Mr Big

Mr. Big | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 19, 1989)
• Original Release Date: June 27, 1989
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Atlantic / Wea
• ASIN: B000002IOD
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #22,659 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Media Type: CD
Artist: MR. BIG
Title: MR. BIG
Street Release Date: 06/27/1989
Domestic
Genre: HEAVY METAL

Customer Reviews

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars It builds from here., November 5, 2006

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D. McDairmant "Wordy & Outspoken" (Eureka Canyon, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mr Big (Audio CD)

Looking over the other reviews caused me to think something is missing from the perspective. All the reviewers have different expectations from what I had when I first heard it. Supposedly the Mr.Big foursome were all hard rock demigods, but as a kid I had never heard of Racer X or David Lee Roth--I didn't know who Mr.Big was either! I've learned since then, but my first impression remains. My first impression was their album "Lean Into It."

If that sounds like you too, listen up.

I went back for this album after "Lean Into It" and "Bump Ahead." I couldn't get enough Mr.Big. You might say I was "Addicted to that Rush," and couldn't wait for the next one to come out, so I went in reverse. If you're thinking about buying this now, you're looking at this CD the same way I was.

The meat of this album is in the middle. 3-4-5-6 are what you've come to expect from Mr.Big. Merciless (the hot girl.) Had Enough (end of the line ballad--Eric is amazing!) Blame It... (devilmaycare rock&roll) Take a Walk (signature funky punch--awesome rhythm!)

Other than that, the leadoff song is a GREAT start...so aptly named for kicking off the Mr.Big career. #9 is very Eric Martenesque...an almost too slow ballad, but still hangs in there on a lonely night. Honestly, as much as I love this band, you can flush the rest of the CD.

If you're a fan, stop reading this review and buy the CD--this is not a debate when it costs less than $10!!! Otherwise, do what I did: start with the "train" and the "stoplight." If you're addicted then, come back for this one. You'll appreciate it more after you've acquired the taste.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great talent, good songs by Mr. Big, November 15, 2003

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"kaluahjeff" (Los Angeles, California United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mr Big (Audio CD)

Mr. Big is a metal band that had the perfect recipe for success, rather than mere failure. Made up of 4 great musicians including vocalist Eric Martin, bassist Billy Sheehan, and axe master Paul Gilbert, this hair band never got quite as "big" as their name. It's a mystery why, because once you hear their songs, you'll think the same thing.

This album consists of some great songs including "Had Enough", a slow rocker with great musicianship overall. The ballad "Anything For You" targets your soul with the right blend of everything. And arguably the best track on this album "How Can You Do What You Do" is a heavy hitter with a great beat, and very similar to their other great song "Shadows" (not on this album). Mr. Big is all about magnificent guitar work, beat, bass, and of course incredible singing from E. Martin, which comes together to form a great array of songs in all their sets.

Mr Big is worth a listen. If you like bands such as Ratt, Def Leppard, Motley Crue etc. You'll love Mr Big.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Wind me up!, September 13, 2008

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This review is from: Mr Big (Audio CD)

This is a great release. Think about it, you've got probably the most gifted bassist of his era (Billy Sheehan of Talas and David Lee Roth) and a guitar virtuoso (Paul Gilbert of Racer-X). Do I have to say more? I'd consider this more hard rock than metal and that's no slam either. A very talented band and a very cool release.