Listen "120 - Kiss: "Alive!" (1975)"
Episode Synopsis
On today's episode I am going to take a look at the album “Alive!” by Kiss, the band's debut live album released on September 10, 1975.If you would like to hear these podcast episodes in full, the way they are meant to be experienced, as well as receiving bonus exclusive content, go to my Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/realmetalkevin Email: [email protected]:@realmetalkevinBluesky:@metalkevin.bsky.socialInstagram:@realmetalkevinSummaryThis episode delves into the iconic live album 'Alive' by KISS, exploring its creation, the context of its release, and the impact it had on the band's career. The discussion covers the challenges KISS faced prior to the album's release, the recording process, the musical quality of the live performances, and the controversies surrounding the album's production, particularly regarding overdubbing. The host also shares personal reflections on KISS and the significance of 'Alive' in the rock music landscape.Chapters00:00 Music from a Lifetime Introduction01:23 DEUCE02:30 The Struggles of Kiss Prior to "Alive!"06:05 STRUTTER07:11 Discussion of "Alive!" Track by Track11:28 The Controversy of Overdubbing13:53 C'MON AND LOVE ME14:59 Bill's Thoughts and Memories of "Alive!"20:19 BLACK DIAMOND21:47 Podcast Notes and Contacts
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