John Mayer

www.rockcamp.com Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp Announces Upcoming Camp With Original KISS Drummer Peter Criss Get ready, NYC! Rock ‘n' Roll Fantasy Camp is bringing the rock to the city that never sleeps for Campalooza! Don't miss out on this special east coast edition of Rock ‘n' Roll Fantasy Camp! Ever daydreamed at work about shredding next to guitar legends Yngwie Malmsteen and Johnny Winter? Maybe bangin' on the drums with original KISS drummer Peter Criss? Or how about getting funky with American blues, jazz and rock guitarist Robben Ford? Or do you want to jam with Leslie West of Mountain? Campers will get the opportunity to jam and perform next to Grammy winners and epic guitar legends, as well as record with one of the most significant producers to work with the unforgettable John Lennon. You will take the stage at the legendary BB King's in Times Square, in front of screaming fans and your family! You will perform your original songs on the stage that Yardbirds, and BB King himself have performed on! The fantasy continues when you write and record next to your favorite Rock Stars at Gibson Rehearsal Studios, formerly The Hit Factory. The Hit Factory has had amazing artists record at their NYC facilities. Hits that have been recorded there include Michael Jackson's "Thriller", as well as Bruce Springsteen's "Born In The USA" and Stevie Wonder's "Songs In The Key Of Life"! On Saturday Night, you will play at The Cutting Room. The Cutting Room has hosted huge rock stars in the past. You will get the opportunity to stand and perform on the same stage that rockers David Bowie, Kid Rock, and John Mayer have all performed on! If that's not enough, there will be special guests and speakers from the world of music. If you join our recording package, you can work with Grammy Award Winner Jack Douglas in Avatar Studios (formerly The Power Station) in NYC for an exclusive recording session. The Power Station is where heavy hitters Aerosmith, Jon Bon Jovi, Iggy Pop, Madonna, Blondie, Joan Jett, Journey, and so many more have recorded. Acoustically, this is undeniably one of the great recording facilities in the world. More information HERE: www.rockcamp.com/campalooza.php

The Rolling Stones and Dave Grohl – Bitch – Live in Anaheim via Rickey.org Check out the video footage below featuring The Rolling Stones and rock superstar Dave Grohl, of Foo Fighters fame, performing “Bitch” live in Anaheim. Grohl isn’t the first artist to perform a guest stint with The Rolling Stones. Just recently, Katy Perry and John Mayer were added to the list of A-listers to duet with Jagger. Grohl also ripped on guitar. This would have been an awesome iconic moment to witness live. The Voice • American Idol • The X Factor

Apologies for probably the longest delay we’ve ever had in archiving an episode of SNSS, but I was a bit busy last week on my first ever trip to New York City.  Yes, that’s right, first ever.  You’d think I would have stumbled my way to NYC just by happenstance at some point over the years, but this was it.  My day job kept me super busy and then any time leftover was consumed by catching up with some of my east coast label homies (UMG & WMG, what up!), plus I was just generally overwhelmed by the Big Apple. I stayed around Times Square, which was equal parts fun and completely absurd, but it came in handy on Friday night when Kanye decided to unveil his “New Slaves” video a few blocks from my hotel on 5th Ave.  I literally ran over to the Prada store at 2am and caught the last live showing of the video in NYC, plus had a surprise pseudo-encounter with Kanye himself.  The story and video can be viewed right here.  Pretty crazy, but apparently that’s the kind of thing that just happens in NYC.  I shall return. Anyway, here’s our show from 5/12/13, which officially marked our 8 YEAR ANNIVERSARY OFSNSS (our first show was 5/8/05)!  You may recall we celebrated our 400th show not too long ago, but I can’t decide which milestone more impressive: shows vs. years.  400 is a big number and pretty impressive when you think about it, but for me, I think 8 years resonates louder.  That’s longer than middle and high school.  That’s college and (at least some) grad school.  That stretches back to before the world really knew about Barack Obama.  So much has happened over the last 8 years it’s crazy when you sit down and think about it.  And one constant has been that J. Moore and I have been on the air everySunday night, bringing you SNSS without fail. Every time we reach one of these milestones, it’s fun for us to reflect, but I just have one overriding feeling: thank YOU for rocking with us.  Thanks to our coworkers at KUBE, our label friends, managers, DJ’s, bloggers, artists, journalists, booking agents, promoters, etc….you guys helped us all immensely.  And most important, thanks to every listener.  Whether you’ve been riding since day one or just found out about the show lately, you’re the reason we’re here. Here’s to 8 more years! DJ Hyphen & J. Moore’s Sunday Night Sound Session (5-12-13) Common ft. Kanye West & John Mayer – “Go” (Throwback of the Week) Big K.R.I.T. ft. Ashthon Jones – “Good 2getha” Drop City Yacht Club ft. THURZ – “Pipeline” Slaine ft. Kali & REKS – “The F*ckery Hotel” Tyler, The Creator ft. Erykah Badu & Coco Owino – “Treehome95” sayknowledge ft. Cashius Green – “Art Goons” Dariu$ – “Daydreemin’” (Local Music) Substantial ft. Jsoul – “BBQ (Family Reunion Remix)” 8thW1 – “Happy (Dirty Art Club Remix)” Talib Kweli ft. Rubix & Bajah – “High Life” K-Def ft. Blu & Quartermaine – “Fundamentals” Nate Tha Great ft. Fego – “Them Days” GrandeMarshall – “Gotmef*ckedup” Porter Ray – “5 Mics” (Local Music) Bryant Dope ft. ANTHM – “NNY” Shad – “Peace” Logic ft. Jhene Aiko – “Break It Down” Denzil Porter – “Bishop” Marco Polo ft. Lil Fame – “Fame For President” Trek Life ft. Hardwerk & Bishop Lamont – “Rap Time” Mike Champoux ft. Grynch – “The Rain” (Local Music) The Micranots – “Mother’s Day” (Throwback of the Week) J. Cole – “3 Wishes” Kelis – “Jerk Ribs” Major Lazer ft. Amber Coffman (of Dirty Projectors) – “Get Free”

