Ace Frehley Tribute: Debate Over Solo Band's Tribute Shows

0:00On April 3rd, Ace Freshly, the legendary K.I.S.S guitarist known as the Space Man, passed away last October at age 74 from injuries in a fallet, his home. Now, some musicians from his solo band are planning tribute shows down under, playing his 1978 solo album in full plus K.I.S.S. Classics. Ryan Spencer Cook on guitar, Philip Shals on bass, Jeremy Asbrock on guitar and vocals, and Christopher Williams on drums, Guy's A's hand picked for his. Australia and tour back in 2018 are set to honor him that way. Scott Cougan, Ace's drummer and vocalist in 2006, spoke out against it on April 1st. He said it's way too soon after the loss, and he wants no part in anything that feels like cashing in on Ace's name or legacy. Scott's been quiet till now to respect the family and crew during their grief. Ryan fired back on social media April 3rd, saying grief hits everyone different with no set timeline.

1:00Life short, he argued, so celebrate who you want when your heart says it's right. Nobody should dictate if it's too early or late. These players go way back with Ace and even Gene Simmons. In 2018, they back Gene's band before Ace tapped them. Asbrock stuck with Ace the longest on guitar, through tours like Japan and the K.I.S.S. crews, the Williams had to bow out for a gig with accept. Ace's rock legacy towers huge, from co-founding K.I.S.S.S. in 1973 to his solo hits and sobriety comeback. These tribute debates show how deep fans and friends feel his void, keeping the music alive his way. That's your music news today update, AI powered and always on.