Alice Cooper reveals upcoming autobiography and UK speaking tour
Alice Cooper, the legendary American rock star and frontman of the Alice Cooper Band, has exciting plans for this autumn. With the release of his new autobiography titled Devil On My Shoulder, Cooper is set to take his UK fans on a journey through his illustrious six-decade career, exploring the highs and lows of his life in music. Published by Ebury Spotlight, the memoir promises to offer a rare glimpse into one of the most iconic lives in the music industry.
Vincent Furnier, known to the world as Alice Cooper, first rose to fame as part of the Alice Cooper Band back in 1968. The band achieved massive success with hits such as School’s Out, Elected, Hello Hurray, and No More Mr. Nice Guy. However, after the band disbanded in 1974, Cooper continued his career as a solo artist under the name Alice Cooper, transitioning from hard rock to a heavier metal sound.
The new autobiography delves into the dual nature of Alice Cooper, separating the man behind the persona from the larger-than-life character presented on stage. It explores the complex relationship between the two entities, revealing how they became intertwined to the point of nearly destroying each other. The book also promises intriguing anecdotes about encounters with music legends like Jimi Hendrix and John Lennon.
In a statement, Cooper reflects on his transformative journey, admitting to the challenges of keeping his real identity separate from his stage persona. He acknowledges the dangers of losing oneself in the allure of fame, sharing personal insights into the struggles he faced in reconciling the two conflicting identities.
Looking back on his storied career, Cooper muses on the blurred lines between reality and illusion that have defined his life as a rock star. With over 30 albums and six decades of musical escapades under his belt, he believes it is time to set the record straight, separating truth from fiction in a world filled with myths and half-truths.
To celebrate the release of his autobiography, Alice Cooper will be hitting the road for a UK speaking tour, set to begin on October 11. The tour will span across cities like Cardiff, Cambridge, London, Brighton, Manchester, Stockton, and Glasgow, before wrapping up in Wolverhampton on October 20. Cooper will engage in candid conversations with a guest moderator during these events, offering fans a chance to participate in a Q&A session.
As fans eagerly await the release of Devil On My Shoulder and the start of Alice Cooper’s speaking tour, it’s clear that the rock legend’s enduring legacy and captivating storytelling will continue to captivate audiences for years to come.