Along Came a Spider
Alice Cooper · 2008
56 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · garage rock
A theatrical blend of heavy rock and narrative storytelling, steeped in dark humor and classic Alice Cooper flair.
Why this album works
The album debuted at number 26 on the Billboard 200 and received mixed reviews from critics, highlighting Cooper's ability to maintain relevance in the evolving rock landscape. It also sparked interest for its narrative structure, telling a story that resonated with fans of his classic shock rock style while introducing new themes of redemption and introspection.
- Best for
- theatrical narratives with dark humor steady pacing for focused listening engaging storytelling through song
- Context
- Released in 2008, 'Along Came a Spider' is Alice Cooper's first studio album in four years, following 2004's 'The Eyes of Alice Cooper'. At this point, he was revitalizing his career after a series of health challenges and a return to a more conceptual songwriting approach. The album showcases his enduring ability to fuse rock with theatricality, reflecting both personal growth and artistic reinvention.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bruce Springsteen· Neil Young· Cher· Bob Dylan· Bon Jovi· Cyndi Lauper· Prince· Elvis Presley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prologue / I Know Where You Live 4:22
- 2 Vengeance Is Mine Standout 4:26
- 3 Wake the Dead 3:54
- 4 Catch Me If You Can 3:16
- 5 (In Touch With) Your Feminine Side 3:16
- 6 Wrapped in Silk 4:17
- 7 Killed by Love 3:34
- 8 I’m Hungry 3:58
- 9 The One That Got Away 3:22
- 10 Salvation Standout 4:36
- 11 I Am the Spider / Epilogue 5:21
- 12 Shadow of Yourself 3:33
- 13 I’ll Still Be There 3:55
- 14 Salvation (acoustic unplugged) 4:50
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