Alice Cooper (July 1, 1975) "Steve Hunter & Dick Wagner: The Guitars That Destroyed The Stars" + Original Band Update – Cream Magazine

Jul 1, 1975

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A substantial multi-page (over six pages) Cream magazine feature exploring Alice Cooper’s powerful new solo backing band, the exceptional guitar work of Steve Hunter and Dick Wagner, and updates on the original Alice Cooper Group members as Alice transitioned into his highly successful solo career.

THE STORY

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS

This extensive feature delves into Alice Cooper’s formidable new solo lineup, particularly praising the dynamic guitar partnership of Steve Hunter and Dick Wagner. It details their contributions to the live show and new material, while also providing updates on the original band members (Neal Smith, Glen Buxton, Dennis Dunaway, and Michael Bruce) and their post-split activities, offering a comprehensive look at this pivotal transitional period.

Publication: Cream Magazine Date: July 1975

Country: United States

Section: Major Multi-Page Feature / Band ProfileMulti-page spread with numerous black-and-white photos of the new band in action, the original lineup, Alice performing, and candid shots. Bold headlines such as “Steve Hunter & Dick Wagner: The Guitars That Destroyed The Stars” and “Neal & Glen & Dennis & Mike: Supergroup on Ice.” Dense, in-depth text columns across several pages. Classic 1975 Cream magazine design.

CONTEXT AND NOTES	FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
Published in the July 1975 issue of Cream, this major multi-page feature captures Alice Cooper at a key moment — successfully reinventing himself as a solo artist while his former bandmates pursued their own paths. It highlights the strength of his new musical collaborators and reflects on the legacy of the original Alice Cooper Group during the peak of his solo fame.	Event: Extensive multi-page band profile & update Era: 1975 (Solo career breakthrough) Tone: Insightful, appreciative, reflective Photography: Numerous action shots, group portraits, and candid images across the spread RELATED MATERIAL: For other related posts, see the tags at the foot of the page.

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