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KISS

QueensFormed in 1973Compilations Rock20 vinyl albums
KISS formed in Queens, New York, in 1973, spearheading hard rock and glam metal with their theatrical stage persona and signature makeup. Over decades, their music catalog spans hard rock, heavy metal, and rock 'n' roll styles with global influence.
20Albums on Vinyles.com
13707Discogs releases
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About

KISS, Queens-born pioneers of glam and hard rock since 1973.

22 vinyl releases with original pressings from the 70s and 80s; live albums and compilations tracked in real time.

KISS is an American rock band that began in 1973 in Queens, known for combining hard rock and glam metal with a visually dramatic stage presence including distinctive makeup and costumes. The band has released numerous vinyl albums encompassing studio works, live recordings, and compilations that appeal to collectors and audiophiles alike.

Vinyles.com tracks current vinyl availability with detailed pricing and pressing info, including original pressings from Casablanca Records in countries like the US, Mexico, and South Africa. The band's output includes over 20 million albums sold in the US and worldwide sales exceeding 100 million, reflecting a significant market for rare and reissued vinyl editions.

Discography

KISS — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Off The Soundboard Poughkeepsie NY Mid-Hudson Arena November 28 1984UMe · 2023
2023
Off The Soundboard Poughkeepsie NY Mid-Hudson Arena November 28 1984
CD, Album
Studio
Off The Soundboard: Live in Des MoinesUMe · 2022
2022
Off The Soundboard: Live in Des Moines
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Live
Alive: The Millennium ConcertMercury · 2014
2014
Alive: The Millennium Concert
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
MonsterUMe · 2012
2012
Monster
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Sonic BoomKISS Records · 2009
2009
Sonic Boom
CD, Album, DVD, DVD-Video, NTSC, All Media
Studio
Kiss Symphony: Alive IVSanctuary · 2003
2003
Kiss Symphony: Alive IV
CD, Album
Studio
Psycho CircusMercury · 1998
1998
Psycho Circus
CD, Album, Enhanced
Studio
Carnival Of Souls: The Final SessionsMercury · 1997
1997
Carnival Of Souls: The Final Sessions
CD, Album
Studio
MTV UnpluggedMercury · 1996
1996
MTV Unplugged
CD, Album
Live
Alive IIIMercury · 1993
1993
Alive III
CD, Album
Studio
RevengeMercury · 1992
1992
Revenge
CD, Album
Studio
Hot In The ShadeMercury · 1989
1989
Hot In The Shade
CD, Album
Studio
Crazy NightsMercury · 1987
1987
Crazy Nights
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
AsylumMercury · 1985
1985
Asylum
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
AnimalizeMercury · 1984
1984
Animalize
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Lick It UpMercury · 1983
1983
Lick It Up
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Creatures Of The NightCasablanca · 1982
1982
Creatures Of The Night
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
(Music From) The ElderCasablanca · 1981
1981
(Music From) The Elder
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
UnmaskedCasablanca · 1980
1980
Unmasked
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
DynastyCasablanca · 1979
1979
Dynasty
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Paul StanleyCasablanca · 1978
1978
Paul Stanley
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Peter CrissCasablanca · 1978
1978
Peter Criss
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Ace FrehleyCasablanca · 1978
1978
Ace Frehley
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Gene SimmonsCasablanca · 1978
1978
Gene Simmons
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Alive IICasablanca · 1977
1977
Alive II
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Love GunCasablanca · 1977
1977
Love Gun
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
DestroyerCasablanca · 1976
1976
Destroyer
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Rock And Roll OverCasablanca · 1976
1976
Rock And Roll Over
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Dressed To KillCasablanca · 1975
1975
Dressed To Kill
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Alive!Casablanca · 1975
1975
Alive!
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Hotter Than HellCasablanca · 1974
1974
Hotter Than Hell
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
KissCasablanca · 1974
1974
Kiss
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up KISS's career.

01
I Was Made for Lovin' You
·
02
Rock And Roll All Nite
Rock And Roll All Nite
Alive: The Millennium Concert · 2014
03
Detroit Rock City
Detroit Rock City
Alive: The Millennium Concert · 2014
04
Strutter
Strutter
Kiss · 1974
05
Love Gun
Love Gun
Love Gun · 1977
06
Heaven's On Fire
Heaven's On Fire
Alive: The Millennium Concert · 2014
07
Lick It Up
Lick It Up
Alive: The Millennium Concert · 2014
08
Beth
Beth
Alive: The Millennium Concert · 2014

The essentials

The 3 KISS albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1974
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Kiss

The debut album includes tracks like "Strutter" and "Deuce," establishing KISS's glam hard rock sound. Original pressings on Casablanca label are sought after by collectors.

9 tracksStereoCasablanca labelReleased 1974
#2 · 1982
Vinyl, LP, Album
Creatures Of The Night

Known for its heavier sound and tracks like "I Love It Loud" and "Creatures Of The Night," this album marks a key period in their hard rock evolution with notable original pressings.

9 tracksCasablanca labelReleased 1982Heavier hard rock style
#3 · 1977
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Love Gun

The album features hits like "Christine Sixteen" and "Love Gun," delivered with arena rock energy. Original US stereo pressings on Casablanca label are especially collectible.

