Why Paul Stanley from KISS Will Never Write Another Song | Howie Mandel Does Stuff #79

[@Grinchrisch]

I'll never forget meeting Paul at a book signing in Tempe, Arizona. My youngest daughter Kira had her finals that night at college. So, she wasn't able to be with me. She's met Ace,Peter,and Gene. Even though she wasn't able to meet him in person I told him about her finals. Paul talked to my daughter on the phone and said you got this!!! Thanks Paul Stanley you're an Amazing Man!!!!

[@BlueEyedTaty]

Awe so kind of him.

[@WindsEternal]

I was at that book signing, too.

[@emaderaghi]

Please let the man talk! Does it have to be exactly 1 hour?! Then I would watch TV program if its time has to be limited!

[@maurabevilacqua7393]

I am so jealous all of you who got to meet Paul at a book signing. I live too far away in Australia.

[@mkenific]

Not a KISS fan at all. Never was. But I must say this interview was outstanding. Paul is a well spoken, intelligent man; unafraid to answer all the questions Howie threw at him. Excellent interview.

[@Kip4500]

I'm a Kiss fan and think he is a douche

[@lisasharinglifestorieswith4182]

Paul will always get you he's one of the most well-spoken men I've ever heard. He is very smart he is Charming I love that man

[@reneelouiseazzopardi2073]

I agree! I love him to bits and not a fan of Kiss! How can that be??? They're currently touring here in Oz!

[@tedtosterone2262]

@@reneelouiseazzopardi2073 this is not a reply for me from you although dumb ass KZbin thinks it is so I shall say fart piss booger nipple! now You say thanks YT!

[@thiagoteixeira6537]

I like Ace the most but I don't really have a problem with any one them! Gene is Gene but yeah! That being said I can only name 4 KISS songs, all of which I like!

[@daren2154]

I was a body guard for KISS, Paul is a stand up man 🤘 Phil Collins will always be in my top 5 favorite artist

[@eternity8811]

Well done. I don't see any connection between the two wankers. Other than the fact that they are both wankers.

[@bobbyhall7472]

Got any good stories?

[@margaretschaffner9133]

Stupid comment by Howie Mandel regarding Phil Collins ... should have been edited out. Oh well, Howie certainly is by far perfect. Growing up in the 70's I was afraid of kiss, I was like 9 ... NOWWW ... WOWWWZA and even then ... Ok well more Gene Simmons bloody mouth ;) .... So iconic and yes, I was raised then. Thanks for your comment. Rock Stars are humans too.

[@michaeldavid8690]

Being a Zeppelin fan in NYC in the 70s made Kiss shows seem cartoonist. But also being a 62 year old Jewish guy,how can you not respect Gene and Paul. Paul lived in my in-laws building in the 80s Sutton Place

[@earld158]

I think he can make whatever comment he wants- it's his show@@margaretschaffner9133

[@MechaJoezilla]

Paul is such a gentle and soft spoken man. I’m really impressed!

[@superbug1977]

What a great interview. Paul is a gentlemen....the only one in the band. We met him recently in Atlantis. He was with his family and I was with mine. I told him I was a fan since I was a kid (I'm 60) and that KISS was my first concert (with my mother). He was generous with his time and suggested we take some photos (I was too embarrassed to ask). He is first rate.

[@codacreator6162]

So is Gene. He just doesn’t come off that way always.

[@AndrewGrey22]

Paul slings shit at everyone. He was ruthless with Ace and Peter.

[@JohnPlunkett-d3y]

Ace is now that he is sober.

[@joeszczechowski285]

Tommy's a great guy. Gene has a heart of gold, even though some don't like his lack of humility. Eric Carr was just a wonderful person. I don't really know Eric Singer, but he's been cool every time I met him.

[@mikes8386]

@@joeszczechowski285 i'll pretty much guarantee that eric carr faked his death.. my 3 years of research leads me to this conclusion.. over a thousand celebs faked their death.. get 2 weeks of groceries and cash by next weekend.. the 18th.

[@bobsebring2819]

I love Paul Stanley. He's all about the fans. Giving his fans his best because he says Kiss is nothing without their fans. back in the day, having limited access, Paul was more than generous in giving me autographs and concert merchandise. Kiss is awesome.

[@davidkiefer9875]

Again, Stan clearly shows what a caring, eloquent world class man he is - and always has been. His honesty and overall genuine attitude is greatly appreciated and a real treat to listen to any time he speaks....

[@mickeyvalencia2271]

❤ Love you guys after all these years/😅thank you for the music 🎵 ❤🎉Mickey Valencia xox!

[@noneyerbidness]

Yet, also completely delusional at the same time. It's quite interesting.

[@loneranger9485]

Stan ? Ooh so edgy

[@SharpCinema]

He's also brutally critical and uncaring at times - to friends, lovers and bandmates current, former and dead. It's the curse of being a sensitive person, you can be cruel and unforgiving. Read or listen to his book - he just rips everyone apart. No compliments for anybody.

