They conquered the world with their makeup and fiery performances. Their simple and straightforward hard rock shows the band's origins.
This memorable first album marked the beginning of their sound spreading around the world after they gained popularity through their flashy stage performances. The enthusiasm of their live shows and their simple yet catchy riffs defined their early style.
Opening with the roar of a rugged guitar and a solid beat, this masterpiece explodes with the band's initial impulse and energy. The raw, unadorned sound faithfully conveys the power of their live performances. Their musical style is straightforward hard rock rooted in the blues, and its appeal lies in its simple structure, which differs from their later complex productions. In particular, the catchy riffs exemplified by "Strutter," the structure centered around short songs, and the flow of a barrage of rock numbers create a momentum reminiscent of their live performances.
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A:
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1)
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Strutter
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2)
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Nothin' To Lose
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3)
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Firehouse
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4)
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Cold Gin
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5)
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Let Me Know
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B:
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1)
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Kissin' Time
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2)
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Deuce
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3)
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Love Theme From Kiss
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4)
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100,000 Years
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5)
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Black Diamond
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Producer - Richie Wise
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Bass, Vocals - Gene Simmons
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Rhythm Guitar, Vocals - Paul Stanley
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Producer - Kenny Kerner
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Drums, Vocals - Peter Criss
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Lead Guitar, Vocals - Ace Frehley
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Lacquer Cut By - RM
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Engineer - Warren Dewey
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Art Direction, Design - Lockart
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Photography By - Joel Brodsky
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Management [Direction/Management] - McGhee Entertainment
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Design Concept [Album Concept] - Rock Steady (5)
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Booking [Exclusive Representation] - ATI (2)
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A&R [Exclusive Representation] - A.T.I.
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Art Direction, Design - Lockart
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Bass, Vocals - Gene Simmons
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Design Concept [Album Concept] - Rock Steady (5)
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Drums, Vocals - Peter Criss
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Engineer - Warren Dewey
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Lead Guitar, Vocals - Ace Frehley
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Management [Direction/Management] - McGhee Entertainment
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Photography By - Joel Brodsky
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Producer [Produced By] - Kenny Kerner
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Producer [Produced By] - Richie Wise
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Rhythm Guitar, Vocals - Paul Stanley
