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Alice Cooper Knows Who He Wants To Play Him In Movie

The latest trend in entertainment are rock biopics, and we’re cool with that. Motley Crue’s film memoir will be released next month on Netflix, Bohemian Rhapsody is currently nominated for five Oscars. and a film based on Elton John, Rocketman will be released this May.

So, everyone wants in…including Alice Cooper.

When talking to NME about the idea of his life becoming a movie, he said: “I think it’s natural. I mean, there’s so many good tales in the Alice Cooper story. We were the band nobody liked. We were the band that never had a chance to make it. Not only did we make it but I’m still doing it 50 years later, and I think the show’s better now that it was then. But the fact we were the biggest underdog of all time to actually make it commercially in this business and keep it going – that story right there is amazing.”

Alice Cooper was asked who he’d want to portray him in the movie of his life. His answer: Hollywood Vampires co-member, Johnny Depp. I can see it!

If this movie actually gets made, will we know the full story behind the infamous chicken incident?

AJ’s Car of the Day: 1963 Plymouth Fury 2-Door Hardtop

Car: Plymouth Fury 2-Door Hardtop

Year: 1963

What makes it special: The Fury was produced by Plymouth from 1955 to 1989. It was introduced for the 1956 model year as a sub-series of the Plymouth Belvedere, becoming a separate series one level above the contemporary Belvedere for 1959. The Fury was a full-size car from 1959 to 1961, then a mid-size car from 1962 to 1964, again a full-size car from 1965 to 1974, and again a mid-size car from 1975 to 1978.

What made it famous: Chrysler had a new styling chief, Elwood Engel, just recruited from Ford, and his efforts produced nice, face-lifted 1963 cars that helped Plymouth reclaim fourth again. A conservative restyle graced the Plymouth Fury for 1963, with four headlights and vertical front fender lines. The top of the line at Plymouth was the Sport Fury, which returned from as a convertible and hardtop coupe with standard all-vinyl bucket-seat interior and huge performance potential. Unlike regular Fury’s, the Sport Fury’s had a standard V8 in the form of a mild 230-horsepower 318, a 265-bhp 361,a 383 ci 330 hp “Golden Commando,” and on to the newly enlarged 426 big-blocks packing up to 425 hp with the “ram induction.”

Why I would want one: I absolutely adore the style of this car.

Fun fact: The word “Fury” denotes a type of anger, inspired by the Furies, mythological creatures in Ancient Greek and Ancient Roman mythology.

WATCH: Chaz & AJ Go Kart 500

The track at MONZA World Class Karting at Foxwoods was awesome! Always a blast racing at the Go Kart 500! 🏎

AJ’s Car of the Day: 1963 Oldsmobile Cutlass F-85 Convertible

Car: Oldsmobile Cutlass F-85 Convertible

Year: 1963

What makes it special: Cutlass was produced by General Motors‘ Oldsmobile division between 1961 and 1999. At its introduction, the Cutlass was Oldsmobile’s smallest model; it began as a unibody compact car, but saw its greatest success as a body-on-frame intermediate. Introduced as the top trim level in Oldsmobile’s compact F-85 line, the Cutlass evolved into a distinct series of its own, spawning numerous variants, including the formidable 4-4-2 muscle car in 1964, premium Cutlass Supreme in 1966, and outright performance Hurst/Olds in 1968, as well as the Vista Cruiser station wagon.

What made it famous: The F-85 was restyled for the 1963 model year, to a crisper, more squared off design than the one of the 1961–62 models. While the wheelbase was unchanged at 112 inches, the new bodywork added 4 inches to the F-85’s rear overhang, increasing overall length to 192.2 inches. Three-row seating was dropped on station wagons. The 215 Jetfire V8 and its turbocharged V8 returned, for what would be its final year. On automatic transmission models only, the compression ratio of the Cutlass engine was raised to 10.75:1, pushing output to 185 hp at 4,800 rpm and 235 lb⋅ft at 3,200 rpm.

Why I would want one: Actually, had one. The car pictured was my own.

Fun fact: Oldsmobile first used the Cutlass name on an experimental sports coupe designed in 1954. It rode a 110 in wheelbase, and featured a dramatic fastback roofline and stock V8. Its platform was similar to the compact F-85 introduced seven years later.

