Cooper, Alice
Flush The Fashion
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1980 US original with printed inner sleeve. "Flush the Fashion" marks a distinctive phase in Alice Cooper's career, characterized by a sharp turn toward new wave and synth-driven rock. This album reflected the musical trends of the late 1970s and early 1980s, as Cooper collaborated with producer Roy Thomas Baker, known for his work with Queen and The Cars. The record is notably concise, featuring ten tracks clocking in at under thirty minutes, and demonstrates Cooper's willingness to experiment with styles outside the shock rock for which he had become famous. Songs like "Clones (We're All)" illustrate this shift, blending catchy melodies with electronic textures and dystopian themes, while maintaining Cooper’s dark, sardonic lyrical edge.

Historically, "Flush the Fashion" arrived at a turbulent time for Cooper, who was dealing with personal struggles, including substance abuse issues, that influenced the album's tone and production process. The record wasn't a commercial blockbuster, yet it managed to spawn modest hits and offered a glimpse into Cooper's adaptability as an artist. Over time, the album has gained a cult following among fans and is often viewed as a bold pivot that showcased his ability to reinvent himself. It serves as an artifact of its era, capturing both the anxieties of technological advancement and the restless spirit of musical experimentation that defined the period.