Ernie Ball: String Theory featuring Paul Stanley of KISS

[@clellmorris]

This is probably the best Paul Stanley video I've seen. No bullshit. THIS is why he is a legend.

[@johnhoward8520]

You betcha

[@ssolo8]

Right on, pal!

[@mikeseaquest9246]

Rock solid rhythm

[@andrewcawthon4720]

Great video , greatest frontman of rock n roll , great guitar player , great Great song writer , thanks Paul Just wish u and ace could do one more kiss album !!!

[@mosh7697]

Without Malcom, there would be no Angus...

[@jorgeabaezp9365]

Can we all agree that his tone is glorious

[@Mickcotton]

Sansamp right into his computer No Amps ✅🤘👍 XLR straight into the House. No Amps or Cabinets

[@davechristian7543]

not at all like pmsl..

[@andresaagg3362]

​@@Mickcottonyeah but why

[@Hitemwhereithurtss]

Seriously

[@SpenserJones-x1p]

I come here at least every other day for the tones

[@1439of2000]

"People break the rules but you should know them before you try to break them" Thats wisdom

[@ferox965]

Miles Davis said the same thing. It's great advice.

[@dadasha]

GTFOH!

[@user-qr7ee2cp4y]

The "rules" give you a starting point and it's always good to know them and why they're the "rules". I think that's a reason grunge failed... they didn't know the rules and weren't interested in learning them or bettering themselves... eventually people will expect to do things like play in tune....

[@lactate8008s]

It's really nothing groundbreaking... it's good advice, but also old wisdom

[@mikeseaquest9246]

Truth

[@cupofshutupjuice]

I’m not a Kiss guy, but I love listening to Paul speak. Intelligent, articulate And still has the passion. Respect.

[@drewciferf5832]

For some reason, I refuse to buy a new book on audible… I keep listening to five of the same books repeatedly on my drive to and from work, Paul Stanley’s “face the music” autobiography is something I can listen to over and over. You should check it out.

[@justawitness4963]

This is why KISS sounds so good live--- Paul is a killer guitarist, and Ace shines in the solos because Paul keeps the songs sounding full. I saw KISS live in the 70's, 80's & 90's. Great legacy these guys built.

[@carolannsimpkins3071]

My man xxx

[@BusterRoonie]

Lol

[@alwaysopen7970]

Ace is the real deal; he and Peter Criss are the rock and roll side of the KISS vaudeville show. Gene and Paul are the ultimate clowns you watch but the other two hold it down.

[@gab2876]

@@alwaysopen7970 Paul’s the rhythm guitarist he practically holds it down as his role 🤦‍♂️

[@roypellerin5146]

very true....Paul Rocks

[@michealfrederick327]

cool to see Paul Stanley just sit down and jam.

[@TheMegaGamingKid]

it would be a whole different story with Gene, he'd be like everyone else sucks except from me and Kiss

[@LeviChangsMusic]

Interviewer: Gene why did you start playing music? Gene: I like money

[@leokimvideo]

Paul is rock solid in his advice. He certainly knows his craft.

[@afrocoolio25]

He is also spot on about rhythm playing. Some people just cannot get down "good" rhythm playing. If you have not focused on rhythm playing, and only focused on soloing, your concept of music is at least 75% lost. I am so glad I played bass for years before I took guitar seriously.

[@rgtm1314]

Bo Riddley yet his playing makes millions. How about your playing?👀

[@MachineGunAustin]

yo leokimvideo i didn't know you like Kiss. sick

[@GonzGunner]

Damn right he knows his craft. And to me, he has never gotten the credit he deserves, not only for his guitar work in regards to KISS, but his guitar work, period! When he remarked here "that if a song can't be played on a single instrument, it's not a good song", he's spot on.

[@davechristian7543]

for someone who has been playing for well over 65 years he don't play well at all trust me. n no offence im just telling it how it is.

[@RickyFicarelli]

The absolute man.

[@bobby-bu3ky]

Paul is great!! seems he’s gotten a little less flamboyant as he’s aged!!! But hey it’s part of a show in the 70s they were considered not so talented but believe me ace and Paul are very talented and have a very beautiful ears keep on going guys!!! I’ve seen his solo act two just an awesome person!!

