Why this album works
'Kiss 40' not only celebrates four decades of music but also serves as a testament to Kiss's enduring popularity, reaching No. 27 on the Billboard 200 chart. The compilation was well-received by fans, highlighting key tracks that showcase their influence on hard rock and glam metal scenes.
- Best for
- celebratory sing-along anthems dynamic compilation of hits for party atmosphere
- Context
- Released in 2014, 'Kiss 40' marked the band's 40th anniversary and served as a retrospective of their extensive career. This album came after their induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014, a significant recognition of their impact on rock music. It features both classic hits and live performances, capturing the band’s evolution and enduring legacy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Cooper· Mötley Crüe· Aerosmith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Nothin’ to Lose 3:23
- 2 Let Me Go, Rock ’n’ Roll 2:14
- 3 C’mon and Love Me 2:56
- 4 Rock and Roll All Nite (live) Standout 4:00
- 5 God of Thunder (demo) 2:56
- 6 Beth 2:46
- 7 Hard Luck Woman 3:33
- 8 Reputation (demo) 5:40
- 9 Christine Sixteen 3:11
- 10 Shout It Out Loud (live) 3:25
- 11 Strutter ’78 3:41
- 12 You Matter to Me 3:14
- 13 Radioactive 3:51
- 14 New York Groove 2:59
- 15 Hold Me, Touch Me 3:39
- 16 I Was Made for Lovin’ You (single edit) Standout 4:01
- 17 Shandi 3:35
- 18 A World Without Heroes 2:37
- 19 I Love It Loud 4:13
- 20 Down on Your Knees 3:28
- 21 Lick It Up 3:54
- 22 Heaven’s on Fire 3:18
Disc 2
- 1 Tears Are Falling 3:53
- 2 Reason to Live 4:00
- 3 Let’s Put the X in Sex 3:49
- 4 Forever 3:52
- 5 God Gave Rock ’n’ Roll to You II 5:20
- 6 Unholy (live) 3:32
- 7 Do You Love Me? (MTV Unplugged) 3:15
- 8 Room Service (live) 3:38
- 9 Jungle (radio edit) 4:54
- 10 Psycho Circus 4:51
- 11 Nothing Can Keep Me From You 4:05
- 12 Detroit Rock City (live) Standout 4:43
- 13 Deuce (live) 3:51
- 14 Firehouse (live) 3:52
- 15 Modern Day Delilah 3:37
- 16 Cold Gin (live) 5:31
- 17 Crazy Crazy Nights (live) 4:08
- 18 Hell or Hallelujah 4:07
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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