Alice Cooper is known as 'The Godfather of Shock Rock' for his theatrical performances that blend horror and music.
With a career spanning over six decades, Alice Cooper has become a legendary figure in rock music.
He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, recognizing his significant impact on the music industry.
Biography
Early Life
Alice Cooper, born Vincent Damon Furnier on February 4, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, grew up in a religious household as the son of an evangelist. His early years were marked by a fascination with horror films and theatrical performances, which would later influence his music career. After moving to Phoenix, Arizona, he attended Cortez High School, where he first began to explore his musical talents by forming a band with classmates.
Career
In the mid-1960s, Cooper formed a band initially called the Earwigs, which later became known as the Spiders. They gained popularity for their unique performances and eventually evolved into the Alice Cooper band. The group became known for their theatrical stage shows and hit albums, including "Welcome to My Nightmare" and "Alice Cooper Goes to Hell." Over the decades, Cooper has been recognized as a pioneer of shock rock, blending horror and music in a way that captivated audiences. His career has spanned over six decades, during which he has released numerous albums and received prestigious awards, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Personal Life
Cooper's personal life has been as colorful as his stage persona. He has openly discussed his struggles with alcoholism and his journey to recovery, emphasizing the importance of family and faith in his life. He often refers to himself in the third person as "Alice" to create a distinction between his personal identity and his theatrical character. Despite the rumors surrounding his persona, Cooper remains a beloved figure in rock music, known for his longevity and dedication to his craft.
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Discography
Road2023
- 1.I’m Alice3:55
- 2.Welcome to the Show3:36
- 3.All Over the World3:52
- 4.Dead Don’t Dance3:30
- 5.Go Away4:20
- 6.White Line Frankenstein3:40
- 7.Big Boots3:14
- 8.Rules of the Road3:48
- 9.The Big Goodbye3:32
- 10.Road Rats Forever4:04
- 11.Baby Please Don’t Go3:29
- 12.100 More Miles3:04
- 13.Magic Bus3:39
Detroit Stories2021
- 1.Rock ’n’ Roll4:43
- 2.Go Man Go2:40
- 3.Our Love Will Change the World3:39
- 4.Social Debris3:05
- 5.$1000 High Heel Shoes3:29
- 6.Hail Mary3:15
- 7.Detroit City 20213:20
- 8.Drunk and in Love3:52
- 9.Independence Dave2:57
- 10.I Hate You2:34
- 11.Wonderful World3:20
- 12.Sister Anne4:47
- 13.Hanging on by a Thread (Don’t Give Up)3:36
- 14.Shut Up and Rock2:09
- 15.East Side Story2:52
Paranormal2017
- 1.Paranormal4:11
- 2.Dead Flies2:22
- 3.Fireball4:49
- 4.Paranoiac Personality3:11
- 5.Fallen in Love3:33
- 6.Dynamite Road2:43
- 7.Private Public Breakdown3:26
- 8.Holy Water3:08
- 9.Rats2:38
- 10.The Sound of A4:06
- 11.Genuine American Girl4:27
- 12.You and All of Your Friends2:42
- 13.No More Mr. Nice Guy (live in Columbus)3:10
- 14.Under My Wheels (live in Columbus)2:56
- 15.Billion Dollar Babies (live in Columbus)3:44
- 16.Feed My Frankenstein (live in Columbus)5:02
- 17.Only Women Bleed (live in Columbus)5:12
- 18.School’s Out (live in Columbus)6:10
Pink Floyd’s Wish You Were Here Symphonic2016
- 1.Wish You Were Here (vocal)5:00
- 2.The Orchestra Tunes0:31
- 3.Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Parts I–V13:19
- 4.Welcome to the Machine7:06
- 5.Have a Cigar5:14
- 6.Wish You Were Here (instrumental)4:49
- 7.Shine On You Crazy Diamond, Parts VI–IX13:02
- 8.Eclipse1:22
Welcome 2 My Nightmare2011
- 1.I Am Made of You5:32
- 2.Caffeine3:23
- 3.The Nightmare Returns1:15
- 4.A Runaway Train3:52
- 5.Last Man on Earth3:47
- 6.The Congregation3:59
- 7.I'll Bite Your Face Off4:26
- 8.Disco Bloodbath Boogie Fever3:36
- 9.Ghouls Gone Wild2:35
- 10.Something to Remember Me By3:18
- 11.When Hell Comes Home4:30
- 12.What Baby Wants3:45
- 13.I Gotta Get Outta Here4:21
- 14.The Underture4:38
- 15.Flatline3:29
Along Came a Spider2008
- 1.Prologue / I Know Where You Live4:21
- 2.Vengeance Is Mine4:26
- 3.Wake the Dead3:53
- 4.Catch Me If You Can3:15
