Alice Cooper, the legendary shock rock pioneer, is set to receive a distinguished honor: he will be among the 2025 inductees into the Radio Hall of Fame. This recognition celebrates Cooper‘s significant contributions not only as a musician but also as a long-standing radio personality who has influenced the industry across genres and generations.
Cooper is one of eleven individuals named to the 2025 class by the Museum of Broadcast Communications. These honorees will be celebrated at an in-person ceremony scheduled for Thursday, October 30th, at the Swissotel in Chicago. Tickets for the event are currently available for $595 per person, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Museum of Broadcast Communications.
The induction acknowledges Cooper‘s extensive career behind the microphone, notably as the host of his syndicated radio shows, “Nights With Alice Cooper” and “Alice’s Attic.” His move from performing on stage to presenting music on air was a natural progression, as he fondly recalled.
Alice Cooper commented on the honor: “Growing up in Detroit, the radio was always on — it shaped some of my most vivid memories from hearing The Beatles for the first time to the thrill of hearing my own songs on air. After years of listening to legendary deejays spin my music, I eventually joined them by launching my own syndicated show over 20 years ago. It’s been a blast ever since — sharing stories, spinning rock ‘n’ roll and now being honored by the Radio Hall Of Fame is truly the icing on the cake.”
Kraig Kitchin, co-chair of the Radio Hall Of Fame, expressed enthusiasm for the upcoming celebration: “Our 2025 induction ceremony and celebration will be a special, standing room only, event honoring the talents, history, and contributions of 11 incredible people. I cannot wait to celebrate the careers and impact of these men and women who’ve made a forever positive impact on the radio industry!”
Dennis Green, another co-chair, emphasized the lasting influence of the inductees: “It is an honor to induct another amazing class of talented individuals to the Radio Hall Of Fame that adds to the history of radio. These Radio Hall Of Famers have entertained us, informed us, and helped to bring special moments to our lives through a medium that does this better than any other. I look forward to welcoming this year’s inductees as we honor their legacies and share their stories which will serve as an inspiration for future generations to come.”
David Plier, chairman of the Museum of Broadcast Communications, highlighted the diversity and impact of the new class, as the induction ceremony makes its return to Chicago. “We’re thrilled to welcome this year’s class into the Radio Hall Of Fame — an extraordinarily talented and diverse group of broadcasters whose voices have informed, inspired, and entertained listeners across America. This year’s inductees reflect the depth, creativity, and cultural impact of radio across generations and formats. We’re especially excited to celebrate the class of 2025 as we bring the induction ceremony back to Chicago,” Plier stated.