[@HappyMachorino-bd8no]

​​​@@SharpCinema "No compliments"? is not true. Ace was brilliant, funny, had aura...We had good times. Not one critical word about Bob Kulick, Bruce Kulick, Anton Fig etc. And what he wrote about his ex-wife is nicer than how most men talk about their ex. When the lover, Amanda, wanted to buy drugs he told her not to come back! Maybe brutal, but it was clearly self-defensive. And his criticism is the other side of his SELF criticism. A very honest book 📖.

[@Jooclandia]

I remember my cousin buying tickets to KISS show in Helsinki years and years ago. I remember going to the show, not really knowing that much about the band or the music, let alone the lyrics, but golly was it fun. Yes indeed we had a good time. The band was amazing. Seeing this interview by chance and listening intensely on Paul's every word reminded me what a good and hardworking band KISS is still to this day. And understanding how amazing, articulate, well mannered, sincere, kind hearted human being Paul Stanley is restored my faith in humanity that there still are good people in the world. All the best to Paul, KISS and thank you to Howie for this amazing interview. ❤

[@tymiller2526]

I used to always champion Ace and Peter…I read all of their books…and by far the most honest and believable one was Paul. And in his interviews since I have changed to where I believe Paul and respect his decisions. Seems very honest and humble. He didn’t get handed anything, he earned it all. And honestly how can anyone dislike that? He’s the man.

[@80s_kid]

I read Paul's book and have mixed feelings. He criticizes almost everything and everyone in it. (I like their music, especially the unmasked era with Bruce Kulick.) Paul criticizes some people so often in the book that I find it strange. If what he described is true, it's hard to understand why he stayed in a relationship/band with certain people for many years. Money is not the answer, because he earns well even with the current lineup. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that there is no truth in what he wrote.

[@tymiller2526]

@@80s_kid I hear ya…I think I see it the way I see it because although he certainly criticized others a lot (especially Peter), at no point does he champion himself as flawless. He always owns up to decisions he made that were selfish or without regard to someone else’s own situation…in other words, he certainly criticizes others but doesn’t really give himself praise outside of song writing abilities…but I feel that he earned that

[@patrickthomas8890]

I loved Paul’s book. It’s very enjoyable, but was also silly. He SAVAGELY attacked everyone in his life except his kids and current wife…all the while explaining how his actions were perfectly reasonable and justified from the day he was born.

[@patrickthomas8890]

I loved Paul’s book. It’s very enjoyable, but was also silly. He SAVAGELY attacked everyone in his life except his kids and current wife…all the while explaining how his actions were perfectly reasonable and justified from the day he was born.

[@patrickthomas8890]

@@80s_kid It came off to me as a highly slanted version of the truth where he was always right and everyone else in his life was always wrong…he attacked Ace for dressing up as a Nazi (which I’m not defending) and described how hurtful and awful it was for him to do that. However, there are pictures of Paul dressed as a Nazi too, posing with Ace and looking to be having a blast…which Paul didn’t address. He chose to simply give a limited description which attacks Ace and paints himself as the victim when the real story was probably more complex. Like the old saying, don’t let the truth get in the way of a good story

[@philstrachan]

I've read Paul's book and have the greatest respect for him. I've loved KISS since i was a kid. At 54 I just went to my first rock concert (I don't like crowds of 80,000 people) and I picked KISS to be the one. I was blown away as i knew I'd be! I appreciate they dont jump on us for copyright on our crummy phone videos we put on social media because it was so special to us, the fans. I really like how Paul is letting the grey streaks come through in his hair - he's aging gracefully and not pretentiously like so many others. He's genuine.

[@jayellevee]

He is really a beautiful man. I couldn’t stop looking at him while listening to his incredible voice.

[@reginajacobs6766]

Paul’s voice is just so soothing and calming. Great interview. Kiss fan yesterday,today,and tomorrow!

[@raymondreid4987]

The front man whom all should inspire to be. Thank you Paul Stanley for being apart of my teen years and through out my growing up years.

[@keithmichael5839]

Howie is a great interviewer. He asks interesting questions, he allows his guests to speak without interruption but he keeps them on track and keeps the conversation moving. Really, really good at interviewing... and there are LOTS of famous guys interviewing other famous people now and Howie is better than all of them, imo.

[@clover81]

nosey parker is all he is

[@jandmath]

Well, I think in this situation he doesn’t shine. Paul Stanley is soft spoken, articulates and resonates very well. Mandell is too abrupt, impatient and perhaps a bit shallow for this be a very good conversation.

[@rbee1804]

I just watched the Gene Simmons interview with Howie and now with Paul. Both Gene and Paul were very insightful. I like Howie but geez he did interrupt SO MANY times and usually when his guests were finishing up a great story.

[@Rsonixtunes]

Paul is so grateful and spiritually centered. What an awesome dude - entirely different than the younger rock star Paul. His book is fantastic too.

[@caroleh8499]

What an inspiration Paul is! I’m 75, never followed Kiss. I had kids young, was busy sopping up cereal during the early Kiss years. Thanks for introducing me. It’s never too late!

[@superbug1977]

I like your comment. He is an inspiration. I've had the pleasure of seeing the early shows and meeting him. He is even nicer in person.

