Backstage Secrets of the Gods

Keith Richards: The Shepard’s Pie Showdown
You’d think the human riff would prep for a stadium show with something exotic, but no, Keith Richards is famously obsessed with a humble Shepard’s Pie. However, there’s a catch that would make any roadie sweat: Keef must be the one to “break the crust.” Legend has it that if a hungry security guard or a cheeky bandmate scoops out a serving before the guitar god gets his fork in there, the show doesn’t start. He’s actually delayed concerts until a fresh, untouched pie was delivered. It’s not just dinner; it’s a sacred rock ‘n’ roll ritual.

Led Zeppelin: The High-Stakes Tea Party
While they had a reputation for being the wildest Vikings of the seventies, Robert Plant’s pre-show routine was surprisingly domestic. Before hitting the stage to wail “Whole Lotta Love,” Plant would reportedly sit backstage and iron his own shirts while sipping a hot cup of tea. He claimed it helped him find his center. Meanwhile, his partner-in-crime Jimmy Page would often be found in a dark corner, seemingly in a deep trance or practicing occult-inspired hand exercises to loosen up his fingers for those blistering solos. It was a bizarre mix of laundry day and black magic.

Alice Cooper: The Horror King’s Junk Food Fix
For a guy who gets beheaded by a guillotine every night, Alice Cooper’s actual routine is hilariously normal. Before he puts on the iconic black makeup and grabs his snakes, the godfather of shock rock spends his time backstage watching kung-fu movies and eating copious amounts of junk food, specifically Animal Crackers or Red Vines. He says the sugar rush and the mindless action flicks help him transform from a mild-mannered golfer into the world’s most famous stage villain. Talk about a sweet nightmare!