[@francoislecanadien1710]

"You can spend a lifetime working on your rhythms" well said !

[@Mickcotton]

François LeCanadien excellent advice from Paul. Just Listen to Keef Richards. It’s all Rhythm Baby 😇

[@TitanBP]

@@Mickcotton keith?

[@straty5598]

​@@TitanBPKeef !!!! It's a well used and known twist on his name

[@JayBruceWorld]

Not only is Paul a great frontman, singer and songwriter but he’s a great guitar player. He gets a lot of hate but I have a tremendous amount of respect for him. Immensely underrated.

[@marleesuarez7162]

Ikr? I see people hating on him all the time, just because he realized some members of KISS weren't a good fit. He's actually insanely mindful, and people only see him as the man who fired Peter Criss and Vinnie Vincent.

[@alwaysopen7970]

I covered lots of KISS tunes in bands. the opening riffs by Paul were a trick to learn by ear. Its all now on KZbin. The balladeque opening to "Rockbottom" was fun as the lead player in my band knew exactly what to play to accentuate the opening chords I finger picked. If your band can cover "Paranoid" you are some bad mother fuckers as that tune is near impossible.

[@anakinB11]

@@marleesuarez7162 people just like to hate on Kiss, because "haters hate perfection"

[@emanhacker]

He gets a lot of hate because of him continuing to tour with half of kiss and pre-recorded backing tracks. People don’t on him as an artist or musician from back when he still had it vocal wise.

[@Mickcotton]

He Is A Rock n Roll God. ❤. Not Gene 👎

[@matthanchuck7577]

Great voice...good rhythm player...killer songwriter...gotta give Paul the props he deserves

[@jcavazos4145]

Matt Hanchuck. He's good.

[@ThatBlownAwayGuy]

Def the greatest member of the band.

[@jayd9981]

Can sing along with all the riffs. Good old Kiss stuff

[@agrupacionlaguneros8156]

And a wonderful entertainer

[@gamingshot7646]

@Quincy Jones well today yes. But in his prime he was beast in vocals.

[@dkstryker]

Paul really knows what he's talking about. The man's written some of the greatest rock songs ever!!

[@brendazuloaga9313]

Días paúl saleter

[@garyconner6151]

Lord I'm gonna miss them when they pass away.its like part of me died when Neal Peart passed away.i learned souch from him .I was turning into him on the drums mustache and all.and I'm black.lofl

[@Mickcotton]

Yes He Has ❤.

[@wh3174]

These riffs are like the soundtrack to my childhood.

[@dwconrad7776]

I have never been accused of being the smartest guy in the room but the tone from his guitar is absolutely amazing!

[@jeannet7443]

Not only that, but he is extremely articulate; lots of quotable lines here.

[@Symbiotespider5]

@ looks likes playing a 59'

[@MrSkippydrums]

Actually it’s a Les Paul from 1994, what he thinks was the second golden age for Les Pauls... he posted several messages and photos of that guitar on social media. It’s also the ENGL amp that he uses...it’s discontinued now... GREAT sound indeed!

[@Symbiotespider5]

@@MrSkippydrums yeah but the model, isn't it a reissue of a R9, regardless of it being made in 1994.

[@yucatansuckaman5726]

This series is amazing. No interruption just the artist, his axe and the story. And the strings! Great stuff!!!!!!

[@MrAdamJoel]

So great to see these riffs up close by the man who wrote them.

[@zorroonmilkavitch1840]

I don't know why but there's two kinds of guitar players out there there's guitar players that play their own stuff and guitar players that steal stuff and I don't know why but Paul looks like he robbed every f****** lick he ever heard or played

[@zorroonmilkavitch1840]

@a steinmann point taken and well said I might say.

[@zorroonmilkavitch1840]

@a steinmann well said well said

[@jeffbaker634]

Perfect example of why Rhythm guitar is so important to a song and it's band. Paul Stanley, thank you for all those classic KISS songs you just played. Not to many people can run around on stage playing and singing at the same time like you've been doing for 40+years. Truly a Rock legend.

[@jnixo9900]

what i love about his playing is that its rock solid basic rock n roll with hard strikes and string articulation. A little page like sloppiness in a superb rock way. Just perfect.

