Please react to their set on The Midnight Special. The visuals of them in their prime and singing live is fabulous. Been a proud member of The Kiss Army since 1975!
50 years of kiss ...73 to 2023. Like kiss or not. Kiss remains one of the biggest and most influential bands of all time...kiss from 75 to 79 were a phenom. Worldwide success
This is the type song that reactors need to be doing when trying to evaluate KISS, this song style is what they are most known and most popular for, thanks for this one!
Kiss goes back to 1973. But it was their landmark KISS ALIVE album(1975) that was the catalyst to meteoric rise to fame! Engineered by none other than Eddie Kramer (Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin etc.) Kiss Alive is a go to for a perspective on just how hungry these guys were to entertain at a very high level. At a KISS show you knew they were going to rock and give you the best show you'd ever see at that time. Check out that whole Kiss Alive album it's worth it!
I was about 10 or 11yrs old when I first heard them!! I've seen them 3 times and they were the best concerts I've ever seen. 50 years later and I still listen to them!!
@@johncentamore1052 I see youtube pulled my reply. There is a Kiss Compilation Titled "KISS Remix - Charisma (The Hottest Band in the Land)". Which at the 44 second mark of the video they say it. "The Hottest Band In the Land, KISS"
Kiss should be experienced by video, the whole performance is visual boom. Please check out Midnight Special 1975, three songs live. Their energy and visuals will blow your mind. ✌
Strange Ways. God of Thunder ( Off Destroyer lp). I Stole your love. Almost Human ( Love Gun lp). King of the Nighttime World. Parasite. New York Groove. I Want You ( off Alive II album). Got To Choose ( off Alive! Album ). Dirty Living ( Dynasty lp). 🔥
Oh yeah...KISS is amazing and were very innovative to come along with that sound and attitude in the 1970s and pioneered the Hair Metal that would come about in the 1980s a decade later.
Yea the movie Rolemodels had quite a few good Kiss songs in it...I remember Love Gun, Beth, Detroit Rock City and I think Rock n Roll All Night. I was always more into 70s Aerosmith, UFO and Sabbath back in the day but I would stick with more of the 70s Kiss or atleast with the makeup because when the makeup came off they were hard to stomach.
The ACTUAL gems on this (gangbusters!) follow-up to the LEGENDARY: DESTROYER (Bob Ezrin's catapult for this band, into the Rock stratosphere!) are: "Baby Driver"; "Makin' Love"; "Take Me"; "Mr. Speed "; "Love 'em And Leave 'em" 🤘🤘 🔥
I suggest Strutter, God of Thunder& I Stole Your Love(70's. Heaven's on Fire, Lick it Up& Rise To It(80's). Hide Your Heart, I Just Wanna& Forever(90's). For a start.
Such a mad band. Personifies the in your face, outrageous 70s. Calling Dr Love was a 70s concert staple. Love Gene’s vocals and Ace’s guitar. Peter’s drumming is so good here. Brilliant live. Listen to Alive 2 version and any 70s concert on UA-cam 👍
the secret to this great sounding album was it was recorded in a theater, with legendary producer Eddie Kramer. Take that big live sound and put it on a record
I love Kiss and still do. I was into comics and saw this cover when I was in grade 2 and that was it. seen them in concert but saw them when I was 10yrs old in 1980 Dynasty and it blew my mind.. Domino was cool video and tune later on. Love it loud was good as well.
Hi, Biz :) This was the first KISS album so actually bough, back in 1977 with some money so got for my 12th birthday. I had heard a tiny bit of them on the radio in early 75, when I was 9, but I had no clue about the makeup. I think this is the closest to live you will get on any of their studio albums. The thing about KISS is that they're at their best when they're raw. Studio tricks mess with their sound. There is some reverb and polish on this album but most of it sounds like the band.
