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Gene Simmons Reads the Weather and Freestyle Raps on the Local News

The KISS frontman stopped by Fox 11 in Los Angeles to help out meteorologist Adam Kreuger in a pun-filled report

Gene Simmons compares Taylor Swift to Jesus

Gene Simmons has compared Taylor Swift to Jesus Christ by declaring the pop star's following is similar to a religion. The KISS rocker gave his thoughts

KISS Ends Legal Feud With Stylist Over Termination Lawsuit Due to 'Unsafe' COVID Protocol Complaints

KISS finally settled its legal battle with longtime hair stylist David Mathews. According to Rolling Stone on Jan. 6, the band's frontmen Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley settled the termination lawsuit filed by the Mathews.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Stands Firm on Name Amid Criticism from Gene Simmons and Liam Gallagher

Musicians have previously scorned the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for various reasons, including inducting artists who are not deemed "rock." Despite this, they will not be changing their name anytime soon.

The Stylistics recruit Shania Twain, Gene Simmons and Justin Hawkins for new album

The Stylistics have recruited Shania Twain, KISS' Gene Simmons, The Darkness' Justin Hawkins, and many more for their first album in almost two decades.

Gene Simmons: 'Rock music is still dead'

Gene Simmons still considers rock music to be "dead". The KISS legend, 75, continues to profess that no one has come close to the likes of The Beatles, Elvis Presley, The Rolling Stones, and Pink Floyd.

‘DWTS’ Fans Slam Gene Simmons Over ‘Creepy’ Comments About Female Dancers

Gene Simmons is facing an arena’s worth of backlash for his guest judging stint on Dancing With the Stars. On Tuesday, October 8’s Hair Metal Night episode of the dance competition, the KISS frontman made several comments about the contestants’ physical appearances at the judges’ table.

Celebs who won't be passing their wealth on to their progeny

Just because your parents are wealthy doesn't mean you will be These 20 celebs aren't passing their wealth onto their children. 

20 notable celebrity appearances on 'Ugly Betty'

Ugly Betty might have gone down in history for its progressive themes and diverse characters, but let us remember that it had some incredible celebrity guest appearances, too. 

20 artists who got their big breaks from other artists

At times, more established artists believe in paying it forward by giving upcoming artists a chance to shine. Here is a list of artists who got into the music industry with help from other artists. 

20 musicians known for being difficult to work with

Whether it's an artist with lethal perfectionist tendencies or someone who just became too self-absorbed over time, some of the best band leaders, R&B divas, and rap superstars have earned the title of being more than a little hard to work with, with the levels of destruction varying significantly from artist to artist.

We still think about these 20 celebrity houses featured on 'Cribs'

Cribs was the ultimate peek into celebrities' houses, and there are some houses we still think about to this day. 

21 celebrities that turned to reality TV

Reality TV in the ‘80s and ‘90s wasn’t quite what it is today. It used to be about the so-called Real World and wild antics on shows like Cops, but at the turn of the century transformed into some of the most-watched television out there.

Sour notes: The 20 worst films that star musicians

Here's a look at some of the more terrible movies featuring music's biggest names. Listed in chronological order.

Great '70s-era musical acts still performing today

There are musicians who were active in the 1970s who are still making music and/or touring today. It’s been decades, but they simply aren’t ready to stop just yet.

20 musicians who were notoriously difficult to work with

Whether it's an artist with lethal perfectionist tendencies or someone who just became too self-absorbed over time, some of the best band leaders, R&B divas, and rap superstars have earned the title of being more than a little hard to work with, with the levels of destruction varying significantly from artist to artist. Today, we take a look at 20 of them. 

The ultimate "MTV Unplugged" playlist

To celebrate over 30 years of the program, let's go back and look at some of the show's most iconic cuts.

How famous bands chose their names