Mr Big
Mr. Big is an American hard rock super group. The band was formed in 1988. The band’s biggest hits were “Green-Tinted Sixties Mind” and “To Be With You.” They were mostly popular in Japan. They came to be known as one of the most revered “super groups” in America.
Current Members (Edit)
- Eric Martin – Lead Vocals
- Pat Torpey – Drums, Percussion
- Billy Sheehan – Bass Guitar
- Paul Gilbert – Guitar
Albums (Edit)
- Mr. Big (1989)
- Lean Into It (1991)
- Bump Ahead (1993)
- Hey Man (1996)
- Big, Bigger, Biggest: Greatest Hits (1996)
- Get Over It (2000)
- Deep Cuts (2000)
- Actual Size (2001)
- Greatest Hits (2004)
Live Albums (Edit)
- Raw Like Sushi (1990)
- Mr. Big Live (1992)
- Raw Like Sushi II (1992)
- Japandemonium: Raw Like Sushi 3 (1994)
- Channel V at the Hard Rock Live (1996)
- Live at Budokan (1997)
- In Japan (2002)
Intro (Edit)
Mr. Big is an American hard rock super group. The band was formed in 1988. The band’s biggest hits were “Green-Tinted Sixties Mind” and “To Be With You.” They were mostly popular in Japan. They came to be known as one of the most revered “super groups” in America.
The band’s original line-up consisted of Paul Gilbert, Pat Torpey, Billy Sheehan and Eric Martin. By 1989, the band had signed a recording contract with Atlantic Records, and that same year, they released their debut album.
The self-titled debut by Mr. Big didn’t gain much success. The album peaked out at number 46 on the Billboard 200 chart. Their only single, “Addicted To That Rush” peaked at number 39 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart. The album quickly was a smash hit in Japan.
The band finally broke into the mainstream with their second album, Lean Into It. Lean Into It was released in 1991. The success of the two ballads, “To Be With You” and “Just Take My Heart” helped the album peak at number 15 on the Billboard 200 chart. The song, “To Be With You” was the bands first and only single to reach number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 1993, the band released the album, Bump Ahead. The single, “Wild World,” was the only success from the album. It peaked at number 27 on the Billboard Hot 100, number 33 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks, and number 12 on the Top 40 Mainstream.
History (Edit)
The year 1996 saw the release of the album Hey Man. Although their song, “Take Cover” peaked at number 1 in Japan, the album was a commercial failure.
Paul Gilbert left the band in 1997. He wanted to pursue a solo career and ultimately, reform Racer X. Richie Kotzen, formerly of Poison, was Gilbert’s replacement.
With the new line-up, the band released another album, and in 2000, Get Over It was released. The band released two singles for the album. “Superfantastic” and “Static.” The two songs only charted in Japan, and their peak on the charts were number 97 and 66 respectively.
Actual Size was released in 2001. The band released three singles for this album. “Where Are They Now,” “Shine,” and “Arrow.” “Shine” ranked the highest of all three singles. It ranked number 1 on the Japan Oricon Single Chart. Other than that, the album didn’t have much success.
Increasing tensions in the band lead to a commercial decline. Although the band wanted to call it quits, they had contractual obligations for another Japanese tour. After the tour, the band broke-up in 2002.
Update (Edit)
On February 1, 2009 the band announced that they’re reuniting for a Japanese tour. They have reformed for a ten show tour throughout Japan. The tour will begin on June 5 in Sapporo and end June 21 in Yokohama. Paul Gilbert said about the tour that “…everyone’s heart is in the right place, and we are thrilled to have a second chance to play our music, hang out, and be a rock band again.”
August 28th, 2009 at 11:18 am
pual gilbert,billy sheehan,….wow!!!!
September 12th, 2010 at 4:20 am
My fave band of all time! m/(??^)m/
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September 19th, 2010 at 6:13 am
There were lots of glam bands that we in it for the look and the babes. With Mr Big, the music always came first
September 25th, 2010 at 5:55 am
hahaha what memories, i used to drum along to Mr Big when i was like 12 yers old
October 2nd, 2010 at 8:10 pm
Please come to Athens, Greece!!!
October 10th, 2010 at 7:36 am
Mr Big kick ass!!!!!!!!! (L)
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October 18th, 2010 at 4:35 am
My parents loved Mr Big and I have to admit, so do I. Remarkable
October 25th, 2010 at 3:03 am
Mr Big has the best songs and video’s
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October 30th, 2010 at 8:58 pm
I’ve got some original 80s concert tees that I don’t wear anymore and struggling to find the space to store them. Anyone want to buy some? I’m selling them for $5 each. Size XL mens
November 6th, 2010 at 3:48 pm
My parents loved Mr Big and I have to admit, so do I. Remarkable
November 14th, 2010 at 7:28 pm
Mr Big is by far, in my opinion, the GRATEST rock-nroll band of all time!!! I LOVE ‘EM
November 28th, 2010 at 7:55 am
Sweet little muthafucker!!!
December 5th, 2010 at 7:23 am
KICK ASS!!
December 13th, 2010 at 1:28 am
Mr Big rules!!
December 20th, 2010 at 8:10 am
Mr Big is by far the Best Live Rock Show that you will see! They may not have been as big as some of the other groups from that era but trust me they blow everyone else off the freakin stage! Not even close and I know that even most of those bands will agree!
December 25th, 2010 at 7:11 pm
Hey clashgrl are you still around? Got another recommendation for you. Listen to Mr Big’s first album. It’s fucken killer!!
January 3rd, 2011 at 1:16 pm
The more I think of Mr Big’s music, the more I like it.
January 10th, 2011 at 7:51 am
Mr Big zijn de best presterende in de wereld
January 16th, 2011 at 1:20 pm
Saw Mr Big in early 90s really rocked!
January 23rd, 2011 at 8:26 pm
Loved the live shows. The albums, not so much
January 31st, 2011 at 1:14 pm
My Favorite all time glam/ hard rock all things to everyone band! Mr Big
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February 7th, 2011 at 2:29 pm
I’d let all the members of Mr Big do me..twice if they wanted to
February 14th, 2011 at 1:38 pm
My Favorite all time glam/ hard rock all things to everyone band! Mr Big
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February 21st, 2011 at 9:30 am
Mr Big OWNS!!!!!
February 28th, 2011 at 5:37 pm
Mr Big put on the best concert that Cleveland has ever seen!
March 8th, 2011 at 1:58 pm
KICK ASS!!
April 2nd, 2011 at 2:45 am
Those were the good old days!
April 9th, 2011 at 5:18 am
Mr Big is by far, in my opinion, the GRATEST rock-nroll band of all time!!! I LOVE ?EM
April 15th, 2011 at 6:58 pm
Mr Big were one of the leaders in pioneering the glam sound
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April 23rd, 2011 at 12:42 pm
I Love Mr Big?i love you sooo much?.I Miss the old Mr Big?.what do you think elctrcgtr1136
May 1st, 2011 at 7:57 am
This band really rocks my world & they have a lot of very cool songs!!!!. They are a great band of all-time!!!!.
May 7th, 2011 at 10:29 pm
WTF, I just can’t see why anyone would like Mr Big. They suck ass….
May 14th, 2011 at 8:20 pm
Mr Big was the best!!!!!