BANGER!| FIRST TIME HEARING Kiss - Strutter REACTION

[@_Frumious_Bandersnatch]

Early KISS is the best. Before ‘79 is real KISS. Later is more commercial. The version of this off of “Alive” has more energy

[@Kingofkaroke]

Agree. Love Gun was the last of real kiss

[@socialmediadelinquent5781]

A couple of months ago a very close friend from my childhood passed away of cancer, and his favorite group was Kiss, today would have been his 54th birthday. I know it’s just a coincidence, but thank you for doing this reaction on his birthday.

[@UberFlambe]

Try KISS with a different vocalist, Ace Frehley, and the classic (aren't they all) 'SHOCK ME'!!! (includes cowbell)

[@catjudo1]

Amber even says "they shocked me" in the video!

[@michaelbajar-kb5mq]

A great song that features Gene is “Domino”

[@jeremiahrose4681]

I would love to see their reaction to "Plaster Caster"....and of course the meaning behind the song. It would be priceless. Oh, Miss Cynthia Plaster Caster.

[@Kingofkaroke]

And ,,Nothing To Lose!

[@Kingofkaroke]

Some of the reactors are doing whole albums. Something to think about. You guys are my favorite

[@NeverTrustGhost]

Fun fact: This song was inspired by good-looking women in New York City who wore sexy clothes. If you were looking for introspective lyrics in 1974, there were lots of places to find them, but not on a Kiss album.

[@chrisstory563]

also fun fact. this song was re-recorded for a Kiss Compilation album Double Platinum where also the song was renamed Strutter 78"

[@pizzaking7878]

@@chrisstory563 Strutter 78 has a disco feel to it. I like the version from Alive!

[@granthoule]

@@chrisstory563 It sure was! I actually like that version better.

[@DavidRold-pt3ng]

YES, finally something from the debut album, imo, their best. So many tracks from this album were staples at all their live shows & Strutter being one of them. Guys, keep hitting this album. Black Diamond Deuce 100,000 years Cold Gin Nothin' To Lose Firehouse Like I said, all staples through out their career. Jay, I got two things for you. One, why are pausing it in the middle of Ace's solo, never pause in the middle of a solo. Two, Here We Go Steelers, Here We Go.

[@EricSmith-gx7lu]

yes!!!! early KISS classic. Much loved song.

[@johnlong9534]

I had a friend that knew more about rock stars than anyone else. he was a rock and roll encyclopedia. I saw KISS on TV one night. Like most people, I was blown away. The next day, I asked him about KISS and he never heard of them. I was the one who introduced him to KISS. Of course he found out about them. But for one moment, I was the king of rock trivia. I felt like I had just whipped Hulk Hogan in a wrestling match.

[@superstarlinux]

Strutter, Firehouse, Black Diamond will always be my favorite

[@catjudo1]

100,000 Years is one of mine. It seemed like some weird science fiction-y kind of lyrics in 6/8 time. That whole album is good!

[@brownie1341]

One of my favorite songs of all time. I cruised many miles to this tune cranked up all the way! Their whole first album absolutely rocked. Play "Black Diamond". If you liked Strutter, you'll also like Black Diamond.

[@kbusby4824]

Yes, The Midnight Special performance of Black Diamond.

[@magneto7930]

Old Kiss is the best!

[@DavidRold-pt3ng]

Yes, finally something from the debut album, imo, their best. So many tracks from this album were staples in their live shows all through the decades & Strutter was one of them. Black Diamond Deuce 100,000 Years Cold Gin Nothin' To Lose Firehouse All staples in their live shows. So please, keep hitting that. Jay I got two things for you. One, why are you pausing in the middle of Ace's solo. Never pause in the middle of a solo. Two, Here We Go Steelers, Here We Go

[@Ilurk247]

As a guitarist who had never heard of Kiss before I bought this album at 11 years old just because of the cover. I later joined the Kiss army (nerds in middle school) and to this day I can't leave the house or the car until the guitar solo is over in any song. 😂

[@donnamcmanus7360]

This was my first KISS album back in the 70's. I was 7 or 8 and my friend's teenage brother had it and I wanted it. To my surprise my mom actually got it for me. I think she thought they were kid stuff because of the makeup😂 She wasn't up on any current music as she was an older mom. Love this song!

[@chriscore8478]

“ Hooligan” with Peter Criss on lead vocals, a catchy rock’n song that’s tongue in cheek funny. It was my parent’s favorite Kiss song. I could play it loud in my room and not get in trouble.

