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by cooperrocks
Fri Dec 22, 2023 11:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 'Secret' Next Album
Replies: 67
Views: 16890

Re: The 'Secret' Next Album

Likely will be called "secret" just like the very thought out title of "road". I think we'll have a cover by Photoshop. I think the songs will be a mixed bag as usual along with a cover of some Detroit band. I'm sure there will be a few guests and wouldn't be surprised if one is Orianthi. Also, I w...
by cooperrocks
Thu Dec 14, 2023 5:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Desmond Child Thoughts
Replies: 6
Views: 3156

Re: Desmond Child Thoughts

I watched the video and thought Desmond Child came across as very arrogant frankly. He seemed to almost brag about all the guests he brought in for the Trash album. In other words, some name dropping going on and it is kind of ironic that Bob Ezrin (And yes I think the Ezrin creative well has run dr...
by cooperrocks
Wed Dec 13, 2023 5:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Marketing of Alice Cooper
Replies: 26
Views: 9288

Re: The Marketing of Alice Cooper

Not disagreeing with anything said her but just want to add a couple of thoughts/questions. Did the bad boys image of the band actually hinder longer term visibility and success? Did trying to go MOR with the ballads cause confusion as to what type of act Alice actually was? Did the drink and drugs...
by cooperrocks
Tue Dec 12, 2023 5:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Marketing of Alice Cooper
Replies: 26
Views: 9288

Re: The Marketing of Alice Cooper

I don't believe he's been marketed well. The trick is to try to be objective about it, which is difficult for me as a huge fan since 1972. Maybe he really isn't in the same class as David Bowie...but I'll never believe it! I'm surprised how few performance videos, other than live clips, have ever b...
by cooperrocks
Fri Dec 08, 2023 6:53 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Marketing of Alice Cooper
Replies: 26
Views: 9288

The Marketing of Alice Cooper

Hey everyone. Since Alice is currently off tour for a few months and not much going on, I like throwing out a few questions just to get everyone's thoughts and debate (hopefully friendly debate) a little. With KISS retiring yet doing the Digital Avatars thing (in other words they aren't really going...
by cooperrocks
Wed Dec 06, 2023 5:32 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Slicker Than A Weasel
Replies: 14
Views: 6773

Re: Slicker Than A Weasel

I have often wondered what the various versions of the "Freak Out" album (which I have seen listed under various titles like Alice Cooper in Toronto, etc), how many copies through the years those albums have sold.
by cooperrocks
Sat Dec 02, 2023 4:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Lace and Whiskey Era
Replies: 40
Views: 10025

Re: The Lace and Whiskey Era

I bought it on the day of its release and was so, so let down. And despite giving it chance after chance over the decades, it's still a nope for me. It's over produced (I'd call it the worst work Ezrin's ever done (that I've heard), except that I own Amazon Beach, and yowch!), but even the tunes I'...
by cooperrocks
Fri Dec 01, 2023 4:17 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Alice's Band Mates: An Appreciation
Replies: 118
Views: 71437

Re: Alice's Band Mates: An Appreciation

I don't know if any of you have heard any of Tommy's new Crossbone Skully stuff or not, but it is great hard rocking stuff. I realize many Alice fans (not intended as a criticism) are stuck on the 70's sound but for those who are not, it rocks.
by cooperrocks
Sun Nov 26, 2023 8:44 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Lace and Whiskey Era
Replies: 40
Views: 10025

Re: The Lace and Whiskey Era

Si wrote:
Sun Nov 26, 2023 8:07 pm
I love the chickens and make no apologies for it. Reversing the legendary chicken incident was brilliant!
Si, you are a true rebel sir. LOL!
by cooperrocks
Sun Nov 26, 2023 5:22 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Lace and Whiskey Era
Replies: 40
Views: 10025

The Lace and Whiskey Era

I was thinking about the Lace and Whiskey album and era today. In my opinion, the two albums I would love to see remixed and remastered are Constrictor (with real drums added) and the Lace and Whiskey album. I know it isn't most fans favorite but there is some great diversity of songs and I feel lik...
by cooperrocks
Sun Nov 26, 2023 5:13 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Alice Cooper Store
Replies: 7
Views: 2625

