Peter Criss

The guitarist has received an outpouring of praise from ex-bandmates and fellow rockers.

The guitarist died at 74, leaving behind a towering legacy.

Gene Simmons called his band "the embodiment of the American dream."

Simultaneously released debuts "probably put the final nail in the coffin of the band," he later concluded.

All four living, non-active Kiss alumni will perform at weekend-long event.

We're rockin' around the Christmas tree and into a long list of rock stars who are celebrating their birthdays this month.

Walmart Rock City.

Drummer made plea in 'New York Times' op-ed published on Oct. 25, 1980.

Homeless man had sold his story to a tabloid, claiming to be the former Kiss drummer.

Original Kiss drummer recorded the video in his living room.