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How to ace a dewy makeup look: A step-by-step guide to radiant, fresh-faced glow

by jummy84 December 2, 2025

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Dewy makeup has become one of the most sought-after beauty looks in recent years. It is fresh, youthful, and radiant look gives the impression of healthy, well-hydrated skin. Although doing dewy makeup appears effortless, achieving a luminous finish requires the right combination of skincare, perfect products, and application techniques. Whether you want a subtle, everyday glow or a high-shine, editorial finish, here’s a complete guide to mastering dewy makeup.

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How to get dewy makeup look

Follow these skincare steps to get glowing skin, followed by dewy makeup tips:

1. Start with skin prep:

A dewy look begins long before makeup touches your face. The key is creating a smooth, hydrated base to add that glowy touch. According to dermatologist Dr Madhuri Agarwal, Founder and Medical Director of Yavana Skin and Hair Clinic, “Achieving dewy, glowing skin requires a focused and well-planned skincare approach. Start by identifying your skin concerns and consulting a dermatologist to build a simple yet effective routine that includes a cleanser, chemical exfoliant, targeted serums, and sunscreen. These products can be customised based on your skin’s needs.”

Cleanse gently: Use a non-stripping cleanser to avoid drying out your skin. Dewy makeup sits best on supple skin, not tight or over-cleansed skin.

Exfoliate regularly: Dullness is often caused by dead skin buildup. A gentle chemical exfoliant—like lactic acid or a mild AHA—removes that layer and reveals fresher skin beneath. Avoid harsh scrubs that can cause irritation, which can disrupt a luminous finish.

Hydrate deeply: Use a hydrating serum with ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, or niacinamide to plump the skin. Follow with a moisturiser that suits your skin type. Even oily skin needs moisture for a dewy look; choose a lightweight gel formula if you’re prone to shine.

Apply a natural-finish sunscreen: Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is non-negotiable. Opt for a dewy or satin-finish sunscreen to enhance your glow instead of mattifying it.

2. Use primer for glow

Primers help makeup apply more smoothly and also influence the finish. For a dewy look, select a radiance-boosting primer with light-reflecting particles or hydrating ingredients. Apply a primer to the high points of your face, the cheekbones, the bridge of the nose, and the chin, to enhance the natural glow.

If you have combination skin, you can use two primers: a hydrating primer on dry areas and a mattifying one on the T-zone to prevent excessive shine.

3. Choose the right foundation

The foundation you pick will make or break the dewy look. Heavy, matte formulas tend to emphasise texture and dryness, while light, hydrating bases give the skin a natural sheen.

Opt for these types of products:

A tinted moisturiser for a barely-there glow
Skin tints for sheer, breathable coverage
Dewy-finish foundations with light-reflecting ingredients

Apply foundation with a damp sponge or fingers; both techniques help the product melt seamlessly into the skin. For the most radiant finish, avoid heavy powdering; embrace the skin’s natural sheen.

4. Conceal strategically

Instead of covering your entire face, conceal only where needed: under the eyes, around the nose, or over blemishes. Use a creamy, hydrating concealer rather than a matte one. Blend well so it appears seamless and skin-like. This targeted approach keeps the complexion looking fresh instead of overdone.

5. Liquid and cream products are your best friends

Dewy makeup is all about products that enhance your skin’s natural luminosity. Powder products can dull the sheen, so opt for cream or liquid formulas.

Cream blush: Choose shades that mimic a natural flush—soft pinks, peaches, and warm corals. Apply to the apples of your cheeks and blend upward toward the temples.

Cream bronzer or contour: Look for balmy or gel-cream formulas that add warmth without texture. Apply lightly and blend to avoid harsh lines.

Liquid highlighter: Focus on the high points: cheekbones, brow bone, Cupid’s bow, and the bridge of the nose. For a subtle glow, mix a drop into your foundation or moisturiser.

