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Ghost's Tobias Forge: Rock Is Alive and Thriving!

7/21/2025

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Tobias Forge of Ghost passionately countered Gene Simmons' assertion that "rock is dead," declaring that fresh talent will rise to take the spotlight. He pointed to Ghost and other contemporary artists as proof that success is still attainable, insisting that the music landscape will continue to evolve, regardless of Simmons' critiques of younger fans and streaming platforms.

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Tobias Forge of Ghost passionately countered Gene Simmons' assertion that "rock is dead," declaring that fresh talent will rise to take the spotlight. He pointed to Ghost and other contemporary artists as proof that success is still attainable, insisting that the music landscape will continue to evolve, regardless of Simmons' critiques of younger fans and streaming platforms.