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by cooperrocks
Mon Jan 22, 2024 12:28 am
Forum: Alice Cooper - On Tour
Topic: 2024
Replies: 31
Views: 18553

Re: 2024

rodentdog wrote:
Thu Jan 04, 2024 10:23 pm
Where are the US dates?
More than likely it appears not until the Fall meaning there wont be any US dates probably announced for a while but should be coming out soon.
by cooperrocks
Mon Jan 08, 2024 4:00 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The Beginning of the Comeback of Alice Cooper (1986)
Replies: 10
Views: 2287

The Beginning of the Comeback of Alice Cooper (1986)

Hey everyone. This question is aimed for those of us who have been an Alice fan since at least the mid 80's. While most would cite 1989 as Alice's true comeback due to the tremendous success of the Trash album, it was really 1986 when the comeback began. Constrictor, while not a major hit, did okay ...
by cooperrocks
Wed Jan 03, 2024 4:49 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 'Secret' Next Album
Replies: 67
Views: 20999

Re: The 'Secret' Next Album

I'm rapidly approaching 70. I bought my first AC record in '69. and everything since then. I would also like a record with longer and maybe somewhat darker songs. The emphasis is on "would have" I'm actually grateful for every new album that AC records that I can still listen to. For me, the “probl...
by cooperrocks
Tue Jan 02, 2024 5:56 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 'Secret' Next Album
Replies: 67
Views: 20999

Re: The 'Secret' Next Album

For me it is just a case of anything can wear thin after a while. Ezrin is a legend no doubt, but when you do several albums in a row with basically the same formula it becomes "just another album." As I have stated many times before I am actually a bigger Alice solo fan than the original band thoug...
by cooperrocks
Thu Dec 28, 2023 12:31 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 'Secret' Next Album
Replies: 67
Views: 20999

Re: The 'Secret' Next Album

While I am a slightly bigger fan of solo Alice than the original band material, if the original band were part of a tour then they definitely would only do their own songs. But there also lies the problem. Alice does a lot of festival shows overseas etc. He has to do stuff like Poison, etc for those...
by cooperrocks
Fri Dec 22, 2023 11:50 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: The 'Secret' Next Album
Replies: 67
Views: 20999

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: 3354

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: 9720

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: 9720

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: 9720

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: 7011

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: 10669

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: 72790

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: 10669

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: 10669

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: 2762

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: 18801

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: 6921

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: 3165

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: 2330

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...