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This album"Dressed to Kill" is the third studio album by American hard rock band Kiss, released in 1975. It was produced by Casablanca Records president Neil Bogart, as the financial situation of the label at the time did not allow the hiring of a professional producer
In 1975, KISS, the face-painted harbingers of hard rock, unleashed their third studio album, "Dressed to Kill", onto the unsuspecting world. Produced by Casablanca Records president Neil Bogart, due to the label's financial constraints at the time, the album marked a turning point for the band.
"Dressed to Kill" built upon the raw energy of their previous releases, "Kiss" and "Alive!", showcasing a tighter sound and a growing confidence in their songwriting. The iconic album cover, featuring the band members in a macabre tableau, solidified their theatricality and cemented their place as rock and roll outcasts.
While not a commercial juggernaut upon its initial release, "Dressed to Kill" contained tracks that would become KISS staples. The anthemic "Rock and Roll All Nite" remains a concert closer to this day, while "C'mon and Love Me" showcased their burgeoning knack for crafting catchy, radio-friendly hard rock. Tracks like "Anything for My Baby" and "She" displayed a more melodic side to the band, hinting at the diversity they would explore in the future.
The influence of "Dressed to Kill" cannot be understated. It helped refine the KISS sound, blending their theatrical presentation with a newfound musical proficiency. The album established them as a force to be reckoned with, paving the way for their later commercial success.
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Music Genre: Hard Rock, Heavy Metal |
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The album: "KISS - Dressed to Kill" was produced by: Neil Bogart and Kiss Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Dave Wittman This album was recorded at: Electric Lady Studios, New York City Album cover photography: Bob Gruen, Peter Corriston |
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Record Label & Catalognr: Bellaphon / Casablanca NB 7003 |
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Media Format: 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram |
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Year & Country: 1975 Made in Germany |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: KISS - Dressed to Kill |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "KISS - Dressed to Kill" |
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"Dressed to Kill" Record Label Details: Bellaphon / Casablanca NB 7003
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