Artist page · 05/07/2026

Alice Cooper

DetroitBorn in 1948HARD ROCK20 vinyl albums
Alice Cooper, born February 4, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, is a pioneering American hard rock singer and songwriter. His career spans over fifty years, known for shock rock theatrics and blending rock styles including glam, heavy metal, and psychedelic.
20Albums on Vinyles.com
5360Discogs releases
2.2MLast.fm listeners

About

Alice Cooper, Five decades of theatrical hard rock, from Detroit to worldwide stages.

32 vinyl records spanning hard rock, shock rock, and heavy metal — original pressings and audiophile editions available.

Alice Cooper emerged from Detroit's rock scene in the late 1960s, initially as a band and later a solo artist from 1975 onward. His live performances incorporate theatrical elements like guillotines, electric chairs, and theatrical props inspired by horror films and vaudeville. Over more than five decades, Cooper's musical style evolved through various phases including classic rock, glam metal, new wave, and industrial metal. His catalog includes 32 vinyl records featuring studio, live albums, and compilations across multiple rock subgenres.

Vinyl collectors find diverse releases from original pressing LPs to audiophile 180g editions, with recent titles like "Detroit Stories" presenting his roots in hard rock.

Discography

Alice Cooper — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Welcome To My Nightmare Live At The Forum, Los Angeles, 6/17/75Rhino Records · 2025
2025
Welcome To My Nightmare Live At The Forum, Los Angeles, 6/17/75
Vinyl, LP, Album, Record Store Day, Limited Edition
Live
RoadEar Music · 2023
2023
Road
CD, Album, Blu-ray
Studio
Detroit StoriesEar Music · 2021
2021
Detroit Stories
CD, Album, Stereo
Studio
Live At The Apollo Theatre, Glasgow // 19.02.82Rhino Records · 2020
2020
Live At The Apollo Theatre, Glasgow // 19.02.82
Vinyl, LP, Album, Record Store Day, Limited Edition
Live
A Paranormal Evening With Alice Cooper At The Olympia ParisEar Music · 2018
2018
A Paranormal Evening With Alice Cooper At The Olympia Paris
CD, Album
Studio
ParanormalEar Music · 2017
2017
Paranormal
CD, Album, All Media
Studio
Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here SymphonicDecca · 2016
2016
Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here Symphonic
CD, Album
Studio
Peter and The Wolf In HollywoodGiants Are Small · 2015
2015
Peter and The Wolf In Hollywood
CD, Album
Studio
Raise The Dead - Live From WackenAlive Records · 2014
2014
Raise The Dead - Live From Wacken
CD, Album, DVD
Studio
No More Mr. Nice Guy Live! (Alexandra Palace - 29/10/11)Concert Live · 2011
2011
No More Mr. Nice Guy Live! (Alexandra Palace - 29/10/11)
CD, Album, CD-ROM
Studio
Welcome 2 My NightmareUMe · 2011
2011
Welcome 2 My Nightmare
CD, Album
Studio
Theatre Of Death - Live At Hammersmith 2009Bigger Picture · 2010
2010
Theatre Of Death - Live At Hammersmith 2009
DVD, Multichannel, Stereo, CD, Album
Live
Along Came A SpiderSteamhammer · 2008
2008
Along Came A Spider
CD, Album
Studio
Dirty DiamondsSpitfire Records · 2005
2005
Dirty Diamonds
CD, Album
Studio
The Eyes Of Alice CooperSpitfire Records · 2003
2003
The Eyes Of Alice Cooper
CD, Album
Studio
DragontownEagle Records · 2001
2001
Dragontown
CD, Album
Studio
Brutal PlanetEagle Records · 2000
2000
Brutal Planet
CD, Album, Enhanced
Studio
A Fistful Of AliceGuardian Records · 1997
1997
A Fistful Of Alice
CD, Album
Studio
The Last TemptationEpic · 1994
1994
The Last Temptation
CD, Album
Studio
TrashEpic · 1989
1989
Trash
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Raise Your Fist And YellMCA Records · 1987
1987
Raise Your Fist And Yell
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
ConstrictorMCA Records · 1986
1986
Constrictor
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
DaDaWarner Bros. Records · 1983
1983
DaDa
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Zipper Catches SkinWarner Bros. Records · 1982
1982
Zipper Catches Skin
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Special ForcesWarner Bros. Records · 1981
1981
Special Forces
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Flush The FashionWarner Bros. Records · 1980
1980
Flush The Fashion
Vinyl, LP, Album, Club Edition
Studio
From The InsideWarner Bros. Records · 1978
1978
From The Inside
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Lace And WhiskeyWarner Bros. Records · 1977
1977
Lace And Whiskey
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
The Alice Cooper ShowWarner Bros. Records · 1977
1977
The Alice Cooper Show
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Alice Cooper Goes To HellWarner Bros. Records · 1976
1976
Alice Cooper Goes To Hell
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Welcome To My NightmareAtlantic · 1975
1975
Welcome To My Nightmare
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Hey StoopidEpic ·
Hey Stoopid
CD, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Alice Cooper's career.

