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Ace Frehley Reveals ‘10,000 Volts’ Title Song, Art and Track List
Former Kiss guitarist announces his first album of new material in over five years.

The Night Kiss Played a Show With Two Lead Guitarists
Mark St. John had just been hired as the band's second replacement for Ace Frehley.

Paul Stanley on Flu Battle: ‘I Was Wondering if It Was My Time’
Kiss returned to the stage after being forced to cancel three farewell concerts.

David Lee Roth Responds to Hagar’s Tour Offer: ‘Let’s Do This’
"I'm ready to go," Roth said to his Van Halen successor.

Rock and Metal Socks: 20 Great Holiday Stocking Stuffers
Just don't ask Flea how to wear them.

Revisiting Kiss’ ‘Horrible’ Thanksgiving Parade: ‘This is How You Get Fired’
Band manager Doc McGhee calls this 2014 appearance "the worst thing we did."

18 Rock and Metal Holiday Sweaters That Will Bring Shame to Your Family
There's also a couple that aren't so bad.

Skid Row Fought ‘Tooth and Nail’ Before Taping ‘I Remember You’
They almost didn't record the song that made them too popular to take out their own trash.

2023 Classic Rock Holiday Gift Guide: Bongs, Boots, Bags and More
This holiday season, help your loved ones dress like ZZ Top and drink like Van Halen.

Gene Simmons ‘Sad and Angry’ About Frehley and Criss’ Absence
"The only reason they’re not here with us is themselves," says the Kiss bassist.

20 Best ’70s TV Theme Songs
The decade's best TV theme songs not only sounded great, they helped establish the mood and goals of their shows.

36 Years Ago: Kiss Hits a Dead End on the ‘Crazy Nights’ Tour
Paul Stanley's frustration boiled over as the band's '80s comeback fizzled.