Music, when done right, is about the person himself. And once upon a time, Mayer did it right.
With Michael McDonald's help.
So now he fires the one person he can count on.
Didn't work so good when Lady Gaga fired Troy Carter.
What's up with these artists?
And, once again, what does John Mayer want?
Fame?
Then get on TV. Be a "Voice" substitute host, replacing Cee-Lo or Adam Levine. But they're not going anywhere, because that's all they've got, it's the essence of their stardom. Furthermore, those singing shows are past their peak.
Where is this pot of gold that Michael McDonald couldn't deliver?
No, the fault is with John Mayer himself.
And even if he delivered a fantastic album, there's no guarantee radio would play it, that's not the sound they're featuring these days.
Then again, Mayer always had a schizophrenic career. Sensitive artist and gunslinger. You can't do both, he's found out.
And now he doesn't know what to do so he shoots the messenger. The only guy speaking the truth. Do you think any of the people bidding to manage him are gonna say any of the above? Of course not. Because they want the billing.
You want a manager who's about more than the billing.