70's Kiss is so much better than when they stopped wearing makeup. Liked their sound so much better then. "Detroit Rock City" and "Strutter 78" are two of my favorites
Come off as an old school hip hop guy. Tone loc sampled a part of their song Christine 16 for funky Cold Media. Guide: listen to these 6 albums. From start to finish. Kiss (74 self titled debut) Hotter than hell Dressed to kill Destroyer Rock and roll over Love gun. Then put on kiss alive and kiss alive II. If you can listen to those, and not become a kiss fan, just stop listening to music. Kiss is one of those bands that are very slept on. They get a lot of shit for their marketing, and because of their looks. People look at them and think that they're some kind of hardcore Gothic metal band. But in actuality there's so much more than that. They have such good range and have songs from rock, to metal, to country sounding, and even some rap rock. They dip their toes into just about everything.
kiss alive 1975 . let me go rock n roll. rock bottom. 100,000 years. firehouse. parasite. cold gin. rock and roll all nite. and more. the best rock n roll live album ever assembled.
Deep purple made in Japan, made in Europe, rainbow live in Germany, UFO strangers in the night, priest unleashed, triumph stages, Skynyrd one more for the road,
@@jerrywoods4066 l will take also lynyrd skynyrd one more from the road another elite classic live album. l own 2 of them mint condition. kiss alive and skynyrd are both my top favorite live album's
@@scotthanson4200 Ted Nugent double live gonzo, Jimi Hendrix live at Monterey, Dio live, grand funk double live were also great . Alot of great live albums back in the day. Still remember seeing kiss in 77 I believe.
I am a black American, and I started listening to kiss because of a cousin.!! He always asked me to sit with him and watch them on Saturday night live. We were 11 years old around 1973, and I hated Kiss. Then I started looking at them because they were dress like clowns..!!! Well, what do you do when you are not sleeping at midnight? There were only about 2 channels in the 1970s. Then, after listening to Kiss, I told my cousin. These clowns sounded good. It's 2024, and when my neighbors started making noises. I start playing Kiss all day long, well I can do that because I am retired 😂😂😂😂. THEY WILL STOP MAKING NOISE. LITTLE DO THEY KNOW, I CAN LISTEN TO KISS ALL DAY LONG EVERY DAY/ FACTS. I DON'T THINK THEY WANNA KNOCK ON MY DOOR EITHER!!!! I AM NOT PLAYING WITH YOU EITHER _USSY...!!!!!!
Thanks for coming back to them, Biz. Been a fan since the 70's when I was a kid. These guys rocked hard back then but then took a dip into the disco fad, which was a big mistake from a fan's perspective. Then the 80s were filled with drama with 2 of the original guys, drummer and lead guitarist, getting kicked out of the band. Replacements came in with varying success. They "unmasked" themselves for a little while until they realized we liked them better with their faces covered up. They've been at it for a long time and have had a lot of great songs. But their real magic is their live shows. Here's a link to The Midnight Special back in 75 when the boys were still young and hungry. One of my personal favs from them, the song is called, Deuce. You have to watch them live. The last time I saw them live was in 2019 right before Covid and it was wild!!! I'll still go see them again if they come around. DEFINITELY! 🤘🤘 ua-cam.com/video/FzUCUKLBS0Q/v-deo.htmlsi=WDJRVrXreW28Iiw7
The ultimate kiss sound is from Alive that album shows what a great band they really are stay with the original lineup and you won't go wrong and the try Double Platinum great record
Rock and roll over is one of my favorite albums!! Check out the song making love, I’m sure everyone will request Detroit rock city, they have sooo many great songs throughout the years
look at older Kiss concert posters. One year they open for Bob Seger, and the next year, it's Bob Seger and others opening for Kiss. Just goes to show how fast Kiss became a headliner
Here are 3 outstanding choices for your next KISS listen: Tomorrow (pure rock pop), All Hells Breakin’ Loose ( original rock/rap), and I’ve Had Enough (straight up rocking banger!)
If you don't like the makeup gimmick you should check out some of the music they did during their 13 year "unmasked" period. One really great song from this period is the power ballad "Forever." I also highly recommend "Deuce" from the first KISS Alive album.
KISS Partied "HARD".. I dressed as ACE in my 5th Grade talent show... Catholic School... Raised some eyebrows... It was great being with my friends on stage as KISS! But, I grew up to be inspired by RUSH!!! GO FIGURE.. RUSH OPENED FOR KISS.. Look for that story online... Heehee... Much luv to all. Review KISS 100000 years
Great fun man, I really dug your reaction -- drummer Peter Criss gets slagged a lot but you f-nailed it!! I guess sometimes it takes a brother to point out the groove and fills to the less groovy :) "These are guys are like real rock & roll!!!!" Thanks man!! and your absorbing of the solo before our eyes made mine tear up :)
This Song Has Inspired So Many Other Tunes In The Same Vain.Kudos To Kiss.Imo The Greatest Rnr Band Ever For This.The First Vocal Almost Comes Across As A Rap Imo If You Think About It..