[@Joefalconeri001]

One of the best Les Paul dirt tones I've ever heard. 👌😎

[@bluraynation5188]

@4stringz Based on the fact that he tunes down a half step I would say the Ernie Ball Power or Beefy Slinky nickel wound strings

[@montag4516]

Yep, that's a straight up killer/classic to be he's got there. Almost certainly plugged straight into the amp without a rediculous, over stocked pedal board of boxes to distract and stumble over. Plug in, turn it up, and rock on.

I'd have expected the sound coming from that Les Paul was more so from an SG. Now let's hear Paul play the same on the SG. Comparable to getting a right uppercut from Mike Tyson in his prime.

[@ashuzguitar]

@@montag4516 your last 3 words inspire the turn on, tune in, drop out of the golden hippie era !

[@The.Magnificent.one.2025]

​@@bluraynation5188Ernie Balls lol.

[@roosternm6830]

Watching Paul play all the classic KISS tunes made me go to my room and grab my Flying V and I played every rhythm I could think of and I had a blast. Im neither a great lead player or rythm player. I can play covers all day and make them sound good with a band and all, but playing from the soul where you correct your bad habits on guitar and make every note audible............nothing like it. Thanks for the passion Paul.

[@GoNorthDesign]

This is terrific! I wish Paul had his own instructional guitar videos for awesome "rhythm" playing. Always great to learn from the artists who actually wrote the riffs. Learned so much just from this video. \m/

[@marianadelorenzo3946]

Matthew Phillips agree

[@noisespektrum5416]

That would be great...hopefully he releases it on VHS

[@bradstewart2777]

Yeah, it'd be so awesome to learn his unique technique on how to properly fret a two note power chord. Pipe down, princess.

[@jeffc4178]

@@bradstewart2777 Thank you for speaking the truth. 😂

[@martypapworth5977]

Brad brad brad... although funny...2 strings only? Really? Come on man!

[@nicksideris2600]

Very fitting he ends it with Strutter. Their very 1st song on their very first album, such great riffs. What a living legend!

[@synthogd808]

He may not play the best flashiest licks I’ve ever seen but he sounds great for what he does and it works perfect for the songs he writes and it has power and originality to it.

[@thomasjust2663]

Some people say the same thing about Andres Segovia, but we need to remember when these guys were young and learning guitar, there was no internet, no resources like today, it wasn't as easy

[@iandavidson4852]

The master at work...author of more classics than you'd think possible. Killer tone and a heartfelt love of rock'n'roll that's infectious and very, very real. Love this guy. He's the real thing. A dying breed. Watching him play is a joyous thing.

[@michaelmarshall1713]

I have been a Kiss fan for 40 plus years . Recently I have really become enamoured with Paul . The Kisstory Movie showed his class. The Last Concert I saw of them he was having fun and Gibson just did a similar story but about his collection . Paul is a guitar fan and very good guitar player and he is right about rhythm ( Malcolm Young ) . The man can play , sing , paint , write and god knows what else . The Soul Of Kiss .

[@barryhouchin5645]

That tone is simply outstanding. Thank you Paul for giving one of your long-time fans such a great guitar lesson.

[@TheStones1965]

When I taught guitar Strutter was always in the mix to teach the importance of rhythm. Saw KISS three times and had Alive in 1975. Life changing album. Pure Rock n Roll.

[@LEJSKAN]

This guy is a reason why kids in 70's bought they guitars and started playing, one of the guys who formed the rock and roll

[@toddrussell8554]

Canticleer indeed..i was 1 of them..still in grade school at the time..but Kiss was 1 of many that ifluenced me to play guitar

[@LEJSKAN]

Im too one of them when i got obsessed with kiss music 1 and half year ago and i started to play too

[@pjn2432]

One of the reasons

[@scottyd2262]

ṨpacedΛce Sa KISS is the reason I started playing guitar...

[@u.s.apower8044]

Right Fuckinh Who is ace the only two in that band are Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley😂

[@johnnyrotten5507]

he's such an articulate, intelligent and knowledgeable person - I love listening to him on and off stage.

[@PaulFJarnes]

There is something ultra satisfying about a sharp, crisp, hard-hitting, rhythm guitar section

[@bradleyparker4035]

Personally not a KISS fan, but my God how many people did Paul and Ace inspire to pick up the axe?

