I asked my daughter when she was 16, What's the buzz on the street with the kids? She's going, to be honest, Dad, most of my friends aren't into Kiss. But they've all been told that it's the greatest show on Earth.

I'm the kinda person, you gotta fight for everything you get. You gotta believe in yourself.

If I had known I would influence so many guitarists, I would have practiced more.

I don't like to practice; I like spontaneity. When I don't play guitar for a week and I pick it up again, I play better.

As long as I know what key the solo is in, I try to kind of empty my mind and not think about anything. I just play without thinking.

I had a feeling it was gonna work out because not only did I enjoy the music and hit it off with the guys, but I was into theatrical rock and was willing to wear makeup and do anything to make it.

I just didn't expect an acoustic version of Rock'n'Roll All Nite.