[@johnnyrotten5507]

what a cool lady !!!!! - raw innocence and honesty - absolute respect to you

[@johntoomey357]

Listen to early Kiss better stuff

[@fabiooliveira1398]

I'm shocked that Paul Stanley is now looking like Cesar Romero, the Joker in 1960's Batman series, without the mustache! 😮

[@geneg3776]

I always think that same thing to myself too. Kiss are performing in stadiums still after 48 years.Not many musicians have or can attain that. The recent Sydney concert was amazing.They always put in the blood,sweat and tears for us. So grateful to have KISS in my lifetime.

[@Mike_Hunt_69]

Paul is wonderful. Very humble, very appreciative of where he came from and the hard work you have to put in to where you wanna be

[@chteyjdrushifdhfd8128]

He’s not humble at all

[@HappyMachorino-bd8no]

​​@@chteyjdrushifdhfd8128 Noone can be humble all the time. What do you expect?

[@robusto7735]

It's surreal to see Howie and Paul chatting about life together. Growing up in the 80's, Howie and Paul were major parts of my day to day life for the good part of a decade, at least. Howie from his stand-up, Bobby's World and Muppet Babies all the way to listening to Kiss Alive II to Crazy Nights.....and even dressing up as Paul Stanley for Halloween for a few years! Thank you both for all the smiles, laughter, and good times!! Cheers!!

[@jcmarie31]

Paul is a class act. I love hearing him tell his story. I've listened to it several times and I could listen to it over and over. To meet him is one of the items on my bucket list!!

[@mynameisnotyours888]

I Enjoyed this comment very much ty

[@simoneseiami5938]

Being very impressed about Paul Stanley, what an inspiration he is. Behind the fame, he is a real special human being! Great attitude, about his history, what an unique artist!

[@claytonphelps9911]

Excellent interview, I just found this, I didn't even know Howie was doing these. Paul is brilliant, down to earth. Great interview

[@pinehawk9600]

Same... Just popped up

[@gregorywilson3318]

☯️

[@justinerickson5486]

Kiss was the first band I ever saw or heard that made me want to make music. I was 2 years old. My band just finished their first album and I'd like to thank Paul, Gene, Peter and Ace for inspiring me. I ♥️ KISS!

[@karengarrison3666]

What's your band called?

[@justinerickson5486]

@@karengarrison3666 Oppenheimer Parachute

[@karengarrison3666]

@@justinerickson5486 A unique name ~ named after Robert per chance?

[@justinerickson5486]

@@karengarrison3666 actually no. There was a man from Kansas (I believe) who invented a parachute hat for escaping fires in apartment complexes. It didn't work, but the patent is still out there

[@karengarrison3666]

It's a cool name ~ do you have any of your band music on your channel? Best of luck going forward .... ✌

[@teriwood9657]

What a treat. My favorite comedian of all time and my favorite rock star! I am a huge KISS fan...since age 12. Something resonated with me. They were different and I always felt different from everyone else. And now I am 59 now and still love them! Even got a tattoo to honor KISS!

[@GuitaristPAX]

"I'm not sure that tough love is really love .. " .. tender .. articulate ..

[@petermerkli445]

An amazing human being. Always been a Paul Stanley and Kiss fan since I was 7 years old and now at the age of 59 absolutely in awe of Paul Stanley. A wonderful person.

[@hanspersson2015]

I never was a Kiss fan but listening to interviews with Paul Stanley I find out that I really respect this guy on so many levels. He smart, wise and humble and connects to so many people.

[@MrChrispy777]

I was amazed at the timing of the band's decision to drop the makeup, and then, when retro was in vogue, brought it back. Paul said it was a survival tactic, and not very deeply thought through, but it totally worked for them.

[@cspaulding54]

I love kiss I’m a genx kid .. so I grew up watching kiss and they were my first concert Nov 1st 1990 .. I enjoyed this interview…

[@kirsten7734]

Wow! I am literally falling in love with the soul of Paul (and him as a man as well 😉⭐️) He is so eloquent, warmhearted and humble. What an amazing interview, so touching! I got to know KISS 1985, was never a fan of rockmusic but the song „I was made for loving you“ is on the list of my absolute favorite songs ever since. Last week, July 2023, I saw KISS live in Cologne and it got so much under my skin. Such an epic concert, I am still in awe of this unique experience 🎉🍀Thank you for creating such a memorable moment for me. 🙏 It will be in my heart forever ❤

[@Tuinuiski]

Great man, love Kiss, his vocals and song writing. I also love to listen to him talk, for his thoughtfulness, intelligence and compassion.

[@stephanecaron7203]

Paul is such an eloquent speaker, and generous of sharing as much his story and feelings with the fans. Im happy he is at a great place ! Saw the last show, and it was all and more that I expected from Kiss !!! ❤

[@mattfritch6375]

I have been a Kiss fan since I was a kid. I'm in my 50's now and still love Kiss. It's timeless and real and this interview was great hearing Paul talk honestly about his life now and where he fits in this world. Thanks for a great interview Howie.

[@jamesslone6937]

Same here I was 10 years old listening to kiss with my friends older brothers. Now I'm 57 and still listening.