[@JB4375]

@John Stikittadaman I'm 55 and I could totally see me and some of my friends doing some shit like this. LOL. KISS Alive was my first real album when I was 10, and I just saw KISS for the third time last Saturday. (I've got an Epiphone Les Paul).

[@pedraw]

I'm one of them.

[@brendazuloaga9313]

🌷🌷🌷🌷🎸🎸🎸💋💋💋💋💋

[@scottrussell4742]

Bradley Parker destroyer changed me

[@DatMetalBoi75]

If not for Paul and Ace, there would be no dimebag Darrell

[@tcrane8630]

You can hear the conviction in his playing. Thats the power behind those songs.

[@MrChiprocks1]

I'm so glad that I found this channel. This is for me the best episode yet. I love that they went with Paul and chose to focus on Rhythm playing rather than leads. I would like to see more of these kinds of segments. Thumbs Up and Liked!

[@ChadDestruction]

Paul's playing here is fantastic. Killer tone! Thanks for posting.

[@jimmills8618]

Paul is an outstanding rhythm player, probably because he's so dedicated to it. And he's THE most underrated lead singer. Love his voice.

[@RokDAWG1]

His sound is brutal as fuck! WOW! I wish all KISS albums had this tone for their rhythm!

[@guadalupegamez5849]

Arthur Gonzales I agree. This the sound the albums were missing. I'm not sure why they couldn't be this brutal, as you put it. Imagine i Stole Your Love sounding like with this guitar sound on the Love Gun album!

[@lmjones7716]

They do. The rhythm sound alters when combined with bass, drums and lead guitar.

[@brianmckenzie1318]

That was the first thing that I noticed in the video, the tone! Loved it! Wonder what he was using?

[@RokDAWG1]

LM Jones Not exactly. Compression and production of their actual tones alter the sound a lot more the adding extra instruments. The sound would remain the same. Listen to Firehouse here and then go back to the recordings. It's not close to this mean sounding

[@RokDAWG1]

Brian M It's so BIG and MEAN sounding. I'd like to know what he's plugged into as well.

[@fearofnot]

Loving Paul's insight and attitude! :) Rock On!!!

[@Dagger_323]

Paul hit the nail right on the head. The best players were just as good at rhythm as they were at lead. It's equally important to practice until you're right in the pocket as it is to fly around on the fretboard.

[@TheMeJustMe75]

Right on Right on!

[@dyrhee1]

Yup! EVH is a good example of that. He called himself a rhythm guitarist.

[@wildh0rse1]

Oh yeah. I spent a lifetime playing ryhthm, its an art. Its about the backbone. And being the guy who writes the songs, I felt as if I was conducting the orchestra. Note how Paul harnesses the sound of that LP. That's the hard part of ryhthm guitar, not overpowering the background.

[@matthewpaluch777]

Dagger 323 Michael Schenker is a PERFECT example of what Paul means. To me he's the Ultimate rhythm guitarists. Oh yea, he's not that bad as a lead guitarists too!

[@LazloRolka]

you mean rudolph, right?

[@jonroth9656]

Paul Stanley is the whole package rolled into one - best vocalist, best rhythm guitarist, excellent song writer, on and on. Easily my favorite member of Kiss.

[@peterpanassow7814]

I agree!!! Paul rocks.

[@samanthavictoria3308]

Same here!!! He’s my favorite frontman which is saying a LOT!

[@riderpowermanagement6197]

Loved this music and Kiss since I was 9 yrs old. At 54 I still play and listen to the hottest band in the land!

[@couthon]

For those of you not keeping track: Flaming Youth Firehouse Hotter than Hell I Want You I Stole Your Love Detroit Rock City Take Me Strutter

[@JoeyP322]

couthon all awesome songs... all pre-1978...

[@jamesbarnett2483]

Take Me sounds great, killer riff!!

[@Mickcotton]

couthon yes Incredible Songs I will love Forever

[@nicorayo195]

He's playing the Ace Frehley era Kiss songs.

[@jayhardin3259]

Nico Rayo that’s because Kiss with ace and peter when they were at their best

[@johnnyrotten5507]

Gosh I love listening to Paul........not only on guitar but in interviews......he is so intelligent and articulate. Certainly does not conform to the stereotype dumb rock star. Amazingly clever person.

