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Alice Cooper - Road (2023)
Alice Cooper – Road (2023): Album Review, Tracklist & Fun Facts
Released on August 25, 2023, Road is the twenty‑ninth studio album by Alice Cooper, solidifying his enduring legacy in hard rock more than 55 years into his career. Produced by longtime collaborator Bob Ezrin, the album was written, composed, and recorded with Cooper’s touring band, capturing the spirit of life on the road with grit, humor, and classic rock energy.
Album Overview
Road is a concept album inspired by touring life, exploring experiences from the stage to long drives, emotional goodbyes, odd characters, and life on the highway. The record was recorded live in the studio with no overdubs, emphasizing raw performance and the tight chemistry of Cooper’s current lineup—Nita Strauss, Ryan Roxie, Tommy Henriksen, Chuck Garric, and Glen Sobel.
Musically, Road blends classic hard rock and heavy metal riffs with storytelling that ranges from playful to reflective. It’s both nostalgic and fresh, connecting Cooper’s theatrical roots with contemporary rock performance.
Tracklist – Alice Cooper: Road (2023)
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I’m Alice
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Welcome to the Show
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All Over the World
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Dead Don’t Dance
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Go Away
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White Line Frankenstein
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Big Boots
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Rules of the Road
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The Big Goodbye
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Road Rats Forever
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Baby Please Don’t Go
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100 More Miles
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Magic Bus
Album Review
Road revs up with the opening track I’m Alice, where Cooper re‑introduces himself as the ringmaster of chaos, setting the tone for the album’s road‑centric theme. Songs like Welcome to the Show and All Over the World capture the adrenaline and global thrill of touring.
Lyrically and musically, the album dives into tour‑life narratives: Baby Please Don’t Go reflects emotional goodbyes before gigs, while 100 More Miles expresses post‑tour disorientation. White Line Frankenstein and Go Away provide wickedly fun storytelling with biting riffs and character sketches.
The inclusion of Magic Bus—a cover of The Who classic—adds a nostalgic and high‑energy closer, paying homage to rock history while fitting the album’s travel motif. Road stands out for its honesty, youthful attitude, and strong band performances, sticking to the heart of hard rock without overproduction.
Fun Facts, Trivia & Did You Know
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• Fun Fact: Road was recorded live in the studio with no overdubs, highlighting the touring band’s tight chemistry.
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• Trivia: The album’s theme centers on life “on the road,” from the excitement of shows to lonely drives between cities.
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• Did You Know? Featured band members include powerhouse guitarists Nita Strauss and Ryan Roxie, giving the album a heavy yet dynamic sound.
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• Fun Fact: The track White Line Frankenstein continues Cooper’s tradition of using “Frankenstein” in titles—a motif found in earlier work too.
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• Did You Know? The album came with bonus DVD/Blu‑ray options featuring Alice Cooper’s Hellfest 2022 live show.
Road highlights Alice Cooper’s remarkable longevity and creativity. By drawing on the universal experience of touring life, Cooper crafts a modern hard rock record that feels both authentic and timeless—another vibrant chapter in the career of a rock and roll legend.