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Ikons

Kiss · 2008

207 min · 56 tracks · hard rock

A high-octane collection of hard rock anthems that encapsulates KISS's theatrical flair and musical prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy party atmosphere
  • dynamic collection for varied moods
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • sing-along anthems with friends
  • celebratory tracks for nostalgia

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking cohesive long-form pieces
  • prefer slow, introspective sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, 'Ikons' is a compilation album showcasing KISS’s extensive catalog as they celebrated over three decades in the music industry. The band was capitalizing on their enduring legacy amidst a resurgence of classic rock appreciation, following their Rock Hall induction in 2014. This album arrives after their 'Sonic Boom' era, reflecting their commitment to both nostalgic and new listeners.
Stylistic neighbors
Aerosmith· Motörhead· Def Leppard

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 God of Thunder 4:15
  • 2 Almost Human 2:49
  • 3 Calling Dr. Love 3:47
  • 4 Ladies Room 3:30
  • 5 Christine Sixteen 3:14
  • 6 Deuce 3:04
  • 7 Rock and Roll All Nite 2:51
  • 8 Cold Gin 4:22
  • 9 Parasite 3:03
  • 10 Larger Than Life 4:01
  • 11 Love ’Em and Leave ’Em 3:47
  • 12 Plaster Caster 3:27
  • 13 Radioactive 3:53
  • 14 Charisma 4:27

Disc 2

  • 1 Detroit Rock City 5:18
  • 2 Love Gun 3:18
  • 3 Take Me 2:58
  • 4 Strutter 3:11
  • 5 C’mon and Love Me 2:55
  • 6 Hotter Than Hell 3:32
  • 7 100,000 Years 3:24
  • 8 Rock Bottom 3:56
  • 9 Do You Love Me? 3:34
  • 10 All American Man 3:14
  • 11 Mr. Speed 3:21
  • 12 I Stole Your Love 3:06
  • 13 Wouldn’t You Like to Know Me 3:20
  • 14 I Was Made for Lovin’ You 4:31

Disc 3

  • 1 New York Groove 3:03
  • 2 Shock Me 3:48
  • 3 2,000 Man 4:57
  • 4 Rocket Ride 4:08
  • 5 Snow Blind 3:58
  • 6 Speedin’ Back to My Baby 3:38
  • 7 Talk to Me 4:04
  • 8 What’s on Your Mind? 3:29
  • 9 Rip It Out 3:41
  • 10 Save Your Love 4:42
  • 11 Hard Times 3:33
  • 12 Two Sides of the Coin 3:18
  • 13 Dark Light 4:21
  • 14 Into the Void 4:23

Disc 4

  • 1 Hard Luck Woman 3:35
  • 2 Baby Driver 3:40
  • 3 Hooligan 3:01
  • 4 Beth 2:47
  • 5 I Can’t Stop the Rain 4:29
  • 6 Black Diamond 5:13
  • 7 Mainline 3:52
  • 8 Don’t You Let Me Down 3:43
  • 9 Dirty Livin’ 4:29
  • 10 Getaway 2:45
  • 11 Strange Ways 3:20
  • 12 That’s the Kind of Sugar Papa Likes 3:03
  • 13 Easy Thing 3:56
  • 14 I Finally Found My Way 3:41

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata