Live at Budokan cover

Live at Budokan

Mr. Big · 1997

71 min · 16 tracks · hard rock

A high-energy live performance blending hard rock virtuosity with engaging stage presence and crowd interaction.

Why this album works

This album was pivotal for Mr. Big, featuring standout tracks that contributed to their legacy in hard rock. It received critical acclaim and commercial success, peaking at number 1 on the Japanese Oricon charts and highlighting their international appeal.
Best for
high-energy crowd interaction wave-like pacing dynamics live performance excitement
Context
Released in 1997, 'Live at Budokan' captures Mr. Big during a peak moment in their career following the success of their albums 'Lean into It' and 'Hey Man'. This live album showcases their ability to translate studio prowess into an exhilarating concert experience, marking a significant point as they solidified their global fanbase.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Aerosmith

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro / Piano 1:05
  • 2 Trapped in Toyland 4:04
  • 3 Take Cover Standout 4:55
  • 4 Green-Tinted Sixties Mind Standout 3:38
  • 5 Jane Doe 3:43
  • 6 Medley: Bass Intro / Had Enough / Big Love / Take a Walk / Merciless 7:01
  • 7 Out of the Underground 4:37
  • 8 Alive and Kickin' 5:14
  • 9 The Whole World's Gonna Know 4:11
  • 10 Road to Ruin 4:53
  • 11 What's It Gonna Be 5:01
  • 12 Fool Us Today 2:45
  • 13 Addicted to That Rush Standout 6:20
  • 14 Suffragette City 3:56
  • 15 Livin' Like a Dog 4:21
  • 16 Ain't Seen Love Like That (Full Band version) 5:56

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