Search - Mr. Big :: Get Over It

Everything in Moderation.

D. McDairmant | Eureka Canyon, CA | 11/03/2004

(3 out of 5 stars)

"In my opinion, Richie Kotzen does not "suck". He's very talented and brings a lot of nice uppers to the album--he's just not Paul Gilbert. For those of us who believe the top 40, and thought Mr.Big was long gone, "Get Over It" is a delightful surprise. I'm happy to say they haven't changed their style to appease the fickled masses in radioland. (So for those of us who like their sound, here's 11 more tracks!) Unlike some reviewers, I actually did listen to the whole album, and I'm happy to say there's not a trace of Ricky Martin or Creed to be found anywhere on it.

What I do see is a bit of monotony in the pace of the songs. On half of them, the boys keep the music different, but if you listen to Eric Martin's voice one song can sound like another. The lyrics are clever, like their album covers--tongue in cheek. The tracks that don't lull you are great additions to the Mr.Big file. "Hole in the Sun" is probably the highlight, but I like Kotzen's "Static" too. (New personnel always adds a freshness.) The sound may be a bit different, but the style's still the same.

If you want to get hooked, start with Mr.Big's "Bump Ahead" (my fave) or "Lean Into It". If you're a fan though, don't be dissuaded: add this one to your collection."

Takes a few listens

David J. Lehner | NJ, USA | 12/26/2006

(4 out of 5 stars)

"This is actually a fine album, you just have to listen with an open mind. It definitely doesn't sound like Mr. Big of old, but it certainly DOES NOT sound like Creed, as one reviewer wrote! The main difference is the aggresssion and "heaviness" seems to be down a notch or two. There are still songs that rock, but on the whole they have more groove and soul. Kotzens guitar sound is more twangy, and has less distortion than Mr. Gilbert. He obviously has a lot of influence with the sound of this album. At first I didn't like it, but now I listen on a regular basis! Favorites are Hole in the Sun, How Does It Feel, and Static."

Lets us Groove and ROCK

Four Drums | Big Apple | 05/16/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This album is so hip, it probably led to the demise of such talented musicians in a group together. Listen to Pat lay down some ballsy, in your face, groove the night away rhythms. Billy and him are like glue. Guitar work and vocals kick it up another few notches. Yea it took two casual listens and then my ears were dancing. It is too bad that the formulas to make music and money is so redundant and boring. Hats off to a band that was willing to step up and step out and play with such virtuosity."