Road
Alice Cooper · 2023
47 min · 30 tracks · hard rock
A vibrant blend of classic rock and glam influences, merging theatricality with raw energy and introspective lyricism.
Top tracks — play these first
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I’m Alice Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with self-referential lyrics that blend humor and introspection, establishing Cooper's persona in a fresh light.
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Welcome to the Show — A quintessential Alice Cooper anthem that combines theatrical elements with catchy hooks, inviting listeners into his world of performance art and rock spectacle.
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Dead Don’t Dance — This track showcases a darker lyrical theme paired with an infectious melody, highlighting Cooper's knack for blending horror imagery with engaging rock music.
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Road Rats Forever — 'Road Rats Forever' serves as an ode to the loyal fanbase that has supported Cooper throughout his career, encapsulating themes of camaraderie and shared experience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical storytelling with humor
- steady pacing for road trips
- anthemic sing-alongs with friends
- cathartic energy release moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer spontaneous, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and relevance in Alice Cooper's long career.
- Themes
- rock and roll journey· theatrical storytelling· touring life camaraderie
- Career context
- In 2023, Alice Cooper released 'Road' as a celebration of his extensive career, following his previous album 'Detroit Stories' in 2021. This marks Cooper's continued evolution as a vital figure in rock music, showcasing his enduring appeal and ability to adapt to contemporary sounds while maintaining his signature style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Kiss· Queen
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Big Goodbye
The narrative shifts from reflective nostalgia to an urgent plea for connection, capturing the weight of farewells.
This transition emphasizes vulnerability in the storytelling, contrasting earlier bravado in the album with a more personal touch.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 I’m Alice Start here 3:55
- 2 Welcome to the Show 3:36
- 3 All Over the World 3:52
- 4 Dead Don’t Dance 3:30
- 5 Go Away 4:20
- 6 White Line Frankenstein 3:40
- 7 Big Boots 3:14
- 8 Rules of the Road 3:48
- 9 The Big Goodbye 3:32
- 10 Road Rats Forever 4:04
- 11 Baby Please Don’t Go 3:29
- 12 100 More Miles 3:04
- 13 Magic Bus 3:39
Disc 2
- 1 Feed My Frankenstein
- 2 No More Mr. Nice Guy
- 3 Bed of Nails
- 4 Hey Stoopid
- 5 Fallen in Love
- 6 Go Man Go
- 7 Guitar Solo by Nita Strauss
- 8 Roses on White Lace
- 9 I’m Eighteen
- 10 Poison
- 11 Billion Dollar Babies
- 12 The Black Widow Jam
- 13 Steven
- 14 Dead Babies
- 15 I Love the Dead
- 16 Escape
- 17 School’s Out
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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