Released 20 years ago
Live at Montreux 2005
Alice Cooper · 2006
66 min · 19 tracks · hard rock
A high-energy showcase of theatrical rock, blending classic hits with a vibrant live atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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Department of Youth Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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No More Mr. Nice Guy — This track exemplifies Cooper's signature blend of humor and darkness, making it a staple of his live shows that resonates strongly with fans.
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School’s Out — As one of Cooper's most recognizable anthems, its performance captures the rebellious spirit that defines his music and connects deeply with audiences.
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Feed My Frankenstein — The theatricality of this song, combined with its catchy hooks, showcases Alice Cooper's flair for combining horror elements with rock music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases Alice Cooper's theatrical rock style but lacks a strong narrative flow across its extensive tracklist.
What we noticed
- Alice Cooper engages the audience with theatrical elements, including costume changes and stage props throughout the performance.
- The album captures the live atmosphere with crowd interactions and extended instrumental sections that enhance the energy of the show.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical storytelling with humor
- steady energy for live experience
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
- nostalgic anthems from youth
- dynamic crowd interaction moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective pieces
- seeking minimalistic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Captures live energy and iconic tracks, cherished by dedicated fans of Alice Cooper.
- Themes
- teenage rebellion· shock rock theatrics· Montreux concert spectacle
- Career context
- By the time 'Live at Montreux 2005' was released in 2006, Alice Cooper had already established himself as a seminal figure in shock rock since the late 1960s. This album captures his return to form after a period of less commercial success in the 1990s, marking an era where he re-engaged with audiences through dynamic live performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Kiss· Queen
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Department of Youth Start here 2:40
- 2 No More Mr. Nice Guy 3:04
- 3 Dirty Diamonds 3:43
- 4 Billion Dollar Babies 3:25
- 5 Be My Lover 3:17
- 6 Lost in America 4:21
- 7 I Never Cry 2:45
- 8 Woman of Mass Distraction 3:46
- 9 I’m Eighteen 4:11
Disc 2
- 1 Between High School and Old School 2:53
- 2 What Do You Want From Me? 3:16
- 3 Is It My Body? 2:51
- 4 Gimme 2:57
- 5 Feed My Frankenstein 3:38
- 6 Welcome to My Nightmare 2:35
- 7 School’s Out 4:36
- 8 Poison 4:42
- 9 Wish I Were Born in Beverly Hills 3:11
- 10 Under My Wheels 4:12
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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