10 tracksStereoCasablanca labelReleased 1977

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Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Creatures Of The Night
Master release · LP · 1982
Market position i
23,45 €
Min price 9 €Max price 35 €
Average price 23,45 €
Only 34 copies for sale on Discogs
873 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Love Gun
Master release · LP · 1977
Market position i
78,78 €
Min price 7 €Max price 151 €
Average price 78,78 €
Only 122 copies for sale on Discogs
271 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Kiss
Master release · LP · 1974
Market position i
51,92 €
Min price 51 €Max price 600 €
Average price 51,92 €
Only 11 copies for sale on Discogs
2 415 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Off The Soundboard Poughkeepsie NY Mid-Hudson Arena November 28 1984
Master release · LP · 2023
Market position i
25,00 €
Min price 23 €Max price 88 €
Average price 25,00 €
Only 58 copies for sale on Discogs
19 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Off The Soundboard: Live in Des Moines
Master release · LP · 2022
Market position i
38,92 €
Min price 26 €Max price 49 €
Average price 38,92 €
Only 107 copies for sale on Discogs
93 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Alive: The Millennium Concert
Master release · LP · 2014
Market position i
76,00 €
Min price 75 €Max price 138 €
Average price 76,00 €
Only 16 copies for sale on Discogs
228 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
Off The Soundboard Poughkeepsie NY Mid-Hudson Arena November 28 1984LP, Stereo
UMe Germany · 2023 B0037096-01 🔥 Standard edition
19 want · 363 have · ratio 0,1
25,00 €
Off The Soundboard Poughkeepsie NY Mid-Hudson Arena November 28 1984LP, Stereo
UMe USA & Europe · 2023 B0037096-01 Original pressing
19 want · 363 have · ratio 0,1
23,00 €
Creatures Of The NightLP, Album
Casablanca Ecuador · 1982 LP-28540 🔥 Standard edition
873 want · 3 271 have · ratio 0,3
8,80 €
Creatures Of The NightLP, Album
Casablanca Mexico · 1982 6302 219, LPR-43063 Original pressing
873 want · 3 271 have · ratio 0,3
30,11 €
Love GunLP, Album, White Label
Casablanca UK · 1977 CALH 2017 🔥 Standard edition
271 want · 2 493 have · ratio 0,1
Love GunLP, Album
Casablanca South Africa · 1977 NAC-7032 Original pressing
271 want · 2 493 have · ratio 0,1
150,53 €
KissLP, Album
Casablanca Philippines · 1974 NB 9001 🔥 Standard edition
2 415 want · 4 405 have · ratio 0,5
599,99 €
KissLP, Album
Casablanca New Zealand · 1974 DRS 1007 Original pressing
2 415 want · 4 405 have · ratio 0,5

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of KISS

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

"KISS distinguished themselves through theatrical makeup and elaborate stage costumes that became synonymous with their identity."
— KISS Legacy
01Studio

Recording of 'Creatures Of The Night' in 1982

Released in 1982 under the Casablanca label, the album 'Creatures Of The Night' included powerful tracks like "I Still Love You" and "War Machine," showcasing a heavier hard rock style. Original pressings from Mexico remain priced up to €30.11 and are popular among vinyl collectors.

1982Mexico
02Pressing

US Original Stereo Pressing of 'Love Gun' (1977)

The 'Love Gun' album, released by Casablanca Records in 1977, is available in original US stereo pressings catalogued as NBLP 7057. These vinyl pressings include the iconic title track and have price ranges from €7.04 to distinctive high-value copies at €150.53.

1977United States
03Live Album

'Off The Soundboard: Live in Des Moines' LP 2022

'Off The Soundboard: Live in Des Moines' is a live album released on vinyl in 2022. It captures KISS performing classics such as "I Stole Your Love" and "Rock And Roll All Nite." Prices for this live LP commonly sit around €33.20 with availability across several releases.

2022United States
04Live Recording

'Off The Soundboard Poughkeepsie NY Mid-Hudson Arena November 28 1984' (2023)

This 2023 release captures a vibrant 1984 live concert in Poughkeepsie, New York, featuring a broad setlist including "Detroit Rock City" and "Lick It Up." Formats include CD and LP with prices ranging approximately from €12 to €23 depending on pressing and region.

2023New York
"More than 100 million albums sold worldwide reflect their lasting impact in rock and metal genres."
— Sales Data

Records by KISS

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FAQ

FAQ: KISS on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genre of music is KISS known for?

KISS is primarily known for hard rock and glam metal, with elements of heavy metal and classic rock throughout their catalog.

When was KISS formed and where?

KISS formed in 1973 in Queens, New York, USA, by Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons.

Which KISS albums are considered essential vinyl collectibles?

Essential KISS vinyl records include 'Kiss' (1974), 'Creatures Of The Night' (1982), and 'Love Gun' (1977), available in original Casablanca pressings.

Are there live KISS vinyl albums available?

Yes, live albums such as 'Off The Soundboard: Live in Des Moines' (2022) and 'Off The Soundboard Poughkeepsie NY' (2023) are released on vinyl formats.

What should I look for when buying vintage KISS vinyl in France?

Look for original Casablanca pressings and check condition carefully, as many European editions vary. Watch for pricing from €17 to over €100 depending on edition and rarity.

Where can I find KISS vinyl records in Paris?

Vinyl shops in Paris often carry classic and reissued KISS records, especially popular studio albums and live LPs. Check local listings and online marketplaces for current availability.

How does KISS's stage persona influence their vinyl appeal?

Their theatrical makeup and costumes contribute to a distinctive brand, increasing collector interest in vinyl pressings featuring original artwork and limited editions.

What are some popular KISS tracks on vinyl for audiophiles?

Popular tracks include "I Was Made for Lovin' You", "Rock And Roll All Nite", and "Detroit Rock City", often featured on essential LPs.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 26/06/2026