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Kiss Revives Career by Ditching Iconic Makeup

2/23/2025

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In the early '80s, Kiss struggled with waning popularity after the departure of members Peter Criss and Ace Frehley. In a bold move, they shed their iconic makeup for the 1983 album "Lick It Up," spearheaded by Paul Stanley. This daring strategy reignited their career, leading to a triumphant return and gold certification in the U.S.

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In the early '80s, Kiss struggled with waning popularity after the departure of members Peter Criss and Ace Frehley. In a bold move, they shed their iconic makeup for the 1983 album "Lick It Up," spearheaded by Paul Stanley. This daring strategy reignited their career, leading to a triumphant return and gold certification in the U.S.