6. Minimal Powder

While the goal is to glow, you don’t want to look greasy. Instead of dusting powder all over, apply a small amount only where needed. Apply it around the nose, under the eyes, and at the centre of the forehead. Use a finely milled, translucent powder and a light hand. The goal is to control shine, not eliminate the dewy effect.

7. Set with a dewy mist

Finish your makeup with a hydrating setting spray. These mists lock in makeup while boosting radiance. They prevent powder from looking cakey and help all layers melt together.

At the end, dewy makeup celebrates natural skin; hydrated, luminous, and full of life. With the right prep, glowing base products, and thoughtful finishing touches, you can achieve the radiant look, whether for everyday wear or a special event. Focus on hydration, choose creamy formulas, and remember: glow comes from within, and makeup simply enhances it.

Beyond makeup: Lifestyle tips for dewy skin

Apart from these makeup tips, Dr Agarwal adds that in-clinic dermatological treatments can help address deeper concerns and improve overall skin tone and texture. She suggests a healthy diet, going to bed early, and drinking enough water every day. Staying hydrated supports liver function and helps regulate hormones.

She also recommends incorporating regular exercise and stress-relieving practices into your routine. “One of the simplest ways to boost your natural glow is through proper breathing and mindfulness. Meditation and yoga poses like Pranayama and Anulom Vilom help improve blood circulation and reduce stress.”

(Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.)

KISS Honor Ace Frehley at First Show in Two Years

by jummy84 November 16, 2025

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KISS played their first show in two years on Friday, and paid tribute to founding guitarist Ace Frehley, who sadly passed away last month as the result of injuries sustained at a fall at his studio.

The full KISS lineup — Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Tommy Thayer, and Eric Singer — performed an unmasked acoustic set at their “KISS Kruise: Landlocked in Vegas” event in Sin City, marking their first performance since ending their farewell tour in December 2023.

Prior to the band launching into its first song, Stanley addressed the audience, saying, “Before we get going, we just wanted to take a moment to think about somebody who is at the foundation of this band. And we’re talking about Ace. So, we certainly had differences, but that’s what family is about. And why don’t we take a moment, a little quiet, to think about him looking down on us — from [the planet] Jendell, probably — and let’s have a moment for Ace. Candles up.”

Watch KISS perform candlelit tribute to Ace Frehley at first “unmasked” show

by jummy84 November 15, 2025

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KISS paid tribute to the late Ace Frehley at their first “unmasked” show on the ‘KISS Kruise’ last night – watch footage of the moment below.

The guitarist and founding member of the group died in Morristown, New Jersey, on October 16. He was 74 years old.

A statement shared at the time revealed that Ace – also known as Spaceman – died “peacefully surrounded by family” following “a recent fall at his home”. An investigation was then launched into Frehley’s death, and the results of a medical examination have since been shared, ruling his death an accident.

Following news of his passing, KISS played their first show in nearly two years on Friday (November 14), with the outdoor unplugged gig launching the ‘Kiss Kruise: Land-Locked in Vegas’ weekend, marking the first time the veteran rockers have joined forces onstage since 2023’s farewell tour.

Ahead of the show, electric candles were handed out to the audience, and upon taking the stage, Paul Stanley asked the crowd to lift them in the air and take a moment to “think about somebody who is at the foundation of this band”.

“We’re talking about Ace,” he said. “We certainly had differences, but that’s what family is about. Why don’t we take a moment [and] think about him looking down on us” from the fictional planet “Jendell, probably”, which Ace often referred to as his home.

“Let’s have a moment for Ace.”

The Kiss Kruise in Las Vegas did an amazing job paying tribute to Ace pic.twitter.com/vMcrf6NbzG
— Alyson (@Abehan717) November 14, 2025

KISS played:

‘Comin’ Home’
‘See You Tonite’
‘A World Without Heroes’
‘Hard Luck Woman’
‘Christine Sixteen’
‘Nothin’ to Lose’
‘Goin’ Blind’
‘Hide Your Heart’
‘Plaster Caster’
‘Beth’
‘Love Her All I Can’

The guitarist co-founded KISS in 1973 with singer Paul Stanley, bassist and part-time singer Gene Simmons and drummer Peter Criss. After nearly a decade, Frehley had left the band to pursue a solo career, coupled with his struggles with substance abuse and rising tension within the band about their direction.