[@thomasthompson698]

"Deuce" and "Shock Me," next please! Ace is my focus, and "Shock Me" has the bass, the drums and Ace's best solo on wax! "Parasite" is also killer.. written by Ace, sung by Gene... heavy, early Kiss!

[@charlenecross28]

Abdominal ACE as the singer will be different

[@One_Proud_Papa]

Rip It Out from the solo records is the best to me, but, yes, Shock Me is definitely up there.

[@thomasthompson698]

@One_Proud_Papa the catalog of Awesome solo material from Ace is pretty large for this guy! "Rip It Out," "Snowblind," "Speedin' Back to My Baby," just scratch the surface! "I hope you suffer!" 😁

[@One_Proud_Papa]

@@thomasthompson698 Suffuh...

[@froggy5935]

The older I get the better these old Kiss songs get...especially Paul Stanley's voice.

[@BoyNamedSue4]

Probably my favorite Kiss song.

[@oldnerdreviews]

Going for the old, classic, raw KISS! I love it! This whole album is fire!

[@novass8610]

You should give a listen to Cold Gin.

[@Jarrod-Ohio]

You'll love Kiss-I Still Love You Unplugged

[@leejones2010]

Pauls vocals are amazing in this.

[@dawngipe6324]

I totally agree...I actually love all the Unplugged album.

[@lockstar169]

I was acquainted with a local musician (a KISS fanatic) for years but I could tell he still hadn't made his mind up about me for some reason. That is until I busted out some Strutter on an acoustic guitar at a party. We've been friends ever since🤘

[@chrishutchinson1736]

Doesn't get more classic than this, first album. Great stuff.

[@StuartistStudio1964]

KISS is best experienced live. Their stage presence is phenomenal, and their antics are something to behold. Their best performances are with the original lineup of Gene, Paul, Ace, and Peter. Some of their best live performances on KZbin come from their 1970s tours, their 1998 reunion tour, and their Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Concert. The 1998 Brooklyn Bridge Concert is killer, especially their performance of Rock 'n' Roll All Night.

[@Sethery306]

The one that started it all! Great choice!

[@erikrupp692]

Think about this - Paul Stanley was only 21 years old when he wrote and recorded Strutter with KISS. 21.

[@barryraboy8412]

You guys have to do" Makin' Love"

[@maggedo-x1s]

Chaim Witz is Gene Simmons' real name, & he was born near Jerusalem in '48, his Mother a Holocaust survivor. He met w: 3 other Mensch in NYC & made: KISS! 💙🤘

[@Vincent_N89]

Love that you two are still going strong with the reactions... which makes you one of, if not the best reactioners on YT!

[@jeffreyflint6286]

Takin me back to the beginning. Debut album 1974. Side one, song one. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤👍👍🤘🤘 Rock and Roll Forever!

[@scottelement]

From “Alive!” Album: Black Diamond Cold Gin 100,000 Years

[@dawngipe6324]

I always liked Let Me Go Rock and Roll off the live album to...just made u wanna get up and jam.

[@scottelement]

@@dawngipe6324 another great pick!

[@lancefraizer5137]

The very first song on their very first album in 1974

[@tristramcoffin926]

Strutter is my favorite KISS song. Thank you for doing this.

[@tedrichardson3095]

FOR SOMETHING HARD. " MAKIN LOVE" IS A BANGER.

[@carlosspeicywiener7018]

Wow, almost 45 years and I still remember every lyric and intonation. The power of ROCK.

[@magnificentfailure2390]

Buddy, it's been closer to 50 years.. Matter of fact, it's been 50 years since this past April. We're old.

[@someoldatheist6712]

Same here. 13 year old me wore this album out.

[@magneto7930]

Calling Dr Love by Kiss, that's the one you need to hear next!

[@billa3785]

From the Rock and Roll Over album. (it's original) No other version compares.

[@magneto7930]

@billa3785 well, hopefully they listen to the original version because I wouldn't want to hear any other version.

[@billa3785]

@@magneto7930 Agree, that is why I mentioned it. The remastered, and on other albums sound different. Not sure is you ever noticed.

[@magneto7930]

@billa3785 yes I did notice. I remember buying a Greatest Hits CD years ago and there was a very crappy mix of Hard Luck Woman on there. Plus, they had since re-recorded a lot of songs, maybe to eliminate Ace and Peter's names from the recordings. I wouldn't want them to react to any of those either.

