Celebrate 50 Years of KISS’s ‘Dressed to Kill‘ with a One-of-a-Kind Audio Tour
Attention, KISS Army! The legendary rock band is inviting fans from New York and around the world to join in a unique celebration for the 50th anniversary of their iconic album *Dressed to Kill*. Starting on March 22, music lovers can walk in the very footsteps of KISS in the bustling streets of New York City, where the famous album cover was shot back in 1975.
The *Dressed to Kill* album holds a significant place in rock history, featuring timeless tracks like “She,” “C’mon and Love Me,” and the universally beloved anthem “Rock and Roll All Nite.” The cover itself, a bold image of the band members in sharp suits, exudes the raw, rebellious energy that KISS embodied. This year, to mark half a century since its release, fans can embark on an exclusive audio tour that takes them to the very street corner in Manhattan where the band posed for the photo that would become one of the most recognizable in rock history.
Walk in KISS’s Footsteps
On March 22, the journey begins at the iconic sidewalk crossing on the corner of West 23rd Street and 8th Avenue in New York City, where KISS members Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, and the album’s original photographer Bob Gruen will narrate the audio tour. As you follow the path of KISS through the city
Whether you’re a die-hard KISS fan or a rock history enthusiast, this tour offers a chance to experience the energy of 1975 firsthand. Listen closely as the band and Gruen share anecdotes and personal memories about the iconic cover shoot and the magic of that era in New York’s downtown scene.
Get Immortalized in KISS Fashion
For those able to make it to New York, the celebration doesn’t end with the audio tour. Fans are encouraged to bring out their inner KISS with a re-creation of the *Dressed to Kill* album cover. Suit up in your best KISS-inspired outfit, makeup, and attitude, and head to the famous street corner to snap your own homage to the legendary image. Once you’ve captured the perfect shot, share it on social media with the hashtag #dressedtokill50. As a special bonus, the first fans to upload their photos will receive a limited-edition *Dressed to Kill* T-shirt, commemorating 50 years of one of the most important albums in rock history.
Fans can also visit nearby Generation Records for an exclusive KISS merch pop-up, where you can pick up additional KISS memorabilia to remember the day.
Worldwide Access for KISS Fans
Not in New York? Don’t worry! KISS is making sure their fans from across the globe can still participate in the celebration. The audio tour will be available for free on KISSonline.com starting March 22. Simply sign up via the KISS Army to access the tour, and join the worldwide celebration of *Dressed to Kill*’s 50th anniversary. From anywhere in the world, you can enjoy the history and stories behind one of rock’s greatest albums and share your own unique photo tribute using the #dressedtokill50 hashtag.
A Timeless Legacy
Released on March 19, 1975, *Dressed to Kill* not only gave the world classic tracks that became KISS anthems, but it also provided one of the most iconic album covers in rock music. The sharp suits, bold attitude, and undeniable charisma captured in that image would go on to define the band’s visual identity for years to come.
As KISS continues to celebrate 50 years of *Dressed to Kill*, this special audio tour is a tribute to the energy and spirit of the era, giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with the band’s roots and honor their legacy in a truly unique way.
So, whether you’re strolling through the streets of New York or participating from the comfort of your own home, it’s time to suit up, rock out, and join the KISS Army in celebrating 50 years of *Dressed to Kill*.
Leave a Reply