[@dianam9028]

Paul and Gene are so fascinating to watch. Both very intelligent and good hearted people.

[@LD-qj2te]

I absolutely love listening to him . Love Paul more than the band . A tremendous humble well spoken reflective guy. Love listening to him .

[@thedadyouneverhadchannel3544]

Humble???

[@HappyMachorino-bd8no]

@@thedadyouneverhadchannel3544Anything what went wrong IT HAD TO BE! Paul tries to accept everything in his life, even the "bad" things. For me his point of view (his first book) really is HUMBLE and balanced.

[@shawnhawley9917]

That was a very nice interview I enjoyed it very much. As a young kid in the 70s I collected the Kiss bubblegum cards and they used to hang from my ceiling above my bunkbed. My first album I had was Destroyer. Then the four solo records and I had a matching T-shirts in my third grade school picture. One of my good friends in fifth grade had the dolls, they were awesome for the time. Shortly after we watched Kiss movie. It was great when you were 10-12 they brought a lot of good memories into my life and now looking back at it after 50 they were some of the best times. His positive attitude is astounding, glass is always running over. What a great philosophy. Thanks Howie!

[@mr.rainbowlovescoffee]

This show is so much therapy for me. I grow up see KISS and wanted to be a Rock Star. I been playing drums 45 yrs now. I would not change anything in my life.

[@MARK-f4p8g]

UNLESS YOUR LIFE IS PERFECT TO YOU, THERE SHOULD ALWAYS BE CHANGES YOU WISH YOU COULD HAVE MADE. WOMAN, JOBS, COLLEGE, JOIN THE ARMY. NO ALCOHOL NO DRUGS, ETC.... HAVE KIDS YOUNGER/LATER

[@zancraft7865]

I have gained total respect for Mr. Paul Stanley. Very humble and well-spoken, down to earth human being! God bless you, Paul!

[@andrewcross8244]

If you think Paul is humble then Biden is competent......he ain’t

[@pinehawk9600]

Love Paul ,but I wouldn't use the word humble 😂

[@TontoEpstein]

Humble??!!! Uh, yeah, and Oprah is a supermodel.

[@Christine16425]

Paul Stanley mon préfèrer , but je n ai Never entendu dire qu il était Humble ? Au contraire

[@willymccabe6602]

Humble? LMAO. Apparently you've never read one of his books.

[@jayellevee]

When he spoke about his music being a memory, a moment in time, WOW, that hit me in some sort of way. He is 100% right. All of his music is that to me. I cannot believe he is in his 70’s. Mad, mad respect Paul Stanley. Such an interesting life story. KISS is an amazing, talented, and intelligent band. None other like them.

[@douglasgrossman6200]

58:57 Howie says he is impressed with Paul. The interview is AWESOME!!! and Paul , is soooo gracious, and kind with his words. All I can say is, Paul, May you and your family be forever Blessed and THANKS for being one of the "good ones" !

[@kathyandrews9745]

Paul is so talented. He’s phenomenal. He is a gentleman and a sweetheart. Love him❤❤

[@raythackston1960]

As a drummer from the age of 4 years old...I grew up learning and playing the drums. When I herad KISS for the first time...it changed my life. Because I was not happy with music in 1974-5 and I wanted more. I went out and became a professional drummer playing on the road all over the place , recorded 2 full albums, recorded a few songs with others, andalways pushed my self to be the best because of KISS. Just for the record...when Peter left I sent a promo pack in to try to get the gig. After ERic Carr got the gig...he played a big black drum set kinda like mine only a little bigger. Mine was 14 drums and 18 cymbals. I love to hear you talk Paul...and now it helps center me as I have becomed disable and unable to play since 2012. I realise now that I probably will never play again. But I am alive and want to stay that way as long as I can. KISS was, is, and always be the greatest rock & roll band of all time. Howie...still a great guy (we met once) and still funny. Wish you would do some comedy STUFF on your channel.

[@shable1436]

Why can't you play anymore? Btw I'm sorry to hear that, from an ex pro musician to another, mine was guitarist for several bands, some toured regional, some were cross country as well, before the internet and being a musician it's hard to tell the younger ppl about how it worked without Facebook promo pages and everything else to help expose your music and even learning new stuff

[@mh2120]

I've always thought Peter was a better drummer than he's given credit. Not the fanciest or the fastest player, but he always had solid timing and a nice groove. Simplicity can be a strength. Sometimes ya just want a cheeseburger instead of a four-course meal, ya know? Sorry to hear you're no longer able to play. Are any recordings of your playing still available to listen to?

[@bethricco5185]

Paul speaks so respectfully and politely!! I loved listening to Him !! And like Him - I've never been 1 to take orders either. I never really listened to Kiss - but I have a new appreciation for the Band 🎉 Ty Paul

[@anthonysilva5312]

I’m a big fan of Rush and one common thing that comes up in interviews with the band is how impressed they were (while touring with Kiss) with Kiss’s work ethic.

