10 Best Wrestling Entrance Themes Of WWE's Ruthless Aggression Era
The era of Nu Metal gave us some amazing entrances.
The early to late noughties were a strange time to be a wrestling fan. We all had Zebra Heads on our walls, our Bizkits were perpetually Limp, and no matter how much we tried, our Hoobers stank. In 2002 WWE ushered in The Ruthless Aggression era and for the next six years music began to play a much bigger role in the industry. Certain bands even started to be referred to specifically as "Wrestler Rock", and even today some fans clamour for WWE to return to the style prevalent in this era.
Between 2002 and 2008 fans were treated to returning legends, emerging rookies, and existing superstars metamorphosing into industry leaders. As the company expanded and developed, so too did its entrance themes, skillfully utilising established artists to create a gravitas for burgeoning brands and events.
Turn up the volume, fire the fog machine, and prep the pyro as we look at the Top 10 Entrance Themes of the Ruthless Aggression era.
10. Brock Lesnar - Next Big Thing (Jim Johnston)
It's always strange to remember that Brock Lesnar was only part of the WWE’s main roster for two years during this era and it would be nearly a decade before he would return to his current, controversial position. Despite this long hiatus, WWE has kept Lesnar’s theme pretty much identical to the one he used during this time. The old adage “if it aint broke don’t fix it” applies tenfold in this case.
Brock Lesnar’s theme sounds like heavy and precise musical wallops. Relentless and metallic, they provide a gladiatorial air to proceedings. Simple and effective, this instrumental track is made up of very few parts, perfect for a superstar who needed no silly gimmicks or embellishments to get over. Besides…who doesn’t love that boopy shoulder dance?