KISS's 1979 Concert History

Kiss (often stylized as KIϟϟ) is an American rock band formed in New York City in January 1973 by Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss. Over the years, the members of the band changed, but Stanley, Simmons, Frehley, and Criss remain the best-known lineup. Each of these original members created a unique stage persona with distinctive face paint and costumes. Stanley was the Starchild, Simmons the demon, Frehley the Spaceman, and Criss the Catman. Coupled with its shocking live performances, which featured fire breathing, blood-spitting, smoking guitars, shooting rockets, levitating drum kits, and pyrotechnics, KISS remains one of the most distinguished shock-rock bands to emerge from the twentieth century.

Date Concert Venue Location
Dec 16, 1979
Kiss / The Rockets

Kiss. The Rockets

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Toledo Sports Arena Toledo, Ohio, United States
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Dec 14, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Van Braun Civic Center Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Show Duplicates for Dec 14, 1979
Dec 12, 1979
KISS / The Rockets

Dynasty Tour

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Mississippi Coast Coliseum Biloxi, Mississippi, United States
Show Duplicates for Dec 12, 1979
Dec 10, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Mississippi Coliseum Jackson, Mississippi, United States
Dec 08, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Hirsch Memorial Coliseum Shreveport, Louisiana, United States
Dec 06, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Benton Memorial Coliseum Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States
Show Duplicate for Dec 06, 1979
Dec 03, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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The Amarillo Civic Center Amarillo, Texas, United States
Show Duplicate for Dec 03, 1979
Dec 01, 1979
KISS

Dynasty Tour

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Tingley Coliseum Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Nov 29, 1979
KISS / The Rockets

Dynasty Tour

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San Diego Sports Arena San Diego, California, United States
Show Duplicates for Nov 29, 1979
Nov 27, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Selland Arena Fresno, California, United States
Nov 25, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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The Cow Palace Daly City, California, United States
Show Duplicate for Nov 25, 1979
Nov 21, 1979
KISS / Rockets
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Climate Pledge Arena Seattle, Washington, United States
Show Duplicate for Nov 21, 1979
Nov 19, 1979
Loverboy / Kiss

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Pacific Coliseum Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Nov 10, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum Phoenix, Arizona, United States
Nov 07, 1979
KISS / John Mellencamp / Breathless

Dynasty Tour

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The Forum Inglewood, California, United States
Nov 06, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Anaheim Convention Center Anaheim, California, United States
Show Duplicates for Nov 06, 1979
Nov 04, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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McNichols arena Denver, Colorado, United States
Show Duplicate for Nov 04, 1979
Nov 02, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Longford Chaparral Center Midland, Texas, United States
Show Duplicate for Nov 02, 1979
Oct 31, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Lubbock Municipal Colliseum Lubbock, Texas, United States
Show Duplicate for Oct 31, 1979
Oct 29, 1979
KISS

KISS Dynasty Tour

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Tulsa Assembly Center Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States
Show Duplicates for Oct 29, 1979

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Kiss - Dynasty Tour Show Footage 1979


KISS
Sep 5, 1979
 Springfield, Massachusetts, United States
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KISS / The Rockets
Nov 29, 1979
 San Diego, California, United States
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KISS on Oct 19, 1979 [697-small]

KISS
Oct 19, 1979
 San Antonio, Texas, United States
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KISS on Sep 10, 1979 [596-small]

KISS
Sep 10, 1979
 Huntington, West Virginia, United States
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KISS on Jun 24, 1979 [241-small]

KISS
Jun 24, 1979
 Charlotte, North Carolina, United States
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KISS / JUDAS PRIEST on Sep 12, 1979 [795-small]

KISS / JUDAS PRIEST
Sep 12, 1979
 Knoxville, Tennessee, United States
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Loverboy / Kiss on Nov 19, 1979 [135-small]

Loverboy / Kiss
Nov 19, 1979
 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Kiss / Judas Priest on Sep 28, 1979 [840-small]

Kiss / Judas Priest
Sep 28, 1979
 Bloomington, Minnesota, United States
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KISS / John Mellencamp / Breathless on Nov 7, 1979 [842-small]

KISS / John Mellencamp / Breathless
Nov 7, 1979
 Inglewood, California, United States
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KISS / New England on Aug 6, 1979 [153-small]

KISS / New England
Aug 6, 1979
 Montréal, Québec, Canada
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KISS on Dec 1, 1979 [570-small]

KISS
Dec 1, 1979
 Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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KISS on Dec 1, 1979 [572-small]

KISS
Dec 1, 1979
 Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
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KISS / New England on Jul 21, 1979 [673-small]

KISS / New England
Jul 21, 1979
 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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KISS / New England on Jul 21, 1979 [676-small]

KISS / New England
Jul 21, 1979
 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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Neil Dutton Jul 12, 2023

It it possible to download the concert history of bands in here? I'd like to see all the concerts KISS have played.


Dana Reif Jun 02, 2021

I added the concert that I attended on Nov 30th, 1985 in Nashville, TN. I'm pretty sure that Black and Blue opened for them. I remember it well as it is the only time I saw Kiss, and during Eric Carr's drum solo, the PA crapped out and it took about 5 minutes to fix it. If I could add a picture, I'd post my ticket stub.


