Full Breakdown
Stanley Simmons Announces Debut Album
5/2/2026, 1:27:08 AM
Album Release and Initial Tour
Stanley Simmons—Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons, sons of KISS stars Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons—will issue their debut studio album *Dancing While the World Is Ending* on August 28, 2026. The album is available for pre-order on Amazon and Spotify. Singles “Body Down” and the title track have already been released; a third single, “Temporary Love,” drops on May 8, 2026. They will support the release with shows: May 4 at House of Blues Voodoo Room (San Diego), May 6 at Constellation Room (Santa Ana), May 10 at The Siren (Morro Bay), and May 13 at Ventura Music Hall (Ventura).
Family Legacy and Musical Direction
Although they inherit a rock pedigree, their sound diverges from KISS, favoring folk-rock echoing Simon & Garfunkel and 1960s psychedelia. Social-media videos showcase vocal harmonies on classic covers, reflecting a process that began with an impromptu recording session and grew to ten songs. Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons share vocal duties and co-write material.
Timeline of Key Milestones
- Early 2025: Impromptu session produces ten tracks.
- March 2026: Instagram announcement of album title, cover art, and release date.
- April 2026: Release of “Body Down” and “Dancing While the World Is Ending.”
- May 8, 2026: Release of “Temporary Love.”
- August 28, 2026: Full album launch.
Data & Statistics
The album comprises 12 songs, including “Body Down,” “Dancing While the World Is Ending,” “Temporary Love,” and nine additional tracks. Pre-order options are offered through Amazon; streaming is enabled on Spotify.
Why It Matters
The project shows how heirs of rock legends can forge distinct artistic identities. By opting for folk-rock rather than hard-rock, Stanley Simmons broadens the musical narrative linked to the KISS brand and may attract listeners beyond the band’s traditional fan base.
Official Statements & Responses
Paul Stanley told WCSX that the collaboration “started organically” and praised the album’s songwriting as “smart” and “nothing like KISS.” Evan Stanley noted that “Temporary Love” marks the first song he and Nick wrote together, underscoring their joint creative process.
Verbatim Quotes
- “It’s amazing that totally organically, Evan, my son and Nick, Gene’s son, about a year ago started making music together. They’ve known each other their whole lives, but this bond they’ve had with music and this album they’ve done is crazy good. I heard it and I just went ‘wow, this is nuts.’ And it’s nothing like KISS, but it’s so smart and the writing is great.” — Paul Stanley, KISS guitarist/vocalist
- “It's the first song Nick and I ever wrote together,” — Evan Stanley, vocalist/guitarist, Stanley Simmons
What’s Next
The next milestones are the release of the third single “Temporary Love” on May 8, the four-date California tour in early May, and the full album launch on August 28.
