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Rock Pioneer, 77, Stuns Fans with Awesome Cover of '70s Classic

Rock Pioneer, 77, Stuns Fans with Awesome Cover of '70s Classic

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Rock Pioneer, 77, Stuns Fans with Awesome Cover of '70s Classic originally appeared on Parade.
One of the most important solo figures in rock music from the '70s is Alice Cooper. The rocker's horror inspired sound and aesthetic paved the way for metal music to begin to flourish, proving that horror had a space in the music world.
Being one of the most visually iconic musicians of the time, Cooper made a significant mark, with his performances becoming infamous.
Recently, a performance by Cooper has been getting a lot of attention, this time because of a particular song choice. In a super cool tribute to another '70s rock giant, Cooper covered "Another Brick In The Wall Part 2," one of Pink Floyd's biggest hits. Seeing as both acts are known for their crazy live shows, it's quite something to see Cooper taking a stab at a classic song like this. Check it out.
It's a super cool cover, and the "mashup we didn't know we needed" for sure. He brings his signature grit to the performance and really makes the song his own. Fans felt the same way, leaving lots of praise in the comments.
"I saw AC for the first time last fall and saw this mashup. Truthfully the best concert I've ever been to. PHENOMENAL PERFORMANCE!"
"Didn't know I need this 'til now!! 🙏🏻"
"Saw this live at my first concert ever! Lost my d--n mind this May!🔥"
"Seeing this performed live was absolutely an amazing experience."
It's always a delight when our favorite artists cover each other. Hopefully, we get to see more awesome covers from Alice Cooper in the future!🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox🎬
Rock Pioneer, 77, Stuns Fans with Awesome Cover of '70s Classic first appeared on Parade on Jul 1, 2025
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'Zombies 4' star Sway Bhatia brought out her alter ego of a sassy vampire for hit Disney movie

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