The master of shock rock, Alice Cooper, brought his legendary horror-themed theatrics to the Sunset Stage at the 2017 edition of Rock in Rio. Filmed in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, this performance captures the enduring power of Cooper's stagecraft, which has captivated and scandalized audiences for decades. Backed by a powerhouse band, including the formidable guitarist Nita Strauss, Cooper delivered a set that was both a celebration of his greatest hits and a masterclass in live entertainment. The massive Brazilian crowd was treated to a spectacle filled with guillotines, monsters, and the artist's signature sinister charm.
The setlist was a journey through Cooper's iconic catalog, featuring classics like 'No More Mr. Nice Guy,' 'Under My Wheels,' and the anthemic 'Poison.' The show reached a fever pitch during the encore, which featured a truly special collaboration. Cooper was joined on stage by the legendary Arthur Brown, the 'God of Hellfire' himself, for a blistering performance of Brown's 1968 hit 'Fire.' The finale was an all-star affair, as both Brown and Aerosmith's Joe Perry joined in for a raucous rendition of 'School's Out,' which famously included a snippet of Pink Floyd's 'Another Brick in the Wall Part 2.' This performance was a highlight of the festival, a testament to Cooper's status as an unparalleled showman.