Hooligan Nation:A Kiss-Centric Podcast

Send us Fan Mail “As The KISS-World Turns” – Gene’s Accident, Doc McGhee on Your Morning Coffee, Vegas Theories!    Welcome back to The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , where we dive headfirst into the wild world of KISS news, rumors, and rock ‘n’ roll reality! 🎸 In this episode, “As the KISS-World Turns,” the KISS drama wheel keeps spinning: Gene Simmons reportedly crashed his car — wha...

Send us Fan Mail KISS meets Sports: Helmets, Hype & Legendary Games We map out the band’s full sports footprint —from Cadillac, Michigan (1975) and its now-legendary homecoming (parade, key to the city, gym concert) to LA KISS in the Arena Football League, Olympic and NHL performances, NFL/MLB anthems, WCW’s “Demon,” why did KISS connect so naturally to sports? And how did Cadillac turn one vi...

Send us Fan Mail  "As the Kiss World Turns":  “Synchin Stanley,” KISS Kruise Trio Tease & New KISS Merch  Gene’s “Synchin Stanley” moment, a KISS trio tease in the new Landlocked ad, and fresh Halloween merch from KISSonline. We separate facts from fan buzz and call our shots. Subscribe for weekly KISS deep dives. This week on The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we tackle t...

Send us Fan Mail Love Gun vs. Rock and Roll Over — The Ultimate KISS Album Showdown In this episode of Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we stack Love Gun (1977) against Rock and Roll Over (1976) and go deep. We compare record sales, chart impact, and certifications , unpack production decisions from the Eddie Kramer era, and analyze the album artwork that helped define late-’70s KISS. The...

Send us Fan Mail “As the KISS-World Turns”:Ace Frehley Health Scare, Gene vs Roger, and the Vinnie Vincent Vanish Act This week on The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast , we cover three big stories shaking KISS world: • Ace Frehley’s health scare — what’s reported, what isn’t, and why it matters to fans • Gene Simmons vs. Roger Waters — the Ozzy Osbourne debate and how it escalated • Vinnie...

Send us Fan Mail The Most Divisive Frehley’s Comet Album? Too much Pop Shine, not enough Ace Episode #59 Episode: Frehley’s Comet — Second Sighting (1988) Deep Dive We revisit Frehley’s Comet’s sophomore release and the shift that split fans: less Ace Frehley in the driver’s seat and more of Tod Howarth’s commercial pop sensibility . We unpack the songwriting split, production choices, track-by-tr...

Send us Fan Mail Bonus Episode "As the KISS-World Turns" KISS ALIVE! at 50 — The Live Album That Built a Legend KISS Alive! at 50 — Cultural Impact & Foundations. We trace how Alive! transformed KISS, set the arena-rock standard, and energized a generation of fans. From the pre- Alive! grind to the explosive crowd aesthetic, we explore why this record became a career-saving pivot and...

Send us Fan Mail “Big Hair, Bigger Hits”  The Ultimate 80s hard rock/Heavy Metal Retrospective part 3 Big Hair, Bigger Hits (1988–1989). We spotlight the late-’80s hard rock/heavy metal wave—chart crushers, crossover smashes, and heavier outliers—while unpacking how MTV turned bands into brands, reshaped the look of the scene, and pushed the excess to its breaking point. From Guns N’ Roses and Bon...

Send us Fan Mail “As The KISS-World Turns”: Bruce Kulick Talks KISS Kruise Landlocked & Eric Singer’s Status + Gene on Fail Better Podcast This week on Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast : • Gene Simmons x Fail Better (David Duchovny) — the sharpest quotes, stories, and takeaways • Bruce Kulick on Another F’n Podcast (Izzy Presley) — KISS Kruise: Landlocked in Vegas details, expectations,...

Send us Fan Mail Episode #57 Big Hair, Bigger Hits The Ultimate 80s hard rock/Heavy Metal Retrospective Part 2 Big Hair, Bigger Hits (1985–1987). We go year-by-year across ’85–’87 to spotlight the hard rock/heavy metal releases that defined the mid-’80s—chart crushers, cult favorites, and scene-shifting thrash. We also unpack the power of MTV : how music videos sold bands, set fashion trends, and...

Send us Fan Mail Bonus Episode! As The KISS-World Turns:The Truth? Doc McGhee’s Vegas Hints • Gene’s schtick on Broken Record • Alive! Merch irony. Alive! merch, Gene’s shtick, and Doc’s Vegas tease. We dive into KISS Alive!/Alive 1 -era merchandise. We react to Gene Simmons on the Broken Record podcast, and unpack Doc McGhee’s hints about KISS Kruise: Landlocked in Vegas —is it clarity or just mo...

Send us Fan Mail Episode #56  “Big Hair, Bigger Hits” The Ultimate 80s hard rock/Heavy Metal Retrospective,Part1 In this episode of The Hooligan Nation Podcast, we take a wild ride back through the decade of teased hair, spandex, and shredding guitars — the golden era of 80s Hair Metal. 🎸 We break down: How hair metal was born on the Sunset Strip and fueled by MTV The anthems that defined the gen...

