Prince of Darkness
Alice Cooper · 1989
38 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · garage rock
A theatrical blend of hard rock and glam metal, infused with Cooper's signature macabre storytelling.
Why this album works
The album features the hit single 'He's Back (The Man Behind the Mask),' which became iconic for its association with the film 'Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives.' 'Prince of Darkness' solidified Alice Cooper's position within the glam metal movement of the late '80s, receiving mixed but generally favorable reviews that acknowledged his continued influence in shock rock.
- Best for
- theatrical storytelling in every track steady pacing for focused listening macabre themes with playful irony
- Context
- By the time 'Prince of Darkness' was released in 1989, Alice Cooper had returned to the music scene after a brief hiatus marked by personal struggles and an earlier commercial decline. This album followed his 'Raise Your Fist and Yell' in 1987 and marked his resurgence into the glam metal genre as it was gaining popularity, showcasing his reinvigorated energy and theatrical flair.
- 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 Prince of Darkness Standout 5:12
- 2 Roses on White Lace 4:30
- 3 Teenage Frankenstein Standout 3:41
- 4 He’s Back (The Man Behind the Mask) 3:51
- 5 Billion Dollar Babies 3:21
- 6 Lock Me Up 3:26
- 7 Simple Disobedience 3:30
- 8 Thrill My Gorilla 2:58
- 9 Life and Death of the Party 3:43
- 10 Freedom 4:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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