Re: The Alice Cooper Store

Seems like there was never a big change when the marketing/merchandise changed hands a while ago. Same old same old, as far as this discerning buyer is concerned. I have only ever paid for one thing through the official store, and it was not a stupid teddy bear. Hopefully, they are gearing up for s...
by cooperrocks
Thu Nov 16, 2023 4:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Starring Alice Cooper - pictorial autobiography
Replies: 53
Views: 17610

Re: Starring Alice Cooper - pictorial autobiography

This is just my opinion and it may not be a popular one but here goes. A lot of the pictures just based in the promo of the book I have seen tons of times before. Look I love Alice's music, the man, the various lineups, etc and own every album proudly. I also own several other Alice albums etc but a...
by cooperrocks
Tue Nov 14, 2023 4:12 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What is 1 Original Band Song and 1 Solo Song You Would Like Added
Replies: 24
Views: 6529

What is 1 Original Band Song and 1 Solo Song You Would Like Added

Since (with the exception of the Mexico show) Alice is basically done for the year, I thought I would throw this question out. I want to cover all Alice fanbases with this question. Let's assume that the setlist for next year is basically the same as this year. What is 1 original band song and 1 sol...
by cooperrocks
Thu Nov 09, 2023 4:20 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: More stats anyone?
Replies: 12
Views: 2894

Re: More stats anyone?

I appreciate you posting this. I am always curious to see stats on lesser known Alice albums and songs. Things like what Deep Cuts are actually getting a lot of views/listens? Also it is easy to forget that what is popular here in the United States or the UK may or may not be popular elsewhere and t...
by cooperrocks
Thu Nov 09, 2023 4:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: What album best represents the full catalogue?
Replies: 8
Views: 2160

Re: What album best represents the full catalogue?

As Si said, it is basically impossible because Alice has invoked so many styles through the years. If I was forced to pick an album, I would go with The Last Temptation. It had some modern elements for the time, a little bit of 80s style lyrics with Lost in America but some moody sounds like the 70s...
by cooperrocks
Wed Nov 01, 2023 11:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hellfest 2022
Replies: 46
Views: 9265

Re: Hellfest 2022

No question Ken Mary is very well-respected in the metal community. He might actually be my favorite drummer Alice has ever had but unfortunately some decent success but nothing massive and that's a shame because he is that good.
by cooperrocks
Tue Oct 31, 2023 2:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Hellfest 2022
Replies: 46
Views: 9265

Re: Hellfest 2022

I think Nita is the most successful aside from Alice himself. She was the first female to have a signature Ibanez, she’s often recognized as one of the best guitar players out there, aways getting on top of the lists of beat/most influencial. Her album did get a good recognition and she can surely ...
by cooperrocks
Mon Oct 23, 2023 3:18 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: YouTube views and Spotify Streams
Replies: 17
Views: 4235

Re: YouTube views and Spotify Streams

It actually doesn't surprise me at all as I love all eras of Alice but actually slightly prefer a lot of solo Alice. Poison, internationally is Alice's biggest song ever and Wayne's World definitely made Feed My Frankenstein very popular. But I agree with Saint and Sinner, I am pleasantly surprised ...
by cooperrocks
Thu Oct 19, 2023 3:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Alice's Band Mates: An Appreciation
Replies: 118
Views: 71437

Re: Alice's Band Mates: An Appreciation

Nita brings so much to the show and has brought Alice publicity for quite a while. When you attend Alice's shows next to the Coop, she usually gets the second loudest round of applause. I think what people lose perspective of is the hired gun. They work under a contract and depending on the artist ...
by cooperrocks
Wed Oct 18, 2023 2:55 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Alice's Band Mates: An Appreciation
Replies: 118
Views: 71437

Re: Alice's Band Mates: An Appreciation

Nita brings so much to the show and has brought Alice publicity for quite a while. When you attend Alice's shows next to the Coop, she usually gets the second loudest round of applause. I think what people lose perspective of is the hired gun. They work under a contract and depending on the artist s...