MEGADETH - NO MORE MR NICE GUY MAXI SIngle 12" ViNyl

- Megadeth’s Thrash Metal Take on a Classic – A Collector’s Must-Have!

Megadeth - No More Mr. Nice Guy (USA) Vinyl Record. Cover art featuring Vic Rattlehead emerging from a glowing green toxic waste pool, surrounded by hazmat-suited figures and industrial barrels in a desolate, nightmarish landscape.

Megadeth’s "No More Mr. Nice Guy" 12" Maxi-Single was released in 1989 as part of the Shocker movie soundtrack, directed by Wes Craven. This thrash-driven cover of Alice Cooper’s 1973 hit delivers Megadeth’s signature razor-sharp riffs and aggressive energy.

Produced by Desmond Child and Dave Mustaine, the record features cover art by Ed Repka, capturing a dystopian horror vibe. Side Two includes tracks by Dead On and Dangerous Toys, making this release a sought-after collector’s piece for metal and horror fans alike.

"No More Mr. Nice Guy," Album Description:

Heavy metal titans Megadeth delivered a blistering rendition of Alice Cooper's "No More Mr. Nice Guy," a song that perfectly encapsulated the raw energy and dark themes of Wes Craven's cult classic horror film *Shocker*. This powerful cover headlined the iconic Maxi Single 12" vinyl release, solidifying its place in both thrash metal and cinematic history.

A Soundtrack of Rebellion

Featured prominently in the *Shocker* soundtrack, "No More Mr. Nice Guy" became an anthem for the film's villain, Horace Pinker. Megadeth's interpretation of the track masterfully amplifies the rebellious spirit and defiance against conformity that Cooper originally infused in the song. Dave Mustaine's snarling vocals, coupled with the band's signature thrash metal instrumentation, gave the classic a revitalized intensity.

Maxi Single Delights

The "No More Mr. Nice Guy" Maxi Single wasn't just about the iconic cover song. This 12" vinyl release offered fans an extended Megadeth experience with two additional tracks:

Ed Repka's Legendary Cover Art

The album cover for the maxi-single deserves special recognition. Legendary illustrator Ed Repka, famous for his work with Megadeth, created a visually striking piece that perfectly captures the sinister and electrifying themes of the single and Wes Craven's film.

Music Genre: 
Heavy / Thrash Metal 

Album Production Information:

The album "No More Mr. Nice Guy" was produced by: Desmond Child, Roger Probert, Max Norman

Max Norman is a legendary British record producer and sound engineer, best known for his work with heavy metal icons like Ozzy Osbourne, Megadeth, and Loudness. His signature production style, featuring powerful guitar tones and precise arrangements, helped define the 1980s metal sound. He played a key role in shaping classic albums such as Blizzard of Ozz and Rust in Peace. Read more about Max Norman.

Sound Engineers: Casey McMackin, Phil Magnotti, Jim Faraci

Album cover illustration: Ed Repka

Ed Repka is a renowned American illustrator, best known for his striking album cover art that defined the visual identity of 1980s thrash metal. His work with Megadeth introduced the world to Vic Rattlehead, while his detailed, horror-inspired illustrations graced covers for Death, Nuclear Assault, and many others. His vivid, dystopian imagery remains iconic in heavy metal culture. Read more about Ed Repka.

Art Director: Murray Brenman

Record Label: 
SBK Records 12SBK 4
Record Format
12" 45Rpm Vinyl Stereo Extended Play EP-MLP   Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year and Country:

1989 Made in USA 
Complete Track Listing of: "No More Mr Nice Guy"

The Songs/tracks on "No More Mr Nice Guy" are

    Side One:
  1. Megadeth - No More Mr Nice Guy
    Side Two:
  1. Dead On - Different Breed
  2. Dangerous Toys - Demon Bell

Album Cover Photo Gallery of: Megadeth - No More Mr. Nice Guy

Front Cover Photo
Megadeth - No More Mr. Nice Guy (USA) Vinyl Record. Cover art featuring Vic Rattlehead emerging from a glowing green toxic waste pool, surrounded by hazmat-suited figures and industrial barrels in a desolate, nightmarish landscape.

