Kiss Comes To Detroit Rock City
October 20th, 2023 was one for the books. Why? Well, that was the night KISS brought their End of the Road Tour to Detroit Rock City. It was a night we’ll never forget. KISS is a big deal no matter where you go. However, KISS is a very big deal here in Detroit Rock City. I mean, I don’t hear any songs of theirs celebrating Cleveland, or Chicago, or Dallas. KISS has shown Detroit lots of love over the years, and the city returned their appreciation at Little Caesars Arena on the 20th.
Tommy Thayer of KISS gets the crowd going at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Safe to say we rock and rolled all night. Awesome show.
Alec RobinsonOctober 20th, 2023 was one for the books. Why? Well, that was the night KISS brought their End of the Road Tour to Detroit Rock City. It was a night we'll never forget.
KISS is a big deal no matter where you go. However, KISS is a very big deal here in Detroit Rock City. I mean, I don't hear any songs of theirs celebrating Cleveland, or Chicago, or Dallas. KISS has shown Detroit lots of love over the years, and the city returned their appreciation at Little Caesars Arena on the 20th.
It was a huge night at LCA and the whole city was buzzing. Safe to say KISS didn't disappoint, either. Their setlist that night included more than 20 songs and almost all of their hits. Before the show, I remember telling a friend the band will either start or end with "Detroit Rock City." It only makes sense. You can't throw it in the middle of the set. Not while you're in Detroit.
My guess proved to be correct, as they opened with the song celebrating our beloved city, according to Setlist.fm. I think that was the right call. You want to start off on the right foot, and that's the way to do it. It set the tone for the whole night. It would also be a major bummer to close out the show with it, making Detroit wait. I support what they did. In the end, they closed the show with "Rock and Roll All Nite." Always end with a hit. KISS knows how to play the game.
The End of the Road Tour Goes On
Other hits played that night included: "Beth," "Calling Dr. Love," "Love Gun," "I Was Made For Lovin' You," and more, according to Setlist.fm. They brought their A-Game to Detroit, that's for sure. While the Detroit show has come and gone, it's not the end of the road, yet! The tour will conclude in New York City at Madison Square Garden on December 2nd. Only fitting as that's where the band is from (and the biggest city in the country). Before they make it to New York, KISS still has shows in Texas, California, Washington, Canada, Tennessee, Indiana, Illinois, and Maryland. Worth noting, some of those stops are very close to Detroit. If you didn't catch them at Little Caesars Arena, or want to see them one more time you'll have a chance! Toronto, Indianapolis, and Chicago aren't very far! Could be worth the trip!
What was your favorite KISS show of all-time? How many times did you see them perform? Don't be shy! Brag about it in the comments!
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Alec RobinsonAmber Wild opens for KISS in Detroit at Little Caesars Arena. Detroit Rock City had a great night celebrating KISS on their End Of The Road Tour.
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Alec RobinsonThomas of Amber Wild sets the tone on the drums. Speaking of setting the tone, that's exactly what Amber Wild did to get the crowd ready for the night. Perfect intro to KISS.
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Alec RobinsonEvan Stanley rocks out with Amber Wild at LCA before KISS performed. The name Evan Stanley sound familiar? It should! He's Paul's son. How awesome is that? The End Of The Road Tour is a family affair!
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Alec RobinsonAmber Wild on stage at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. They opened for KISS in Detroit on their End Of The Road Tour.
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Alec RobinsonAmber Wild rocks out at LCA before KISS took the stage. They rock, make sure to check them out sometime. Unless you don't like good music.
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Alec RobinsonA great shot of Thomas on the drums for Amber Wild. They rocked LCA. What a night in Detroit!
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Alec RobinsonEvan Stanley, Paul Stanley's son, rocks out with Amber Wild at LCA. Amber Wild opened for KISS at their Detroit stop as a part of the End Of The Road Tour.
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Alec RobinsonJake from Amber Wild on the bass! They're a great band, and the next time they come to town I highly recommend you see them. No matter where they're at. Go!
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Alec RobinsonAnother shot of Evan Stanley on stage with Amber Wild. KISS took the stage later on. Excellent night of rock and roll in the Motor City!
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Alec RobinsonMarshall from Amber Wild on the guitar. Just looking at this picture and the shape of that guitar you know Marshall was rocking loud! Awesome to see, and probably even better to hear.
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Alec RobinsonKISS takes the stage at Little Caesars Arena. What an awesome set and a great night in Detroit Rock City! It was an amazing show.
Alec RobinsonGene Simmons and Paul Stanley rock LCA. KISS performed in Detroit as a part of their End Of The Road Tour. Were you there? Legendary stuff.
Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley - Legends!
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Alec RobinsonGene Simmons, of KISS, on stage at LCA. Will this be the last time he ever plays in Detroit? We hope not!
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Alec RobinsonWow. How rock and roll is this picture? Thank you KISS for making sure to come to Detroit Rock City with the End Of The Road Tour!
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Alec RobinsonTommy Thayer of KISS on the LCA stage. That guitar was sounding loud and crisp. Excellent show.
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Alec RobinsonGene Simmons gets the crowd going at Little Caesars Arena. KISS performed as a part of their End of the Road Tour
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Alec RobinsonKISS on stage at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit for the End of the Road Tour. What an amazing night in Detroit Rock City. Could be the last time we ever see them play!
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Alec RobinsonGene Simmons, Tommy Thayer, and Paul Stanley of KISS on stage at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Great to see them play. It was a fantastic night.
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Alec RobinsonPaul Stanley, of KISS, rocks out on the guitar as the pyrotechnics go off behind him. Does any band do pyro better than KISS? I can't think of any...
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Alec RobinsonHow cool is that?! That's KISS in a nutshell. They say a picture speaks 1,000 words. I think this one is singing out thousands!
A KISS concert is not just a concert, it's an all out assault!
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Alec RobinsonGene Simmons, Tommy Thayer, and Paul Stanley of KISS rock Little Caesars Arena in Detroit Rock City. LCA was rocking loudly. The way it's supposed to be!
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Alec RobinsonTommy Thayer of KISS gets the crowd going at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Safe to say we rock and rolled all night. Awesome show.
Tommy Thayer of KISS in Detroit Rock City!
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Alec RobinsonGene Simmons of KISS on the bass! Tears were definitely falling in the LCA crowd for the End of the Road Tour.
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Alec RobinsonWow! What an amazing photo. I can't wrap my head around it. The whole night can be summed up in this one picture. Thank you, KISS!
It's hard to top a KISS show....especially in Detroit Rock City!
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Alec RobinsonGene Simmons and his iconic tongue. Tough to find someone who epitomizes the word "rockstar" more than Gene Simmons.
Tough to find someone who epitomizes the word "rockstar" more than Gene Simmons.
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Alec RobinsonMore rocking from Gene Simmons. KISS rocked Little Caesars Arena during their End of the Road Tour. If this was the last time we see them, it was a great show.
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Alec RobinsonGene Simmons of KISS showing off his world famous tongue. What an iconic picture. Awesome night at LCA.