[@MrOzgooner]

Spot on Johnny..one of the most interesting guys in rock n roll for sure.. always have time to listen to him..

[@Rickprimest]

He's actually got a near genius level iq. Ace has a genius level iq.

[@RockDrillSuite]

I’m curious now, what are your sources that Ace Frehley has a genius IQ rating? Or Stanley? Thanks

[@mattlupo6383]

RockDrillSuite I know Gene said he does.

[@ApproachingHoofbeats]

@@Rickprimest How do you know?

[@skatertrev7]

"Rock n roll is about the glory of the arm swing, the down push." - Paul Stanley

[@jcavazos4145]

Trevor. I like that. And, it's true.

[@goluch7333]

I just love watching interviews or anything like that with Paul I love how poetic he is with his words.

[@steelersnorth2914]

Simple, raw, straight ahead rock riffs. Not flashy but he sounds great!

[@godbelow]

Except the entire premise of the band was being as flashy as possible. Do you think they'd be anywhere near as popular as they got, without the theatrics? Debatable.

[@Deucealive75]

@@godbelow Probably not. One thing for sure when I first saw the Alive album cover back in early 76 my first thought was who are these freaks? But about 30 seconds after the needle hit the record I could care less what they looked like and turned into a fan. It was KISS who got me into heavy rock and turned me into the metal head that I still am today.

[@thedesertdweller]

@@godbelow Well probably true but meaningless in context of reality. You could also say the same about Elvis, if he wasn't the complete package, sex symbol, etc etc etc there's very few great super famous artists who's image or brand mission beyond the music is not a central aspect of why they made it and another band didn't.. Same for all of us.... I wouldn't be with my girlfriend if she didn't have possibly the greatest ass I've ever seen in addition to being a really good person.

[@shakiraclassen2808]

Paul Stanley is my idol and I started learning his songs on guitar and started living life to the fullest

[@paulstanley6853]

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[@brianrembish9549]

Paul Stanley Is A Legend For A Reason.... The Man IS Rock-N-Roll!!

[@JonsBasicGaming]

Paul Stanley is a better guitarist than you'd think.

[@reno145]

LD, how many gold records do you have?

[@mobiuschrome2878]

Really? Put up videos of yourself showing us how you play guitar better then Paul. Show us all how great your music career is. Ya, I thought so. You homophobic loser

[@mobiuschrome2878]

Actually you're an idiot just like him, because in the end you're not only still poor, and Paul is filthy rich living in a Multi million dollar mansion, in the morning you're still a loser with no money.

[@mobiuschrome2878]

Typical default response from a burned out fucking loser still living at home with his mommy. When you're ready to post videos of your amazing music career, were all waiting

[@jeffc4178]

@@mobiuschrome2878 Sounds like you're PROJECTING 😂

[@MikaLagreen]

I just love watching Paul play with massive amount of attitude.

[@8STRINGR]

Great Interview! Love listening to all of these Classics KISS riffs with no singing during the interview ! What an Awesome Sound that Les Paul is putting out !

[@Kurt1969]

Great episode. Paul was one of the reasons I picked up guitar. Kiss was also the first concert I ever went to...in second grade! Although I didn't dress up like him, I went to grade school a few times with makeup along with some other friends. Good times!

[@rjc7289]

One of the true, unsung, underrated maestros of rock and roll rhythm guitar. He's right up there with all the rhythm greats -- Malcolm Young, Rudolf Schenker, Derek St. Holmes, Izzy Stradlin, Robbin Crosby, and the list goes on and on. Having a tight grasp of rhythm and being able to write catchy riffs is so essential to being a great guitarist. I was surprised to hear he started out using flatwound strings. Those are primarily for jazz guitar and very difficult to bend.

[@rodneyriddnauer]

"Derek St. Holmes, Izzy Stradlin, Robbin Crosby..." Paul Stanley is right up there with them?!?!! No, and nor are they right up there with him. Good lordt.

[@rjc7289]

Thanks for sharing, even though nobody gives a shit.

[@rodrossi2055]

Mr Stanley has always been true to his roots......great player.....definitely knows a cool guitar when he see one........could have been way longer......nice to see him just jamming away.

