead of showing off with notes, he maintains the respect of his followers with the sound he produces from his instrument. David Gilmour of Pink Floyd was famous for the same.
Battle Studies may not be John Mayer's greatest achievement, but it's a worthy addition to his already impressive repertoire. With many of his idols still producing music today, it's safe to say we can expect even more great things from this phenomenal guitarist and songwriter for many years to come.
Similar Artists: Eric Clapton, B.B. King
Track Suggestion: Who Says
For John Mayer fans, this album is a familiar continuation of the work he has released throughout the decade. Although different instruments are occasionally added to the mix and various styles and influences filter in throughout, the real feature remains his guitar. The first track, "Heartbreak Warfare" opens with strings fading in followed by delayed guitar reminiscent of U2's The Edge. While these sounds may be experimental for Mayer, they seem to set the mood for the remainder of the album. Following "Heartbreak Warfare" is "All We Ever Do Is Say Goodbye," which has one of the most beautiful choruses Mayer has produced. My guess is he was listening to a great deal of Chicago as he wrote it.
Although the romantic Adult Contemporary themes prevail on the majority of the record, Mayer's sense of humor does gently poke through on the tracks "Half of My Heart" and "Who Says." On "Half of My Heart," Mayer shares the track with Taylor Swift and sings about loving someone while always looking for someone else. On "Who Says," easily one of the best, and most likely one of the most honest tracks of the album, Mayer gives a little insight to his opinion of marijuana use. The brilliant line "I don't remember you looking any better, but then again I don't remember you" repeats throughout and at the very least produces a smile every time it's heard.
For Battle Studies, the concentration is clearly on tone. There is no greater example of this than on his cover of Robert Johnson's "Crossroads." For any blues guitarist, "Crossroads" is almost a required cover, a Fender player's coming of age celebration. John Mayer's cover is significantly slower than Eric Clapton's famous rendition of the track with Cream and resembles Robert Randolph's funk infused style more than the original Robert Johnson recording, but when Mayer opts to solo, the notes are crisp, clear, and distinctly his own. Instead of showing off with notes, he maintains the respect of his followers with the sound he produces from his instrument. David Gilmour of Pink Floyd was famous for the same.
Battle Studies may not be John Mayer's greatest achievement, but it's a worthy addition to his already impressive repertoire. With many of his idols still producing music today, it's safe to say we can expect even more great things from this phenomenal guitarist and songwriter for many years to come.
Similar Artists: Eric Clapton, B.B. King
Track Suggestion: Who Says
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:MP3 Download
After a couple weeks of listening to this, I'm ready to admit that I like the album. But I will stand by the argument that he is capable of much better songwriting than we hear on Battle Studies. The funny thing is, that seems to be the way it was intended. You get the idea Mayer got exactly what he was going for here: a straight forward, pleasant tribute to late 70's/80's pop music (You will hear the Fogelberg, Phil Collins, U2, James Taylor, etc). Lyrically it's honest and heartfelt, but not adventurous or particularly creative.
For the last several months, I've been following John on twitter, and it's impossible not to fall in love with him as a personality. This and the sheer brilliance of Continuum set up expectations that were hard to meet...and they haven't. Basically what I'd say is that it's a perfectly enjoyable album and by no means has he lost his edge, but hard to swallow when you know he's capable of magnificent. The cover on the CD, obviously in place to appease his fans on the blues end of things, classic "Crossroads" is a blast, but entirely popped out and not with the kind of grit Stevie Ray would approve of.
Assassin is a brilliant, gutsy track. But it's no "Belief" or "Vultures". "Heartbreak Warfare" is a full, orchestrated pop song...but it's not "I Don't Trust Myself"...same with "All We Ever Do" vs. "Slow Dancing...", etc. It stands on its own, and comparing it to your other albums you'll realize he's great. But compare it with the standards he set himself, and I think we have better to look forward to.
Key Tracks: Heartbreak Warfare, Half of My Heart, Assassin, Do You Know Me
For the last several months, I've been following John on twitter, and it's impossible not to fall in love with him as a personality. This and the sheer brilliance of Continuum set up expectations that were hard to meet...and they haven't. Basically what I'd say is that it's a perfectly enjoyable album and by no means has he lost his edge, but hard to swallow when you know he's capable of magnificent. The cover on the CD, obviously in place to appease his fans on the blues end of things, classic "Crossroads" is a blast, but entirely popped out and not with the kind of grit Stevie Ray would approve of.
Assassin is a brilliant, gutsy track. But it's no "Belief" or "Vultures". "Heartbreak Warfare" is a full, orchestrated pop song...but it's not "I Don't Trust Myself"...same with "All We Ever Do" vs. "Slow Dancing...", etc. It stands on its own, and comparing it to your other albums you'll realize he's great. But compare it with the standards he set himself, and I think we have better to look forward to.
Key Tracks: Heartbreak Warfare, Half of My Heart, Assassin, Do You Know Me
Most Recent Customer Reviews
john mayer battle studies
i had heard in the past some music from john mayer, then saw him one evening on dutch tv show,
with some parts of his concert at pinkpop (holland)
then bought his cd s... Read more
with some parts of his concert at pinkpop (holland)
then bought his cd s... Read more
Published 3 months ago by yves belgium
Great album :)
The album is good and the songs are great too! I was at first under the impression that Continuum was a far superior album, but the songs on Battle Studies are really good too!
Published 4 months ago by JayeG
Perfect
This item arrived in perfect condition and the shipping was very fast. I am very satisfied with my purchase and would recommend it to anyone.
Published 4 months ago by Sky
Still Expanding the Boundaries
During his Battle Studies Tour, John Mayer playing some standards and mixed it up a bit, even pushed the envelope offering a musical treat for the mature audience in the crowd with... Read more
Published 11 months ago by D. Mitchell
Another Good Album
John Mayer is wise beyond his years ... his lyrics have always amazed me and he does not disappoint with this release.
Published 12 months ago by Candice Cook-Rude
Heart Scars
John Mayer is making mature music these days, which is to say that "Battle Studies" is an adult album that plays it easy. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Tim Brough
Elegante
Buen disco de John Mayer, quizas no a la altura de Continuum pero no por eso deja de tener muy buenas canciones. Read more
Published 12 months ago by M. B. Marin
Excellent
Battle Studies may not be John Mayer's "best" according to some critics but I personally think it's a damn good album. Read more
Published 14 months ago by Luz A. Mahecha
Total regression
Only for the simple fact that Continuum knocked it out of the ballpark, this album for me was completely lackluster. Read more
Published 14 months ago by NRJ
amazing!!
i love all of john mayers music!! this and continuum are perfect music! both cds i can play straight through and love every song! i highly recommended this cd!!!
Published 14 months ago by cami
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