KISS' - ACE FREHLEY 12" Vinyl LP Album

- Casablanca Records

"Ace Frehley" is the 1978 solo album from Ace Frehley, the lead guitarist and vocalist of American hard rock band Kiss. It was one of four solo albums released by the members of Kiss on September 18, 1978.

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"Ace Frehley" Album Description:

In 1978, a sonic boom echoed from the KISS camp. Not one, but four solo albums crash-landed on record stores shelves, each featuring a member of the iconic rock band. Among them was "Ace Frehley," the self-titled debut from KISS' lead guitarist and vocalist, the enigmatic Spaceman himself.

Released on September 18, 1978, alongside solo efforts from his bandmates, "Ace Frehley" wasn't just a chance for the Spaceman to shine outside of KISS' larger-than-life persona. It was a revelation. Here, Ace Frehley stepped out from behind the smoke and pyrotechnics to deliver a potent blend of hard rock, glam, and even a touch of blues.

Frehley, known for his fiery guitar work and raspy vocals, takes center stage on the album. He tackles lead vocals and most of the instrumentation, showcasing a surprising versatility. Tracks like "Rip It Out" are pure KISS, fueled by his signature crunch and swagger. But "Ace Frehley" also ventures beyond the band's sound.

"Ace Frehley" wasn't just a critical success, reaching No. 25 on the Billboard charts, it was a commercial one too. It outsold even KISS' previous studio album, proving that the Spaceman had a dedicated fanbase hungry for his unique brand of rock and rol

ACE FREHLEY is Ripping it Out:

Music Genre:

American Hard Rock 

Album Production Information:

The album: "KISS - Ace Frehley" was produced by: Eddie Kramer and Ace Frehley

Eddie Kramer is a legendary music producer & sound engineer known for shaping the sound of rock icons like Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, and Kiss. Born in South Africa, his innovative recording techniques revolutionized studio production. From Electric Lady Studios to Woodstock, his impact spans decades. Learn more about his career & contributions in his biography.

 

Record Label & Catalognr:

Casablanca 6399 083

Media Format:

12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

1978 Made in West Germany
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: KISS - Ace Frehley
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Ace Frehley – lead and backing vocals, lead guitar, rhythm guitar, acoustic guitar, guitar synthesizer, bass guitar
  • Anton Fig – drums, percussion
  • Will Lee – bass guitar on "Ozone", "I'm in Need of Love" and "Wiped-Out"
  • Carl Tallarico – drums on "Fractured Mirror"
  • David Lasley and Susan Collins & co. – backing vocals on "Speedin' Back to My Baby", "What's On Your Mind?" and "New York Groove"
  • Larry Kelly – backing vocals on "Rip It Out"
  • Bill 'Bear' Scheniman – bell on "Fractured Mirror"
  • Bobby McAdams – power mouth on "New York Groove"
Complete Track-listing of the album "KISS - Ace Frehley"

The detailed tracklist of this record "KISS - Ace Frehley" is:

    Track-listing Side One:
  1. "Rip It Out" (Frehley, Larry Kelly, Sue Kelly) – 3:39
  2. "Speedin' Back to My Baby" (Frehley, Jeanette Frehley) – 3:35
  3. "Snowblind" – 3:54
  4. "Ozone" – 4:41
  5. "What's on Your Mind?" – 3:26
    Track-listing Side Two:
  1. "New York Groove" (Russ Ballard) – 3:01
  2. "I'm in Need of Love" – 4:36
  3. "Wiped-Out" (Frehley, Anton Fig) – 4:08
  4. "Fractured Mirror" – 5:25

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