In the years following his exit from KISS, Frehley formed a new band, Frehley’s Comet, and he would rejoin KISS for their reunion in 1996 – staying with them until 2002. He did not join them for their farewell world tour in 2022. Among the songs Ace helped write for KISS were classics like ‘I Was Made For Lovin’ You’, ‘Rock And Roll All Nite’, ‘Detroit Rock City’, ‘Love Gun’ and more.

Among the names names who have paid tribute to Frehley include Tool’s Maynard James Keenan, Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready, Nile Rodgers, Steve Vai, John 5, Rush, Alice Cooper, and more.

Following Frehley’s passing, a Change.org petition was launched in an effort to convince NASA to award the guitarist with honorary astronaut status. The petition – started by a fan named Kathryn – has since received over 3,000 signatures and counting.

November 15, 2025 0 comments

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Who is Xolo Maridueña? One Piece casts Cobra Kai alum as Portgas D. Ace in Season 3

by jummy84 November 5, 2025

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Published on: Nov 05, 2025 10:23 pm IST

Xolo Maridueña will portray Portgas D. Ace in Season 3 of Netflix’s One Piece

One Piece has recruited Xolo Maridueña to play Portgas D. Ace in Season 3, Netflix announced on Wednesday. The 24-year-old is best known for his roles in Blue Beetle (2023) and Cobra Kai. The live-action series, which was greenlit for a third season in August, is based on the popular manga series of the same name. Written by Eiichiro Oda, its first issue came out in 1997. It is one of the longest-running Japanese manga series.

One Piece Season 3 casts Xolo Maridueña as Portgas D. Ace(Netflix)

One Piece casts Xolo Maridueña as Portgas D. Ace in Season 3

Netflix’s One Piece live-action resumes production for Season 3 later this year in Cape Town, South Africa, the streaming giant said on Tudum. Meanwhile, the premiere date for Season 2 is set for March 10.

It follows protagonist Monkey D. Luffy, played by Iñaki Godoy, “on his quest to find the legendary fabled treasure, the One Piece, and become King of the Pirates,” according to the official logline.

Maridueña is among the latest cast members to join the show. The show recently announced that Broadway star Cole Escola will star as theatrical assassin Bon Clay in One Piece Season 3.

The Smurfs actor has worked with Netflix before, starring as Miguel Diaz in all six seasons of Cobra Kai, which is based on the Karate Kid franchise. During Geeked Week 2024, he served as a special correspondent alongside co-star Jacob Bertrand.

In Season 2, “Luffy and the Straw Hats set sail for the extraordinary Grand Line—a legendary stretch of sea where danger and wonder await at every turn. As they journey through this unpredictable realm in search of the world’s greatest treasure, they’ll encounter bizarre islands and a host of formidable new enemies,” per the official logline.

The series stars Iñaki Godoy as Luffy, Mackenyu as Roronoa Zoro, Emily Rudd as Nami, Jacob Romero as Usopp, and Taz Skylar as Sanji.

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November 5, 2025 0 comments

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Ace Frehley’s Cause of Death Investigation Under Way

by jummy84 October 23, 2025

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Following the death of founding KISS guitarist Ace Frehley last Thursday at age 74, the Morris County, New Jersey medical examiner’s office is conducting a series of exams to determine the rocker’s cause of death. According to TMZ, a rep for the examiner’s office said that though an autopsy was not performed on Frehley’s body, the guitarist know for his on-stage Spaceman persona is undergoing a toxicology screening as well as an external body examination to determine how he died; the final cause of death will not be announced until after the toxicology report is completed, which could take several weeks.