Thx for doing KISS Biz, They have a BUNCH of good songs from the 70s "Detroit Rock City" Ect. but you should check out "Heavens on fire", "Lick it up" & others from the 80s! 🤘😈
I think you would enjoy a song called Dirty Livin from the Dynasty album. Its sang by the drummer Peter Criss. Its very raw and groovy. Very overlooked.
I personally like ever Era of kiss and all the different lineups through the years however the original lineup from 73 to 1980 was probably the most popular and had more hits
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Please react to their set on The Midnight Special. The visuals of them in their prime and singing live is fabulous. Been a proud member of The Kiss Army since 1975!
Yep! Kaboom! They were doing pyrotechnics before others.
You are correct. Midnight Special 1975: Deuce, She, and Black Diamond. But you have to WATCH the video for complete sensory rush.
They tore that shit up on the Special
Agree
Nothing to Lose is also on Midnight Special@@catmanpc9166
50 years of kiss ...73 to 2023. Like kiss or not. Kiss remains one of the biggest and most influential bands of all time...kiss from 75 to 79 were a phenom. Worldwide success
Facts.
This is the type song that reactors need to be doing when trying to evaluate KISS, this song style is what they are most known and most popular for, thanks for this one!
Kiss goes back to 1973. But it was their landmark KISS ALIVE album(1975) that was the catalyst to meteoric rise to fame! Engineered by none other than Eddie Kramer (Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin etc.) Kiss Alive is a go to for a perspective on just how hungry these guys were to entertain at a very high level. At a KISS show you knew they were going to rock and give you the best show you'd ever see at that time. Check out that whole Kiss Alive album it's worth it!
I think Kiss Alive II was much better but Alive was good as well.
Cold Gin is a good song!
When you want something...it's cold gin time
Ace’s solo is 🔥🔥🔥
Truth!
I was about 10 or 11yrs old when I first heard them!! I've seen them 3 times and they were the best concerts I've ever seen. 50 years later and I still listen to them!!
KISS's first three albums are raw as hell. Ace Frehley is vicious on that Les Paul.
Ace's solo absolutely howls on this song!
70's stuff is fire.
Up next - "Black Diamond"
"You wanted the best, and you got the best! The hottest band in the world...KISS!!!"
"You wanted the best, and you got the best! The hottest band in the Land...KISS!!!" (I have heard them say it this way back in the day)
@@JFPriest Going off a many-year-ago memory, I ALMOST went with land. I just didn't trust my memory. You are 100% correct. Thanks
@@JFPriest Sorry JF....it IS "world". Just watched a bunch of lives, every one of them says world. Even Butokan
@@johncentamore1052 Mandela effect? Found it said on this clip at 40 seconds. ua-cam.com/video/ZEddRTO-FEY/v-deo.html
@@johncentamore1052 I see youtube pulled my reply. There is a Kiss Compilation Titled "KISS Remix - Charisma (The Hottest Band in the Land)". Which at the 44 second mark of the video they say it. "The Hottest Band In the Land, KISS"
Kiss should be experienced by video, the whole performance is visual boom. Please check out Midnight Special 1975, three songs live. Their energy and visuals will blow your mind. ✌
1973-78 KISS was a Monster
Hungry, Raw, Loud and a great band
Check ‘em out Live in the 70s
Strange Ways. God of Thunder ( Off Destroyer lp). I Stole your love. Almost Human ( Love Gun lp). King of the Nighttime World. Parasite. New York Groove. I Want You ( off Alive II album). Got To Choose ( off Alive! Album ). Dirty Living ( Dynasty lp). 🔥
I agree with all that you listed... except for New York Groove.
New York Groove is NOT a KISS song. It's an Ace Frehley solo song.
My all-time favorite KISS tune! Grew up with them in the 70s, it was an amazing time.
Love Gun, Shout it out loud, God of Thunder, and Detroit Rock City. 🔥 🔥 🔥
Also, you need to see them perform live as their shows are the best.
