Alice Cooper (September 20, 1975) – “Night of the Coopertroopers” Concert Review – New Musical Express
This New Musical Express advertisement from September 20 1980 promotes This New Musical Express article from September 20 1975, written by Kate Phillips with photographs by Kate Simon, reviews Alice Cooper’s live performance at Wembley. The piece, titled “Night of the Coopertroopers,” captures the theatrical spectacle and dark humor of Cooper’s mid‑1970s stage show.
Publication: New Musical Express Date: September 20 1975 Country: United Kingdom
The review opens with a lively, conversational tone—“You missed it? You missed Alice’s new show?”—inviting readers into the chaos of Cooper’s latest British concert.
Phillips describes the audience’s anticipation and the gothic atmosphere that defined the evening. The performance featured elaborate props, dramatic lighting, and Cooper’s signature blend of horror and satire.
Photographs show Cooper in full theatrical mode: wielding a microphone amid skulls and stage smoke, interacting with mannequins, and striking defiant poses in torn attire.
The article praises his ability to merge shock rock with humor, noting how the show balanced grotesque imagery with entertainment value. Cooper’s band is described as tight and powerful, driving the spectacle with precision.
CONTEXT AND NOTES By 1975, Alice Cooper had solidified his reputation as rock’s master of macabre theater.
The Wembley performance came during his Welcome to My Nightmare era, when his stage productions reached cinematic scale.
This review reflects British fascination with Cooper’s artistry—equal parts horror, vaudeville, and rock concert—and highlights how his influence extended beyond music into performance art.
FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Alice Cooper live at Wembley Arena Era: 1975 – Welcome to My Nightmare Tour Tone: Energetic and descriptive Photography: Three black‑and‑white images of Alice Cooper performing on stage with dramatic lighting and props
WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS - Full‑page concert review of Alice Cooper’s Wembley show - Quotes and commentary on his stage antics and audience reaction - Photographs capturing the visual intensity of the performance
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