At press time a spokesperson for the medical examiner’s office had not returned Billboard‘s request for confirmation on the TMZ report.

Frehley’s family announced his death last week in a statement, writing, “We are completely devastated and heartbroken. In his last moments, we were fortunate enough to have been able to surround him with loving, caring, peaceful words, thoughts, prayers and intentions as he left this earth. We cherish all of his finest memories, his laughter, and celebrate his strengths and kindness that he bestowed upon others. The magnitude of his passing is of epic proportions, and beyond comprehension. Reflecting on all of his incredible life achievements, Ace’s memory will continue to live on forever!”

At the time, TMZ reported that Frehley had been on life support after suffering a brain bleed following a fall at home several weeks earlier. The rock star had canceled a planned performance at the Antelope Valley Fair in Lancaster, California, after suffering what at the time was described as a “minor fall … resulting in a trip to the hospital.” A statement on his Instagram at the time said Frehley was “fine, but against his wishes, his doctor insists that he refrain from travel at this time.”

Less than two weeks later, Frehley’s team announced that he would be canceling all of his remaining appearances for this year “due to some ongoing medical issues.”

Frehley co-founded KISS in 1973 in New York along with singer/guitarist Paul Stanley, basist/singer Gene Simmons and drummer/singer Peter Criss. He remained a core member of the greasepaint rockers’ lineup through 1982 and later returned for the band’s blockbuster reunion tour in 1996, staying on through 2002.

The group known for their elaborate, glittery costumes, character makeup and bombastic rock anthems released some of its most successful albums during Frehley’s tenure, including 1977’s Love Gun and Alive II, both of which charted in the top 10 of the Billboard 200.

“We are devastated by the passing of Ace Frehley,” read a post from the band following Frehley’s death. “He was an essential and irreplaceable rock soldier during some of the most formative foundational chapters of the band and its history. He is and will always be a part of KISS’s legacy. Our thoughts are with Jeanette, Monique and all those who loved him, including our fans around the world.”

KISS will be honored at the 2025 Kennedy Center Honors taping on Dec. 7 — and airing Dec. 23 on CBS — with Frehley becoming be just the third person to receive the honor posthumously.

October 23, 2025 0 comments

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Ace Frehley Is Why I Love Music » PopMatters

by jummy84 October 23, 2025

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Like many others have eloquently shared in recent days, Ace Frehley was my reason. He’s the reason I became obsessed with the guitar in 1977. He’s the reason I begged my dad to take me to my first rock concert in 1983. He’s also the reason I was confused when the new guy played guitar onstage during the Creatures of the Night concert.

He’s the reason I approached a publishing industry icon in 1997, with the intention of writing a book about KISS. “I don’t believe KISS fans actually read,” the guy sneered, long before metal memoirs from everyone with a Marshall amp stack clogged bestseller lists.

He’s the reason I launched an outrageous quest to meet my hard rock guitar heroes. He’s the reason I’ve bid on rare but expensive Washburn guitars that bore his name, but he refused to play. He’s the reason I Milli Vanilli-ed a guitar to stand next to him performing the song “Rip It Out” from his 1978 solo album. He’s the reason I planned a trip to Connecticut for early 2026 to visit a former residence.

Ace Frehley is also the reason why I decided, in July 2025, to stop seeing my heroes perform live.

“I don’t want to do this anymore,” I texted a music-loving friend from a hotel room in Louisville, Kentucky. I logged into my various ticket accounts and put everything up for resale.

The music will never die, but the show must come to an end at some point.

***

I had driven several hours to see a triple bill of Quiet Riot, Slaughter, and Ace Frehley. It was 90 degrees at showtime in Louisville at the Iroquois Amphitheater. The venue features wood and stone structures that evoke a sense of a lovely state park. There was shade under the roof and on the stage, but the air was still and heavy.

