Evolution of Shock Rock: From Screamin’ Jay to Alice Cooper and beyond
The nickname “Godfather of Shock Rock” is frequently given to Alice Cooper, but the roots of shock rock can be found in earlier artists too, such as Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. While Alice Cooper may seem like a suitable pick for this title, it’s important to delve into why he’s so renowned as the “Shock Rock” leader and consider other potential candidates (as well as “shock rock icons,” both male and female).