For the first time in more than half a century, Alice Cooper has reunited with the original members of his band to release a brand-new studio album. Titled The Revenge of Alice Cooper, the record marks the first full-length collaboration between the surviving members of the classic lineup since 1973’s Muscle of Love. Released on July 25, 2025, the album is being hailed as both a comeback and a celebration of the band’s enduring legacy.
The lineup includes vocalist Alice Cooper, guitarist Michael Bruce, bassist Dennis Dunaway, and drummer Neal Smith—all of whom helped define the sound and style of shock rock in the early 1970s.
The new project is produced by Bob Ezrin, who also worked with the group during its original heyday and is best known for his work on iconic albums such as School’s Out and Billion Dollar Babies. Guitarist Glen Buxton, who passed away in 1997, appears posthumously on one track, thanks to the inclusion of a long-lost demo.
The lead single, “Black Mamba,” features guest guitar work by Robby Krieger of The Doors and was followed by the track “Wild Ones” earlier this summer. Fans and critics have responded with enthusiasm to the vintage energy of the recordings, which blend the theatrical bravado of classic Alice Cooper with updated production and fresh songwriting. Tracks such as “Kill the Flies,” “Blood on the Sun,” and “See You on the Other Side” have already been singled out for praise on fan forums and music sites.
To mark the release, Cooper and the band appeared at a special event at Rough Trade East in London, where they held a Q&A and played selections from the album for a packed house. The record is available in multiple formats, including vinyl, CD, and limited-edition box sets, some of which include previously unreleased material and vintage artwork from the band’s early days.
The release of The Revenge of Alice Cooper also comes on the heels of several high-profile live performances, including a recent show in London where Johnny Depp joined Cooper on stage to pay tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne. The moment was symbolic for fans, many of whom see the album as a milestone not just for the Alice Cooper band, but for the history of rock and roll itself.
With this new album, Alice Cooper and his original bandmates have proven that after more than 50 years, their particular brand of theatrical, rebellious rock still has the power to shock, entertain, and endure.
