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School's Out

by Alice Cooper

Released: June 13, 1972

Hard rock, garage rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Breakthrough.

The Album

"School's Out" is the fifth studio album by the rock band Alice Cooper, released in 1972. The album represents a mix of hard rock and theatrical elements, which Alice Cooper is known for, showcasing a rebellious spirit that resonated with the youth of the era. The title track, "School's Out," became a significant anthem of teenage rebellion and freedom, capturing the excitement of the end of the school year.

Inside the Recording

The album was produced by Bob Ezrin, who was instrumental in shaping Alice Cooper’s signature sound.

Stories and details

Interesting Facts

It remains one of Alice Cooper's most well-known…

It remains one of Alice Cooper's most well-known and enduring songs, gaining widespread airplay and acclaim.

The packaging of the album was also unique…

The packaging of the album was also unique and inventive, featuring a design that opened like a school desk, complete with a pair of paper panties around the vinyl.

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Then

Reception

"School's Out" was both a critical and commercial success, reaching the top ten in the United States and the United Kingdom.

Now

Legacy

It helped to solidify Alice Cooper's position as a leading figure in rock music during the 1970s and contributed significantly to the band's ongoing legacy.

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The Complete Album Story

The title track, "School's Out," became a significant anthem of teenage rebellion and freedom, capturing the excitement of the end of the school year. It remains one of Alice Cooper's most well-known and enduring songs, gaining widespread airplay and acclaim.

The album was produced by Bob Ezrin, who was instrumental in shaping Alice Cooper’s signature sound. The packaging of the album was also unique and inventive, featuring a design that opened like a school desk, complete with a pair of paper panties around the vinyl.

"School's Out" was both a critical and commercial success, reaching the top ten in the United States and the United Kingdom. It helped to solidify Alice Cooper's position as a leading figure in rock music during the 1970s and contributed significantly to the band's ongoing legacy.