About this album
Where they were
Released on September 10, 1975, 'Alive!' marked Kiss's first major commercial success after their previous albums failed to achieve significant impact. This live album showcased their theatrical stage presence and hard rock sound, solidifying their place in the music scene as they transitioned from cult favorites to mainstream rock icons.
Why it matters
'Alive!' is considered a landmark live album that revitalized Kiss's career, reaching No. 9 on the Billboard charts and achieving multi-platinum status. Its energetic performances and the iconic single 'Rock and Roll All Nite' helped define glam rock's aesthetics and influence subsequent generations of musicians.
Essential tracks
- "Rock and Roll All Nite" — This track became an anthem for the band and is synonymous with their identity, encapsulating the celebratory spirit of rock music.
- "Deuce" — Opening the album, 'Deuce' sets a powerful tone with its driving rhythm and is one of their most recognizable songs.
- "Black Diamond" — 'Black Diamond' features dynamic shifts between ballad-like verses and explosive choruses, showcasing the band's musical range and theatrical flair.
Release Date
September 10, 1975
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Deuce 3:55
- 2 Strutter 3:21
- 3 Got to Choose 3:40
- 4 Hotter Than Hell 3:29
- 5 Firehouse 3:49
- 6 Nothin’ to Lose 3:33
- 7 C’mon and Love Me 3:04
- 8 Parasite 3:35
- 9 She 6:58
Disc 2
- 1 Watchin’ You 3:48
- 2 100,000 Years 12:10
- 3 Black Diamond 6:15
- 4 Rock Bottom 3:20
- 5 Cold Gin 7:15
- 6 Rock and Roll All Nite 3:59
- 7 Let Me Go, Rock ’n Roll 5:47
Disc 3
- 1 Strutter 5:02
- 2 I Was Made for Lovin’ You 4:30
- 3 God of Thunder 4:13
- 4 God Gave Rock ’n’ Roll to You II 5:22
- 5 Deuce 3:19