Kiss just had their last tour ever. Unless they do some one off appearances, that ship has sailed
@@pablodasnyc I meant as in videos. I have seen them 5 times and were some of the best shows I've seen. ✌️
Oh yeah...KISS is amazing and were very innovative to come along with that sound and attitude in the 1970s and pioneered the Hair Metal that would come about in the 1980s a decade later.
Paul Stanley( lead vocals) "Said If you want to hate us God love ya, If you love us that's great too. If you're in the middle GET OUT!.
Kiss have so many great, solid rock songs. Sadly many dismiss them because of their image. BTW, this whole album is KILLER!
Personally, this is my favorite KISS album!!
Strutter, C'mon and love me, Shock me - Album cuts
Loved this back in the day.
Black diamond.....nuff said!!!
Cold Gin next!! I love KISS
KISS, "Do You Love Me"
(Studio Version)
Great Shlyrics Biz,!
Rock-'n'-roll over 1 of my favorites from kiss the other is creatures of the night also love they're alive albums
KISS - " I Love It Loud " FULL VERSION 4 MIN 16 SEC. AUDIO VERSION/ the Intro DRUMS are 2X Heavier. 80s Hard Rock Classics 🎸
Ain't nothin wrong with KISS! Kick it
The KISS Alive album is legendary . I recommend listening first to Strutter, then their biggest hit Rock and Roll All Night and Every Day.
this was my Mother´s favorite Song in the 70´s 😀
Yea the movie Rolemodels had quite a few good Kiss songs in it...I remember Love Gun, Beth, Detroit Rock City and I think Rock n Roll All Night. I was always more into 70s Aerosmith, UFO and Sabbath back in the day but I would stick with more of the 70s Kiss or atleast with the makeup because when the makeup came off they were hard to stomach.
Domino was a pretty killer 90's track
Check out midnight special from the 70s
You should do an album review of KISS Alive.Them in their outrageous prime!
Another one that is beautiful by them is...Beth
They have lots of bangers, but this is my favorite KISS song! Glad you're taking plunge with these guys. I think you'll find a lot of surprises.
Kiss of 70's are amazing🤘
The ace on fire solo is pure hendrix, but peter is doing a hell of groove, amazing as usual on that era
This is by far the best and greatest Kiss record. Start to finish!
The ACTUAL gems on this (gangbusters!) follow-up to the LEGENDARY: DESTROYER
(Bob Ezrin's catapult for this band, into the Rock stratosphere!) are:
"Baby Driver";
"Makin' Love";
"Take Me";
"Mr. Speed ";
"Love 'em And Leave 'em"
🤘🤘 🔥
I suggest Strutter, God of Thunder& I Stole Your Love(70's. Heaven's on Fire, Lick it Up& Rise To It(80's). Hide Your Heart, I Just Wanna& Forever(90's). For a start.
Such a mad band. Personifies the in your face, outrageous 70s. Calling Dr Love was a 70s concert staple. Love Gene’s vocals and Ace’s guitar. Peter’s drumming is so good here. Brilliant live. Listen to Alive 2 version and any 70s concert on UA-cam 👍
the secret to this great sounding album was it was recorded in a theater, with legendary producer Eddie Kramer. Take that big live sound and put it on a record
I love Kiss and still do. I was into comics and saw this cover when I was in grade 2 and that was it. seen them in concert but saw them when I was 10yrs old in 1980 Dynasty and it blew my mind.. Domino was cool video and tune later on. Love it loud was good as well.
So many bangers!
Hi, Biz :)
This was the first KISS album so actually bough, back in 1977 with some money so got for my 12th birthday. I had heard a tiny bit of them on the radio in early 75, when I was 9, but I had no clue about the makeup. I think this is the closest to live you will get on any of their studio albums.
The thing about KISS is that they're at their best when they're raw. Studio tricks mess with their sound. There is some reverb and polish on this album but most of it sounds like the band.
The Live version on KISS ALIVE II has much much more energy.
Do you really think that they would have lasted for 50 years solely on a gimmick. Judging a book by it’s cover…
Band members are Gene Klein aka Gene Simmons, Stanley Insulman Paul Stanley, Paul Frehley Ace Frehley, Peter Criscrola Peter Criss.
