Rock legend Gene Simmons, co-founder of KISS, has made it clear that retirement from music is not on his horizon. Despite KISS wrapping up their farewell tour and the band preparing for their highly anticipated one-off reunion in Las Vegas this November, Simmons isn’t stepping away from the stage anytime soon. The iconic bassist recently addressed the abrupt cancellation of the first 17 dates of his 2025 tour with the Gene Simmons Band, shedding light on his reasons for the change.
Simmons, known for his larger-than-life persona and flamboyant stage presence, emphasized that his decision to cancel the early portion of his tour had nothing to do with his health. In fact, the 74-year-old rocker assured fans that he is in good health, but simply needs some time to reorganize certain aspects of his band. Simmons explained that this break will also give him the opportunity to focus on KISS’s highly anticipated Las Vegas reunion show, which is still set to go forward in November.
“I’ve got a lot of moving parts,” Simmons said in a recent interview. “It’s not about health, I’m fine. It’s about rearranging a few things with my band and getting prepared for the KISS show in Las Vegas. You can’t go into a show like that half-prepared. It’s a big deal.” The reunion show in Las Vegas will be a special moment for KISS fans, and Simmons recognizes the immense importance of making sure everything is in place for the monumental occasion.
As for his future in music, Simmons has no plans of stepping away anytime soon. “My ego won’t allow it,” he joked, adding that he’s as passionate about performing as ever. While many musicians retire from the stage after
The news of the canceled dates stirred some concerns among fans, but Simmons assured them that the rescheduled performances will still take place later in 2025. “We’re just fine-tuning things,” Simmons added. “It’s all going to be worth the wait.”
For fans of KISS and Simmons’ solo work, the upcoming reunion in Las Vegas promises to be a spectacular event, marking another milestone in the storied career of one of rock’s most enduring figures. While the Gene Simmons Band will have to wait a little longer to hit the road in 2025, Simmons’ commitment to music remains as strong as ever, proving that retirement is far from his mind.
As Simmons continues to juggle his solo career and the iconic KISS legacy, one thing is for certain: Gene Simmons has no intention of leaving the stage any time soon. His ego, it seems, won’t allow it.
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