Hooligan Nation:A Kiss-Centric Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Bonus Episod     As the KISS-World Turns: Why Is Gene Simmons Revisiting “Beth” Nearly 50 Years Later?— We Break It Down    In this episode of As the KISS-World Turns , the Hooligans dive headfirst into one of the most surprising and controversial statements to come out of the KISS camp in decades. 🔥 Gene Simmons recently accused Peter Criss of not contributing anything to the cr...

Send us Fan Mail Interview with Luis Kalil: Shred Guitar Phenomenon from Red Devil Vortex & The Handsome Devils In this explosive episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we sit down with Luis Kalil , the unstoppable guitarist tearing up stages with Red Devil Vortex and The Handsome Devils . At just 25, Luis has already become one of the most talked-about young shredders in roc...

Send us Fan Mail Bonus Episode     Peter Criss Speaks! Breaking Down His Recent Podcast Appearances.    In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast — As the KISS-World Turns — we dive into Peter Criss’s recent appearances on two major KISS podcasts: Podcast Rock City and KISS FAQ. The Catman doesn’t speak publicly very often, so when he does, the KISS world listens — and reacts....

Send us Fan Mail Episode #72  Ultimate KISS Album Opener Showdown: What Worked & What Didn’t    In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast, we dive deep into one of the most important parts of any KISS album — the opening track. These are the songs that set the tone, punch you in the chest, and declare what the album is about. 🔥 In this episode, we: Reveal our Top 10 KISS...

Send us Fan Mail As the KISS-World Turns: $200 Vinnie Vincent Single, Gene Simmons & Catman Makeup In this episode of As the KISS-World Turns , the Hooligans break down some of the most talked-about and controversial stories currently circulating in the KISS universe. 🔥 In this episode we discuss: Vinnie Vincent selling his new single for $200 plus shipping , limited to only 1,000 copies — an...

Send us Fan Mail The premiere of season #3, episode #71.   KISS in 2025: Loss, Legacy, and the Road to What Comes Next........    2025 will forever be remembered as one of the most eventful, emotional, and controversial years in KISS history. In this special episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast, we break down everything that defined the KISS world in 2025, reflecting on the highs...

Send us Fan Mail     As the KISS-World Turns: KISS Honored at the Kennedy Center – Tribute, Tears & Tension In this episode of As the KISS-World Turns , the Hooligans break down one of the most historic nights in KISS history — KISS receiving the Kennedy Center Honors . We discuss the Ace Frehley tributes , the emotional speeches, and the performances celebrating the band’s legendary career. W...

Send us Fan Mail Episode #70 The Catman’s Comeback:Does This Album Change Peter Criss’s Legacy? After nearly 18 years , Peter Criss — the original Catman of KISS — has returned with a brand-new solo album, and the Hooligans are diving in track by track . In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we give this long-awaited release the full treatment, exploring not just the mus...

Send us Fan Mail As the KISS-World Turns: The Catman’s Comeback? KISS Kids & Luxury Merch In this episode of “As the KISS-World Turns” on The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we dive headfirst into everything buzzing across KISS-world: 🥁 Peter Criss’ upcoming solo album — What will it sound like? Will it lean classic, jazzy, bluesy, or surprise us all? We share our predictions and ex...

Send us Fan Mail     From Street Rock to Arena Gods: KISS vs Love Gun  Two albums. Two eras. One legendary band. In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we go head-to-head with two of the most important releases in KISS history: 🔥 KISS (1974) vs 🔫 Love Gun (1977) . 🎸 We break it all down: Album cover art and visual impact Producers and studio approach Songwriting, stand...

Send us Fan Mail     Gene Simmons’ Controversial Comments on Ace Frehley’s Death — We Discuss the Fallout and Set the Record Straight In this segment of “As This KISS-World Turns” from Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we address the shocking, inflammatory, and factually incorrect statements that Gene Simmons made regarding the death of Ace Frehley . We break down:  🔥 What Gene said — and...

Send us Fan Mail     The Future of KISS: Avatars, New Music & What Comes Next for the Hottest Band in the World In this episode of Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we dive deep into the future of KISS and what the next decade—and beyond—may look like for the hottest band in the world. We explore how KISS plans to evolve from a live touring act into a multi-generational entertainment b...

Send us Fan Mail From Stage to Canvas: Paul Stanley’s Art at KISS Kruise Landlocked! In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast, we dive into one of the most surprising and visually stunning parts of our trip to KISS Kruise Landlocked in Las Vegas — Paul Stanley’s artwork. 🎨 We share: Our firsthand experience viewing Paul’s art up close Which pieces stood out the most and why...

