Gene Simmons has addressed speculation about a next-generation KISS featuring his son Nick and Paul Stanley’s son Evan. The KISS co-founder shared his perspective in a recent interview with Ultimate Classic Rock.
“We, me and Paul, have nothing to do with it. Evan has his own band,” Simmons stated. “Nick’s music and songs have already been in Ozark and Prodigal Son.”
“In science and nature there’s something called a singularity; nobody plans it, it just happens,” he continued. “There was no guarantee that Evan and Nick would even get along, but they do. They hang out. They started strumming guitars…so they started writing their own songs. All of a sudden record companies are meeting with them.”
“But they’re not following in anybody’s footsteps,” Simmons added. “It has nothing to do with Kiss. They’re feeling is, ‘We like doing this. You’ve got opinions, we’re not really interested. This is what we’re doing.'”
Simmons and Stanley maintain distance from their sons’ musical endeavors. Recent developments indicate an organic collaboration between the next generation.
Recent Musical Collaboration
Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons have completed 10 songs together. Consequence reveals this collaborative effort represents a full album’s worth of material.
The recording sessions featured guitarist Jacob Bunton as a special guest. This collaboration demonstrates their commitment to developing their own unique sound.
Evan Stanley’s Musical Journey
Rock 101.7 highlights Evan Stanley’s growing experience in the music industry. He currently fronts the band Amber Wild and has opened for KISS during their farewell tour.
These performances have helped Evan establish his own musical identity. He continues to develop his artistry separate from his father’s legendary status.
Nick Simmons’s Musical Background
Louder Sound documents Nick Simmons’s diverse musical contributions. His work includes vocal collaborations with former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick.
Nick has carved his own path in the industry. His experience spans from television appearances in “Gene Simmons Family Jewels” to creating original music.
