My OPINION on mayer is this. I think he is a good player and has really great tone. I didnt know for the longest time that he actually did other music than the pop BS that hit the radio. I found out through a friend he did some bluesy type stuf and really enjoyed listening to it. I agree that its good he gets alot of attention playing the guitar. Maybe kids will realize guitar is cool and pick one up and learn. Then one day buy a EBMM!!! Now Mayers new album I didnt like but thats me. I love EBMM guitars and playing guitar in general so I like seeing people that get the guitar more recognition!