Edward J Barnes Apr 19, 2020

Missing December 12th 1977 Freedom Hall Louisville KY. Kiss with AC/DC


Hls13 Jul 06, 2019

Great show!!!!


Lljohn2 Jul 15, 2018

I'm sure it's a slight oversight, but KISS/Judas Priest play Roberts Stadium (Evansville, IN) on September 20, 1979 vs. January 6, 1979. I was there...thirteenth birthday present...:)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)


What is Kiss?

Kiss is often considered one of earliest and most influential shock rock bands of the 1970s, following in the footsteps of artists like Alice Cooper and Ozzy Osbourne. In its earliest years, the band members painted their faces, assumed unique on-stage personas, and engaged in a variety of theatrics from fire-breathing to pyrotechnics and much more. Eventually, the bandmates shed the face paint and assumed a less shocking on-stage persona, shifting from heavy metal and hard rock to softer rock including even pop and disco.

What genre of music is Kiss?

Kiss has produced a diverse range of music over the last several decades, often shifting between quite distinct genres. Arguably, the largest shift occurred early in the band’s days. Between 1973 and 1977, the band produced six albums that are generally categorized as heavy metal or shock rock. Dynasty, the band’s seventh albums was released on May 23, 1970 and marked a dramatic shift in the band’s sound toward disco.

While this alienated many within the existing fanbase who saw the shift from metal to disco as a betrayal to the genre, others welcomed the new sound with the album’s first single “I Was Made for Lovin’ You” peaking at number 11 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.

Over the next several decades, the band would continue experimenting with other genres including progressive rock, glam rock, power pop, pop rock, and much more.

Who were the original Kiss band members?

The founding members of Kiss are:

  • Gene Simmons as co-lead vocalist and bassist
  • Paul Stanley as co-lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist
  • Ace Frehley as lead guitarist and backing vocalist
  • Peter Criss as drummer and backing vocalist

What were the stage personas of the original Kiss members?

Kiss band's successful growth and establishment can largely be attributed to their use of face paint and embracing of on-stage personas. Each member created a unique persona with face-paint designed to symbolize that identity. Stanley was the Starchild, Simmons the demon, Frehley the Spaceman, and Criss the Catman.

When did Kiss start?

Kiss performed its first concert using the name “Kiss” in Queens, New York on January 30, 1973.

Where was Kiss formed?

Kiss was formed in New York City with their first performance at the Popcorn Club in Queens.

What was the original name of the band Kiss?

Prior to forming Kiss, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley formed Wicked Lester, their first band together. In 1972, Wicked Lester disbanded leading Stanley and Simmons to form Kiss with Peter Criss and Ace Frehley in early 1973.

What does the name "Kiss" mean?

Contrary to widespread opinion, the band's name has no particular significance. It is simply a name Stanely and the rest of the team liked.

Why did Ace Frehley leave Kiss?

Ace Frehley left Kiss in 1982 because he felt that staying in the band would do him more harm than good. At that time, Frehley had developed substance abuse issues. He believed moving away from the band and the rockstar lifestyle would help him move in a new direction and give him an opportunity to really focus on himself.

Why did Peter Criss leave Kiss?

Peter Criss left the band three times: He first left in 1980 to pursue a solo musical career. In his 2012 memoir, Criss records how he intentionally sabotaged three of the band's final stage performances before his eventual departure.

Criss reunited with Kiss in 1996 for the band’s Alive/Worldwide Tour. However, he was not welcomed back as an actual member; instead, he was considered a paid-on contract member who was paid substantially less than others who were considered full members. He left in 2001 due to a contractual disagreement with the band.

He returned again in 2002, appearing on the Kiss Symphony Alive IV DVD/CD and touring with the band during the Rocksimus Maximus Tour with Aerosmith. After the tour, Criss left the band for the third time.

How long is Gene Simmons's tongue?

Gene Simmon is famously known for his abnormally long tongue, which he often displays during his live performances. It measures an impressive seven inches.

How many concerts has KISS had?

KISS has had 2,990 concerts.

What genre is KISS?

KISS is most often considered to be Rock, United States, Pop Rock, Metal, Hard Rock, Classic Rock, Heavy Metal, Album Oriented Rock (AOR), Glam Metal, Glam Rock, Glam, and Arena Rock.

When was the last KISS concert?

The last KISS concert was on December 02, 2023 at PPV STREAMING : MADISON SQUARE GARDEN in New York, New York, United States.

What setlist does KISS play live?

The songs that KISS performs live vary, but here's the latest setlist that we have from the December 02, 2023 concert at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York, United States:

  1. Rock and Roll
  2. Detroit Rock City
  3. Shout It Out Loud
  4. Deuce
  5. War Machine
  6. Heaven's on Fire
  7. I Love It Loud
  8. Say Yeah
  9. Cold Gin
  10. Guitar Solo
  11. Lick It Up
  12. Calling Dr. Love
  13. Makin' Love
  14. Psycho Circus
  15. Drum Solo
  16. 100,000 Years
  17. Bass Solo
  18. God of Thunder
  19. Love Gun
  20. I Was Made for Lovin' You
  21. Black Diamond
  22. Beth
  23. Do You Love Me
  24. Rock and Roll All Nite
  25. God Gave Rock and Roll to You II

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