Are you a true Kiss fan? Dive into the ultimate quiz that will challenge your knowledge of the iconic rock band, Kiss! From their early beginnings to their legendary performances and album releases, this quiz covers everything that makes Kiss one of the most enduring and celebrated rock bands in history.
Test Your Kiss (band) Knowledge Quiz
Question 1 |
Which member of Kiss was responsible for designing the band's iconic logo?
Gene Simmons | |
Paul Stanley | |
Ace Frehley | |
Peter Criss | |
Vinnie Vincent |
Question 1 Explanation:
Ace Frehley designed the Kiss logo, with the distinctive "SS" resembling lightning bolts.
Question 2 |
In what year were the original members of Kiss inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?
2012 | |
2014 | |
2016 | |
2018 | |
2020 |
Question 2 Explanation:
Kiss was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014 with the original lineup.
Question 3 |
What was the original name of the band before becoming Kiss?
Wicked Lester | |
Chelsea | |
The Rockets | |
Lips | |
Demon Rockers |
Question 3 Explanation:
Before forming Kiss, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley were part of a band called Wicked Lester.
Question 4 |
What was the name of Kiss’s most ambitious studio album, released in 1976?
Rock and Roll Over | |
Double Platinum | |
Love Gun | |
Destroyer | |
Dynasty |
Question 4 Explanation:
Released on March 15, 1976, Destroyer was Kiss’s most musically ambitious album, featuring complex production techniques.
Question 5 |
Kiss made their comic book debut in 1977 in which Marvel comic?
X-Men | |
Spider-Man | |
Howard the Duck | |
Avengers | |
The Fantastic Four |
Question 5 Explanation:
Kiss made their first comic book appearance in Howard the Duck issue 12 in 1977, published by Marvel Comics.
Question 6 |
What was unique about Kiss’s solo albums released in 1978?
They were released separately over time | |
All albums featured the entire band | |
Each album counted as half an album toward the band's contract | |
They were only released in Japan | |
They were never released officially |
Question 6 Explanation:
Each solo album counted as half an album toward Kiss's record contract, despite being solo efforts.
Question 7 |
What was the last song Peter Criss performed drums on with Kiss until 1996?
Dirty Livin'" | |
"I Was Made for Lovin' You" | |
"The Oath" | |
"I Love It Loud" | |
"Dark Light" |
Question 7 Explanation:
"Dirty Livin'" was the only song on Dynasty to feature Peter Criss's drumming.
Question 8 |
What was one public sign of friction within Kiss in 1979?
A failed concert in Japan | |
A financial dispute with their manager | |
A fight between Peter Criss and Paul Stanley | |
The release of a controversial album | |
A drunken TV interview with Ace Frehley |
Question 8 Explanation:
Ace Frehley appeared inebriated during an interview on The Tomorrow Show, leading to visible tension within the band.
Question 9 |
Which album featured the song "God of Thunder" performed live on WCW Monday Nitro?
Hot in the Shade | |
Revenge | |
Psycho Circus | |
Crazy Nights | |
Lick It Up |
Question 9 Explanation:
Kiss performed "God of Thunder" live on WCW Monday Nitro to debut the character known as the Demon during the promotion of their album Psycho Circus.
Question 10 |
What significant item of merchandise did Kiss introduce in 2001?
Kiss dolls | |
Kiss Kasket | |
Kiss action figures | |
Kiss t-shirts | |
Kiss board games |
Question 10 Explanation:
The Kiss Kasket was introduced in 2001, described as perhaps the most outrageous item of Kiss merchandise yet.
Question 11 |
Which event marked Ace Frehley’s final performance as a member of Kiss?
The Farewell Tour | |
2002 Winter Olympics | |
Kiss Symphony: Alive IV | |
Rock the Nation World Tour | |
Alive/35 World Tour |
Question 11 Explanation:
The 2002 Winter Olympics was Frehley's final performance with the band.
Question 12 |
What unique equipment did Simmons mention using for the recording of the album following "Sonic Boom"?
Digital synthesizers | |
Old analog equipment | |
Drum machines | |
Electronic keyboards | |
Software plugins |
Question 12 Explanation:
Simmons noted that for the next album after "Sonic Boom," they used old analog equipment instead of popular digital recording gear.
Question 13 |
Which special event did Kiss perform during in December 2016?
New Year's Eve | |
The Super Bowl | |
The Voice Season 11 finale | |
The Grammy Awards | |
Halloween |
Question 13 Explanation:
Kiss performed during the season 11 finale of The Voice on December 13, 2016.
There are 13 questions to complete.