The musical legacy of Kiss appears to be taking an unexpected turn as Evan Stanley and Nick Simmons, sons of Kiss founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons respectively, have joined forces in the recording studio.
The young musicians recently revealed they've recorded 10 songs together, sharing photos of themselves with recording equipment on social media. They also posted a performance video featuring an original song alongside guitarist Jacob Bunton, which quickly drew praise from their famous fathers.
Paul Stanley enthusiastically called the collaboration "magic!!!" while Nick's sister Sophie expressed her desire to hear a full album from the duo. This isn't their first time making music together - the pair previously garnered attention with their cover of Simon and Garfunkel's "The Sound of Silence" on Instagram last December.
Both sons have already established their own musical paths. Evan Stanley fronts the band Amber Wild, which opened for Kiss during their farewell tour. Nick Simmons has contributed vocals to various projects, including former Kiss guitarist Bruce Kulick's album "BK3" and his father Gene's solo work.
However, fans hoping for a Kiss revival should temper their expectations. Evan Stanley has firmly stated in interviews that he has no interest in donning his father's iconic makeup or becoming "Baby Paul." Instead, both musicians appear focused on forging their own creative direction while respecting their musical heritage.
The collaboration between these second-generation rockers marks an intriguing new chapter in their musical journeys, though one distinctly separate from their fathers' legendary band.