Alice Cooper - Road - New Album Review & Unboxing

[@lucasnavajas4166]

Road is an instant classic! You’re right, he sounds so good you’d never believe he’s 75!! I’ve been buying his albums since since the mid seventies and all back catalog of course. What’s crazy is he had all these ballads on the radio in the mid to late seventies, I never cry, you and me, and how you gonna see me now, I was in Germany at the time and how you gonna see me now was a hit over there, crazy! Of course only women bleed was a big hit earlier. Anyway I’m a super fan and road is awesome, I love all his albums, even the early 80’s new wave albums… so creative

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah just mind boggling that he is 75! I hope he has a lot of gas left in the tank for at least 10 more years. Sad to think it’s all going to be winding down soon for someone so prolific that at some point there will be no more new Alice Cooper. But I love what he has given us so far!

[@reubensane5539]

No one is around physically forever & many legacy Artist sound bad compared to what they were ,so it’s an amazing gift to have at 75 Alice firing on all cylinders! He’s been so prolific,new albums,reissued anniversary classic albums and non stop touring in two freakin bands & sounds as great as ever !

[@BrendonSnyder]

It’s that the truth!! 👍

[@jans2887]

It's amazing how this was a 5/10 album for me upon first listen. Now, having listened to it 4-5 times, it's a very good, fun album. Just brings a smile to my face. His best since Dirty Diamonds in my opinion.

[@lonniegrey5894]

THIS ALBUM ROCKS from start to finish. I think 100 miles should have ended it tho instead of Magic Bus. Great album/review

[@kprimm1967]

LOVE everything Alice does. Every album is an instant buy!

[@Billyness]

Alice doesn't make bad albums. This is his best since "Hey Stoopid"....love it!

[@BrendonSnyder]

No he doesn’t, they’re always interesting no matter the style. But I do like lots of the post Hey Stoopid albums like The Last Temptation. That one is a highly underrated album. Another really good one IMO is Dragontown. But then the only album I can say I truly didn’t care for was Welcome 2 My Nightmare. Just too full of modern pop elements for my liking.

[@ИванИванов-у8л9г]

"The Last Temptation" is good and solid, maybe darker than expected at that time as I can remember. I like both "heavy" albums, "Brutal Planet" and "Dragontown", as well. Have all them on CDs. "Hey Stoopid" is classic now. This new one can be really good either judging from what I have heard already. Good review 👍🏻

[@reubensane5539]

Last temptation is one of his best albums after his 70s and 8os albums and Brutal too

[@scorpiusbalthazar4327]

I disagree completely. The Last Temptation is better, but that's my personal favorite as my name is Steven and it's a whole album around Steven. Also, Along Came A Spider and Detroit Stories are better.

[@ИванИванов-у8л9г]

Some update 🙂 I have listened a couple of times to both "Road" (streamed) and "The Last Temptation", also streamed but I have it on a CD, one of US reissues of late 1990s-early 2000s I think, so, with a CD it would be even more obvious: the "Temptation" is (much?) better imo, it has more layers, emotions, originality and some of AC's very good or even excellent songs. I had not listened to "The Last Temptation" in full for a few years before that despite that "lost in America" refrain is around and "plays" in my head sometimes 🙂 So, for me it is clear it is a big album of Alice and I would return to it in future certainly that I am not sure of "Road" at the moment but I will try it again 🙂 And the most important point is that "The Last Temptation" has passed the test of time, at least for me 🙂 Almost 30 years and it sounds interesting and not dated. It may be true for "Road", a question is whether we have 30 more years and still around and interested in checking that. Cheers 🙂

[@johnthanogiannis4896]

Nice review! When I first listened to the singles and some snippets I thought this album will be the first AC album I won't like. Then, I got the album and it's probably his best since the early 00s. The current band need to come back for the next album too. Alice Cooper is one of the few that are still active from his generation and we are lucky to have him.

[@jamesforrest7637]

Nice review Brendon. Thank you for taking the time to post such a thoughtful perspective.

[@BrendonSnyder]

My pleasure James. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@johndelaurentis9294]

Great review! Looking forward to hearing this new material. Been a fan of Alice since the 1970s.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I love hearing from Alice fans who have been with him since the 70’s and are still into him today. I got into him in the late 80’s but have been a fan ever since.

[@DarthPizza777]

One of the best albums this year! 🤘

[@BrendonSnyder]

I agree!

[@montanahalesbass]

One of my favorite albums of the year so far! I saw Alice Cooper with Def Leppard and Mötley Crüe early this month in Columbus, OH. That was my very first time seeing Alice (and DL) and that was by far the best performance I’ve seen by anybody in my 19 years! Alice Cooper never disappoints🔥

[@manofmiracles]

Listened to the album yesterday and loved it great flow and great music 🤘great review as always 😀

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thanks! I’m glad you found the review enjoyable.