Send us Fan Mail     An Interview with Don Jamieson: That Metal Show Legend on Comedy & Rock In this jam-packed episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , the Hooligans sit down with legendary comedian and metalhead Don Jamieson , co-host of That Metal Show, the Rock Strap Podcast and one of the most recognized comedic voices in rock and metal culture. Don joins us to talk about:...

Send us Fan Mail As the KISS-World Turns:KISS Kruise Landlocked Survey Results Revealed!  Welcome back to As the KISS-World Turns , a weekly chapter of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , where we dive into the stories, reactions, and drama circling the KISS universe! In this special edition, we complete and reveal the full results of our KISS Kruise Landlocked Survey — 🎸 In this episod...

Send us Fan Mail Music News Monday: New Guns N’ Roses Music & Huge 2026 Rock Tours! Welcome to another Music News Monday from The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , where we break down the biggest stories in the hard rock and heavy metal world! This week’s episode is PACKED: 🔥 New music coming from Guns N’ Roses We talk about Slash’s recent hints and where GN’R could be heading next....

Send us Fan Mail Episode #66 When Metal Fought Back – Top Hard Rock Albums of the Late ’90s The late ’90s were a wild time for rock and metal. Grunge was fading, nu-metal was rising, and classic hard rock was evolving to survive. In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we crank it up and dive deep into the best hard rock and heavy metal albums released between 1995 and 199...

Send us Fan Mail BONUS EPISODE! As the KISS-World Turns: Spaceman Spirit Lives On – Ace Frehley Tribute at KISS Kruise Landlocked  🚀 The Spaceman was the star of the night! In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we take you inside the KISS Kruise Landlocked Ace Frehley Tribute and Pre-Party in Las Vegas — an unforgettable night dedicated to the legendary guitarist who he...

Send us Fan Mail Episode #65 KISS Kruise Landlocked: Our Full Vegas Experience, The Good, The Bad & The Loud! The KISS Army stormed Las Vegas — and The Hooligan Nation was right in the middle of it! In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we share our full experience from KISS Kruise Landlocked in Vegas , giving you an unfiltered review of every performance, every high...

Send us Fan Mail Bonus Episode !     As the KISS-World Turns: Gene Simmons Claps Back, Peter Criss Returns & Dressed to Kill Deluxe! The KISS world never sleeps — and neither do we!  In this latest installment of “As the KISS-World Turns,” we dive into all the wild new stories shaking up the KISS universe this week: 🔥 Gene Simmons’ Twitter Dust-Up with a Fan – What started it, how Gene respon...

Send us Fan Mail The Forgotten Power Years of Hard Rock and Metal: The last stand 1990–1994 🔥 Strap in, Hooligans — we’re turning the clock back to 1990–1994! In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we dive into one of the most underrated yet powerful eras in rock and metal history. Before grunge completely took over, hard rock and heavy metal were still cranking out mass...

Send us Fan Mail "As The KISS-World Turns"-KISS Connections at Chiller Theatre  This week on The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast (Bonus Episode). As the KISS-World Turns, we hit the road for a rock fan’s dream trip — the Chiller Theatre Expo! 🎸 From KISS alumni to rock royalty, we met some of the coolest names in the game: Richie Scarlet – “The Emperor of Rock and Roll,” guitari...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Episode Title: Cover to Cover: The Complete KISS Album Art Deep Dive 🎧 Podcast: The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast This week, we’re going Cover to Cover ! Join The Hooligan Nation as we take a wild, colorful journey through every KISS album cover — from the classic painted portraits of the ‘70s to the bold digital designs of their later years. We discuss who designed...

Send us Fan Mail BONUS EPISODE "As the KISS-World Turns":KISS Relationships, Dressed to Kill Boxset & the Ace Frehley Tribute Shake-Up Welcome back to The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast — the home of true KISS fans and hard-rock diehards! In this week’s packed episode, we dive deep into the state of the KISS universe — past, present, and future: 🔥 Main Topics: The Original...

Send us Fan Mail   Episode #62-Ace Frehley Remembered –The Life, Music & Magic of the Spaceman     In this heartfelt episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we celebrate the extraordinary life, music, and legacy of Ace Frehley — The Spaceman. From his out-of-this-world guitar solos to his unforgettable personality, Ace left a mark that will never fade. We take time to read his...