KISS - Avatar Tour Keeps Rock Legacy Alive On Global Stages
24.06.2026 - 04:37:16 | ad-hoc-news.de
KISS continue to extend their monumental farewell as a virtual act with the KISS AVATAR SHOW. The avatar production, developed with Pophouse Entertainment and Industrial Light & Magic, is booked into major European arenas in 2025 according to the official tour announcement on the KISS website.
Where the KISS avatars perform
The KISS AVATAR SHOW is confirmed for multiple large-scale venues, including dates at Stockholm’s Avicii Arena and London’s O2 Arena in 2025, per the show listings from promoter Pophouse Entertainment on the Pophouse site.
The production is presented as a full concert experience with state-of-the-art visuals, surround sound and a set of KISS classics, effectively turning the band’s farewell into a long-term digital residency that can tour globally after the physical End Of The Road tour ended in December 2023.
How the digital show was developed
The avatars were created using motion capture sessions with the band members, combining their performances with Industrial Light & Magic’s visual effects technology, as outlined by Pophouse and the band during the show’s unveiling in New York in late 2023 in a Rolling Stone report.
According to those presentations, the digital KISS can theoretically tour for decades, opening up possibilities for residencies in markets like Las Vegas or long-running shows in cities such as London, similar to the ABBA Voyage model but with a harder rock edge.
All news and background on KISS
For more articles on KISS, including tour history, album milestones and chart performance, the AD HOC NEWS archive offers additional context.
The musical core of KISS
KISS built their name on a mix of hard rock, glam theatrics and arena-sized choruses, with albums like Destroyer (1976) and Love Gun (1977) defining their 1970s peak, while later releases such as Creatures of the Night (1982) added a heavier edge.
Where the act stands now
KISS are currently in their post-touring phase, preparing further KISS AVATAR SHOW dates for 2025 while remaining off the road as a traditional live band.
KISS at a glance
- Act: KISS
- Genre: Hard rock / glam rock
- Origin: New York City, United States
- Active since: 1973
- Lineup: Paul Stanley (vocals, guitar), Gene Simmons (bass, vocals), Tommy Thayer (guitar), Eric Singer (drums)
- Key works: Destroyer (1976), Love Gun (1977), Creatures of the Night (1982), Alive! (1975)
- Current album/single: Off the Soundboard: Poughkeepsie 1984, released April 7, 2023
- Charts / certifications: Multiple Platinum albums in the U.S., including Destroyer (RIAA Platinum, November 11, 1976)
- Next live date: 2025, Stockholm, Avicii Arena - KISS AVATAR SHOW
Frequently asked questions about KISS
What is the KISS AVATAR SHOW?
The KISS AVATAR SHOW is a digital concert experience using motion-captured performances of KISS members combined with advanced visual effects, allowing the band’s likeness to perform in arenas after their physical touring retirement.
Will KISS play traditional concerts again?
As of now KISS have ended their traditional touring with the End Of The Road shows in 2023, and upcoming activity centers on the KISS AVATAR SHOW rather than standard live dates.
Which KISS albums are considered essential?
Widely cited standout releases include Destroyer, Love Gun, Creatures of the Night and the live set Alive!, which captured the band’s 1970s arena sound and helped cement their reputation.
This article was created with AI assistance and editorially reviewed. All information without guarantee; dates, chart positions and certifications may change at short notice.