Over the course of my hair metal journalism career, I had the opportunity to interview and get to know many legends of the genre. I was always glad they still rocked every night. Whatever kept them on the road, whether it was money, ego, or desperation, I saw their determination as an admirable quality. There are far easier ways to earn a living than doing fly-in dates to a few hundred people. The published capacity at Iroquois was around 2,400 people, but there was nowhere near that amount in attendance.

Frehley walked cautiously on stage. He seemed tentative, but he was 74 years old. I didn’t expect acrobatics, and he was legendary for clumsiness, even when sober. I don’t know that I ever did an interview with him where falling, tripping, or stumbling wasn’t mentioned, usually accompanied by his famous cackle. So, I didn’t judge his hesitant movements.

In fact, I never judge harshly. As sports fans say, “Father Time is undefeated.” Voices weaken—hands atrophy. No one performs at 70 with the vigor they did at 30. As an observer and a fan, I am okay with that.

When I watch a concert today, my experience is a pastiche of past and present. I think about the images and memories associated with the music. A tree on our farm that looked like Paul Stanley’s poofy mane, or my prom date saying she liked the drums on Appetite for Destruction, or how my best friend got a speeding ticket to the opening chug of Dr. Feelgood. I think about how the music has stuck with me over the decades. I reflect on my interviews with the musicians, how they’ve changed, and how I’ve changed. I evaluate the performance of the evening, sure. However, it’s mixed up in this cocktail of emotions, which tends to mean that I am a very understanding critic.

Three or four songs in, Frehley stood in front of drummer Scot Coogan and made a horizontal cutting motion in the air in front of his throat, the universal “it’s over” gesture. Coogan is a professional and experienced vocalist, and he usually sang some of KISS’s songs on the setlist. Some vocal duties are also regularly handled by bass player Ryan Spencer Cook. Some of that sharing is normal in an Ace show. But that night seemed different, like they were adjusting on the fly.

I caught Cook exchanging eye contact with his longtime friend and bandmate, Jeremy Ashbrook. Those dudes have known each other for decades. They’re hard-working, skilled, and dedicated admirers who share the stage with their childhood idol. I cannot definitely prove what was going on in their heads.

However, I recognized that look. It was the one family recently shared as my parents’ health declined. It was the “Did you hear what Dad just said?” glance, the “Did you see Mom not be able to change the channel?” eyebrow raise.

There’s an orchestra pit at Iroquois that keeps the audience at a distance. Cook and Ashbrook zinged guitar picks into the second level, like ninjas in a Bruce Lee movie. Ace’s guitar picks fluttered, hesitated, and fell into the pit before reaching any fans.

Photo: Casablanca Records, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

His guitar performance meandered. There were moments of flash and excitement, but most of it was sloppy. Ace Frehley was never about precision. He had no pretensions about being a schooled and studied virtuoso. He joked in interviews that if he had known he would influence so many musicians, he would have practiced harder. He was Keith Richards or Joe Walsh, more about swagger and simply cool than sweeping picking arpeggios. However, that performance struck me as sloppy sloppy, not cool sloppy.

When he launched the opening crunch of “God of Thunder” before surprisingly transitioning to his solo hit “Back in the New York Groove”, I had moved from the front row to the back of the amphitheater. I was leaving early, but so was Frehley. Before I completely exited the venue, he told the crowd that the set was being cut short, but I couldn’t hear his explanation. Online, some fans said it was because Slaughter’s set ran long. Others claimed it was because he was sick.

Others, of course, went straight to the “He’s drunk again” and “That’s embarrassing.” It is the internet, of course.

As I lay in my hotel bed and read the comments and reviews, I didn’t feel anger. Frehley claimed to be sober, and I had no reason to doubt him. I think hard work and dedication to performance are positive, so I’m not going to tell anyone they need to quit. YouTube and social media make it easy to gauge how well an older artist is performing, so I don’t feel sorry for anyone who complains about being financially exploited. You know what you’re getting if you buy a ticket to Motley Crue or Stephen Pearcy of Ratt in 2025.