[@captainbeyond7469]

Alice is a national treasure. Looking forward to placing my order. Cheers Brendon

[@BrendonSnyder]

That he is! 👍

[@MetalMan73100]

It takes deep pockets to keep up with Alice´s output. I thought I finally had them all, i.e. his entire studio catalogue, but now yet another one is out. Five minutes prior to writing this comment I ordered Road on Discogs, so here we go!😉

[@BrendonSnyder]

He’s also go another album he is working on plus he’s recorded a bunch of new songs with the original Alice Cooper Group from the 70’s and has yet to decide how he will release them. They could also become a whole album. So keep an eye out. It seems we get a new album from Alice just about every 2 years. I love that at 75 he’s still hard at work and doesn’t show any signs of slowing down.

[@austindolan7182]

i heard he's dropping a new album next year too.

[@ivostoyanov4850]

Alice is treasure, he always make great albums , i collect them all , saw him 2 times .Thank you posted this Brendon.

[@mikaelbodin9178]

Great review and I agree on the analogy with Bowie. Always something interesting coming from Alice.

[@BrendonSnyder]

There are few artists that have been able to pull off the chameleon approach to music constantly changing on each album but Alice Cooper is one of them. What’s cool is he has an album for every mood. Heavier, softer, more soulful, poppy, raw, classic, you name it, he’s done it. One of my all time favorite artists!

[@mikecamilli1047]

Brendon, just purchased the new Vandenberg album. It is so awesome like you said! Great guitar work by Adrian and vocals that at times sound like Coverdale so you can’t go wrong with that combo!

[@irishflink7324]

My favorite albums with Alice Cooper is 1. Alice Cooper Goes to Hell 2. From the Inside 3. Dragontown

[@BrendonSnyder]

I like Goes To Hell and Dragon Town as well.

[@JoshAshConceptArt]

I'm always happy to see Goes to Hell get some love. I feel like I hear a lot of people hating on that album but I think it's great

[@Nic1973KISS]

@@BrendonSnyder Not a From The Inside fan? That’s likely my favorite record.

[@SteveSmith-md1fl]

Will definitely be picking it up. Nice review.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed it Steve.

[@johnbain5747]

Alice is amazing and this album tops everything since hey stooped. Great review 👍🏼

[@BrendonSnyder]

It certainly is a high point in his catalogue for sure!

[@Martinjr1975]

Love the life and crimes boxset in the back... i always hoped they 'd do a sequel to that boxset.

[@BrendonSnyder]

He really should. The unfortunate thing is that he has been on so many different record labels that to try and license it all would be very hard. I believe that’s why a follow-up boxset for the years after the first one hasn’t been done.

[@rayhollingshad3580]

Bought the vinyl & love it!

[@BrendonSnyder]

👍

[@jamesgray4627]

Great review, cool Kane Roberts is with the band. Constrictor is my favorite 80s Alice album.

[@markbunton9919]

Great review! I’m a huge fan of every era of Alice’s career and will definitely be picking this one up.

[@artramirez5158]

Road is a Killer record!!! Best album since Hey Stoopid!

[@jcrockandmetalreviews]

Thanks for the review. I ordered the single CD version. I was going to order the one with the DVD, but shipping was too expensive. I am glad it is one of those digipacks with the plastic holder inside and not just a sleeve.

[@howardmackenzie4365]

I remember the series you did about pre-ordering too early from Amazon. I pre-ordered this Alice Cooper album when it was first announced,a couple of months ago. Album was released this past Friday, but mine is not due to arrive until Monday. Not that big of a deal, but lesson learned. Looking forward to listening to it. Great review.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah it makes no sense when that happens. They know who pre-ordered it and should have enough copies ordered to fill them all. It makes me mad that they treat the ones who pre-order like 2nd class fans and send it late.

[@waynehickman8317]

I actually received my Amazon pre-ordered copy on Friday, I was shocked to say the least.

[@howardmackenzie4365]

@@waynehickman8317 😂 No doubt. Glad you got yours when you were supposed to get it. Happy listening.

[@Rocknrollerrink]

I've been wondering about this one, I'll have to check it out, thanks, Brendon!

[@BrendonSnyder]

It will definitely be worth it. Enjoy!

[@AndDeathForAll82]

My favorite since Brutal Planet

[@AdamLB]

Just listened to it, in my opinion, it's a decent album, nothing really stands out. My favourite song is Go Away. That song is still in my head. Weakest songs, Baby Please Don't Go and Magic Bus (wasn't necessary). Overall, I think it's better than Detroit Stories. I will give it another listen when I have some free time.

[@robertwatt4248]

I liked the preceding singles, sounds like I need to check out the whole album!

[@frankcantelmi245]

Hi Brendon Fun CD here in Australia we got the Version with a Blu ray of the show from hellfest 2022 its a fantastic show keep collecting and stay safe

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yes that version was available here in the US too. However the love show didn’t interest me since I have so many live shows from Alice Cooper already.

