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Ace Frehley Reflects on Shocking On-Stage Experiences

1/22/2025

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Ace Frehley, the legendary former guitarist of Kiss, opened up about harrowing on-stage experiences, including a shocking 1976 electrocution in Florida that sparked his iconic song "Shock Me." Despite losing sensation in his hands, he emerged unscathed. He also shared tales of tumbles in platform boots that took a toll on his knees, all while celebrating the release of his eighth solo album, "10,000 Volts."

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Ace Frehley, the legendary former guitarist of Kiss, opened up about harrowing on-stage experiences, including a shocking 1976 electrocution in Florida that sparked his iconic song "Shock Me." Despite losing sensation in his hands, he emerged unscathed. He also shared tales of tumbles in platform boots that took a toll on his knees, all while celebrating the release of his eighth solo album, "10,000 Volts."