Members
Ace Frehleybackground vocals, guitar, original · 1973–1982- Gene Simmonsbass guitar, lead vocals, original · 1973–2023
Paul Stanleyguitar, lead vocals, original · 1973–2023
Peter Crissbackground vocals, drums (drum set), original, percussion · 1973–1980
Eric Carrbackground vocals, drums (drum set), percussion · 1980–1991
Vinnie Vincentbackground vocals, guitar · 1982–1984
Bruce Kulickbackground vocals, guitar · 1984–1996
Mark St. Johnguitar · 1984–1984
Eric Singerbackground vocals, drums (drum set), percussion · 1991–1996- Ace Frehleybackground vocals, guitar, original · 1996–2002
- Peter Crissbackground vocals, drums (drum set), percussion · 1996–2001
- Eric Singerbackground vocals, drums (drum set), percussion · 2001–2002
Tommy Thayerbackground vocals, guitar · 2002–2023- Peter Crissbackground vocals, drums (drum set), percussion · 2002–2004
- Eric Singerbackground vocals, drums (drum set), percussion · 2004–2023
KISS was formed in January 1973, emerging from the remnants of the band Wicked Lester.
Their self-titled debut album, "KISS," was released in 1974, marking the start of their successful career.
KISS was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, recognizing their significant impact on the music industry.
Biography
Formation
KISS was formed in January 1973 in New York City by Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss. The band emerged from the remnants of Wicked Lester, a previous project by Simmons and Stanley. After recruiting Criss through a classified ad, the trio solidified their lineup by adding Frehley, who impressed them during auditions. They began to develop their iconic image, characterized by face paint and elaborate costumes, which would become a hallmark of their performances.
Breakthrough and Lineup Changes
KISS quickly rose to fame in the mid-1970s, known for their theatrical live shows that included pyrotechnics and elaborate stage setups. Their self-titled debut album, "KISS," was released in 1974, followed by a string of successful albums including "Hotter Than Hell," "Dressed to Kill," and the landmark "Destroyer." The band underwent several lineup changes over the years, with Eric Carr replacing Criss in 1980, and later members including Vinnie Vincent, Mark St. John, Bruce Kulick, and Eric Singer joining the fold. The classic lineup of Stanley, Simmons, Frehley, and Criss reunited for a successful tour in the late 1990s, but the band continued to evolve with new members.
Legacy and Influence
KISS disbanded on December 2, 2023, leaving behind a legacy that transformed concert touring and merchandising in the music industry. Their innovative approach to live performances and extensive branding set a precedent for future rock bands. KISS has been recognized with numerous accolades, including induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Their influence spans generations, inspiring countless artists across various genres, solidifying their status as one of rock's most iconic bands.
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Discography
Monster2012
- 1.Hell or Hallelujah4:07
- 2.Wall of Sound2:56
- 3.Freak3:35
- 4.Back to the Stone Age3:01
- 5.Shout Mercy4:04
- 6.Long Way Down3:51
- 7.Eat Your Heart Out4:06
- 8.The Devil Is Me3:41
- 9.Outta This World4:29
- 10.All for the Love of Rock & Roll3:22
- 11.Take Me Down Below3:25
- 12.Last Chance3:06
Sonic Boom2009
- 1.Modern Day Delilah3:37
- 2.Russian Roulette4:34
- 3.Never Enough3:27
- 4.Yes I Know (Nobody’s Perfect)3:02
- 5.Stand4:51
- 6.Hot and Cold3:36
- 7.All for the Glory3:51
- 8.Danger Us4:22
- 9.I’m an Animal3:47
- 10.When Lightning Strikes3:44
- 11.Say Yeah4:29
Psycho Circus1998
- 1.Psycho Circus5:30
- 2.Within5:11
- 3.I Pledge Allegiance to the State of Rock & Roll3:33
- 4.Into the Void4:22
- 5.We Are One4:41
- 6.You Wanted the Best4:15
- 7.Raise Your Glasses4:16
- 8.I Finally Found My Way3:40
- 9.Dreamin’4:13
- 10.Journey of 1,000 Years4:52
- 11.In Your Face3:35
Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions1997
- 1.Hate4:38
- 2.Rain4:47
- 3.Master & Slave4:58
- 4.Childhood’s End4:21
- 5.I Will Be There3:49