01
Poison
·
02
School's Out
·
03
No More Mr. Nice Guy
·
04
I'm Eighteen
·
05
Feed My Frankenstein
Feed My Frankenstein
Hey Stoopid ·
06
Billion Dollar Babies
·
07
Under My Wheels
·
08
Hey Stoopid
Hey Stoopid
Hey Stoopid ·

The essentials

The 3 Alice Cooper albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 2021
12", 45 RPM, Album, Stereo
Detroit Stories

A recent studio album celebrating Cooper's Detroit origins, blending classic hard rock with modern production. Multiple vinyl pressings including original and limited editions.

15 tracksEar Music labelReleased 2021Multiple vinyl versions
#2 · 2008
LP, Album
Along Came A Spider

Hard rock and horror rock themes with a concept album feel. Notable for its vinyl editions including original German and European reissues.

11 tracksSteamhammer labelOriginal 2008 pressingLimited reissue editions
#3 · 2005
LP, Album
Dirty Diamonds

A hard rock/heavy metal album with multiple vinyl releases including test pressings and limited editions from Italy, highly sought by collectors.

14 tracksNight Of The Vinyl Dead RecordsTest pressing availableReleased 2005

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Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Detroit Stories
Master release · 12" · 2021
Market position i
19,76 €
Min price 11 €Max price 24 €
Average price 19,76 €
Only 191 copies for sale on Discogs
41 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Along Came A Spider
Master release · LP · 2008
Market position i
95,62 €
Min price 39 €Max price 152 €
Average price 95,62 €
Only 32 copies for sale on Discogs
56 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Dirty Diamonds
Master release · LP · 2005
Market position i
44,09 €
Min price 16 €Max price 165 €
Average price 44,09 €
Only 36 copies for sale on Discogs
97 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Dragontown
Master release · LP · 2001
Market position i
44,09 €
Min price 35 €Max price 168 €
Average price 44,09 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
77 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Brutal Planet
Master release · LP · 2000
Market position i
141,44 €
Min price 26 €Max price 399 €
Average price 141,44 €
Only 15 copies for sale on Discogs
95 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Hey Stoopid
Master release · LP
Market position i
47,09 €
Min price 20 €Max price 70 €
Average price 47,09 €
Only 26 copies for sale on Discogs
158 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Along Came A SpiderLP, 45 RPM, Album, Reissue
Ear Music Europe · 2026 0219049EMU 🔥 Standard edition
56 want · 322 have · ratio 0,2
38,99 €
Detroit Stories12", 45 RPM, Album, Limited Edition
Ear Music Germany · 2021 0215400EMU 🔥 Standard edition
41 want · 326 have · ratio 0,1
17,52 €
Detroit Stories12", 45 RPM, Album, Stereo
Ear Music UK, Europe & US · 2021 0215400EMU Original pressing
41 want · 326 have · ratio 0,1
11,31 €
DragontownLP, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Test Pressing
Night Of The Vinyl Dead Records Italy · 2011 NIGHT TEST 🔥 Standard edition
77 want · 1 287 have · ratio 0,1
DragontownLP, Album
Back On Black UK · 2011 RCV059LP Original pressing
77 want · 1 287 have · ratio 0,1
44,09 €
Dirty DiamondsLP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Night Of The Vinyl Dead Records Italy · 2010 Night 090 🔥 Standard edition
97 want · 1 368 have · ratio 0,1
165,00 €
Dirty DiamondsLP, Album, Test Pressing
Night Of The Vinyl Dead Records Italy · 2010 NIGHT TEST Original pressing
97 want · 1 368 have · ratio 0,1
Along Came A SpiderLP, Album
Steamhammer Germany · 2008 SPV 90601 LP, SPV 90601 CD Ltd. Original pressing
56 want · 322 have · ratio 0,2
152,25 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Alice Cooper