Weirdly, I was grateful. I felt like that Ace Frehley show demonstrated that it was time for me to stop chasing these musicians around the country. God bless them all who continue to perform. The fans who choose to see them should cherish every note they play. I just decided not to do it anymore. I didn’t want to see any more decline, any more descent, but that was my decision and mine alone.

***

Frehley wasn’t the only childhood idol that affected me in this way. I had felt it at a recent Yngwie Malmsteen gig. I was worried about Rudy Sarzo, at 74, performing in Birmingham, England, for Ozzy Osbourne‘s final gig and then getting back into economy class and passenger vans five days later for Quiet Riot shows. We age, and naturally, our heroes do too. It had been coming for me for some time.

On 10 July 2025, in Louisville, Kentucky, Ace Frehley was the reason I said goodbye to a generation of heroes. I’m grateful for the experience. I am thankful for him starting my musical journey in the first place.

Rumor brewed in the afternoon of 16 October 2025. Confirmation of his death came at dinner time, as I cooked our family meal. The kids asked if I was crying, and I was able to blame it on the onions I chopped as Hair Nation played a tribute. Later that night, I went through my interview transcripts with Ace. He once told me about the wonder of upgrading his Apple II computer to 128k of memory in the late 1970s. “That was a big day for me,” he said. Luckily, the kids were in bed when I read that original KISS drummer and fellow rogue Peter Criss was at the bedside when Ace passed. I didn’t feel embarrassed by my tears.

The Spaceman returned to his home planet of Jendell. He is the reason I love music. He is also the reason I was able to say goodbye, not just to him, but to a generation of heroes. I cherish it all.

October 23, 2025 0 comments

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Rock Luminaries Salute KISS’ Ace Frehley

by jummy84 October 18, 2025

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Rock stars from throughout the past 50 years have joined to pay tribute to influential KISS guitarist Ace Frehley, who died yesterday (Oct. 16) at the age of 74. The musician suffered a brain injury after falling in his recording studio last month and had been breathing with the aid of a ventilator in recent days.

“Our hearts are broken,” wrote KISS bandmate Gene Simmons. “Ace has passed on. No one can touch Ace’s legacy. I know he loved the fans. He told me many times. Sadder still, Ace didn’t live long enough to be honored at the Kennedy Center Honors event in December. Ace was the eternal rock soldier. Long may his legacy live on!”

“With a broken heart and deep, deep sadness, my brother Ace Frehley has passed away,” said KISS drummer Peter Criss. “He died peacefully with his family around him. My wife and I were with him to the end as well. I love you my brother. My love and prayers go out to Jeanette, Monique, Charlie and Nancy and all of Ace’s extended family, bandmates, fans and friends. May the Lord comfort you at this difficult time. As a founding member of the rock group KISS and in Ace’s solo career, Ace influenced and touch the hearts of millions of people. His legacy will live on in the music industry and in the hearts of the KISS Army. At this time I ask all of you to please be respectful to Ace’s family and allow them to grieve privately. To the KISS Army and Ace’s Rock Soldiers, my heart is with you all… Broken.”

“All my friends have spent untold hours talking about KISS and buying KISS stuff,” said Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready. “Ace was a hero of mine and also I would consider a friend. I studied his solos endlessly over the years. Just listen to ‘Alive’ — I used his solo from ‘She’ as a template. Ace jammed on ‘Black Diamond’ with Pearl Jam at Madison Square Garden — a dream come true for me. I would not have picked up a guitar without Ace and KISS’s influence.”

“Absolutely stunned and saddened by the news Ace Frehley has tragically passed away,” said Rush’s Geddy Lee. “Back in 1974, as the opening act for KISS, Alex, Neil [Peart] and myself spent many a night hanging out together in his hotel room after shows, doing whatever nonsense we could think of, just to make him break out his inimitable and infectious laugh. He was an undeniable character and an authentic rock star. RIP Ace. Thanks for welcoming us newbies into the rock’n’roll world.