Megadeth - "No More Mr. Nice Guy" Vinyl Cover Art:

The album cover features a striking and highly detailed illustration of Megadeth’s mascot, Vic Rattlehead, emerging from a pool of glowing green toxic waste. His skeletal frame is partially covered in melting flesh, dripping down his ribcage and limbs. His iconic blindfolded, chained, and metal-plated head remains intact, with his jaw slightly open in an eerie grin.

The background depicts a desolate industrial landscape bathed in ominous purple hues, with a sky that appears surreal and nightmarish. Scattered barrels of hazardous waste, some leaking neon-green liquid, litter the ground. The toxic pool from which Vic emerges glows intensely, illuminating his decaying form.

Several figures in full-body hazmat suits are seen around the scene, reacting to Vic’s monstrous resurrection. One figure in the foreground appears to be recoiling in shock, his face visible through the suit’s transparent visor, wide-eyed with terror. Another figure gestures toward Vic, possibly warning or signaling others.

The album title, "No More Mr. Nice Guy," is emblazoned in bold white letters beneath the classic golden Megadeth logo at the top of the cover. The entire composition exudes a dystopian, horror-infused atmosphere, perfectly encapsulating the album’s aggressive and rebellious tone.

Back Cover Photo
Megadeth - No More Mr. Nice Guy (USA) Vinyl Record Back Cover. Purple background with yellow and white text listing track details, production credits, and the 'Shocker' movie logo featuring an electric chair execution.

Megadeth - "No More Mr. Nice Guy" Vinyl Back Cover:

The back cover features a deep purple background with a simple yet bold layout. The track listing is displayed in large, yellow uppercase letters, categorizing the album into two sides. Side One contains Megadeth’s cover of "No More Mr. Nice Guy" (originally by Alice Cooper and Michael Bruce), produced by Desmond Child and co-produced by Dave Mustaine, with remixing by Casey McMackin.

Side Two features two tracks: "Different Breed" by Dead On, produced by Roger Probert and mixed by Phil Magnotti, and "Demon Bell – The Ballad of Horace Pinker" by Dangerous Toys, produced by Max Norman. The typography for the song titles is in bold yellow, contrasting against the purple background.

At the bottom of the cover, credit is given to Ed Repka for the cover illustration and Murray Brenman as the art director. The iconic Shocker movie logo is prominently displayed, featuring an image of a man strapped into an electric chair surrounded by jagged, electrified effects. Below it, the SBK Records and Alive logos signify the album's label and production affiliations.

Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. Images can be zoomed in/out (e.g., pinch with your fingers on a tablet or smartphone).

Close-up Photo of "No More Mr Nice Guy" Record Label
Close-up of Side One record label for Megadeth - No More Mr. Nice Guy (USA) Vinyl. White background with black text, SBK Records logo, track information, and production credits.

Close-up of Side One Record Label - Megadeth "No More Mr. Nice Guy"

The record label design features a clean, minimalistic layout with a white background and black text, divided by thin diagonal black and blue lines. The upper-left section contains the SBK Records logo, which consists of a stylized wave and a pentagram-like star.

The catalog number 12SBK 4 is printed at the top, with the matrix code 12SBK 4-A indicating the specific side of the vinyl. A large, bold number 1 is prominently displayed, signifying Side One of the record.

Below, the track title "No More Mr. Nice Guy" is printed in bold, with the duration 3:02 listed beside it. Songwriting credits are given to Alice Cooper and Michael Bruce, with production credits noting that the track was produced by Desmond Child and co-produced by Dave Mustaine. The publishing rights belong to Warner Chappell Music Ltd.

The lower part of the label includes copyright information stating, "All rights of the producer and owner of the recorded work reserved. Unauthorized copying, hiring, lending, public performance, and broadcasting of this record prohibited."

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