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Arizona Theme Has Strong Presence In Ceremonies
(Scottsdale Tribune, 1998-04-01)
When it came to opening night, the Arizona Diamondbacks tried their best to maintain an Arizona theme. For starters they had 10 Arizona musicians sing the national anthem, including rock star Alice Cooper of Paradise Valley; Dave Mustaine, Phoenix resident and lead singer of Megadeth; Robin Wilson, Tempe resident and vocalist of the now-defunct Gin Blossoms; soul legend Sam Moore, Scottsdale resident and member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame; locals Margo Reed and Alice Tatum; Nils Lofgren, Scottsdale resident and guitarist for Bruce Springsteen; Rob Halford of Paradise Valley; Andy West, Phoenix resident and member of the Dixie Dregs; and Scottsdale resident Joni Sledge. According to the fans, they were a hit. "I like all the different artists being out there," said Peoria resident Paul McBride. "I've listened to most of them." ...
Alice's Restaurant
(Scottsdale Tribune, 1999-03-04)
Downtown Phoenix's newest eatery is named after the historic baseball hall of fame and legendary rock star Alice Cooper. If you've not guessed, the theme eatery teams up sports and music. If you and your team go for slow-smoked eats, better known as barbecue, take them to Cooper'stown. The barbecue is major-league. The menu: Alice's has American food, highlighting slow-cooked barbecue. Look for smoked ribs, pork, brisket, corned beef, chicken even meat loaf. Labeled Mega Death Meatloaf, it's a slab that's spent time in the smoker and served with garlic mashed spuds. The menu is an interesting read, featuring such dishes as Welcome to my Nightmare chili, The Big Unit hot dog and Ryne Sandburgers....