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Rank #22Blues/Rock2000s+Living

John Mayer

A modern blues master with pop sensibility. His tone and phrasing draw direct lineage from SRV and Hendrix.

81% approval

About John Mayer

A modern blues master with pop sensibility. His tone and phrasing draw direct lineage from SRV and Hendrix.

Stats

Overall Rank
#22
Genre
Blues/Rock
Era
2000s+
Upvotes
29,400
Downvotes
6,800
Approval
81%

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