Send us Fan Mail Bonus Episode! As the KISS World Turns:“Kruise Schedule, Gene Simmons’ Price Tag & Vinnie Vincent’s Appearance  In this episode of Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast, we dive deep into the latest news rocking the KISS Army: 🚢 KISS Cruise Landlocked Schedule Release – The much-anticipated lineup and events for the Vegas-based cruise experience are finally out. We break do...

Send us Fan Mail Love Gun Vs Dynasty: "From Rock Anthems to Disco Fire" Hooligan Nation album death match Episode theme: Love Gun vs. Dynasty — we debate which KISS album truly reigns, from riffs and hooks to production, legacy, and cultural impact. We also cover the latest from Mastodon , Megadeth , and Bon Jovi , share what we’re currently listening to, and wrap with the Hooligan Natio...

Send us Fan Mail “As the KISS-World Turns”Ace Frehley Out of KISS Kruise Landlocked—Here’s What He Said (and Why) This week on Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast : • KISS x World of Tanks — what is it? And do we care? • Ace Frehley concert outlook — discussion around reported slow ticket sales and possible reasons • Why Ace isn’t joining the KISS Kruise: Landlocked in Vegas — our breakdown of...

Send us Fan Mail “KISS at the Kennedy Center": Who Will Play & What It Means for Their Legacy In this episode of The Hooligan Nation Podcast, we discuss KISS being honored at the Kennedy Center Honors — one of the most prestigious cultural awards in the United States. 🎸 We break down: How KISS, once dismissed by critics, became icons worthy of this recognition What the Kennedy Center Hon...

Send us Fan Mail "As the KISS-World turns":KISS Kruise Vegas Update, Gene Simmons on HoneyDew & Fan Accountability” In this bonus episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast, we tackle three big conversations happening in the KISS world right now: 🚢 KISS Cruise Landlocked Update – How are ticket sales really going? Is the Vegas-based “landlocked” concept working, or is fa...

Send us Fan Mail “KISS to Chaos": Vinnie Vincent Invasion’s Debut Album Breakdown “KISS to Chaos": Vinnie Vincent Invasion’s Debut Album Breakdown In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast, we throw it back to 1986 and review the explosive debut album from Vinnie Vincent Invasion. After his time with KISS, Vinnie Vincent set out on his own — creating a band and a sou...

Send us Fan Mail BONUS EPISODE “AS THE KISS-WORLD TURNS”: landlocked Kruise Trouble, Gene’s Mansion Sale & Best 80s KISS Tracks. In this episode of The Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast, we tackle three big topics in the KISS world: 🚢 KISS Cruise Landlocked in Vegas – Why is it only half sold? We break down the numbers, the lineup, and whether fans are still excited about a Vegas-based...

Send us Fan Mail KISS Original Members’ :Top Tracks "Face off"-Paul Vs. Gene Vs. Ace Vs. Peter In this episode of The Hooligan Nation Podcast , we dig deep into the legendary catalog of KISS to choose our Top 5 favorite songs sung by each of the original members — Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss. From arena-shaking anthems to underrated deep cuts, we celebrate th...

Send us Fan Mail As the KISS-World Turns: Most played KISS songs live and Paul Stanley's dining room table! In this episode of The Hooligan Nation Podcast , we explore two very different — but equally fascinating — sides of the KISS universe. 🎸 First, we break down the most played KISS songs live — the setlist staples that the band has performed more than 1,500 times in their career. From “R...

Send us Fan Mail "Evolution Vs  Imitation": KISS and the art of musical risk In this episode of The Hooligan Nation Podcast , we explore the long and storied career of KISS and the bold musical risks they’ve taken along the way. From the raw rock of the early days to disco grooves, glam-metal anthems, and back-to-basics rock & roll — KISS has never shied away from changing their soun...

Send us Fan Mail As the Kiss World Turns: All About KISS Charging Extra, Ozzy’s Passing & Vegas Cruise Landlocked    KISS merch controversy, headline interviews, and the future of the brand—this week on Hooligan Nation: A KISS-Centric Podcast. We break down why KISS is charging extra for a shirt featuring Bruce Kulick and Eric Carr, react to Gene Simmons’ appearance on Piers Morgan, and unpack...

Send us Fan Mail " Honoring the Gods of Thunder:" Inside the KISS (fantasy) Tribute event What if the ultimate KISS tribute concert actually happened? In this episode of The Hooligan Nation Podcast , we imagine a once-in-a-lifetime fantasy rock event honoring the Hottest Band in the World — KISS. 📍 The Venue: Central Park, New York City 🎤 Hosts: Eddie Trunk & Lady Gaga 🔥 Dream Lin...

Send us Fan Mail "KISS Controversy"  Wig Allegations? Money Disputes?  Paul Stanley Speaks....again! 🎙️ First, 🔥 Things get spicy as we react to Eddie Trunk’s viral comments allegedly exposing Ace Frehley for wearing a wig, a topic that's reignited debate among longtime fans.  we discuss the news that Eric Singer may NOT be appearing at KISS Cruise: Landlocked, reportedly due to a...