![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The "Demon" makeup reflected Simmons' cynicism and interest in the macabre, as well as his love for comic books, classic horror films & one of his heroes, actor Lon Chaney. ![]() The band explains that the fans were the ones who ultimately chose their makeup designs. With their makeup and costumes, they took on the personae of comic book-style characters: The Demon (Simmons), Starchild (Stanley), Spaceman (Frehley), and Catman (Criss). The original lineup of Paul Stanley ( vocals and rhythm guitar), Gene Simmons (vocals and bass guitar), Ace Frehley ( lead guitar and vocals), and Peter Criss ( drums, percussion and vocals) is the most successful and identifiable. The band has sold over 21 million records in the United States and their worldwide sales exceed 103 million albums. Kiss has been awarded 30 gold albums to date. Easily identified by its members' trademark face paint and stage outfits, the group rose to prominence in the mid and late-1970s on the basis of their elaborate live performances, which featured fire breathing, blood spitting, smoking guitars, pyrotechnics, and a large rendition of the band's logo. KISS is an American superhero-styled rock band formed in New York City in Janaury 1973. ![]()
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