Ace Frehley Dies at 74: Hawk on Kiss, Rock, and His First Concert

Ace Frehley Dies at 74: Hawk on Kiss, Rock, and His First Concert

Hawk discusses the passing of legendary Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley, who has died at the age of 74. In this episode, Hawk reflects on Kiss’s groundbreaking influence on rock and roll, their unmatched live performances, and the spectacle that forever changed concert culture. He recalls seeing Kiss for the first time on the “Love Gun” tour in 1977, a defining experience that shaped his love for music and live shows.

Hawk shares personal memories of discovering Kiss through the album Destroyer and how Peter Criss’s drum setup inspired him to become a drummer. He also touches on Kiss’s mentorship of Rush in their early years and the band’s evolution from a raw rock powerhouse to a global merchandising phenomenon.

This heartfelt reflection captures both the personal and cultural impact of Ace Frehley’s work and honors a generation-defining artist whose influence extended far beyond the stage.

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Timestamps
00:01 News breaks of Ace Frehley’s death at 74
00:20 Hawk reflects on Kiss’s impact on rock and live performance
00:37 Memories of Hawk’s first Kiss concert in 1977 on the Love Gun tour
01:00 Connection between Kiss and Rush’s early tours
01:21 Kiss’s influence on stage performance and fan experience
01:59 How Kiss inspired Hawk to become a drummer
02:10 Discovering Kiss’s music through the album Destroyer
02:25 Peter Criss’s drum set as inspiration
02:38 Ace Frehley’s signature flaming guitar and stage theatrics
02:55 Hawk closes with thoughts on the end of an era

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