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

I looked to horror films and vaudeville to create my shock rock stage theatrics.
— Alice Cooper
01Recording

Recording of Detroit Stories

Detroit Stories was released in 2021, recorded as a 12" 45 RPM vinyl album with 15 tracks that reflect Cooper's Detroit roots, issued on Ear Music with several pressings including UK & Europe originals.

2021Detroit
02Vinyl Pressing

Along Came A Spider German Original

The 2008 Steamhammer LP of Along Came A Spider from Germany is an original pressing valued highly by collectors, with a catalog number SPV 90601 LP, accompanied by a European reissue on Ear Music at 45 RPM.

2008Germany
03Live Performance

Welcome To My Nightmare Live At The Forum

The 2025 limited edition Live At The Forum release captures a 1975 Los Angeles performance, issued on vinyl as a Record Store Day LP, notable for its stereo sound and collectible status.

2025Los Angeles
04Collaborations

Guest Musicians on Hey Stoopid

The 2017 Music On Vinyl 180g audiophile vinyl of Hey Stoopid features collaborations with Slash, Ozzy Osbourne, Steve Vai, Joe Satriani, and Nikki Sixx, adding star power to this hard rock album.

2017Various

Records by Alice Cooper

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FAQ

FAQ: Alice Cooper on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genres does Alice Cooper's vinyl catalog cover?

Alice Cooper's vinyl releases cover hard rock, shock rock, glam rock, heavy metal, psychedelic, and classic rock styles from 1969 to recent years.

Which Alice Cooper vinyl albums are considered essential for collectors?

Key vinyl albums include Detroit Stories (2021), Along Came A Spider (2008), and Dirty Diamonds (2005), noted for their collectible pressings and musical significance.

Are there special vinyl pressings for Alice Cooper's albums?

Yes, there are audiophile 180g pressings, test pressings, limited editions, and colored vinyl releases, particularly for titles like Hey Stoopid and Dirty Diamonds.

How can I spot an original Alice Cooper vinyl pressing?

Look for original label details, catalog numbers, release year, and country of release. Pressings on labels like Ear Music and Steamhammer are common for key titles.

What are some live Alice Cooper vinyl recordings available?

Live recordings include A Paranormal Evening at the Olympia (2018), Greatest Hits Live Radio Broadcast 1971/1995, and Live at The Forum recorded in 1975, issued on vinyl in various editions.

Are Alice Cooper vinyl records available in France?

Yes, many Alice Cooper vinyl records are available in France through labels like Verycords and Music On Vinyl, including recent releases and reissues.

What should I expect in terms of price range for Alice Cooper vinyl?

Prices vary widely, with some rarities reaching over 150 euros for original or limited pressings, while more common editions can be found between 10 and 50 euros.

Which Alice Cooper songs are most popular on vinyl?

Popular songs include Poison, School's Out, No More Mr. Nice Guy, and Feed My Frankenstein, often found on greatest hits compilations and classic albums.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026