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The Original Alice Cooper Band’s New Single ‘Black Mamba’

Alice Cooper Alice Cooper in concert, Eventim Apollo, London, UK - 20 Oct 2024
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The original Alice Cooper band is making waves with their much-anticipated reunion and the release of a new studio album, marking their first collective endeavor in over fifty years. The album, titled “The Revenge Of Alice Cooper,” is scheduled for release on July 25, and it's set to revitalize their groundbreaking shock rock sound that captivated audiences in the early 1970s. This reunion reunites the surviving members: Alice Cooper on vocals, Neal Smith on drums, Michael Bruce and Dennis Dunaway on guitars and bass, respectively. Fans are particularly excited about the special posthumous contribution of original guitarist Glen Buxton, who passed away in 1997, featured on the track “What Happened To You.” This blend of past and present promises to bring a nostalgic yet vibrant experience to listeners.

“Black Mamba,” the first single from the upcoming album, was debuted recently and has already stirred excitement among fans for its distinctive blend of hard rock and eerie melodies. The track features iconic guitarist Robby Krieger of The Doors, adding a layer of legendary talent and nostalgic appeal to the song. This single serves as a potent introduction to what the album aims to deliver: a combination of vintage horror themes and classic rock energy. The album, expected to revisit the classical sound of the original Alice Cooper band's 1970's era, reflects their theatrical style, complete with elements of horror and shock that defied norms and pushed the boundaries of rock music.

The making of “The Revenge Of Alice Cooper” involved a nostalgic trip back in time, with Cooper and his bandmates reuniting with renowned producer Bob Ezrin in a Connecticut studio. Their collaboration seeks to capture the chemistry and energy that defined their genre-defying albums like “Love It to Death,” “School's Out,” and “Billion Dollar Babies.” These records were instrumental in establishing Alice Cooper as a shock rock icon while carving a unique niche in rock and roll history with theatrical, rebellious performances that included extravagant and unsettling props like guillotines and snakes.

Fans of the band are eager for the full album, which promises a variety of musical styles wrapped in Cooper's familiar theatrical style; tracks like “Wild Ones” and “See You On The Other Side” are poised to become new fan favorites. Despite the passage of five decades, the original members have maintained their iconic personas and chemistry, evident in their music's lively presentation and the band's vibrant interaction. This project asserts itself as not just a musical endeavor but a celebration of lifelong friendship and collaboration that has withstood the test of time.

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