[@straty5598]

Paul Stanley is a great rock rhythm player. Not only did he write some great stuff but he commanded the stage like no other. Yes I'm a Kiss fan but I'm also in my 50's now and I can look at things with a lot more 20/20 vision than I did when I was a kid and Kiss was everything. Kiss were inspirational and I'd say Paul was probably the biggest reason for that, certainly for me anyway

[@triplec1807]

I’m 23 and my 17th birthday gift was seeing Kiss, what an experience that was!

[@golfcoursemanager33]

say what you will but this man and Kiss are rock and roll!!

[@1970borntorun]

KISS are shit. They always were, and always will be.

[@jeffram617]

1970borntorun Thanks for sharing that. Bet you watched the video!

[@1970borntorun]

Jeff Ram Whether I watched it or not, that doesn't change the fact that KISS are the worst Rock band in history.

[@LEJSKAN]

Why is the worst rock band most popular rock band... i dont get it pls explain and dont cry to much

[@1970borntorun]

Canticleer How much time do you have? LOL

[@scottjarvis123]

Paul is the reason I became a musician, the reason I learned to play guitar. I love Ace too but I became a dedicated rythm guitar player over 35 years ago because of Paul's style and charisma. I have other guitar heroes that have shaped my life but Paul and KISS are the catalysts for all who've come after. Real rock and roll does indeed last and will live inside me until I breathe my last breath.

[@furbymetal83]

"Real rock n roll lasts". Great ending

[@Jax71]

Paul's a serious musician and one of the best rhythm players out there besides Malcolm Young. Here he's down to earth and talking about his drive and passion, the stuff that made him the LEGEND he is. KISS is and will always be a huge part of my life.

[@AnthonyColomboAppliedMath]

this tone is incredible. oh my Stanley.

[@ChristiandeMesones]

Really enjoyed this. Paul has been neglected by many and under appreciated. For all you haters out there...learn something from this legend.

[@EHRocks]

Excellent commentary and playing of Kiss classics. Rocking!!!

[@pdbordelon]

"I Stole Your Love" - such a great riff/progression

[@gnarshred1239]

This is so cool I love just watching Paul play in this little home studio when he started I stole your love I just picture him coming down from the risers in 1977 then I look up and hear his little studio just jamming on a stool and it's so cool

[@fritzy2112]

I've always looked at Paul as the born rock star of KISS. He seems to know the craft of song writing. If he lived next door to me, I bet he would be cool to loan me a cup of sugar without a bunch of attitude.

[@mookytc]

Could we get a few hours of Paul jammin' on those Gibsons? So cool seeing the players who wrote the songs getting busy. Thx EB for a great vid!

[@smokesletsgo2374]

Sometimes it's OK to be a Malcolm Young, not an Angus Young.

[@MrJohnnyDistortion]

smokeslet'sgo Malcom came up with almost all of AC/DC's material. He was the hook master as Angus put it.

[@BigInTheBurgh1]

Malcolm Young was one of the most under rated guitarists ever. Just great.

[@scottraycraft1885]

It's better to be Malcolm in my opinion Love Paul's rhythm playing

[@christianwhitmore4753]

Jacob Molyneux greatest??? Ha thats a laugh!

[@LRS905]

"Angus Young, greatest guitarist of all time. " HAHA HAHAHA HA AHHA HAHAHAHAAAAAAAAAAAAA!! Jacob Molyneux, fanboy detected.

[@RockBlisswithKimchiChris]

True legend... one of the greatest ever.

[@klepetar]

paul has a very unique way of playing.. it's hard to describe.. he's .. not in front of the beat..not in the rear..he's....there!! true rock and roll

[@stacybrewer9272]

Hot, sexy, babe!!!!!