[@billa3785]

@@magneto7930 Smashes, Thrashes, and Hits?

[@joeskalamera252]

The 1st album that started all the chaos!!! There's so much more in the KISS history. Songs from the ELDER and Unmasked. Two unrated album's. Some good songs like the Oath, World without Heros, I, Is that You, Shandi, What makes the World go Round... Ect. Jay would love also War Machine great bass by Gene in it.

[@GaryCain-qf5vi]

Thanks for another 💋KISS HIT! Peace 😊✌️ ☮️ and Love ❤ your 70 year old forever Young Hippie Gary 💃🕺 Great Reaction 💋 here's a Kiss back at Yah! 💋 😘

[@ericroth9514]

The very beginning! 1st song off KISS' 1st album, and the image you had up was the album cover. It's still one of their best albums. You MUST do Black Diamond, preferably live on the Modnight Special. Peter Criss does a killer lead vocal.

[@leekrick6051]

This song was off their first album (1974) and a great one. Two others off that album I recommend are “Black Diamond” and “Deuce”.

[@leekrick6051]

I saw them live in June 1974 at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska. They played almost every song in this first album. They were the opening act for a British group called Savoy Brown, but Kiss definitely stole the show. “Black Diamond” is epic Kiss.

[@jonathangilbert2456]

Oh yeah. Essential Kiss from their debut album.

[@jgsrhythm100]

More early Kiss but from Kiss Alive- Parasite

[@craighayes3894]

Y’all HAVE GOT TO START doing live performances of KISS

[@MrDoneboy]

Ya'll should do "Firehouse", from the same album!

[@myownchannel247]

Did y’all know that Rush use to open for Kiss back then? True story 🎸

[@barrycollier7451]

Y'all need to watch some of their live performances of these songs.

[@RockaRolla1971]

This song was 1974 so videos were not a thing yet

[@vicgonzalesable]

KISS-I've Had Enough (Into The Fire)

[@Kingofkaroke]

Nothing to Lose KISS. I STILL LOVE You mtv unplugged video

[@brt5273]

YAY! Now do "New York Groove" please❤

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

Hard to go wrong with something from KISS !

[@itchyandred4131]

My second favorite song from kiss my first is "She" ✌️&❤️

[@jogumby]

Thanks guys! Man it's been a long time but I love that toon. One word chorus! Just an FYI, back in the day the 4 band members each did an individual album. If you want to have a fun listen get on Gene Simmons LP and listen to him sing, "when you wish upon a star". Surprised me!

[@alexandervasel6845]

Pure entertainment! Kiss never left fans wanting!

[@grant1739]

Kiss - War Machine

[@gwts1171]

You should check out "Goin' Blind" - one of my favorite Kiss songs.

[@dawngipe6324]

I love the unplugged version as well!!!

[@digimortalone2759]

One of my favorite KISS songs is Dirty Livin. Its sung by Peter. Such an overlooked song, in my opinion.

[@DaveSumner68]

Got this album for my birthday in '75. Imagine what this did to a 7 or 8 year old. One of their best is one Ace sings, "Shock Me."

[@jheremyhuerta]

Detroit Rock City in Rock Honors VH1 is an amazing video performed by KISS.

[@venomdust1]

My favorite KISS song . I was 10 years old when I first heard it. The Double platinum album had an updated version .

[@DavidBill-v1x]

I had 2nd row in 1977 still my favorite concert of all time.

[@lenb5337]

Still probably my fav KISS song.

[@laurenced2916]

Reminds me of Guitar Hero 2! I played those Guitar Hero games so much

[@Gordy63]

My favorite KISS song and love Ace Freehly’s wailing guitar solo 🤘

[@vegasraiderspetef9883]

It's always fun to see how amber is wearing her hair! Looking good

[@justjulesinmi]

You need to find one of the live performances of Strutter. KISS is always better live! They did this one right up to the very end! 🤘💜❤💚💙

[@raymondohlsen5054]

Gotta love KISS! Great old tune!

[@ericoberlies7537]

My favorite KISS song.

[@josephdurham6051]

"black diamond" and "100,000 years". Two good ones

[@MikeBUSA]

Straight up foot stompin' rock and roll. Simple and to the point.

[@donbergeson6771]

From the age of 4 in 1976 when I became a KISS fan, this has always been one of my favorite songs. This is not the version to listen to though. The producers on the 1st two albums did not come close to capturing the KISS sound. The version off of Alive! would be the best version to listen to.

