Alice Cooper shared insights about the upcoming reunion album with his original band members during an interview with Igor Miranda.
The rock legend addressed the decision to record “The Revenge of Alice Cooper.” The album is set for release next July with the original Alice Cooper band. He explained how their amicable separation made the reunion possible.
“Well, it was very funny about when the band broke up we didn’t divorce as much as we sort of separated,” Cooper said. “And it was one of those things where we always stayed in touch. Nobody was suing anybody. There was no bad blood.”
The Alice Cooper band stands apart from other rock reunions. They maintained positive relationships throughout their time apart.
“We always remained friends,” Cooper continued. “And at one point I just said, ‘Why don’t we just get together and make an album?’ People would probably really like to hear what Alice Cooper the original band sounds like 50 years later.”
“The Revenge of Alice Cooper” will release in July 2026.
This reunion represents a significant milestone for the band. Their last collaboration dates back to their classic early period.
Historical documentation from Wikipedia reveals the original lineup’s final album was “Muscle of Love” in 1973. This followed their successful releases: “Love It to Death” (1971), “Killer” (1971), “School’s Out” (1972), and “Billion Dollar Babies” (1973).
The surviving original members have kept their creative bond strong. Guitarist Michael Bruce, bassist Dennis Dunaway, and drummer Neal Smith maintained active collaboration with Cooper. Records from Alice Cooper’s official website show their continued involvement in songwriting projects through the years.
The Tennessee Vacation Press highlighted the band’s ongoing musical partnership. Cooper will perform with Bruce, Dunaway, and Smith at the Tennessee Performing Arts Center. This performance demonstrates their enduring musical connection.
The band members share a rich artistic background. Their art school education and surrealist influences helped maintain their personal and creative connections for five decades. This foundation made their reunion feel like a natural progression rather than a forced reconciliation.
