Kiss (commonly styled in all caps) was an American rock band formed in New York City in 1973 by Paul Stanley (vocals, rhythm guitar), Gene Simmons (vocals, bass guitar), Ace Frehley (lead guitar, vocals) and Peter Criss (drums, vocals).
In honor of the upcoming 50th anniversary of KISS’ album Dressed To Kill, we are launching a brand new audio tour, narrated by Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, and original photographer Bob Gruen.
The surviving members of the original lineup of KISS were among the 2025 Kennedy Center honorees who were presented with their medals by U.S. president Donald Trump during a ceremony in the Oval ...
Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons unboxing the Dressed To Kill 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe box set, sharing throwbacks to the making of the legendary album.
Kiss, American rock band, one of the most influential and best-selling rock groups from the 1970s through the early 2000s, known in particular for its theatrical live performances, involving pyrotechnics and other shocking visual effects and including extravagant outfits and makeup.
Legendary rock band KISS formed in the 1970s and performed for five decades. Learn about the group’s biggest songs and performances and evolving lineup.
KISS was celebrated Sunday in Washington, D.C., with the Kennedy Center Honors, with surviving members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Peter Criss in attendance.