In a Metal Mood No More Mr Nice Guy

"In a Metal Mood: No More Mr. Nice Guy" is Pat Boone's 62nd studio album, released on January 28, 1997. The album features Boone covering hard rock and heavy metal songs in a jazz/big band style. It includes tracks like "You've Got Another Thing Comin'," "Smoke on the Water," and "Stairway to Heaven," among others. Boone promoted the album by wearing leather clothing and a dog collar at the American Music Awards.

The album achieved chart success, becoming Boone's first hit in 36 years. However, it faced criticism from some of his long-time fans who found the heavy metal genre distasteful. Despite this, the album has since gained popularity as a humorous or niche gift among metal fans, with some serious music sites praising its merits.

The project features guest appearances by notable rock musicians, including Ronnie James Dio and Ritchie Blackmore. The album's personnel include various jazz and rock artists across vocals, instruments, and orchestration. Its chart performance and reception are documented in the text. Similar trends were seen in other projects, such as Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gormé's lounge-jazz cover of "Black Hole Sun" and Paul Anka's later swing interpretations.