Dennis Dunaway recently shared a cryptic message about 2026 that has sparked speculation among Alice Cooper fans about a potential original band reunion. The speculation stems from a post on Facebook.
The bassist posted a photo of the Original Alice Cooper Group alongside his optimistic outlook for the coming year.
“Looking forward to 2026,” Dunaway said.
The simple message immediately caught the attention of longtime fans who began speculating about possible tour plans. One enthusiastic fan responded directly to Dunaway’s post, asking about potential tour dates. The fan wrote, “Is the original band gonna tour?! You can have my money now, then.”
Another fan inquired about the possibility of either touring or a residency featuring the original lineup, and wrote, “Will there be an OG tour or residency?”
The speculation centers around whether the original Alice Cooper Group members might be planning something special together for next year.
Dunaway’s cryptic message comes at a particularly significant time for the original Alice Cooper Group. The band has recently experienced a remarkable reunion that has reignited fan interest in the classic lineup.
Antimusic reported that the original members released The Revenge of Alice Cooper in 2025. This marks their first full-length album together since 1973’s Muscle of Love. The reunion album features Dunaway, Michael Bruce, and Neal Smith. It includes a posthumous guitar part from the late Glen Buxton, making it a truly historic release for longtime fans.
The timing of Dunaway’s 2026 message is particularly intriguing given that Alice Cooper has already announced several major performances for next year. Ultimate Classic Rock revealed that Cooper has scheduled Las Vegas shows with magician Criss Angel and secured a slot at the Welcome to Rockville festival. However, these announced dates do not specifically mention the original group lineup.
Cooper recently reflected on the band’s enduring chemistry, noting that they “never truly felt… divorced.” Antimusic noted that Cooper credited their high school history for the seamless reunion feel. This suggests that the bond between the original members remains strong despite decades apart.
The possibility of an original Alice Cooper Group tour would represent a major milestone for rock fans. The classic lineup has rarely performed together since their initial breakup in the 1970s. With their successful 2025 album release and Cooper’s existing 2026 tour plans, the stage appears set for potential original group performances. These could satisfy the growing fan demand sparked by Dunaway’s optimistic post.