[@JohannDaart]

And all of this while jumping 5 feet up on 10 inch heels haha

[@alabamahebrew]

I have watched this video several times now and every time I come away with more respect for Paul's guitar playing and I love hearing him talk about Rock and Roll - to us it's just music that helps us through our day, for him it's his life! Not just his life because he has made millions of dollars in KISS all these years, but more so it fully drives him and encapsulates him and THAT is what made him become a rock star, he HAD to play publicly, the music wouldn't give him another choice for him to be truly happy. Man, the tone he has that Les Paul at is awesome!! I knew and play every KISS song he played but holy sh** his tone blew me away. Many people do not know that about Paul either, he is a Les Paul guy. When we see him on stage he is always playing something like an Iceman (which I love) or some version of a Washburn customized guitar. But when he is home or in the recording studio and he is getting down to business and wants the best sound, he grabs one of his several Les Paul's. I don't care if you like KISS or not, after watching this and listening to what he said, you have to walk away having a little more respect for the guy, again not because of the band he is in but more so for his thoughts on the guitar and music and especially Rock and Roll!

[@Murphy_R9]

KISS was a huge part of my life from 74-77! back then they were SURREAL to me like a extreme mystery, we did not know what they looked like or much about them personally. That was a big part of their charm and charisma. plus they had/have the best show ever! These days with the internet there is no mystique anymore! :(

The internet was a major factor for both the sky high prices for concert tickets, & people just not buying albums anymore. If a band can't sell the albums because people can download an album for a few dollars, the price is offset in ticket prices to see the band in concert. And going into a studio to record an album isn't cheap. Average cost in a recording studio costs easily $350.00 an hour, if not more.

[@joeshlong9614]

Totally right, that mystery behind kiss is amazing and something that can’t be done today

[@carlosdeno]

I’ve seen KISS live in the UK and I can honestly say I’m not a massive fan, BUT this interview is absolutely superb and PS is one hell of a Guitarist and comes across as a true Gentlemen.

[@diegoarivera35]

Paul is soo underrated, love this guy

[@paulofreire7520]

Keep rocking Paul! 👍🏻

[@Ricardo-go7yu]

I love when Paul talks about music and the craft of songwriting!!

[@American_Heathen]

Say what you will about Paul. To me he is one of my heroes that when I heard the chords of Black Diamond That was the drug that got me into playing guitar. I wanted to be like Paul. Songwriting, playing, singing, and showmanship. It was his quote “be yourself for your music” that helped me push harder to be my own voice. Thanks Paul

[@AndyPhCriel]

Great to see him play these great riffs and talk musicians talk for once (guitar strings for instance). With all of the jumping around on stage he sometimes neglects his guitar playing while being on stage. Not here. Despite what all critics say, Paul Stanley knows how to play guitar. I also like his heavy guitar sound. Great stuff this video.

[@SuburbanBBQ]

I could listen to Paul all day. Great insights. Paul has always been a gentleman and Gene has always been a tool. I picked up on that when I was 10 in 1976.

Ace has said that Paul runs KISS. Even Gene has to ask 'how high' when Paul tells him to jump.

[@SlapMyBass3825]

I met Gene and regret it to this day. Paul I wouldnt mind meeting. A little late in the game, but I would like to meet Tommy Thayer as well. I have loved his work since being in Black and Blue.

[@Heavenreck]

I keep coming back to watch this video every time my solos start to suck and then I hear those wise words " You can spend a lifetime working on rhythm" absolute fucking legend. This made me want to buy a Les Paul . This is the best non Gibson add for a Gibson product.

[@troyhiett1885]

Paul never gets the credit he deserves for his guitar playing

[@shucksful]

Paul always does a good interview, and is very well spoken. This one, is no exception.... He's really making a comeback, lately. Good for him.

[@lngodwetrust7117]

Every time I hear the words "Rock Star" immediately l think ... Paul Stanley For me are synonymous

[@kairon-music]

Awesome Paul. hear you is always a pleasure.....

[@gastonalbornoz8066]

Ustedes que saben, como mierda saca ese tono? qué ampli es, un plexi?

[@38kari]

This is what real rock and roll sounds like! Paul Stanley’s unique rhythm guitar playing is what kicks you in the balls, and commands attention, with the perfect combination of tone, power chords, and style, that is just as relevant today, as the very day he composed it! In my own personal opinion, he’s quite possibly the best rhythm guitarist ever! And, yes he is capable of some very good lead work, too. There’s actually so much more to his craft, than what most guitar magazines write about him. Paul is one of the few people I know of, who’s quite successful in every thing he sets out to do. His artistic ability really speaks volumes! I love and admire his accomplishments! 🎸

[@kenni123064]

No tricks! Just “Heart & Soul” and the willingness to be noticed from a nobody made fun of kid, to the ultimate “Rock n Roll” Star! 1974 to 1979 Paul was the Star of Stars ⭐️!

