10 of Jim Johnston’s most iconic wrestling themes
After the sad and surprising news broke yesterday that WWE music producer Jim Johnston had been released from the company after over 30 years of service, now seems like a good time to look back at some of the most memorable themes that Johnston created.
Jim Johnston was an unsung hero during his WWE tenure, particularly during the ‘Attitude Era’, when he provided memorable themes for most of the company’s most colourful characters.
However, Jim has had a more limited role in recent years after CFO$ took charge of WWE’s music department in 2014, and as of yesterday Johnston is reportedly no longer with the company.
So with that in mind, let’s take a moment to look back at 10 of Jim Johnston’s most iconic wrestling themes.
#10 Mr McMahon: ‘No Chance In Hell’
Where better to start than with the boss, Mr McMahon?
Whenever any wrestling fan hears this music, they can’t help but picture Vince’s ‘Billionaire strut’ down the ramp as he heads to the ring to take care of business.
“No chance, that’s what you’ve got, up against a machine too strong”
Those words that begin Mr McMahon’s iconic theme speak as true today as when they first rang around arenas in the 90’s. They sum up the attitude of any pro-wrestling heel authority figure, but Vince was the original and this theme fits him down to a tee.