KISS Rock and Roll Over - Paul Did Something I Never Expected

KISS – Rock and Roll Over: The Album That Changed Everything | Vinyl Retrospective

Join Robert John Hadfield and Gary for a deep-dive into Rock and Roll Over—an album that didn’t just rock, it changed everything. From personal stories to rare behind-the-scenes insights, this episode explores the music, the artwork, and the mythology that made Rock and Roll Over more than just another record—it became a rite of passage.

📀 Robert’s first album ever? Rock and Roll Over. And yes, there’s a Paul Stanley moment in here that you won’t believe.

We also read through a vintage 1977 newspaper article that proves KISS was always playing 4D chess with their image and empire-building.

🧠 What you’ll get in this episode:

Real-time reactions and breakdowns of the artwork
Childhood stories tied to the album
Rare vinyl insights and Kiss memorabilia
Discussion on the avatars, legacy, and future of KISS
Commentary on their theater roots, production history, and timeless marketing

00:00 - Welcome, KISS fans: This one’s personal
00:19 - Robert’s first album ever + amazing Paul Stanley story
01:55 - The Denver book signing moment with Paul Stanley
04:00 - Childhood memories tied to Rock and Roll Over
06:04 - Breaking down the iconic album art
07:55 - Discovering the band before the internet
09:00 - Misidentifying KISS band members as a kid
10:54 - Who is Shawn Delaney? And why he mattered
13:44 - Reading a vintage 1977 article: “KISS invites audience fantasies”
18:10 - The Bob Ezrin effect: From Alice Cooper to KISS
22:00 - The era of mystique: No photos without makeup
25:00 - Becoming superheroes before it was trendy
30:00 - From cab drivers to megastars: The early hustle
34:40 - How “Rock and Roll Over” solidified their sound
38:18 - KISS characters vs. real-life personas
41:10 - Comic books, puppets, and movies? They predicted it all
44:35 - Favorite tracks from the album + musical analysis
48:33 - Why this album still matters today
50:01 - Shout out to the next generation of KISS fans
50:59 - Final thoughts + how YOU can help grow the channel

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