Cooper, Alice
Lace And Whiskey
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1977 White Label Original With Custom Inner Sleeve and insert. Alice Cooper’s "Lace and Whiskey," released in April 1977, represents a stylistic pivot in Cooper’s discography, blending his signature theatrical rock with cinematic and vaudeville influences. The album was recorded at Cherokee Studios and produced by Bob Ezrin, who previously helmed Cooper’s most acclaimed works. Drawing inspiration from film noir and detective fiction, Cooper adopted the persona of Maurice Escargot, a hard-drinking private eye, for both the music and album art. The record features the hit single "You and Me," which became a Top 10 Billboard chart success and showcases a softer side to Cooper’s repertoire. Side one bristles with genre experimentation, from the cabaret-infused "King of the Silver Screen" to the country-tinged "Ubangi Stomp," while side two returns to rock theatrics on tracks like "(No More) Love at Your Convenience." The album’s narrative structure and lush arrangements mark a creative departure from the shock rock of previous releases, reflecting Cooper’s willingness to explore new artistic territory. For vinyl collectors, "Lace and Whiskey" stands out for its unique cover design—a parody whiskey bottle—and its transitional place in Cooper’s career, offering both a snapshot of late-70s production and a testament to his inventive spirit.