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July 20, 2025 71 mins

From ditching the makeup to chasing radio hits, from shifting lineups to shredding guitars, the ’80s were a turbulent and transformative era for the band. But how did KISS compare to the giants of the glam and metal scene — bands like Mötley Crüe, Def Leppard, Bon Jovi, and Van Halen?”

On this episode is all about dissecting the music, the image, the visibility, and the impact. Was KISS keeping pace or losing ground? Were they trendsetters or followers?

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