Released 26 years ago this June
Brutal Planet
Alice Cooper · 2000
52 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · garage rock
A dark and aggressive exploration of dystopian themes wrapped in heavy metal riffs and theatrical storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- theatrical storytelling immersion
- dark themes for introspection
- focused listening for atmosphere
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat, quick gratification
- prefer light-hearted, carefree vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Explores dark themes in heavy metal; notable but not a primary entry point.
- Themes
- societal decay· industrial dystopia· mechanized humanity
- Career context
- By the time 'Brutal Planet' was released in 2000, Alice Cooper had already established himself as a rock icon, having undergone various phases throughout his career. This album marked a return to his heavy metal roots following a brief hiatus from music in the late '90s. It was also his first collaboration with producer Bob Ezrin since the 1975 classic 'Welcome to My Nightmare', signaling a significant creative reunion.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Kiss· Queen
- If this clicks, go next to
- Dragontown — Continues the dark themes and heavy sound from Brutal Planet.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Psalm 69: The Way to Succeed and the Way to Suck Eggs by Ministry — Shares industrial aggression and dystopian themes with heavy, mechanical riffs.The Downward Spiral by Nine Inch Nails — Explores dark themes of societal decay with a mix of aggression and electronic elements.Hellbilly Deluxe by Rob Zombie — Combines theatrical storytelling and heavy metal with a focus on horror and dystopia.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Brutal Planet".
- 1 Brutal Planet Start here 4:40
- 2 Wicked Young Man 3:50
- 3 Sanctuary 4:00
- 4 Blow Me a Kiss 3:18
- 5 Eat Some More 4:36
- 6 Pick Up the Bones 5:14
- 7 Pessi‐Mystic 4:56
- 8 Gimme 4:46
- 9 It’s the Little Things 4:11
- 10 Take It Like a Woman 4:12
- 11 Cold Machines 4:14
- 12 Can’t Sleep, Clowns Will Eat Me 4:09
What to play next
This album is considered a Deep Cut in Alice Cooper's catalog. Explores dark themes in heavy metal; notable but not a primary entry point.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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