70's Kiss is so much better than when they stopped wearing makeup. Liked their sound so much better then. "Detroit Rock City" and "Strutter 78" are two of my favorites
Kiss - Love Gun, God Of Thunder, I Want You, Cold Gin, Black Diamond, Deuce and a shitload more.
Come off as an old school hip hop guy. Tone loc sampled a part of their song Christine 16 for funky Cold Media.
Guide: listen to these 6 albums. From start to finish.
Kiss (74 self titled debut)
Hotter than hell
Dressed to kill
Destroyer
Rock and roll over
Love gun.
Then put on kiss alive and kiss alive II. If you can listen to those, and not become a kiss fan, just stop listening to music.
Kiss is one of those bands that are very slept on. They get a lot of shit for their marketing, and because of their looks. People look at them and think that they're some kind of hardcore Gothic metal band. But in actuality there's so much more than that. They have such good range and have songs from rock, to metal, to country sounding, and even some rap rock. They dip their toes into just about everything.
kiss alive 1975 . let me go rock n roll. rock bottom. 100,000 years. firehouse. parasite. cold gin. rock and roll all nite. and more. the best rock n roll live album ever assembled.
Deep purple made in Japan, made in Europe, rainbow live in Germany, UFO strangers in the night, priest unleashed, triumph stages, Skynyrd one more for the road,
@@jerrywoods4066 l will take also lynyrd skynyrd one more from the road another elite classic live album. l own 2 of them mint condition. kiss alive and skynyrd are both my top favorite live album's
@@scotthanson4200 purple rainbow and UFO for me. Tops. Then comes the rest.
@@jerrywoods4066 cool beans
@@scotthanson4200 Ted Nugent double live gonzo, Jimi Hendrix live at Monterey, Dio live, grand funk double live were also great . Alot of great live albums back in the day. Still remember seeing kiss in 77 I believe.
I am a black American, and I started listening to kiss because of a cousin.!!
He always asked me to sit with him and watch them on Saturday night live.
We were 11 years old around 1973, and I hated Kiss.
Then I started looking at them because they were dress like clowns..!!!
Well, what do you do when you are not sleeping at midnight?
There were only about 2 channels in the 1970s.
Then, after listening to Kiss, I told my cousin. These clowns sounded good.
It's 2024, and when my neighbors started making noises.
I start playing Kiss all day long, well I can do that because I am retired 😂😂😂😂.
THEY WILL STOP MAKING NOISE. LITTLE DO THEY KNOW, I CAN
LISTEN TO KISS ALL DAY LONG EVERY DAY/ FACTS.
I DON'T THINK THEY WANNA KNOCK ON MY DOOR EITHER!!!!
I AM NOT PLAYING WITH YOU EITHER
_USSY...!!!!!!
That's where it all started for me.
A lifetime of fun
Thanks for coming back to them, Biz. Been a fan since the 70's when I was a kid. These guys rocked hard back then but then took a dip into the disco fad, which was a big mistake from a fan's perspective. Then the 80s were filled with drama with 2 of the original guys, drummer and lead guitarist, getting kicked out of the band. Replacements came in with varying success. They "unmasked" themselves for a little while until they realized we liked them better with their faces covered up.
They've been at it for a long time and have had a lot of great songs. But their real magic is their live shows. Here's a link to The Midnight Special back in 75 when the boys were still young and hungry. One of my personal favs from them, the song is called, Deuce. You have to watch them live. The last time I saw them live was in 2019 right before Covid and it was wild!!! I'll still go see them again if they come around. DEFINITELY! 🤘🤘
ua-cam.com/video/FzUCUKLBS0Q/v-deo.htmlsi=WDJRVrXreW28Iiw7
Will remain my favorite band since 1978 I was in school and my favorite song is Deuce 🌹🤘🇫🇷
The ultimate kiss sound is from Alive that album shows what a great band they really are stay with the original lineup and you won't go wrong and the try Double Platinum great record
Dr. Biz
Welcome to KISS
You should definitely check out live versions of their songs. The know how to put on a show. Its nothing demonic if that's what you are thinking..
One of my favorite albums ever! You should so I Want You. Great Paul Stanley song.
I got to cure your thinking of Kiss Mr. Biz
With KISS being so visual, you NEED to watch some videos! KISS music is great from all eras! You should listen to this whole album!