Umphrey’s McGee, Cracker, A-Track, Meat Puppets and more have been added to the lineup for Milwaukee’s Summerfest. They will join previously confirmed acts like Tom Petty & The Heartbreaks, The Eagles, John Mayer, Rush, The Avett Brothers, Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, Dr. John, Dispatch, Pret...

The Rolling Stones' 50 and Counting Tour has included special guests at every stop. The likes of Tom Waits , Katy Perry, and John Mayer have already joined the band on stage, and tonight in Anaheim, Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl will take his turn. Check back here later tonight for video of the performance. Last year, Grohl's Foo Fighters backed Mick Jagger for a medley of "19th Nervous Breakdown" and "It's Only Rock 'n Roll (But I Like It)" during the season finale of Saturday Night Live . Read MoreBlog: Consequence Of SoundRelated: Gary Clark Jr. to join The Rolling Stones in BrookylnGary Clark Jr. to join The Rolling Stones in BrooklynWatch Florence Join The Rolling Stones In LondonLady Gaga To Perform With Rolling Stones In New JerseyHyperion To Publish The Rolling Stones Official 50th Anniversary Gift Book Curated By The Rolling Stones In The Fall 2012

One of the hottest performances at the taping for the 2013 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction was John Mayer and Gary Clark Jr.’s smoking take on Albert King’s “Born Under a Bad Sign.” Watch and exclusive clip here. http://www.hitfix.com/blogs/the-beat-goes-on

1 1/2 oz Maurin Quina 3/4 oz Bookers Bourbon 3/4 oz Amaro Nonino 4 dash Angostura Bitters 2 dash Angostura Orange Bitters 2 dash Bittermens Mole Bitters Stir with ice and strain into a snifter glass. While I was enjoying my 2011 at Local 149, John Mayer made Andrea a Bourbon drink that was heavy on the Maurin Quina. Since it lacked a name, I later dubbed it the Gens du Monde after a book of caricatures that Leonetto Cappiello did a few years before he got famous for designing a Maurin Quina poster that is now the bottle's label. Once mixed, the drink proffered a cherry and Bourbon aroma. The cherry continued into the sip where it paired with the Amaro Nonino's caramel. Finally, the swallow began with Bourbon and bitter herbal complexity and ended with a sweet chocolate-cherry finish. Overall, I enjoyed my tastes of Andrea's drink, but perhaps the cherry could be dialed back to an equal parts Maurin, amaro, and whiskey drink.

Photo via The Rolling Stones’ Facebook page John Mayer sat in with The Rolling Stones last night at The Honda Center in Anaheim, CA. The singer-songwriter and guitarist joined the band for a take on Muddy Waters’ “Champagne and Reefer” early in the show. Mick Taylor also joined the band on “Mi...

1 oz Campari 1 oz Lustau Dry Oloroso Sherry 1 oz Bonal Gentiane-Quina 1 dash Angostura Orange Bitters 1 pinch Salt Stir with ice and strain into a rocks glass rinsed with Fidencio Mezcal. Twist an orange peel over the top. For my second drink at Local 149, bartender John Mayer suggested something on the lighter side containing Bonal. Originally, he had named it an "Acquired Taste," but he later changed it to a year. I mentioned that his tribute to what was en vogue then was similar to the Bartender's Bingo that Luke O'Neil and Sam Gabrielli invented the year in between then and now. Moreover, the combination of Campari and Bonal was one that I enjoyed recently in the Streets of San Miguel. The orange oil from the twist and the mezcal from the rinse greeted the nose. A grape sip shared a hint of orange, and a nutty, gentian, and Campari swallow rounded out the drink. Regardless of the year slapped on to the name, these flavor combinations still hold up rather well.

1 1/2 oz Luxardo Amaretto 3/4 oz Siete Leguas Añejo Tequila 3/4 oz Lemon Juice 1/2 oz Angostura Bitters Shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass. Two Thursdays ago, Andrea and I ventured over to South Boston to pay bartender John Mayer a visit at Local 149. For a first drink, John recommended a drink that he had been tinkering with; he had riffed off of a recipe of his called the Rest Stop by substituting amaretto for the St. Germain, and adding tequila to the mix. For a name, he called it the Sock Drawer Sexuality which made me think of Clio's Mary's Sock Drawer. John did remind me that his wife is a sexuality teacher, so ideas like Magic Wand Malfunction are just common topics of conversation at home. The Sock Drawer Sexuality also reminded me a little of No. 9 Park's Diversionary Dam given the liqueur-Angostura combination. The Sock Draw Sexuality began with the amaretto's almond aroma. The amaretto continued on into the sip along with the lemon and into the swallow where it mingled fi