“My first guitar hero, Ace Frehley, has passed away,” wrote Rage Against the Machine’s Tom Morello. “The legendary Space Ace Frehley inspired generations to love rock’n’roll and love rock’n’roll guitar playing. His timeless riffs and solos, the billowing smoke coming from his Les Paul, the rockets shooting from his headstock, his cool spacey onstage wobble and his unforgettable crazy laugh will be missed but will never be forgotten. Thank you, Ace for a lifetime of great music and memories.”

“Ace was the first person I met when we were forming Chic,” wrote the group’s leader, Nile Rodgers. “KISS were playing at a spot called Le Jardin. Without his makeup, nobody recognized him as he sat at my table. Only a few minutes before, the crowd were losing their shit over him. I learned a lot that night. Truly historic.”

Added guitarist Steve Vai, “Ace Frehley was the embodiment of rock’n’roll attitude — unapologetic, loud and irresistibly catchy. His riffs had swagger, his tone had bite and his presence lit up stages like a supernova. The Spaceman has left the stage, but his orbit will shine forever.”

October 18, 2025 0 comments

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Watch Ace Frehley Play ‘Deuce’ and ‘New York Groove’ During Final Show

by jummy84 October 17, 2025

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The rock world is in a state of deep mourning for Kiss guitarist Ace Frehley, who died Oct. 16 following a fall at his home.

“We are devastated by the passing of Ace Frehley,” Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley said in a joint statement. “He was an essential and irreplaceable rock soldier during some of the most formative foundational chapters of the band and its history. He is and will always be a part of KISS’s legacy.

Frehley was a part of Kiss from their earliest shows in 1973 all the way until 1982, when he left due to substance abuse issues, musical differences, and persistent personality clashes with Simmons and Stanley. He rejoined in 1996 for the group’s triumphant reunion run, but left again 2002 following the conclusion of the band’s first farewell tour.

The original four members last stood onstage together when they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2015, but they didn’t perform that night. In 2018, however, Frehley played four songs with the new lineup of the band at a Kiss Kruise on Halloween. It was Frehley’s final appearance with the band. Earlier that year, Simmons and Frehley went on a co-headlining tour of Australia, and wrapped up every night by playing a couple of Kiss songs together.

Over the past two decades, Freely toured all across America with his solo band, hitting a mixture of theaters, casinos, clubs, and fairs. His set focused heavily on tunes from the Kiss catalog, but he did break out a few solo gems like “Cherry Medicine,” “Rock Soldiers,” “Rip It Out,” and his famous cover of Russ Ballard’s “New York Groove.”

His last gig took place Sept. 5, 2025, at the Uptown Theater in Providence, Rhode Island. Check out fan-shot footage of show opener “Deuce,” along with “New York Groove.” Like countless Kiss concerts before it, the night wrapped up with “Rock and Roll All Nite.” “This next song if you haven’t heard, it, you’re probably an alien,” Freely told the crowd, “because everyone has heard this song even if you’re not a Kiss fan or an Ace fan. Check it out.”

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Later that month, Frehley canceled a show at the Antelope Valley Fair in Lancaster, California, after suffering a fall at his home that required a trip to the hospital. About a month later, he pulled all of his remaining dates due to “ongoing medical issues.”

Kiss are scheduled to make their first live appearance since the conclusion of their 2023 farewell tour at the Kiss Kruise: Landlocked in Vegas event on the weekend of Nov. 14 at Virgin Hotels in Las Vegas. The band hasn’t said exactly what they’ll do at the show, but they won’t be in makeup and they’re promising acoustic and electric tunes.

Fans held out hope that Frehley and Peter Criss would pop up at the event and give the world the proper goodbye they were denied on the second farewell tour. Sadly, that’s now impossible. But odd are high they’ll at least hold a special tribute to Frehley.

October 17, 2025 0 comments

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KISS’ Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons “Devastated” by Ace Frehley’s Passing

by jummy84 October 17, 2025

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Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons have shared a statement on the passing of fellow KISS co-founder Ace Frehley, who died Thursday at the age of 74 after suffering a brain bleed following a recent fall at his studio.