[@kennytesta9312]

Ditto

[@simpleagain1]

I was always impressed with their Halloween Costumes and tight leather pants myself

[@fernandoreynaaguilar1438]

Gene and Paul's ethic. Because the other two...

[@shable1436]

@@fernandoreynaaguilar1438 no the other two still worked their asses off, they just got caught up in the scenes, Peter was cut loose after his ego from their biggest hit went to his head and he got drugged out, Ace was a coke head and binge drinker, but still performed and did his parts, and sold the best solo album, so don't minimize their contributions to the original band, over a decade they played, so that's consistent for a long time, especially having to deal with the control freaks egomaniacal narcissistic behavior because they blame everything bad on others

[@raystheroadtravel]

There are no lazy bands that last 50 years…

[@dawnfredlund5810]

One fantastic interview Howie . Paul Stanley was my favorite character in KISS. He is a very interesting man and person. His paintings are great. The Star Child is so cool. Thank you for having him on your show. I watched Gene Simmons too.

[@4014243]

What a facinating interview! There are so many aspects of Paul's life that I never knew. What an incredible man!

[@adamfindlay7091]

Paul is so inspiring. Nice class guy. The kind of person easily a friend .

[@belle.m]

Just saw KISS in Melbourne Australia. Took my 12yr old. She loves KISS. They are a generational band. Absolutely amazing live. The best I have ever seen! Just phenomenal! My daughter and I will always have the memory of seeing KISS live.

[@thebluesrockers]

I wish you could have seen them, but I'm sure the Ace Frehley & Peter Criss Tribute band still performed well. I seen The Ace & Peter Tribute Band in Indianapolis 18 yrs ago with my daughter on her 11th birthday. Poison warmed up for them. Poison wasn't great, but my daughter still enjoyed them.

[@belle.m]

@@thebluesrockers I literally have no idea what you are talking about. Was that comment really necessary?

[@thebluesrockers]

@@belle.m It's not kiss when only 50% of the band is there. But I still enjoyed seeing them. Seeing Gene and Paul perform was nice. I just hate seeing someone else steal the other two's identity. Ace Frehley 's band has been killing it lately, hopefully you can check that out on you tube, or better yet see him live. I had heard Gene and Paul were talking about quiting and having 4 non original members play the kiss shows and continue on as Kiss. That's pretty sad I think.

[@diceguyg3799]

@@thebluesrockers Actually then she really only saw 25% of the band - Gene, who is the only one who really sings anymore. Paul has been lip synching to a backing vocal for years now.

[@thebluesrockers]

@@diceguyg3799 I'm still happy for her though. I'm always happy to hear about someone making good memories with their children. I agree Gene's the only one who can still sing, but kiss always puts on a great show.

[@Music4thsoul]

I remember From 9 years old here in Australia seeing and hearing Kiss for the first. I became addicted, i ran home from school to the shop when our newspaper had a competition to win tickets to the 1980 Adelaide concert. Buying 5 papers 5 stamps 5 envelopes just to enter every day. I won that competition and then my Dad told me i wasn't allowed to go because i was too young. I was devastated I wanted to see Paul... in 1995 i got the opportunity to go to the Kiss convention here at the Hilton hotel. 12 hours of Q&A, acoustic set, museum pieces and finally I got my Dressed to kill vinyl signed by Paul at the end. That made up for a little girl devastated to not see her hero. Kiss will always be my 1st and only no 1 band. Thank you Paul for being in my life's journey and at times your voice has saved my life. God bless 😊 thanks Howie for a brilliant podcast

[@averregguy9663]

Thanks to Paul and Gene for giving us the group I grew up with. And Paul you are an amazing person. Also thanks Howie for all you have done! You are an inspiration as well

[@gavegas7043]

Paul's book is so awesome! I was in tears at the end of it, and I am normally non emotional. Paul is such an amazing guy, too. Kudos Paul! PS: Howie please STOP interrupting! So many times, I wanted to hear what Paul was saying about something and then you kept interrupting. 😢

[@myfathersdaughter6983]

Hands down, Howie has THEE best podcasts ever. I've seen four now and I'm glued to every word with every guests. It's a feel good show too and I love the studio.

[@michaelmitten2977]

Being a KISS fan for nearly 50 years I'm so glad I came across this interview. I'm an even bigger fan, if that's possible. Thank you Paul for taking the time and doing this will Howie.

[@michaeljohnson7276]

Thanks Howie, and Paul for the excellent interview! Paul Stanley is the ipotimy of what a Rock star is ! He's the one that invented that whole image and Role of what a Rock star is and should be! This man took Rock to another level of showmanship, stagecraft, creativity, image, excellent sound quality, songwriting ,vocal delivery and crowd interaction , that is second to none! He was the first to create the front man mantra for Rock! He's so modest about that , and so underrated. Also, his rhythm guitar playing is so tight, crunchy and Rockin! A real innovator of that style. The bands earlier records we're the the most colorful, photogenic, and jammed with the coolest stuff inside, stickers, tattoos, posters, etc! Nobody packaged records that before, and the music was so tight, rocking and mixed to perfection! Listen to those early records with headphones on cranked up ! Amazing! They truly are the Hottest band in the world! Thanks Paul for introducing me to Rock in such a big way! You inspired me to play guitar and opened up my musical experience for a lifetime! Kiss will go down in history as one of the greatest bands ever! Rock on Paul!

