John Mayer - Born and Raised (2 LP, 2012)
- LP
- 2 piece(s)
- 2012
- 12 tracks
- 46 min
- singer-songwriter
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Absolutely fantastic album, with a stunning pressing and packaging. Super flat, dynamic, and a gorgeous gatefold sleeve. Snatch it up if you come across it.
Before "Born and Raised," John Mayer's career took a nosedive. The artist who began by penning solo acoustic tunes in his Atlanta apartment's bathroom and performing in coffeehouses eventually found himself headlining arenas and dating high-profile celebrities. He was hosting TV shows and speaking his mind without a filter. This all led to a disastrous Playboy interview and taking jabs at his exes on "Battle Studies." After facing significant backlash, John took a step back, relocated to a Montana ranch, and returned to his acoustic roots. He started writing songs again and teamed up with Don Was to produce what would become "Born and Raised," his personal metaphor for rising from the ashes. These are truly excellent songs, showcasing a more mature songwriter who chose to express himself through music rather than words. Several tracks are simply brilliant, including "Queen of California," "Something Like Olivia," and what might be one of his best songs ever, "Walt Grace." The album is equally brilliant, presenting these songs as they should be heard. Often, it feels like you're in the room with John as he plays them. The vinyl is crisp, assertive, well-balanced, and a pure joy to listen to. Even if you're not a fan of John's other work, this edition is worth a spin, as you might just change your mind about him and remember what an incredible musician he is.
Incredible - this record has been my top JM album for ages, but this version just blows it out of the water. The bongos and all those guitar layers in the outro of Queen of California? Out of this world! The mastering here really widens the sound and makes the mix sound huge! Super impressed.
This record is truly top-notch, as many have pointed out. The bass is incredibly deep, and the clarity across all tracks is outstanding. The only tiny flaw I noticed was a scratch on side D, right at the beginning of "A Face To Call Home," which resulted in a couple of noticeable pops. This album is likely my 3rd or 4th favorite from Mayer - it's been growing on me and is a fantastic listen.
In my opinion, John Mayer's finest album is this one. I got to experience both the CD and vinyl versions included in the set. The vinyl sounds more vibrant. As usual, Bob Ludwig did an excellent job.
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