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Gene Simmons (born Chaim Witz; Hebrew: חיים ויץ [χaˈim ˈvits]; born August 25, 1949) is an Israeli-American musician. Also known by his stage persona " The Demon ", he was the bassist and co-lead singer of the hard rock band Kiss, which he co-founded with Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss in the early 1970s until their retirement in 2023.
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about Gene Simmons, the co-founder of KISS, the rock band known for their makeup, costumes and stage antics. Discover his early life, musical career, business ventures and personal life.
Nov 22, 2023 · Gene Simmons swears KISS is really ending its touring career after 50 years of rock and roll. The band will perform its final shows at Madison Square Garden in December 2023, with a special effect only in New York.
Nov 15, 2023 · The Kiss bassist and singer swears that the band's farewell concert at Madison Square Garden will be the last time they perform in makeup. He also talks about their history, their health, and their plans after the end of the tour.
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Jan 22, 2024 · ( Classic Rock ) published 22 January 2024. The Demon reflects on Kiss's 50-year journey from New York City punks to global superstars. Gene Simmons backstage before the final Kiss show at Madison Square Garden on December 02, 2023 in New York City(Image credit: Kevin Mazur)
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Aug 28, 2023 · The rocker reflects on his 50-year career, his restaurant and film businesses, and his charity work for Mending Kids. He says he is \"deliriously happy\" and wants to end the tour on a high note.
May 11, 2022 · As rock superstars Kiss tour the world for the final time, bassist/vocalist and co-founder Gene Simmons looks back on the past 24 years: the bust-ups with former bandmates, his marriage and reality TV show, and the sad farewells to two of the most important people in his life.