Rock and roll over is one of my favorite albums!! Check out the song making love, I’m sure everyone will request Detroit rock city, they have sooo many great songs throughout the years
Odd to not have visuals of 1975
From 73 to 83 the public had no idea what they looked like. Until they unmasked. 70's stuff is definitely best
KISS ALIVE! Their 4th album. That was my introduction to them!
Gene hahaha! Surprised you got this one!
I loved KISS when I was growing up. 👍
Ace Frehley definitely channeled his idol Jimi Hendrix on that guitar solo, using former Hendrix producer Eddie Kramer.
Biz, I saw KISS live in concert. It was great! Guess who came out on stage before KISS? Bob Seger!!!
Thank you for this one.
look at older Kiss concert posters. One year they open for Bob Seger, and the next year, it's Bob Seger and others opening for Kiss. Just goes to show how fast Kiss became a headliner
love KISS
Gene It´s Gene! Kiss Its Kiss!!!!
Cold gin by kiss is a rocker
Here are 3 outstanding choices for your next KISS listen: Tomorrow (pure rock pop), All Hells Breakin’ Loose ( original rock/rap), and I’ve Had Enough (straight up rocking banger!)
If you don't like the makeup gimmick you should check out some of the music they did during their 13 year "unmasked" period. One really great song from this period is the power ballad "Forever." I also highly recommend "Deuce" from the first KISS Alive album.
Take me!...off the same album..Rock and roll over...great,fun song
KISS Partied "HARD".. I dressed as ACE in my 5th Grade talent show... Catholic School... Raised some eyebrows... It was great being with my friends on stage as KISS! But, I grew up to be inspired by RUSH!!! GO FIGURE.. RUSH OPENED FOR KISS.. Look for that story online... Heehee... Much luv to all. Review KISS 100000 years
If you liked Dr. Love, You'll love Do You Love Me.
In the 70's albums is when they were hungry and really wrote great songs! So many people don't have a clue?
That was amazing!!!Hey give the music video for I WAS MADE FOR LOVING YOU..by KISS…with KISS visuals and music is a must
My favorite Kiss Studio album
Great fun man, I really dug your reaction -- drummer Peter Criss gets slagged a lot but you f-nailed it!! I guess sometimes it takes a brother to point out the groove and fills to the less groovy :) "These are guys are like real rock & roll!!!!" Thanks man!! and your absorbing of the solo before our eyes made mine tear up :)
This Song Has Inspired So Many Other Tunes In The Same Vain.Kudos To Kiss.Imo The Greatest Rnr Band Ever For This.The First Vocal Almost Comes Across As A Rap Imo If You Think About It..
Now you have a personal theme song! 😂They have more gold records in the history of music from the USA than anyone else.
😂😂😂😂😂
The solo is awesome!
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame ⚡
Dang, after hearing that cool song I think I am going to check out some of their videos
Thx for doing KISS Biz,
They have a BUNCH of good songs from the 70s "Detroit Rock City" Ect. but you should check out "Heavens on fire", "Lick it up" & others from the 80s! 🤘😈
I think you would enjoy a song called Dirty Livin from the Dynasty album. Its sang by the drummer Peter Criss. Its very raw and groovy. Very overlooked.
Nice reaction! Check out “Love Her All I Can” from the Dressed to Kill album
🤘😎🔥 I just subscribed and am looking forward to more of your impressions of KIϟϟ
Never met a black KISS fan in my entire life and i've been a kiss fan since 1976
There's a black Paul Stanley impersonator.
I bought this lp in 1977 i was 14 still have it.
Check KISS on "The Midnight Special". The boys are young, hungry, and put it all out there.
I personally like ever Era of kiss and all the different lineups through the years however the original lineup from 73 to 1980 was probably the most popular and had more hits
Kiss Alive 1, best live album ever.
j'adore Alive 🤘🏼💖
Grew up listening to this! Early Kiss was the best.
Hard Luck Woman & I want You are the Best with this one. Baby Driver is a hidden gem
Classic Kiss man and you're a funny guy
At the heart of it, KISS is straight up rock and roll. They aren't metal. Never have been. Great tunes. Great band. This song is classic Gene Simmons.