Rock icon Alice Cooper delivered a rare and electrifying treat at the 2025 edition of his annual Christmas Pudding charity event, reuniting with key members of the original Alice Cooper band for a performance that had longtime fans buzzing. Held in Phoenix, the beloved holiday benefit once again blended music, comedy, and philanthropy, but this year, the biggest gift came straight from the stage.
A Reunion Fans Have Been Waiting For
The classic Alice Cooper lineup—featuring guitarist Michael Bruce, bassist Dennis Dunaway, and drummer Neal Smith, joined Cooper for a surprise mini-set that instantly transported the audience back to the early ’70s. Known collectively as the group that defined shock rock and delivered era-defining albums like Love It to Death, Killer, School’s Out, and the chart-topping Billion Dollar Babies, the reunion marked one of their most significant public performances together in years.
While the band has appeared intermittently at select tour stops, award shows, and on Cooper’s Paranormal and Detroit Stories albums, seeing the group reunited in full force, especially in their hometown, was nothing short of historic.
Classic Songs, Classic Chemistry
The reunited lineup ripped through a handful of early classics, with Cooper’s unmistakable snarl and stage command perfectly complemented by the unmistakable groove of his original bandmates. Dunaway’s bass lines were as punchy and theatrical as ever, Michael Bruce’s rhythm and lead playing brought the unmistakable Alice Cooper sound roaring back, and Neal Smith’s heavy, creative drumming anchored the entire moment with vintage power.
Fans in attendance described the atmosphere as “electric,” “emotional,” and “like watching history come alive.” For younger fans, it was a live window into rock ’n’ roll’s formative years. For longtime supporters, it was a reunion of legends who changed the direction of hard rock and theatrical performance forever.
A Night For A Cause
Christmas Pudding, which Cooper launched over two decades ago, raises funds for Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock Teen Centers, providing free music, art, and vocational programs for young people in Arizona. Alongside the Cooper reunion, the event included guest performances, comedy bits, celebrity appearances, and the kind of holiday chaos only Alice Cooper could pull off.
This year’s fundraiser was already set to be one of the biggest yet, but the reunion elevated it to an unforgettable celebration of both legacy and community.
A Legacy That Still Hits Hard
Even after more than 50 years, the impact of the original Alice Cooper band remains untouchable. Their reunion at the 2025 Christmas Pudding wasn’t just a nostalgic moment, it was a testament to the enduring bond and musical firepower that launched Alice Cooper into rock superstardom.
With the performance now circulating online, fans worldwide are reliving the magic, proving once again that the original Alice Cooper band isn’t just part of rock history, they are rock history.
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