[@cozzietwothousand2707]

Rock is all about rhythm. I'd rather listen to five minutes of well-crafted, driving, crunchy rhythm than a day of pretentious, "look at me" lead.

[@smokesletsgo2374]

I would rather hear a single A or C chord through a Marshall (the greatest sound in the world in my opinion) than a day of pretentious look at me lead

[@wattage2007]

Ideally a bit of both. It's the contrast and versatility which makes music interesting.

[@xwhite2020]

@@wattage2007 Randy Rhoads perfectly did both at the same time. Thats why he was imo the best.

[@estucamp92]

True

[@dadasha]

FUCK YOU!

[@lucasjrl7748]

Amazing Tone, amazing guitarist!!

[@jeannet7443]

"If a song can't be played on a single instrument, it's not a good song."

[@gregmcloughlin3213]

I remember buying my first KISS tape as a kid and being blown away. Feels great that Paul Stanley can still inspire us all today!!

[@filomeelo]

One of the best at his craft. To actually watch him play those iconic licks and listen to him talk about the instrument of his passion is just...wow factor x10. This is why he is a legend beyond any other. It's Paul frickin Stanley. He was and is the the complete package of a rock and roll front man/rhythm guitar player, unmatched!

[@stardemonspacecat]

@Philip Santillan... and, in my opinion, criminally underrated !!!

[@johnisevil]

This was fantastic and I've always dug Paul Stanley as an underrated rhythm player.

[@treyfulcher5413]

The father of rock, mad respect for him.

[@ralphmartin1058]

Father of Rock...? No.

[@alwaysopen7970]

@@ralphmartin1058 Father of that dude's rock, maybe.

[@Pleasum]

Still a fan man...these guys had such a huge impact on me when I was young. Not a fanboy anymore, but even with all the crap, I still love the band. Especially the original.

[@jeffreybiscoe6]

P Leasum Same here in from the beginning. Still jam, those 1st four albums .

[@richrichard9038]

Got my 1st KISS album in 1975 and I was also listening them earlier today. Love Paul Stanley, and his philosophy on music. He comes off a very humble and sincere individual.

[@chrismontreuil2206]

Great story. He is one of the guys who helped us through the teenage years! Thanks!!!!

[@samuelislas7415]

that’s some tone he’s working with here

[@johnnyguitar65]

Samuel Islas somebody correct me....but isn’t that a ENGL amp he is playing through?

[@jeanrunkle1059]

johnnyguitar65 yep I believe that's what he plays live as well

[@Grayjacket11]

Killer tone indeed Looks like he's playing through an Engl Classic 50 212 Sadly they are no longer in production :(

[@guitarded5198]

Dead on right!

[@MeAndTheBoys_]

Jesus fuckin christ man, that tone is so sweet and crunchy, its making me salivate!

[@danielthomas2621]

Underated player IMO kiss was always a great rhythm band love love Paul's playing

[@pjn2432]

Daniel Thomas He is an underrated player. Making some of the best/most iconic Rock N Roll

[@harveydents]

Paul is CRIMINALLY underrated as a guitarist, his solo on SURE KNOW SOMETHING is just amazing.

[@competetodefeat4610]

lol I seriously had to check to make sure this commented wasn't posted on April 1st...

[@bradstewart2777]

Weeeehhh weeehhhh Underrated underrated Pipe down, princess.

[@mikestarfas6725]

Paul really is a true rock star. A Dying Breed I'm afraid. his book was exceptionally good as well

[@FeelingShred]

Don't be deceived by Paul's lies, even if they sound really good.

[@planetretroross938]

So true !

[@roosterj2599]

I always watch this when it comes up and everytime I watch it I get inspired by what Paul says and plays. Hes been a relevant famous rock star for close to half a century. He's full of wisdom and influence.

[@generationofbmx]

This guy has ALL his marbles. Much respect for Paul Stanley. Dude makes sense. And thank you Ernie Ball for this series. I really like the Mick Mars segement too. Just because you got these guys to play solo and talk I’m gonna buy your strings! Thanks again.