[@lisasharinglifestorieswith4182]

Isn't he I mean he's older now but he's still looks like a rock star I just love that man

[@TheQuiksilverboy5]

So much respect for Paul. I never really enjoyed kiss, but after hearing this podcast I have become a fan of his and now will explore the band more. Never judge a book by its cover.

[@jcmarie31]

Listen to his new venture Soul Station. He sings oldies songs. His voice is good for this genre as he gets older and has a hard time reaching the high notes. I love his song he wrote...I do I.

[@ZumosGarage]

I've been a fan my whole life. Yeah their music is not meant to be chart topping master pieces, they were just doing this for fun and get laid. Paul was just a regular guy that pursued a dream.

[@martimdesouzajunior7585]

I'd definitely start exploring the band by listening to their studio and live material 1974 - 1977. Three years, that's about how long the real KISS lasted. It's pure magic if you listen without prejudice. Nothing but raw power, all virtually unpolished except for Destroyer, which is a cinematic musical endeavor, a superproduction so to say. Welcome aboard!

[@mooch514]

Like kiss or not remain one of the biggest and most influential bands of all time

[@Christine16425]

@@jcmarie31 i don t like Soûl Station , ça fait drôle de voir Paul dans ce style , for his voice il y avait d autre sorte de music .🤔

[@boblivingston4841]

A lot of KISS songs are the soundtrack of my life.Great interview Howie so many great questions.

[@bkpass2992]

I saw KISS in 2003 but I really don't know much about Paul but listening to him talk was a treat. He has a great outlook on life. Didn't know he was a painter either. Would love to listen to him talk all day and hear what else he has to say.

[@rebeccahill9285]

Paul is a very intelligent, feeling person. His stories about life are worth taking to heart!

[@Christine16425]

@@rebeccahill9285 feeling person , Paul 🙄 ?

[@victorfranko8317]

I’m so thankful I’ve got to see KISS in concert and to take my son to as well.

[@MD-wk3gj]

As a fan from ‘76 Paul has been a long-time inspiration in my life. Gene may forever be seen as the face of KISS but Paul is the heart and soul of everything KISS.

[@chrisbohner1092]

Your an excellent interviewer Howey!....I'm a huge Kiss fan I'm 56....1st generation.....great interview!!!!!!

[@scottkovacs7634]

I'm a die hard Kiss fan. I've seen them 23 times, I've meet Gene I have him tattooed on my leg. I'm 51 took both my son's to see them and I turned my wife into a Kiss fan.

[@diceguyg3799]

So...you now have 2 assholes on your body.

[@matthewobrien2066]

Great effort, seen them Brazil in May, then twice last week here in Australia, 13 times in total. Keep rocking

[@me67226]

Dummy

[@me67226]

Can't believe they Have fans , people Like all kinds of no talent shmucks.

[@DarkShadow66177]

True gentleman for as famous of person. Very honest and open.

[@teresabrinkman7484]

My first concert. Madson, WI 1979.Fricken amazing. 16 yrs old. Still Loving to listen to their music, I love that you've had them on the podcast. Both ,Paul & Gene are fricken genius. 👍 great interview. Ty

[@CorpseBride64]

What a gentleman he is. I was a HUGE KISS fan in my youth. I saw them more times than I can count. I would still go to see them. No one entertains like this band. Although my taste is quite different now. I knew he painted, but I didn't know he sold his work. A truly wonderful interview, thank you Howie. Paul, thank you such much for the music and joy. I will never forget you guys. 💜

[@wendyweilermusic522]

So impressive! Not a KISS fan, but after this interview, I am definitely a Paul Stanley fan! And a Howie fan! Thanks and God Bless! xoxo

[@thedadyouneverhadchannel3544]

Old Kiss kicks ass!

[@laurab68707]

Great interview. I knew nothing about Paul Stanley. Only that he was a Kiss band member. Much respect and admiration for this man.

[@pamstreisel2942]

I have loved kiss for 44 years! They woke me up to rock n roll!! I love to hear their stories

[@markb7067]

I enjoy listening to Paul - polite, cogent, and articulate.

[@tammiec4937]

Great interview! I seen Kiss live 3 times. Didn't think that I could love this guy even more. Kiss such a great band I thank these guys for mentoring another great band Rush to work hard and give your fans the best performance ever.

[@Mozart1220]

I saw them 9 times, makeup and without. he and Simmons lost my respect not by replacing Ace and Peter, which I guess had to be done, but when they put impostors in the makeup. The non makeup years were really good, just take it off again and move on.

[@88kwthomas]

Seen them 3 times this year alone..

[@mikecunningham6154]

@@Mozart1220 The newest imposters have been with kiss longer than Ace and Pete.

[@drmidnight2419]

@@mikecunningham6154 that's because they don't wanna pay.

[@mikecunningham6154]

@@drmidnight2419 Pete can't hang anymore. Ace could still keep up though. Pete had a lot of trouble doing the reunion tour and Tommy had to teach Ace his parts.

