A History of Alice Cooper

Formation and Rise to Fame (1968–1973)

In the scorching heat of Phoenix, Arizona, in 1968, the Alice Cooper band emerged, ready to shock and awe the world with their electrifying brand of glam rock. Led by the enigmatic Vincent Furnier, who would later adopt the name Alice Cooper, the band quickly gained notoriety for their wild, theatrical stage shows that left audiences both stunned and exhilarated.

Their breakthrough came in 1971 with the release of their third album, Love It to Death, featuring the anthemic hit single 'I'm Eighteen.' The band's popularity soared with the follow-up album, School's Out, in 1972, which spawned the US top 10 and UK No. 1 single of the same name. By 1973, Alice Cooper was at the peak of their powers, dominating the charts with Billion Dollar Babies and setting new records with their groundbreaking stage performances.

Solo Careers and Reunions (1973–2025)

After their monumental success, the Alice Cooper band disbanded in 1973, with Vincent Furnier legally adopting the Alice Cooper moniker for his solo career. Over the years, the original band members pursued various projects, with occasional reunions thrilling fans between 1999 and 2021.

However, it wasn't until 2025 that the Alice Cooper band reunited for their first studio album in 52 years, The Revenge of Alice Cooper, marking a triumphant return to the metal scene and solidifying their status as legends of shock rock.

The legacy of the Alice Cooper band lives on in the annals of metal history, their theatrical performances and infectious anthems inspiring generations of rockers to push boundaries and embrace the darker side of music.