Back in December 2023, KISS took the stage in New York City for one last performance at Madison Square Garden. Having traveled the world for five decades, the band sold over 100 million albums and was considered one of the most influential rock bands in history. Not only settling for selling albums, the band also produced countless products surrounding their persona and legacy. Although KISS entered a new era as the band produced an avatar version of their concert, Paul Stanley recently discussed his contributions to KISS and the memories they made along the way.
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Although playing a crucial part in the success of KISS, not every moment was full of fondness and stardom. Like any band, KISS went through some growing pains over the decades. But that never stopped them from producing a mesmerizing concert full of props, pyrotechnics, and great music.
Appearing on the Sound Up podcast, Stanley cared little about the criticism the band received throughout the years. “I don’t see a lot of negativity. People talk about the glass half empty or half full. I see it overflowing. I mean, I don’t have any negative memories because everything that happens both happens for a reason and is part of the end result. So, if you’re living with bitterness or anger, it means you haven’t gotten past it.”
Paul Stanley Just Happy To Be Part Of The Legacy Of KISS
Knowing the impact each member had on KISS, Stanley praised his fellow performers for also moving the band forward. “I have nothing but good things to say about everybody who’s been in the band. And we couldn’t have made it without all of them. Everybody contributed something, and certainly Ace and Peter, above everyone else, are the foundation of this.”
With Stanley thrilled about his legacy and what the future held for the band, he knew how lucky he was to be part of the history of KISS. “Whatever spats there have been, or whatever bickering, I put it in perspective. If you win the lottery, you don’t complain about taxes.”
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