[@RattlecanGuitarRestorations]

The best interviews always sound like friends having a chat...which is what this is. Thanks to all for getting this arranged.

[@MissingMars]

this was mad cool! Pauls' closing statements say it all!

[@HappyMachorino-bd8no]

This was really good. Be your own advocate. And original, I never heard this before. When this man is only speaking, he's so inspiring.

[@kayrogers880]

So impressed with this interview! Thank you Howie!

[@DF-ee8vt]

Paul is probably one of the most overlooked rhythm guitarists because of his singing and songwriting talents.

[@Christine16425]

🤔

[@eternity8811]

Gtfooh live he plays very little. The guitar is a prop. He strums a couple of chords per song at best. I doubt it's even hooked up wirelessly these days, it's more about backing tracks 🤔🙄

[@user-yk4gd1fl4z]

Lol. No. Not at all.

[@caseD5150]

Cap

[@DF-ee8vt]

@@caseD5150 This is one of those new words. Does cap mean I'm full of shit, or is that no cap?

[@bekahanneful]

I can’t name a KISS song. And I loved this interview. So appreciate your words and philosophy, Paul. And that mantra: QTR. Fellow non-conformist, my own life has taken one serious turn after another. I was an artist, dancer, teacher, director: I built two companies and worked many jobs to make it all happen, I had dreams that broke the ceiling. A rare cancer diagnosis at 24 halted everything. Grueling treatments, a bone marrow transplant, then a severe chronic illness caused by the transplant that saved my life. It has limited research and treatments, I have chronic pain, failing lungs, myofascial muscular dystrophy and mobility loss, numerous near-death events (to sit and count them, it’s ridiculous. Heart attacks. Pulmonary Embolisms, back-to-back-to-back pneumonias & flu, horrific falls, a broken neck. On and on.), as well as ongoing family trauma and abandonment. Turns out all those cliches & platitudes are true: Life is short, unfair, not what you expect. So much harder than you ever thought. People can be incredibly cruel. And yet, against so many odds I am still here. I’ve almost died so many times. I tell you this: while you still breathe, there is still hope. There is joy to be found. So FIND IT. 10+ years of one breaker after another: I’m still picking up pieces of myself and building an entirely new everything. I am tired, and many days I have spent weeping. I don’t want to do that anymore. QTR. QUALITY TIME REMAINING. This whole Life thing is us making it up. Be kind to others and follow your joy. That is how we can be Light in a hurting world. Deeply engage with your surroundings: the people, animals, nature, everything you have near you. Hold on. Keep going.

[@scottnot9344]

I am so proud of myself that at the age of 7 (around the solo album/dynasty era) I recognized not only was this a legendary band, but also recognized the brilliance of Paul Stanley. His talent, his intelligence and his drive. Ace will always be #1 to me when it comes to kiss. Paul Stanley as a human being is on another level. Paul if you ever read this. Thank you, I consider you one of the biggest influences in my life, like a family member. I wish the kids today who love kiss could experience growing up with Kiss from 74 to 83.

[@verticalmomentumresiliencypod]

Awesome interview as a lifelong KISS fan thank you 🙏

[@JustMe-ob3nw]

Paul Stanley, always a gentleman. A sweet soul.

[@charlee-2209]

i really love how calm and relaxed pauls voice is and how he is and he is my biggest inspiration and he’s just very nice and honest when he answers questions hes so sweet. ❤️‍🩹

[@jasonelliott66]

Growing up as a kid in the KISS Army.....I've been a fan since about 74-75 as a 8 or 9 year old.....Paul was my first idol. I grew up always wanting to be Paul Stanley, to be just like Paul Stanley. What a truly extraordinary human being. The guys always get so much hate from the other side (you either love KISS or you don't and a lot of shade gets thrown at them by the haters) but you have to admire this guy and his passion for life. Fantastic interview. I'm 56 and Paul is still my idol. * \m/

[@JoJo-je9dr]

Paul is the reason kids has been around 50 years Thank you for all the memories Paul!

[@cleanmyshorts1]

I'm 53 and loved kiss as a kid. This is the 1st time I ever seen an interview with Paul Stanley. I never even heard him talk. Thx so much Howie. I was so intrigued and happy that you have this podcast. Very cool✌️❤️😎 thx Paul and thx Howie 🤟😎🤟🥰

[@mikecunningham6154]

He's done a lot of interviews. You should look up some of the old ones with all 4 original members. Ace and Pete are hilarious in some of them and they really piss Paul and Gene off, but they are having a hard time holding back their laughter.

[@kevinphillips3393]

KISS was my first concert on the LICK IT UP TOUR. I wasn't a huge fan and not that excited about it. But that man is an ABSOLUTELY AMAZING ENTERTAINER! Such a presence on the stage. I'm still not a huge KISS fan, but I am definitely a die hard PAUL STANLEY fan! Great interview Howey.

[@brittnyann]

My 4yr old is OBSESSED with KISS, especially with Paul. She always asks me to put his makeup on her face and taking photos and she'll listen to their songs every morning and rock out. Always pretends to be him when we play house 😂 it's KISS every day with her.

