Special Forces
Alice Cooper · 1981
34 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · garage rock
A punchy blend of hard rock and glam, infused with Alice Cooper's signature theatricality and biting lyrics.
Why this album works
'Special Forces' reached No. 24 on the Billboard 200 chart, showcasing Cooper's ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes. The album's provocative themes and energetic tracks reflected the evolving landscape of rock music in the early '80s, influencing artists who sought to merge theatricality with hard rock.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo groove theatrical and punchy vibes engaging sing-along moments
- Context
- Released on September 1, 1981, 'Special Forces' was Alice Cooper's ninth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Flush the Fashion.' At this point in his career, Cooper was experimenting with a more new wave-influenced sound while still maintaining his shock rock roots, marking a notable shift in his artistic direction.
- 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 Who Do You Think We Are Standout 4:20
- 2 Seven & Seven Is 2:41
- 3 Prettiest Cop on the Block Standout 3:13
- 4 Don’t Talk Old to Me 2:54
- 5 Generation Landslide ’81 (live) Standout 3:53
- 6 Skeletons in the Closet 3:42
- 7 You Want It, You Got It 3:14
- 8 You Look Good in Rags 3:34
- 9 You’re a Movie 3:36
- 10 Vicious Rumours 3:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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