Alice Cooper Promises Three Things to Anyone Who Joins His Band

Not that many musicians would pass on the chance to back Alice Cooper, but the veteran rock showman sounds like a trustworthy employer. To wit, Cooper recently said that he makes three promises to anyone who joins his band.

Now, do you want the bad news or the good news first? Because, while the music legend is dependable when it comes to providing his bandmates’ compensation, he doesn’t hide that things might get a little rough-going. In fact, he guarantees it, as the singer recently told the Metal From the Inside podcast.

“I always tell the band … I can guarantee you three things,” Cooper explained. “You’re gonna get paid. You’re gonna see the world. You’re gonna get stitches. Everybody in that band has had stitches.” [via Ultimate Classic Rock]

As those familiar with the shock rocker’s shows are aware, Cooper’s theatrics are one reason his performances remain so strong, even over 50 years into his performing career. But with all the props and stage dressing required for an Alice Cooper gig, an accident or two is bound to occur.

“I’ve got switchblades, I’ve got swords, I’ve got everything up there,” Cooper added. “And I’m a little bit freewheeling. I don’t necessarily look to where everybody is. And every once in a while, they walk a little bit close and get nicked. And those are not rubber swords.”

Cooper’s had his share of stage accidents in the past. He’s broken multiple ribs and even stabbed himself in the leg during performances. He also infamously came close to hanging himself onstage.

Cooper’s latest studio effort, February’s Detroit Stories, pays tribute to the city where the singer got his start. In a press release for the album, the singer remembered his hometown as “the epicenter for angry hard rock. After not fitting in anywhere in the U.S. (musically or image-wise), Detroit was the only place that recognized the Alice Cooper guitar-driven, hard-rock sound. Detroit seemed to be a haven for outcasts. When they found out I was born in East Detroit … we were home.”

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