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Mike McCready stole his Alive solo from Kiss – but Ace Frehley had already stolen it from another legendary classic rock band
By Phil Weller published
The revelation comes from Gene Simmons, who sees no problem in bands taking inspiration – and lifting ideas – from others

Mick Rogers recalls Kiss supporting Manfred Mann's Earth Band in their early days
By Janelle Borg published
Kiss opened for Manfred Mann's Earth Band back in 1974, hot on the heels of their self-titled debut album

“You can set up amplifiers and drums to your heart’s content”: Gene Simmons defends paid roadie scheme
By Jenna Scaramanga published
The Kiss bassist says those who pay $12k to roadie for him can do “whatever floats your boat”

Kiss announces unmasked Vegas show with former guitarist Bruce Kulick, as Gene Simmons postpones 17 solo dates
By Phil Weller published
November’s set will mark the 50th anniversary of their Kiss Army fan club and see Bruce Kulick reunite with the band after they snubbed the guitarist during their farewell tour

Ace Frehley sets the record straight on his multiple departures from Kiss
By Janelle Borg published
Frehley has dispelled the decades-long rumors that he was fired from the legendary band

Gene Simmons is offering fans the chance to be his personal assistant and roadie for a day… for $12,495
By Phil Weller published
Duties/benefits include hauling gear and having lunch with the Kiss bassist

The moment Tommy Thayer knew he would be officially joining Kiss
By Phil Weller published
The band’s longest-serving Spaceman opens up on his history with the glam rock legends – and the moment he became their official guitarist

Ace Frehley interrupted the band when he auditioned for Kiss – and Gene Simmons was ready to throw fists
By Phil Weller published
Although the guitarist eventually aced his audition, his relationship with Simmons and the rest of the band got off to a rather rocky start
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