An iconic rock band is reuniting despite previously saying their 2023 concerts would be their last together.
KISS will perform an unmasked live show as part of the three-day KISS Army Storms Vegas event from Nov. 14-16 at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, Loudwire reported.
An email e-mail sent to followers of KISS’ recently updated website indicated that fans can expect “a special live performance from former KISS member Bruce Kulick, along with other special guests, activities, exclusive experiences and more,” Loudwire reported.
A full schedule of activities should be announced soon.
Frontman Gene Simmons previously told Rolling Stone that KISS’ “final” concert at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on Dec. 2, 2023, would be “the final KISS-in-makeup appearance.” The show was part of the band’s four-year long End of the Road farewell tour.
However, Simmons seemingly left the door open to still reunite with bandmates Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer.
The news comes days after Simmons canceled 17 tour dates with The Gene Simmons Band. According to NME, the 75-year-old rock star denied it was due to any health issues and said the shows would be rescheduled in 2026. Refunds are being offered.
KISS is a rock band known for its elaborate costumes, makeup and theatrical performances. Simmons (a.k.a. the Demon) and Stanley (a.k.a. Starchild) were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014 with original KISS bandmates Ace Frehley (Space Ace) and Peter Criss (Catman).
The group sold more than 100 million records over five decades of music, featuring hits “Rock and Roll All Nite,” “I Was Made for Lovin’ You,” “Lick It Up” and “Detroit Rock City.”
Last April, the band sold its music catalogue, name and image for $300 million to Pophouse Entertainment Group AB in hopes of bringing “exciting new projects to the KISS army.”