Mike’s Record Review: Chicago’s Self-Titled Album

Chicago’s self-titled album, back when they were Chicago Transit Authority, was very ambitious for 1969. All those horns! How would you rank it?

Mötley Crüe Release Trailer To Film Version Of Their Memoir

On March 22nd, you’ll be able to watch The Dirt on Netflix, which is Motley Crue’s film version of their memoir.

Yesterday, bassist Nikki Sixx tweeted out the trailer which highlights major “dirt” in the band’s history, like the crash that killed their drummer, drug overdoses, a celeb marriage and lots of makeup.

Check out the trailer:

AJ’s Car of the Day: 1965 Volvo 1800S

Car: Volvo 1800S

Year: 1965

What makes it special: Volvo’s P1800 was a 2+2, front-engine, rear-drive sports car manufactured and marketed between 1961-1973. Originally a coupe from 1961–1971, it was altered into a shooting-brake for the duration of its production. Styling was by Pelle Petterson under the tutelage of Pietro Frua when Frua’s studio was a subsidiary of the prestigious Italian Carrozzeria-Ghia, and mechanicals derived from Volvo’s dependable Amazon/122 series.

What made it famous: Marketed as a stylish touring car rather than a sports car, the P1800 became widely known when driven by future James Bond actor Roger Moore in the hit television series “The Saint” which aired from 1962-1969. In 1963 production was moved to Volvo’s Lundby Plant in Gothenburg and the car’s name was changed to 1800S, with S standing for Sweden. The engine was the B18, with B for the Swedish word for gasoline: Bensin, 18 for 1800 cc displacement with dual SU carburetors, producing 100 hp. This variant named B18B had a higher compression ratio than the slightly less powerful twin-carb B18D used in the contemporary Amazon 122S, as well as a different camshaft. In 1966 the four-cylinder engine was updated to 115 bhp. Top speed was 109 mph. In 1969 the B18 engine was replaced with the 2-litre B20B variant of the B20 giving 118 bhp, though it kept the designation 1800S.

Why I would want one: I have love the sporty styling with the almost pony car look of the long nose/short truck style of the 1800 series.

Fun fact: In 1998, an 1800S was certified as the highest mileage private vehicle driven by the original owner in non-commercial service, having exceeded three million miles as of 2013.

Chaz & AJ Go Kart 500 at Monza World Class Karting at Foxwoods

What a great time at the Chaz & AJ Go Kart 500 at Monza World Class Karting at Foxwoods! What an awesome place, put it on your list to check it out!

AJ’s Car ( Or in this case, truck ) of the Day: 1953 Dodge Power Wagon

Car ( Or in this case, truck ): Dodge Power Wagon

Year: 1953

What makes it special: The Dodge Power Wagon is a four wheel drive medium duty truck that was produced in various model series from 1945 to 1981, then as a nameplate for the Dodge Ram from 2005 to 2013, and, most recently ‘13-present, as an individual model marketed by Ram Trucks. It was developed as the WDX truck, and until about 1960 it was internally known by its engineering code T137 – a name still used for the original series by enthusiasts. The original civilian version, commonly called the “flat fender” Power Wagon or FFPW, was mechanically based on Dodge’s 3/4-ton WC series of World War II military trucks. The Power Wagon was the first mass-produced 4×4 medium duty truck, and represents a significant predecessor to the many modern four wheel drive trucks in use today. Updated variants continued in production until 1964.

What made it famous: Meant to compete with military-based Ford/Marmon-Herrington and GMC trucks, it had an enclosed all-weather civilian cab and a purpose-designed 8-foot cargo box. It had a 126 inch up to a 147″ wheelbase chassis and featured the 230 cubic-inch flathead inline-six engine, a 4-speed manual transmission, a two-speed 1.96-1 ratio low range transfer case for part time 4-wheel drive with a power take off, or PTO which would send power front or rear for operating auxiliary equipment, and 9.00/16-8 ply tires on 16×6.50 inch 5-stud split ring steel rims. In 1961 the 230 was replaced with the 251 cubic-inch flat head six.

Why I would want one: This to me is the ultimate four-wheel- drive truck. It has the clearance and gearing to go just about anywhere. It’s a kickass off-road vehicle.

Fun fact: Following Chrysler Corporation policy of badge engineering to provide a greater number of sales outlets overseas, Power Wagons were also marketed around the world under the Fargo and De Soto badges.