[@Christine16425]

Cute

[@Wishpool]

I've loved Paul Stanley since I was a little girl. I'm 55 now and still adore him! He's so handsome, mild-mannered, and well-spoken. 🤩 ⭐ Howie, please listen more when your guests & daughter are speaking, and wait to ask your next Q until they're finished with their thought. Thank you!

[@blakeh6250]

I think he's got Adhd

[@Robothut]

You have to LOVE Paul Stanley. Thank you for sharing this pod cast with us all.

[@tt55899]

No you don't, he's a lip syncing hypocrite

[@thomasbonnett4800]

That was close. Someone else nearly got to have an opinion.

[@Amp661]

A lip syncer? Paying full price for a clown show with the same songs played over and over and over and over again? No, sorry I don't love Paul Stanley.

[@philderrick9429]

@@Amp661 Your name says it all.

[@Christine16425]

@@tt55899 👍

[@bonamassafrehley1550]

I didn't know who you were Howie, but the same night I watched this, you were on The Nanny re-run in Australia.

[@liamcollopy8874]

Paul is such an inspiration and truly the driving force behind KISS. What a great interview with a true renaissance man. A highly accomplished artist, singer, front man, theatrical artist extraordinaire, guitarist, painter, and family man. What an accomplished individual and what a life lived to the fullest. I derive so much inspiration from Paul. I can't imagine my life without KISS. KISS will live forever as long as Paul is at the helm!

[@geneg3776]

Could not have said it better myself. True artist and inspiration in all areas of his life. Such a great attitude to life and so much positivity he has. I can see why he is so successful. He has the right mindset and high values. Great comment👍

[@BBBILLY86]

Not a KISS fan although being into Heavy Metal I've seen thier shows. Wish I watched a Paul interview years ago. I'm blown away by his honest, down to Earth, self confidence without the cockiness demeanor. Seems like a genuinely great man.

[@louamorin4246]

What an interesting interview and guest. I was never a KISS fan but learned a great deal about his life and art. Millions made from painting too... WOW

[@hellonheels91069]

Great interview. I've seen KISS in concert and I have to say it's probably the best concert I've ever seen

[@Spicy-zx8qi]

What a genuine article, still rockin at 70 and he doesn't try, he Does make it look easy with all that gear let alone the music and singing all while still being humble as F*$@.

[@chrissyc1996]

I have been a Kiss fan since I was a kid. I 've seen them live twice, both on "Farewell Tours" about 20 years apart, lol. A Kiss show was not just a concert, but an experience. Great interview!

[@johnbowen35]

Paul Stanley, what a great human being you are. An inspiration and role model for how we all should strive to be. Thank you for sharing your phenomenal talents and passions with us all. Take away the fame and fortune, and Paul is exactly the same man you see today, extremely humble, honest, and real. And the same goes for Howie, take a look at his beautiful daughter, she represents her family well!

[@Putchki]

I have LOVED every second of this particular podcast..howie is an incredible interviewer and wow I am mesmerised by Paul. What an amazing, thoughtful and wise man

[@Gene-XL]

When Paul said: “…kids aren’t looking for an answer…” I think that’s brilliant and so true!!! Just be there and let them know that you hear them and that you’re there for them!

[@danielbiesheuvel9456]

Great, intimate and genuine interview. He didn't trash anyone. Very reassuring...

[@KaddysJamKave]

I have a new found respect for Paul after this interview... he's pretty smart, wise and humble. I grew up with Kiss being my heroes but has mostly faded after Tommy and Eric putting on Ace and Peters makeup. Excellent interview!

[@ralphtarr5931]

I've been a KISS FAN since 1975 (10 yrs old) and now a 57 YR young drummer who was inspired by KISS to play music and want to be a "ROCK STAR" LOL and Paul is the ULTIMATE ROCK STAR ! and amazing human being! I caught his solo tour in the 90s 8n the STONE PONY Asbury Park NJ and he didn't need the huge stage show to blow 7s away. Thanks Paul for sharing your life!

[@petercee4185]

Anyone that says it's impossible, are the ones who have failed. (great quote) Thanks Paul

[@ivankrushensky]

30:41 ....he's not lying about this. My mom was a KISS fan in the 70's. She took me and my brothers in the 90's. I have taken both of my sons in 2010's. The torched has been passed, I've done my duty.

[@monzsterman]

I was always a fan of Kiss until their second fairwell tour in which I seen the first. I guess I felt used in a way just like Motley Crue did. I now enjoy seeing interviews like this from the members. One thing I have come away from them is as much as people hate Gene and Paul you can't take anything away from them. They built an Empire from nothing but a dream.

[@shable1436]

To each their own

[@HanzonMacaque]

Its farewell and this is the second farewell tour. Stop making up shit

[@monzsterman]

@@HanzonMacaque if this is addressed to me why you thinking Im making shit up??? Your comment states a second farewell tour (in which they are still doing). I guess you didnt understand the comment I made. Maybe you should reread it more slowly than you did the first time so you can understand it more clearly.