[@C_Skullz]

Agreed, great listen🤘 For me the Road was easier to get into. Detroit Stories was more of a grower album for me Did you get the Jimmy Hendrix's Fire riff on Welcome to the Show or was that just me?🤔

[@TerryKrysinski]

Seven lps with the AC Group,bro.. you forgot Muscle Of Love... thanks for the review. Great album! T

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yep! 👍

[@purpletemple1]

I didn't like it at first, thought it was very gimmicky, but I guess the theme of the album is about the r 'n' r clichés. A few spins later, I think it's a very pleasant record. But you're right, Paranormal is on a totally different level. Alice is amazing. Cheers.

[@aceeg69]

Does it says in the booklet what songs Nina plays guitar solos , and the rest of The Who plays on what?

[@Nic1973KISS]

Wondering the same. My vinyl comes today, hopefully it does tell.

[@harmlessrebel868]

Uhhh...I can't wait for my copy to come in. I preordered it 6 months ago and nothing. The whole getting your pre-orders two month after the street date is getting old.

[@ianmartin1234]

How does he do it a true rock God.

[@BrendonSnyder]

He’s Alice… he’s supernatural!

[@tomp4053]

Terrific album. I like it more than some of his other 21st century albums. Brutal Planet is my fav followed by Welcome 2 My Nightmare. This could be #3 in the 21st Century.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I like the new album as well. But interestingly your two favorite albums are probably my least favorite albums from Alice. But then I love the album Trash which many don’t like because it was too Glam Metal. So we all have our favorite and it’s great that Alice has done so many in such different styles.

[@tomp4053]

@@BrendonSnyder, I love Trash.

[@tomp4053]

Hey Stoopid is also a very cool follow up album.

[@tomp4053]

@@BrendonSnyder , did want to clarify brutal and nightmare 2 are my favs in the 21sr century lol. Have you ranked his catalogue yet?

[@JasonGladu]

Do you have a ranking of Alice Cooper albums? I actually don't own anything by him!

[@BrendonSnyder]

No not yet. I’m contemplating doing one but 31 albums are a lot! 😂

[@JasonGladu]

Oh damn! Perhaps by decade? LOL@@BrendonSnyder

[@JasonGladu]

I will probably give "The Road" a shot though.

[@anonanon526]

Everyone is different but due to my age and circumstances: MY TOP 10: Killer Billion dollar babies Welcome to my nightmare Hey Stoopid The last temptation Brutal Planet Dragontown Welcome 2 My Nightmare Paranormal Road RUNNERS UP: Schools Out Goes to Hell Lace & Whiskey From the inside Flush the fashion Zipper catches skin Dada Constrictor Raise your fist and yell Trash AND LASTLY: Pretties for you Easy action Love it to death Muscle of love Special forces The eyes of Alice Cooper Dirty diamonds Along came a spider Detroit stories Rise (Hollywood Vampires) Debut (Hollywood Vampires)

[@matt11708]

But my top alice cooper love it to death and killer are 2 classic 70s rock albums.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Those are both classics as well. But I’m particularly a fan of both Billion Dollar Babies and the hugely underrated Muscle Of Love.

[@matt11708]

@@BrendonSnyder that album better then schools out.

[@heavychevy4616]

thank u sir

[@BrendonSnyder]

👍

[@mrrandy1]

Alice just lost his makeup contract because he said something at a concert. But he did not apologize which I so respect of him vs Carlos Santana who apologized for saying something at a recent concert which I wish he did do. but they are so scared of being banned

[@Nic1973KISS]

He didn’t say anything at a concert. He made some statements during an interview.

[@mrrandy1]

@@Nic1973KISS Yes, but Carlos did as I saw the video.

[@Rockgirl24]

Still waiting for mine....Amazon ugh!

[@matt11708]

Not a horrible album but i feel nothing will ever top welcome to my nightmare.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Nothing probably ever will.

[@tapanim6576]

🤘😎🤘

[@josegonzalezporras1612]

🎸⚡🕷️⚡🎸

[@patparadiserockstation]

Cooper is my guy, one of my faves, even have his comic and toy figure!

[@BrendonSnyder]

👍

[@scorpiusbalthazar4327]

I'm sorry but The Big Goodbye is the heaviest song on the album.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Why are you sorry?

[@Cookie-hg4xb]

Average offering from the Coop with only a few highlights. The Big Goodbye is great , White Line Frankenstein is pretty cool , Dead Don't Dance , Welcome To The Show and Baby Please Don't Go are okay but the rest is pretty lame. Rules Of The Road has to be his worst song ever , just terrible.

[@МеломанБаянов]

Огромное тебе спасибо за замечательный обзор, всё очень точно ты сказал. Мне очень понравился альбом и я обязательно куплю LP 😊😊😊 Привет из России всем поклонникам Alice Cooper ❤

[@ИванИванов-у8л9г]

Думаешь, он по-русски понимает? 🙂 Не похоже 🙂 Или интернет-переводчик пользует? 🙂 А канал неплохой, да, как и обзор 👍🏻 А вот на счет винила я не уверен, думаю, КД достаточно тут будет, а то и стриминга пока 😀