Blue-eyed soulja Mayer Hawthorne recently hit the road in support of his new joint, How Do You Do.  The former DJ-turned crooner (turned Vince Vaughn look-a-like) has worked with random acts while doing all sorts of TV spots after his 2008 single “Just Ain’t Gonna Work Out” pushed him toward stardom.   He’s since worked with Snoop Dogg, collaborated with Ed Banger Records, and was name checked by ?uestlove.   His career is in full swing— his new project has the markings of old Motown but touches of modern slang and even some boogie.   His vintage suits, nerdy glasses and compositions have made him a darling within the industry as well as with fans who flock to catch him live with his band, The County.

URB quickly caught up with Mayer in early December while he and his posse were (literally) on Broadway, celebrating news of their upcoming gig on Letterman.  Given his hectic schedule, Mayer made time for a quick Q&A with URB. …MORE