Today we remember GLEN BUXTON, lead-guitarist for the original ALICE COOPER group

Published October 19 2023 at 09:48

R.I.P. Glen Edward Buxton (November 10, 1947 - October 19, 1997)

Glen Buxton, the enigmatic guitarist of the Alice Cooper Group, was a pivotal figure in the world of rock music during the 1970s.

Born on November 10, 1947, in Akron, Ohio, Buxton's contributions to the band's unique sound and stage presence played an integral role in shaping the shock rock genre and cementing Alice Cooper as a legendary act.

Buxton's journey in the Alice Cooper Group began in the 1960s when he joined forces with Vincent Furnier, who later adopted the stage name Alice Cooper. Buxton's guitar work, characterized by its bluesy, hard-rock edge, added a distinctive and compelling dimension to the band's music. The Alice Cooper Group's success can be largely attributed to Buxton's remarkable guitar skills, which intertwined seamlessly with the theatricality and shock value of their stage performances.

Buxton's on-stage persona was as unique as his playing, donning eccentric costumes and make-up that contributed to the band's larger-than-life image. His collaboration with fellow guitarist Michael Bruce created a dynamic and influential dual-guitar sound that was ahead of its time.

Tragically, Glen Buxton's life was cut short when he passed away on October 19, 1997 from complications of pneumonia, but his legacy lives on in the music of the Alice Cooper Group. His guitar riffs and stage theatrics continue to inspire generations of rock musicians, and his contributions to the band remain an enduring part of rock and roll history.

In 2011, Buxton was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the original Alice Cooper band.

Watch Alice Cooper group members interviewed after Glen's funeral in 1997: