“Those who are excited by vice and bored by virtue have obviously not had enough of either one.” GK Chesterton.
“Be careful what you want, because you’re probably going to get it.” Somerset Maugham
Yeah, I know-what does theatrical rock star Alice Cooper have to do with jazz? Well, listen, my friend. What you’ve got here is a classic documentary of a guy who grew up in whitebread American in the 50s, wanted to be a rock star, became one, and ended up almost killing himself with the decadent lifestyle of booze and alcohol before returning back to the faith of his Christian family. Son of a preacher, Alice Cooper (real name Vincent Furnier) started the whole glam/theatrical rock scene, influencing scores of rock groups while also striking fear in millions of parents. The story of how he became a friend and peer to the likes of Janis Joplin, Jimmy Hendrix and Keith Moon without succumbing to their fate is a tale worth hearing, and should be given to anyone who wants to be famous. The fact that Cooper survived is a testament to the power of love, faith and God. Watch this as not only a warning, but also as an encouraging testimony of the power of Second Chances.
Films of his early days, of Iggy Pop, the MC5, Cooper with the likes of Johnny Carson as well as in concert at the Hollywood Bowl put the excesses of the 70s and 80s into perspective. There is some foul language, but this is 70s rock, after all. An E ticket ride, with a happy ending.
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