“We are devastated by the passing of Ace Frehley,” stated Stanley and Simmons in a joint statement provided to Consequence. “He was an essential and irreplaceable rock soldier during some of the most formative foundational chapters of the band and its history. He is and will always be a part of KISS’s legacy. Our thoughts are with Jeanette, Monique and all those who loved him, including our fans around the world.”

Separately, Simmons wrote on X/Twitter, “Our hearts are broken. Ace has passed on. No one can touch Ace’s legacy. I know he loved the fans. He told me many times. Sadder still, Ace didn’t live long enough to be honored at the Kennedy Ctr Honors event in Dec. Ace was the eternal rock soldier. Long may his legacy live on!”

KISS Guitarist Ace Frehley Dies At 74

by jummy84 October 17, 2025

written by jummy84

KISS co-founder and guitarist Paul “Ace” Frehley died today (Oct. 16) from head injuries suffered during a recent fall in his recording studio. He was 74.

“We are completely devastated and heartbroken,” his family said. “In his last moments, we were fortunate enough to have been able to surround him with loving, caring, peaceful words, thoughts, prayers and intentions as he left this earth. We cherish all of his finest memories, his laughter and celebrate his strengths and kindness that he bestowed upon others. The magnitude of his passing is of epic proportions, and beyond comprehension. Reflecting on all of his incredible life achievements, Ace’s memory will continue to live on forever!”

Frehley was born on April 27, 1951, in the Bronx section of New York and taught himself how to play guitar as a teenager while listening to Jimi Hendrix and Led Zeppelin records. “Half of my friends are dead now or OD’d,” Frehley told SPIN in 1996. “My best friend hung himself at Rikers Island. It was a rocky road — but music got me away from those people.”

He joined the band that would become the face-painted, fire-breathing, blood-spitting KISS in late 1972 after answering an audition ad in the Village Voice. It wasn’t long before he rose to fame and fortune alongside vocalist/guitarist Paul Stanley, vocalist/bassist Gene Simmons and drummer Peter Criss, with KISS reigning as one of the most popular rock groups of the decade.

“I was in love with Zeppelin from the very first note I heard,” Frehley recalled to SPIN last year. “Jimmy Page is one of my favorite guitar players. I was determined to figure out all his solos. In those days, I had to slow the record down because some of his guitar playing was so fast. I couldn’t figure out the notes. That was a big pain in the ass back then because when you slow the record down, it changes the pitch. Then, I [had] to retune my guitar.”

In KISS, Frehley painted stars over his eyes and dubbed himself The Spaceman, owing to his childhood love for science fiction. He also wore enormous platform boots that often caused him to fall down — so much so that he would play solos while on his knees. Among the songs he either wrote or co-wrote for KISS are “Cold Gin,” “Parasite,” “Rocket Ride” and “Shock Me,” which was inspired by a near-electrocution onstage in Florida in 1976.

Criss was fired from KISS in 1980 and Frehley, who was always the moodiest, most down-to-earth person in the band and never as comfortable in the spotlight as Stanley and Simmons, left in early 1982 to pursue a solo career. He enjoyed a decent hit with his 1987 debut as Frehley’s Comet, but struggled with addiction and to compete with the nascent grunge movement of the early ’90s.

“There were some hard feelings when I left,” he told SPIN in 1996. “I had some substance-abuse problems at that point in my life. I wasn’t thinking straight. I was getting very suicidal, frustrated, the syndrome of too much too soon. The success of my solo album… that kind of planted the seed: ‘Hey, maybe I can do it on my own.’”

A lifeline came in 1996, when KISS’ original quartet reunited in makeup for what at the time was one of the most anticipated tours of all time. He exited KISS permanently in 2002 and only performed with the group once since, in 2018, although he was inducted with Stanley, Simmons and Criss into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2014.

This is a developing story.

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