• Continuum - John Mayer (#486)

  • Apr 15 2025
  • Length: 1 hr and 45 mins
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Continuum - John Mayer (#486)

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  • Overview In Episode 15, Dan and Carl finally hit a record they both adore—John Mayer’s Continuum, ranked #486 on Rolling Stone Magazine’s 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. The fanboying is real, but so is the deep analysis. This episode covers Mayer’s transition from pop darling to a serious blues craftsman, from subtle production choices to guitar tone breakdowns and harmony dives. With legendary players like Steve Jordan and Pino Palladino, Continuum serves up soulful grooves, emotional depth, and masterful songwriting. Key Points Personal Bias Admitted: Dan and Carl are massive fans of Continuum—this is one of their “desert island” albums.Mayer’s Career Shift: Discussion of Mayer’s evolution from Room for Squares pop fame to a blues-rooted, emotionally introspective artist.The Trio Effect: Deep appreciation for the influence of the John Mayer Trio (with Steve Jordan and Pino Palladino) on this record’s vibe.Guitar Tone & Production: Praise for Steve Jordan’s dry snares, Mayer’s tasteful guitar phrasing, and Charlie Hunter’s influence.Lyrical Depth: Songs like “Belief” and “Gravity” reveal Mayer’s internal struggles, philosophical reflection, and social commentary.Theory Corner Highlights: Dan breaks down modal shifts, bridge tricks, and harmonic depth in “Gravity” and “Stop This Train.”Emotional Arc: The album’s track list flows through apathy, introspection, fame fatigue, relationship collapse, and hard-won wisdom. Music Referenced Room for Squares by John MayerHeavier Things by John MayerBattle Studies by John MayerBorn and Raised by John MayerThe Search for Everything by John MayerTry! by John MayerYour Body Is a Wonderland by John MayerDaughters by John MayerSteve Ray VaughanJimi HendrixBurn One Down by Ben HarperSteal My Kisses by Ben HarperCharlie HunterVoodoo by D'AngeloBonnie RaittColdplayChris MartinNever Gonna Be Alone by Jacob CollierLizzy McAlpineI've Got Dreams to Remember by Otis ReddingWhat I Am by Edie BrickellStay Awhile by Edie BrickellMore Than Words by ExtremeJack BlackOn Bended Knee by Boyz II MenAdeleSatellite by Dave Matthews BandLindsey BuckinghamStevie NicksSimon & GarfunkelPaul SimonPeter GabrielNuno BettencourtAnita BakerJames TaylorStevie NicksBilly JoelStingSnarky PuppyCrazy by Gnarls BarkleyJennifer Love HewittJessica Simpson Join us next week when we cover I Want To See The Bright LIghts Tonight by Richard and Linda Thompson Got thoughts? Disagree? Just want to scream about “Vultures”? Hit us up: 📧 backwardsbeatspodcast@gmail.com 📷 Instagram: @backwardsbeatspodcast 🌐 Bluesky: @backwardsbeats
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