KISS’ Gene Simmons recently made headlines after claiming “hip-hop does not belong in the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame.” However, amid his rant, he stirred up controversy after saying rap is “not [his] music,” because he doesn’t “come from the ghetto.” Some found the “ghetto” statement to be racist, but the musician has since…
During an appearance on the Legends N Leaders Podcast, Gene Simmons (KISS) doubled down on his comments regarding rap artists in the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame. According to him, “hip-hop does not belong” in the institution. Simmons said the following: “Well, there’s ‘popular’ and then there are words like ‘relevance’. Who determines relevance?…
On February 3, comedian Dean Delray hosted his final Bon Scott (AC/DC) tribute show at the Avalon in Hollywood, CA. The set found him joined by Gene Simmons (KISS), Josh Homme (Queens Of The Stone Age), Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Steve Gorman (ex-The Black Crowes), Larry “Ler” LaLlonde (Primus), Billy Rowe (Buckcherry), Mike…
KISS’ music video for “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” has surpassed one billion views on YouTube. That track appears on the band’s 1979 album “Dynasty.” The group commented on the milestone: “The numbers speak for themselves. This one still dominates. IWMFLY baby!!”
Stanley Simmons, the project featuring Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons, the sons of KISS’ Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, have premiered a new video for their song “Body Down.” You can watch that below:
KISS’ Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons are among the artists set to be inducted into the Songwriters Hall Of Fame this year. The ceremony will take place at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York on June 11. The other artists set to be inducted this year include: Walter Afanasieff, Terry Britten, Graham Lyle, Kenny…
Former KISS drummer/vocalist Peter Criss has denied claims suggesting he was charging $1,000 for digital copies of his new self-titled solo album. Flatiron Recordings set that price on Bandcamp to discourage digital sales. Criss said the following: “Hello KISS Army! Bandcamp had become an issue and I had requested Flatiron Recordings to disable the account…
Former KISS guitarist Vinnie Vincent has announced a new limited edition CD single titled “Ride The Serpent.” Pre-orders can be found HERE. Vincent shared more information on the release: “‘JUDGMENT DAY GUITARMAGEDDON’ IS FINISHED. It’s been a long time in the making. I am very proud of this work and hope you enjoy it as…
Comedian Dean Delray will be celebrating his 60th birthday by paying tribute to the late great Bon Scott (AC/DC) during a special show at the Avalon in Hollywood, CA on February 3. The concert will find him joined by the following: Jake E. Lee (Red Dragon Cartel, ex-Ozzy Osbourne), Josh Homme (Queens Of The Stone…
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