Artist Spotlight

Kiss

hard rock · 1975–1990

Kiss is an American hard rock band that originated in the United States in 1973, featuring members Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss. Known for their theatrical performances and signature face paint, they brought shock rock to the mainstream with shows filled with fire-breathing, blood-spitting, and explosive visuals. Over the years, the lineup shifted, but Stanley and Simmons remained at the helm. Their catalog includes enduring anthems like "Rock And Roll All Nite," "I Was Made for Lovin' You," "Forever," and "Detroit Rock City," each a staple of hard rock and glam metal that still echoes in the halls of music history.

The facts

Formed 1973
United States
hard rock, heavy metal music, shock rock
On Mercury Records, Casablanca Records, Sanctuary Records
Members: Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Eric Singer, Tommy Thayer, Ace Frehley, Peter Criss