- 5.(In Touch With) Your Feminine Side3:16
- 6.Wrapped in Silk4:17
- 7.Killed by Love3:34
- 8.I'm Hungry3:58
- 9.The One That Got Away3:21
- 10.Salvation4:36
- 11.I Am the Spider / Epilogue5:21
Dirty Diamonds2005
- 1.Woman of Mass Distraction3:59
- 2.Perfect3:31
- 3.You Make Me Wanna3:31
- 4.Dirty Diamonds4:03
- 5.The Saga of Jesse Jane4:17
- 6.Sunset Babies (All Got Rabies)3:28
- 7.Pretty Ballerina3:02
- 8.Run Down the Devil3:29
- 9.Steal That Car3:16
- 10.Six Hours3:24
- 11.Your Own Worst Enemy2:19
- 12.Zombie Dance4:23
- 13.Stand4:08
The Eyes of Alice Cooper2003
- 1.What Do You Want From Me?3:25
- 2.Between High School & Old School3:02
- 3.Man of the Year2:52
- 4.Novocaine3:08
- 5.Bye Bye, Baby3:27
- 6.Be With You Awhile4:17
- 7.Detroit City3:59
- 8.Spirits Rebellious3:35
- 9.This House Is Haunted3:31
- 10.Love Should Never Feel Like This3:33
- 11.The Song That Didn’t Rhyme3:17
- 12.I’m So Angry3:36
- 13.Backyard Brawl2:37
Dragontown2001
- 1.Triggerman4:01
- 2.Deeper4:36
- 3.Dragontown5:07
- 4.Sex, Death and Money3:40
- 5.Fantasy Man4:08
- 6.Somewhere in the Jungle5:23
- 7.Disgraceland3:34
- 8.Sister Sara4:36
- 9.Every Woman Has a Name3:45
- 10.I Just Wanna Be God3:54
- 11.It’s Much Too Late4:40
- 12.The Sentinel3:53
Brutal Planet2000
- 1.Brutal Planet4:40
- 2.Wicked Young Man3:50
- 3.Sanctuary4:00
- 4.Blow Me a Kiss3:19
- 5.Eat Some More4:36
- 6.Pick Up the Bones5:16
- 7.Pessi‐Mystic4:56
- 8.Gimme4:47
- 9.It’s the Little Things4:12
- 10.Take It Like a Woman4:13
- 11.Cold Machines4:16
The Last Temptation1994
- 1.Sideshow6:39
- 2.Nothing’s Free5:01
- 3.Lost in America3:54
- 4.Bad Place Alone5:05
- 5.You’re My Temptation5:09
- 6.Stolen Prayer5:38
- 7.Unholy War4:11
- 8.Lullaby4:28
- 9.It’s Me4:40
- 10.Cleansed by Fire6:13
Hey Stoopid1991
- 1.Hey Stoopid4:34
- 2.Love’s a Loaded Gun4:11
- 3.Snakebite4:33
- 4.Burning Our Bed4:35
- 5.Dangerous Tonight4:42
- 6.Might as Well Be on Mars7:09
- 7.Feed My Frankenstein4:45
- 8.Hurricane Years3:59
- 9.Little by Little4:35
- 10.Die for You4:17
- 11.Dirty Dreams3:30
- 12.Wind‐Up Toy5:30
- 13.It Rained All Night3:53
Trash1989
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Raise Your Fist and Yell1987
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Constrictor1986
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DaDa1983
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Flush the Fashion / Special Forces1983
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Zipper Catches Skin1982
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Collection1982
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Special Forces1981
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Flush the Fashion1980
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From the Inside1978
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Lace and Whiskey1977
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Alice Cooper Goes to Hell1976
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Welcome to My Nightmare1975
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Label
- Record label
- Warner Music Group
- Record label
- Straight
- Record label
- Atlantic Records
- Record label
- MCA Records
- Record label
- Epic Records
- Record label
- Warner Records Inc.
Achievements
- Award
- honorary doctorate
- Award
- Heritage Award
- Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Award
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Groups
- Hollywood Vampiresharmonica, lead vocals, original · 2012current
- Alice Cooperlead vocals, original · 1964–1965
- Alice Cooperlead vocals, original · 1965–1967
- Alice Cooperlead vocals, original · 1967–1968
- Alice Cooperlead vocals, original · 1968–1975
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: A. Cooper, Alic Cooper, Alica Cooper, Alice Coper, Alice Copper, Alis Cooper
Alice Cooper is an American singer and songwriter. With a career spanning over six decades, he is known for his raspy singing voice and theatrical stage shows that feature numerous props and illusions. Cooper is considered by music journalists and peers to be "The Godfather of Shock Rock". He has drawn from horror films, vaudeville, and garage rock to pioneer a macabre and theatrical brand of rock designed to shock audiences.
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