Origins, Vol. 1 cover

Released 10 years ago

Origins, Vol. 1

Ace Frehley · 2016

51 min · 12 tracks · hard rock

A vibrant homage to classic rock, combining hard-hitting riffs with Frehley's signature guitar work and soulful vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • nostalgic vibes for classic fans
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • soulful vocals and guitar interplay

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
  • dislike covers of classic songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2016, 'Origins, Vol. 1' marks Ace Frehley's first studio album of original material since 2009's 'Anomaly', showcasing his return to the music scene after a period of relative quiet. This album also serves as a collection of covers that reflect his influences, signaling a phase where Frehley revisits the roots that shaped his iconic sound as a founding member of KISS.
Stylistic neighbors
Peter Criss· Alice Cooper· Ted Nugent

Tracklist

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

  • 1 White Room 5:05
  • 2 Street Fighting Man 4:01
  • 3 Spanish Castle Magic 3:35
  • 4 Fire and Water 4:11
  • 5 Emerald 4:29
  • 6 Bring It On Home 4:26
  • 7 Wild Thing 3:45
  • 8 Parasite 4:03
  • 9 Magic Carpet Ride 3:43
  • 10 Cold Gin 5:18
  • 11 Till the End of the Day 2:27
  • 12 Rock and Roll Hell 6:33

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