- 6.Jungle6:50
- 7.In My Head4:01
- 8.It Never Goes Away5:42
- 9.Seduction of the Innocent5:16
- 10.I Confess5:23
- 11.In the Mirror4:26
- 12.I Walk Alone6:08
Revenge1992
- 1.Unholy3:40
- 2.Take It Off4:50
- 3.Tough Love3:44
- 4.Spit3:32
- 5.God Gave Rock ’n’ Roll to You II5:18
- 6.Domino4:01
- 7.Heart of Chrome4:02
- 8.Thou Shalt Not3:59
- 9.Every Time I Look at You4:38
- 10.Paralyzed4:14
- 11.I Just Wanna4:07
- 12.Carr Jam 19812:46
Hot in the Shade1989
- 1.Rise to It4:04
- 2.Betrayed3:40
- 3.Hide Your Heart4:26
- 4.Prisoner of Love3:45
- 5.Read My Body3:49
- 6.Love’s a Slap in the Face4:05
- 7.Forever3:53
- 8.Silver Spoon4:43
- 9.Cadillac Dreams3:48
- 10.King of Hearts4:27
- 11.The Street Giveth and the Street Taketh Away3:32
- 12.You Love Me to Hate You4:04
- 13.Somewhere Between Heaven and Hell3:49
- 14.Little Caesar3:12
- 15.Boomerang3:32
Crazy Nights1987
- 1.Crazy Crazy Nights3:48
- 2.I’ll Fight Hell to Hold You4:09
- 3.Bang Bang You3:53
- 4.No, No, No4:18
- 5.Hell or High Water3:27
- 6.My Way4:00
- 7.When Your Walls Come Down3:24
- 8.Reason to Live4:00
- 9.Good Girl Gone Bad4:35
- 10.Turn On the Night3:18
- 11.Thief in the Night4:07
Asylum1985
- 1.King of the Mountain4:17
- 2.Any Way You Slice It4:02
- 3.Who Wants to Be Lonely4:01
- 4.Trial by Fire3:25
- 5.I’m Alive3:43
- 6.Love’s a Deadly Weapon3:29
- 7.Tears Are Falling3:55
- 8.Secretly Cruel3:41
- 9.Radar for Love3:25
- 10.Uh! All Night3:43
Animalize1984
- 1.I’ve Had Enough (Into the Fire)3:50
- 2.Heaven’s on Fire3:18
- 3.Burn Bitch Burn4:38
- 4.Get All You Can Take3:42
- 5.Lonely Is the Hunter4:27
- 6.Under the Gun3:59
- 7.Thrills in the Night4:18
- 8.While the City Sleeps3:39
- 9.Murder in High‐Heels3:51
Lick It Up1983
- 1.Exciter4:10
- 2.Not for the Innocent4:32
- 3.Lick It Up3:59
- 4.Young and Wasted4:04
- 5.Gimme More3:41
- 6.All Hell’s Breakin’ Loose4:34
- 7.A Million to One4:17
- 8.Fits Like a Glove4:04
- 9.Dance All Over Your Face4:13
- 10.And on the 8th Day4:02
Creatures of the Night1982
- 1.Creatures of the Night4:01
- 2.Saint and Sinner4:50
- 3.Keep Me Comin’4:00
- 4.Rock and Roll Hell4:08
- 5.Danger3:55
- 6.I Love It Loud4:12
- 7.I Still Love You6:06
- 8.Killer3:19
- 9.War Machine4:13
Music From “The Elder”1981
- 1.The Oath4:32
- 2.Fanfare1:22
- 3.Just a Boy2:30
- 4.Dark Light4:12
- 5.Only You4:19
- 6.Under the Rose4:49
- 7.A World Without Heroes2:40
- 8.Mr. Blackwell4:53
- 9.Escape From the Island2:50
- 10.Odyssey5:36
- 11.I3:52
Unmasked1980
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Dynasty1979
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The Originals II1978
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Double Platinum1978
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The Best of Solo-Albums1978
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Love Gun1977
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Destroyer1976
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Rock and Roll Over1976
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The Originals1976
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Dressed to Kill1975
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KISS1974
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Hotter Than Hell1974
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Solos
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Also known as: Kiss - WorldWide Kiss Convention 1995, Kizz, キッス
Kiss was an American rock band formed in New York City in 1973 by Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss. Known for their face paint and stage outfits, the group rose to prominence in the mid-1970s with shock rock–style live performances that featured fire-breathing, blood-spitting, smoking guitars, shooting rockets, levitating drum kits and pyrotechnics. The band went through several lineup changes, starting with drummer Eric Carr replacing original drummer Peter Criss in 1980, with Stanley and Simmons remaining the only consistent members. The final lineup consisted of Stanley, Simmons, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer.
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