Greatest Kiss is an album by Kiss, released in 1997. A quintessential hard rock compilation blending anthemic choruses with flamboyant theatrics and infectious energy. This album is significant as it captures the essence of Kiss's career while also appealing to mainstream audiences during a time when nostalgia was commercially viable. It achieved notable chart success, reaching high positions on various Billboard charts and contributing to the band's enduring influence in hard rock music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Greatest Kiss sound like?
A quintessential hard rock compilation blending anthemic choruses with flamboyant theatrics and infectious energy. Rooted in hard rock.
What makes Greatest Kiss by Kiss notable?
This album is significant as it captures the essence of Kiss's career while also appealing to mainstream audiences during a time when nostalgia was commercially viable. It achieved notable chart success, reaching high positions on various Billboard charts and contributing to the band's enduring influence in hard rock music. By the time 'Greatest Kiss' was released in 1997, Kiss was enjoying a resurgence after their reunion tour in the mid-1990s, which marked a significant comeback for the band. This compilation served as a celebration of their classic hits, strategically timed to reintroduce their legacy to both old fans and a new generation.
How many songs are on Greatest Kiss?
Greatest Kiss has 16 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Detroit Rock City Standout 3:36
- 2 Hard Luck Woman 3:33
- 3 Sure Know Something 4:00
- 4 Deuce 3:04
- 5 Do You Love Me 3:33
- 6 I Was Made for Lovin’ You Standout 4:29
- 7 Calling Dr. Love 3:44
- 8 Christine Sixteen 3:12
- 9 Beth Standout 2:45
- 10 Strutter 3:10
- 11 Cold Gin 4:21
- 12 Plaster Caster 3:26
- 13 Rock and Roll All Nite 2:47
- 14 Flaming Youth 2:58
- 15 Two Sides of the Coin 3:16
- 16 Shout It Out Loud (new video version) 3:38
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