In a recent interview on the *Decibel Geek Podcast*, Ace Frehley discussed his relationship with Eric Singer, KISS’s current drummer. Frehley praised Singer’s drumming skills, noting his impressive performance on tracks like “Shock Me” during a past jam session. Frehley expressed admiration for Singer, highlighting his respect and their ongoing friendship despite the turbulence surrounding KISS over the years.
Frehley mentioned that while he holds Singer in high regard, Singer’s preference would likely be to have Frehley back in the band instead of Tommy Thayer, the current guitarist. This acknowledgment subtly underscores the ongoing dynamics and personal preferences within the KISS camp, despite Frehley’s positive comments about Singer.
In the past, there was some friction between Frehley and Singer. Singer had responded to Frehley’s criticisms of KISS’s recent lineup, specifically addressing Frehley’s comments about the band being a “half KISS cover band.” Singer pointed out that Frehley had previously accepted the replacement members wearing KISS’s original makeup while still being part of the band. This past exchange highlights the complex history and shifting sentiments among KISS’s members.
Despite past disagreements, Frehley has expressed goodwill towards KISS, wishing them well for their final shows of the “End Of The Road” tour. He acknowledged that some of the past criticisms might have been influenced by the heat of the moment or memory lapses, and emphasized that there are no hard feelings.
In other news, Frehley has been active with his solo career. His new album, *10,000 Volts*, was released on February 23 via MNRK Music Group. The album, featuring 11 tracks produced by Frehley and Steve Brown of TRIXTER, follows his 2018 release, *Spaceman*. Notably, Gene Simmons co-wrote and played bass on two tracks from *Spaceman*, showcasing a continued, albeit occasional, collaboration between the two.
The discussion of Frehley’s and KISS’s past highlights the complex relationships and ongoing respect among the band members, despite their diverging paths and personal dynamics.
