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Track Listings
| 1. Waiting On The World To Change |
| 2. I Don't Trust Myself (With Loving You) |
| 3. Belief |
| 4. Gravity |
| 5. The Heart Of Life |
| 6. Vultures |
| 7. Stop This Train |
| 8. Slow Dancing In A Burning Room |
| 9. Bold As Love |
| 10. Dreaming With A Broken Heart |
| 11. In Repair |
| 12. I'm Gonna Find Another You |
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Continuum is about as apt a title as it gets for John Mayer's third studio disc. Every element, from the peerless guitar playing to the plainspoken poetry of the lyrics to the breathy-sincere singing, makes a return from previous efforts. But to weakly pronounce this another worthwhile effort from an artist the world has come to expect a whole lot from and then call it a day would be no minor misdeed, because it's also the best, boldest disc he's ever made. Taking maturity as a theme throughout, Mayer tackles a batch of adulthood's bogeymen: indifference on the uptempo chart-climber "Waiting for the World to Change," aging on the melancholy-sweet "Stop This Train," and emotional trainwreckage on the big-rocking "In Repair." That's not to suggest he's turned overly introspective--check the Jimi Hendrix cover "Bold As Love," where he hits one home for guitarists who've been living in the shadow of legend everywhere, and the hard-charging "Belief," which benefits from a mesmerizing, liquid groove. Continuum may be the third in a series, but a creative cop-out this is not; Mayer is his generation's musical superman--powerful, unassailable, and magnetic. Hand that man a cape. --Tammy La Gorce
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John Mayer's third studio album follows the multi-platinum "Room for Squares" (2001) and "Heavier Things" (2003), and marks his first turn as producer. It is his most soulful, cohesive collection yet and he says it's no accident that this project is where all of his efforts, his potential, and his disparate influences fully come together.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
From the first bars of this CD, even an undiscerning ear can tell that this is no teeny-bopper pop music album. Having already taken home Grammy Awards for "Song of the Year" and "Best Male Pop Vocal Performance" (twice), Mayer sets his sights on new categories with this album, which is reminiscent of old-time soul and blues, with just a touch of his pop background for flavor.
The excellent guitar work makes this album even more remarkable, and Mayer proves that he has matured as an artist since his last solo studio album, "Heavier Things", in 2003. Even the mush-mouthed vocals of the past have cleared up, making the lyrics sound even more meaningful. Mayer puts a lot into this album, singing, playing the guitar, writing all but one of the songs, and even producing it, and it's obvious that he's proud of his efforts.
The first single is "Waiting for the World to Change" a soulful track where he finds his inner Curtis Mayfield, but the one that got repeat plays from me was "The Heart of Life", one of the best songs on the album. Listen also to "I Don't Trust Myself (With Loving You)" (reminds me of the Doobie Brothers); "Stop This Train"; "Bold As Love"; "I'm Gonna Find Another You"; and "In Repair" (my third favorite). Jimi Hendrix fans will also appreciate the cover of "Bold As Love".
Maturity sure sounds good on John Mayer
Amanda Richards
The excellent guitar work makes this album even more remarkable, and Mayer proves that he has matured as an artist since his last solo studio album, "Heavier Things", in 2003. Even the mush-mouthed vocals of the past have cleared up, making the lyrics sound even more meaningful. Mayer puts a lot into this album, singing, playing the guitar, writing all but one of the songs, and even producing it, and it's obvious that he's proud of his efforts.
The first single is "Waiting for the World to Change" a soulful track where he finds his inner Curtis Mayfield, but the one that got repeat plays from me was "The Heart of Life", one of the best songs on the album. Listen also to "I Don't Trust Myself (With Loving You)" (reminds me of the Doobie Brothers); "Stop This Train"; "Bold As Love"; "I'm Gonna Find Another You"; and "In Repair" (my third favorite). Jimi Hendrix fans will also appreciate the cover of "Bold As Love".
Maturity sure sounds good on John Mayer
Amanda Richards
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By momo_adachi
Format:Audio CD
If you bought this album expecting to hear another "No Such Thing" or "Bigger Than My Body", you might be disappointed. Now that Mayer's more grown up, his mature perspective on life and the world is definitely noteable on the singer-songwriter's third full-length record.
Mayer puts his bouncy, catchy guitar-pop in the backseat and plays almost straight-up blues. Many of the songs are more similar to the work he did with the John Mayer Trio than with his previous solo efforts. Although definitely different, this is probably one of his best releases to date, truly showcasing him as a MUSICIAN, not a teen idol. It turns out (in case you never noticed before), he is a REALLY talented guitarist, a very introspective and deep songwriter and also, whip-smart and witty. To see another side of the John Mayer you always loved, grown-up and 'waiting on the world to change', this album is a must-own as it is very enjoyable, romantic and complex.
Mayer puts his bouncy, catchy guitar-pop in the backseat and plays almost straight-up blues. Many of the songs are more similar to the work he did with the John Mayer Trio than with his previous solo efforts. Although definitely different, this is probably one of his best releases to date, truly showcasing him as a MUSICIAN, not a teen idol. It turns out (in case you never noticed before), he is a REALLY talented guitarist, a very introspective and deep songwriter and also, whip-smart and witty. To see another side of the John Mayer you always loved, grown-up and 'waiting on the world to change', this album is a must-own as it is very enjoyable, romantic and complex.
By Rob Briggs
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
John Mayer proves his meddle in this exceedingly excellent album, from the funky to the heartfelt he plays it all with panache 9/10
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5.0 out of 5 stars
I'm a continuum fan!
John Mayer is such a gifted musician...and he doesn't disappoint us on this his 3rd CD. I think it's a more reflective CD from him given his array of relationships that have... Read more
Published 11 months ago by C. Preston
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best record I've ever heard.
Wow, what a transition for John Mayer. From a typical, heart-throb musician, to an evolved musical heavyweight! Continuum is pretty much perfect. Read more
Published on April 20 2007 by Charlene G. Mymryk
5.0 out of 5 stars
Top five for sure...
Continuum is one of the best discs I have heard in a very long time. The songs on this album all have their own vibe and sound, from the blusey nod John gives to Hendrix on "Bold... Read more
Published on Mar 16 2007 by R. Aitkens
4.0 out of 5 stars
John Mayer rocks out on this album! Georgetown, Ontario
Good Album! I started listening to John Mayer back in 2002/2003 and was very impressed, especially by songs like "Neon" etc. Read more
Published on Dec 7 2006 by Simon2112
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great Album!
This, by far - is John Mayer's best installment yet. But if you listen to John Mayer avidly, you'll also be somewhat disappointed to find that two tracks on Continuum are also... Read more
Published on Sep 30 2006 by Meredith Aroura Parker
5.0 out of 5 stars
WOW!
What an album. I have always like John Mayer but this blues tinged disc is one to remember. Every track was a great listen from the start.. Read more
Published on Sep 16 2006 by D. Trivett
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