ACE FREHLEY “Space Invader” /Ltd. Digipack CD + Poster/

First re-release on picture disc of the debut full-length solo album by the former lead guitarist and vocalist of legendary American Hard Rock/Glam Rock band Kiss.
It was one of four solo albums released by the members of Kiss on September 18, 1978. The album featured Anton Fig on drums, which later performed session work on the Kiss albums "Dynasty" and "Unmasked", as well as become a member of Ace Frehley’s band Frehley’s Comet. Fig along with Will Lee, who played bass on three tracks on the album, became permanent members of Paul Shaffer’s band on "Late Night" with David Letterman and "Late Show" with David Letterman.
Of the four Kiss solo albums released simultaneously in 1978, the best of the bunch is guitarist Ace Frehley's. Similar in approach to Paul Stanley's album, Frehley did not stray far from the expected heavy Kiss sound (like Gene Simmons and Peter Criss did with their releases), but Ace was equipped with better compositions than Stanley.
Frehley proved once and for all that he was not simply a backup musician to Kiss head honchos Simmons and Stanley. All of the tracks are strong, such as the venomous opener, "Rip It Out", as well as a few tracks that confirm how Frehley was indulging in alcohol and drugs a bit too much by the late '70s ("Snow Blind", "Ozone", and "Wiped Out"). You'll also find many underrated compositions ("Speedin' Back to My Baby", "What's on Your Mind?", "I'm in Need of Love"), a gorgeous instrumental ("Fractured Mirror"), and the Top 20 hit single "New York Groove". Unfortunately, when Ace left Kiss in 1982 (eventually forming Frehley's Comet), he never came close to topping this solid and inspired 1978 solo outing.
Casablanca/Lilith Ltd., 1978/2006 (LR114LPP). Manufactured in EU. 180g Picture Disc.


Tracklist:

Side One
1. Rip It Out 3:40
2. Speedin' Back To My Baby 3:37
3. Snow Blind 3:55
4. Ozone 4:40
5. What's On Your Mind? 3:27

Side Two
6. New York Groove 3:03
7. I'm In Need Of Love 4:37
8. Wiped-Out 4:13
9. Fractured Mirror 5:26

Total playing time: 36:38 min.

The eighth full-length studio solo album by former guitarist of legendary American Hard Rock band KISS.
"Spaceman" marks Ace’s sixth studio effort of original solo material, and the follow up to 2016’s covers album, "Origins, Vol. 1". As with his previous effort, he tapped a former KISS mate to help on the new record. Last time it was Paul, this time, Gene Simmons joins the party. Ace and Gene wrote two tracks for the new record together, album opener, “Without You I’m Nothing” and “Your Wish is My Command”.
Ace played all the guitars on “Spaceman”, as well as all the bass parts, not counting the two Simmons lent his four-strings to. Longtime friend and drummer Anton Fig makes a return for the bombastic rocker, “Pursuit of Rock and Roll”.
With "Spaceman", Ace Frehley has come full circle as a musician and songwriter, putting himself out there, as he says, “with no regrets”.  Ace sings with more confidence than ever before, and his playing remains impeccable and electrifying. "Spaceman" resonates with the feel of his 1978 solo debut, and that’s the sweet spot for all Frehley friends and fans. It’s as if he’s traveled back in time 40 years. Keep Rockin’ With the Boys, Ace!!
Limited Edition heavyweight 180g Violet Transparent vinyl includes bonus CD with the album.
Entertainment One U.S., LP, 2018 (SPV 778161 LP). Made in EU. First press.


Tracklist:

Side A
1. Without You I'm Nothing 4:04
2. Rockin' With The Boys 4:14
3. Your Wish Is My Command 3:37
4. Bronx Boy 2:50
5. Pursuit Of Rock And Roll 4:31

Side B
6. I Wanna Go Back 4:00
7. Mission To Mars 3:38
8. Off My Back 3:36
9. Quantum Flux 6:26

Total playing time: 36:56 min.

Remastered re-release of the debut full-length solo album by the lead guitarist and vocalist of legendary American Hard Rock/Glam Rock band Kiss.
It was one of four solo albums released by the members of Kiss on September 18, 1978. The album featured Anton Fig on drums, which later performed session work on the Kiss albums "Dynasty" and "Unmasked", as well as become a member of Ace Frehley’s band Frehley’s Comet. Fig along with Will Lee, who played bass on three tracks on the album, became permanent members of Paul Shaffer’s band on "Late Night" with David Letterman and "Late Show" with David Letterman.
Of the four Kiss solo albums released simultaneously in 1978, the best of the bunch is guitarist Ace Frehley's. Similar in approach to Paul Stanley's album, Frehley did not stray far from the expected heavy Kiss sound (like Gene Simmons and Peter Criss did with their releases), but Ace was equipped with better compositions than Stanley.
Frehley proved once and for all that he was not simply a backup musician to Kiss head honchos Simmons and Stanley. All of the tracks are strong, such as the venomous opener, "Rip It Out", as well as a few tracks that confirm how Frehley was indulging in alcohol and drugs a bit too much by the late '70s ("Snow Blind", "Ozone", and "Wiped Out"). You'll also find many underrated compositions ("Speedin' Back to My Baby", "What's on Your Mind?", "I'm in Need of Love"), a gorgeous instrumental ("Fractured Mirror"), and the Top 20 hit single "New York Groove". Unfortunately, when Ace left Kiss in 1982 (eventually forming Frehley's Comet), he never came close to topping this solid and inspired 1978 solo outing.
Casablanca Records/KISS Catalog Ltd./Mercury Records, a PolyGram company, 1978/1997/2014 (378 645-8). Made in EU.


Tracklist:
1. Rip It Out 3:40
2. Speedin' Back To My Baby 3:37
3. Snow Blind 3:55
4. Ozone 4:40
5. What's On Your Mind? 3:27
6. New York Groove 3:03
7. I'm In Need Of Love 4:37
8. Wiped-Out 4:13
9. Fractured Mirror 5:26
Total playing time: 36:38 min.


Samples: http://www.last.fm