Alice Cooper
Born in Detroit, Alice Cooper became one of North America's most celebrated Musicians during the Baby Boomer era.
American singer (born 1948)
"Alice Cooper's career truly exploded with the release of 'School's Out' in 1972, an anthem that perfectly captured teenage rebellion." — About Alice Cooper
| Metric | Alice Cooper | Avg Musician | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 78 | 57 | +21 yrs |
| Career length | 60 yrs | ~35 yrs | +25 yrs |
| Based on 830 Musician profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Alice Cooper
Did you know that despite his macabre stage persona, Alice Cooper is a devout Christian and has hosted a syndicated radio show called 'Nights with Alice Cooper' since 2004?
- His birth name is Vincent Damon Furnier, and he legally changed it to Alice Cooper in 1975.
- He is an avid golfer, often playing six days a week, a surprising contrast to his dark stage persona.
- Alice Cooper once owned a restaurant in Phoenix called 'Cooper'stown,' featuring sports memorabilia and American cuisine.
- He ran a satirical presidential campaign in 1972 with the slogan 'A Troubled Man for Troubled Times'.
- His pet boa constrictor, named 'Kachina,' was a regular feature in his early stage shows, often draped around his neck.
Alice Cooper's career truly exploded with the release of 'School's Out' in 1972, an anthem that perfectly captured teenage rebellion. The accompanying tour solidified his reputation for elaborate, theatrical shock rock, featuring guillotines, electric chairs, and fake blood, setting a new standard for rock spectacle.
Alice Cooper pioneered shock rock, blending horror imagery with hard rock to influence generations of metal, punk, and goth artists. His theatricality transformed rock concerts into immersive, macabre performance art.