Mr. Big celebrates 30th Anniversary With “Hey Man” First Time Vinyl Release, Hi-Res New Remaster and more 

Celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, Mr. Big’s fourth studio album, Hey Man, finally makes its long-awaited debut on vinyl for Record Store Day UK and Japan 2026 (April 18th), followed by a new remaster on SACD Hybrid Multi-channel and Double MQA-CD on May 8th.

A landmark release for the band, the album famously dominated the Japan Oricon chart for 16 weeks and remains a fan favorite for its blend of technical prowess and soulful songwriting.

The album features some of the band’s most enduring tracks, including fan-favorites “Take Cover” and “Goin’ Where The Wind Blows.” It stands as a definitive tribute to

the incredible musicianship of the band’s classic lineup—Eric Martin, Pat Torpey, Billy Sheehan and Paul Gilbert—making this a must-have for fans and collectors.

The Double MQA-CD format features an expansive array of additional content. This includes the “I Love You Japan” demo, the first-time release of the final mixes for “Friend of The Working Girl” and “Livin’ Like A Dog,” and a selection of bonus tracks such as “Tears,” “Little Mistake,” “Swingin’ Jam,” and “Shoot The Moon.” Rounding out the bonus material are live versions of “Take Cover,” “Goin’ Where The
Wind Blows,” and “I Love You Japan,” alongside exclusive drum-only and minus-drum mixes of “Take Cover.”

The SACD Hybrid Multi-channel format features a brand-new remaster in high-resolution audio and will be released with a new 5.1 mix, housed in a premium super jewel box with a protective outer slipcase.

The 180g One-Step Pressing Deep Cyan Vinyl LP format marks the first time the album is available on vinyl for Record Store Day UK and Japan, and it is limited to 3,000 copies worldwide.

Stay tuned for more updates as these landmark anniversary editions arrive. The LP will be available on April 18th, followed by the SACD Hybrid Multi-channel and Double MQA-CD on May 8th.

Note: The Hybrid SACD disc is compatible with all standard CD and SACD players.

LP Tracklist:

Side One

1. Trapped in Toyland
2. Take Cover
3. Jane Doe
4. Goin’ Where the Wind Blows
5. The Chain
   Side Two
6. Where Do I Fit In?
7. If That’s What It Takes
8. Out of the Underground
9. Dancin’ Right into the Flame
10. Mama D.

SACD Tracklist:

1. Trapped in Toyland
2. Take Cover
3. Jane Doe
4. Goin’ Where the Wind Blows
5. The Chain
6. Where Do I Fit In?
7. If That’s What It Takes
8. Out of the Underground
9. Dancin’ Right into the Flame
   10.Mama D.
10. Fool Us Today

Double MQA-CD Tracklist:

Disc One

1. Trapped in Toyland
2. Take Cover
3. Jane Doe
4. Goin’ Where the Wind Blows
5. The Chain
6. Where Do I Fit In?
7. If That’s What It Takes
8. Out of the Underground
9. Dancin’ Right into the Flame
10. Mama D.
11. Fool Us Today
    Disc Two
12. Friend of The Working Girl
13. Livin Like A Dog
14. Tears
15. Little Mistake
16. I Love You Japan (demo version)
17. Swingin’ Jam
18. Shoot The Moon
19. Take Cover (Live)
20. Goin’ Where The Wind Blows (Live)
21. I Love You Japan (Live)
22. Take Cover (Drum track only)
23. Take Cover (Minus drum track)

Now available for pre-order on https://www.evo88.com/products/mr-big-hey-man-mqa-

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