What makes Dirty Diamonds by Alice Cooper notable?

'Dirty Diamonds' received mixed reviews but was notable for its strong commercial performance, charting on the Billboard 200 and reaffirming Cooper's relevance in the rock scene. The album also featured tracks that contributed to the resurgence of interest in classic rock aesthetics during the mid-2000s. Released on July 4, 2005, 'Dirty Diamonds' marked Alice Cooper's return to form after years of fluctuating popularity. This album was his first studio release in four years, following the more experimental 'The Eyes of Alice Cooper' (2003), showcasing a blend of classic rock influences with contemporary sound.

Who is Dirty Diamonds for?

Dirty Diamonds works well if you're into steady mid-tempo party vibes, theatrical flair for performance and infectious energy for sing-alongs.

How many songs are on Dirty Diamonds?

Dirty Diamonds has 13 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Dirty Diamonds

Alice Cooper · 2005

46 min · 13 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · garage rock

A vibrant collision of glam rock and hard-hitting riffs, encapsulating Alice Cooper's theatrical flair and infectious energy.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo party vibes
theatrical flair for performance
infectious energy for sing-alongs
playful irreverence throughout tracks

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slow, introspective music
seek complex, lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on July 4, 2005, 'Dirty Diamonds' marked Alice Cooper's return to form after years of fluctuating popularity. This album was his first studio release in four years, following the more experimental 'The Eyes of Alice Cooper' (2003), showcasing a blend of classic rock influences with contemporary sound.
Stylistic neighbors: David Bowie· Kiss· Queen