Ace Frehley Shocking Brush With Death On Stage In Concert
On December 12, 1976, “Kiss” guitarist Ace Frehley nearly died during a performance in Lakeland, Florida. Ace Frehley founding member of the rock band KISS. One of KISS’s songs was titled “Shock Me,” which first appeared on their 1977 album Love Gun.
It was written by lead guitarist Ace Frehley, who made his lead vocal debut. The song was inspired by an event that took place during Kiss’ Rock and Roll Over tour in 1976 when he was nearly electrocuted from his electric guitar.
The Shocking Concert
Kiss was known in the 70s as a top draw in Arena Rock. Liss was known for its over-the-top performances complete with pyro and stage hydraulics. The band during their set list had just finished “Detroit Rock City.” Kiss performed that song on top of their platforms high above the stage descending for the next song.
As Frehley came down, he grabbed onto a metal rail to steady himself, completing an electrical circuit with his guitar. He was seized by the current and unable to move, but finally broke free and fell several feet to the stage below. “My life passed in front of my eyes.” If Ace Frehley had not broken free from the rail. Chances are Kiss would have been one band member short from then on.
The Comeback Kid
Ace Frehley known as “the Spaceman,” took a 10-minute break before returning to the stage to a standing ovation, finishing the night’s set. Then fans started chanting my name and he finished the show.
The song inspired his song “Shock Me,” which wound up being the first track he ever sang on a Kiss album.
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