[@donsavignano4396]

One of my favorite songs from kiss. Did you know that the members are from NYC. So sad that they are retired now. There in their 70s. Take care

[@ken-bh3hr]

Love when I'm crusin the web and y'all pop up

[@catjudo1]

6:45 "They shocked me..." yep, they made you feel better! Now, go check out Kiss' "Shock Me", which was, I believe, the first studio track on which Ace Frehley sang vocals. Also, I can't believe you haven't heard this before. You have a Kiss Bass on the wall! Which one of you plays the bass?

[@sumonjamal1653]

Can't go wrong w/ the first Kiss album from 1974... It eventually sold gold in the US (half million copies) and it is one of the underappreciated debut albums along w/ the 1973 debut album by Aerosmith ... the 1974 debut album by Judas Priest - 'Rocka Rolla'... The 1978 debut album by Motorhead ... the 1974 debut album by Rush ... the jazzy, space rock debut album 'Lonesome Crow' by Scorpions in 1972 ... the 1972 debut album by Blue Oyster Cult... etc.

[@tracyshaw1237]

Is that Gene Simmons axe bass on your wall? ❤

[@theodoreritola7641]

JAY you hardly EVER give 70s ROCK ANY CREDIT but you like the 70s way more then you WILL EVER admidit LOL ... This was 1974 i was 14 then . Take care Rob Squad

[@markmorgan3058]

Look at Amber wearing some good old Canadian company clothes. Our renowned 'Roots"

[@georgewallerlll496]

Its a Coincidence you should say "shocked me", as they have a song called Shock me, with vocals by guitarist Ace Frehley! Another song to check out!

[@alanclark6761]

Man, you guys need to listen to the live version when reacting to Kiss (Alive I & II). Total different energy.

[@kdm71291]

I’ve known many KISS fans over the years, starting in my early teens…one of them once had a cat that he named Strutter.

[@GTRmike64]

The demo version of Strutter is killer...faster, more energetic and raw.

[@LarryGonzalez00]

Nothin' To Lose and C'mon and Love Me are two Kiss bangers you've got to try.

[@darrellwaller6205]

[@mmnj6963]

When my parents heard the version of this on “Alive,” they were ready to throw me out of the house, insisting I was a lost cause. And, I was only 12 years old.

[@beatlefan64]

Classic song from a classic album!❤

[@JDdiGriz]

Y'all should check out the KISS movie, Detroit Rock City on your movie channel. They made it for and about the fans. Every KISS fan should check it out, they literally made it with us fans in mind.

[@PowerTom_kyle]

1st song, from debut album. My favorite tracks are Let Me Know and Kissin’ Tume.

[@lw3918]

You need to do KISS "Domino".

[@rnrsteev]

Thanks Guys! I was crankin' this song (on original vinyl) today at 6:30ish AM. Fun.

[@danielshea518]

Now you need an Ace sung KISS song. You listened to Peter singing "BETH" , but his harder songs are better like "HOOLIGAN", or "NOTHIN' TO LOSE". ACE sings SHOCK ME", ROCKET RIDE", and "2000 MAN" to name a few.

[@ken7531077]

The Rolling Stones- Almost Hear You Sigh

[@Jezza819]

I remember the version of Strutter on Double Platinum where you could hear the fingers sliding on the strings during the chorus. I always thought that was cool. I've been calling for "Unholy" on your last few KISS videos. "War Machine" would also be a good one.

[@powerslave9365]

Kiss - Crazy Crazy Nights

[@amrak5028]

This was my KISS!

[@DavidCause-g2b]

Wonderful to see your smiles!!!! 😃

[@jaymez3461]

I'm gonna suggest a deep cut. Charisma It's from their 1979 album Dynasty, which you guys have reacted to a couple of tracks from already. It features Gene on vocals and is super catchy. I think both of you would love it!

[@FLeX12391]

Any classic KISS before 1979 is amazing.

[@vegasraiderspetef9883]

Dude the *,80s albums are good and monster and sonic boom are great . Kiss is gene and Paul and whoever they decide to work with

[@FLeX12391]

@@vegasraiderspetef9883 So true I love all versions of KISS. All member brought something to the band.

[@sukie584]

This is my favorite KISS song… the Band The Donnas do a really good version

[@carlosnavarro9376]

Gotta play Shock Me! Lead guitarist Ace Frehley on vocals and killer solo

[@georgewallerlll496]

You guys should have checked out a live version of this song, I'm sure there are many videos of this song!