Formed in 1973 by Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss, KISS is a hard rock band, who are known for their elaborate stage performances.

Their lineup has changed constantly, with Simmons (bass, vocals) and Stanley (rhythm guitar, vocals) being the only remaining original members. However, through the years the band’s lead guitarists and drummers (with occasional singing for both) have included Eric Carr, Vinnie Vincent, Mark St. John, and Bruce Kulick, with the current lineup consisting of Tommy Thayer (lead guitar, vocals) and Eric Singer (drums, vocals).