Peter Criss Announces New Album – With John 5, Billy Sheehan & Paul Shaffer?!

Description:
If you're a KISS fan, this one's for you. In this episode, Robert John Hadfield and Gary Casella break down the huge news coming from the KISS FAQ YouTube Channel: founding KISS drummer Peter Criss is releasing a brand new hard rock album in Fall 2025 — and it’s packed with all-stars.

From guest appearances by John 5, Billy Sheehan, Piggy D, and Paul Shaffer, to co-production by Barry Pointer (Ozzy Osbourne, Marilyn Manson), this is shaping up to be way more than a nostalgia project.

Robert and Gary dive deep into the announcement, debate whether this will be a “Black Diamond-style” rock return or a Rock Me Baby-style letdown, and deliver hilarious takes on what fans should expect.

Whether you’re part of the Catman cult or just love good rock and roll, this episode is packed with insights, jokes, and genuine excitement.

🕒 Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro: "If you're a KISS fan, this one's for you"
00:36 – Source revealed: KISS FAQ YouTube interview (April 24, 2025)
01:01 – Peter Criss announces a new rock and roll album for Fall 2025
01:20 – Host Julian Gill previews the album, calls it kickass
01:32 – Album co-produced by Barry Pointer (Ozzy, Manson)
01:35 – Guest lineup: John 5, Billy Sheehan, Piggy D, Paul Shaffer (!)
02:20 – Praise for Peter’s drum sound and tight rhythm section
03:00 – “This isn’t a legacy project — it’s full-force rock”
03:38 – Robert & Gary compare it to Peter’s 2007 album One for All
04:44 – Reflecting on Peter’s solo work and fan favorites like Out of Control
05:27 – The “rock and roll” vs. “hard rock” debate
06:11 – What fans hope this sounds like: Black Diamond, Strange Ways, etc.
06:46 – Album arrives the same time as the KISS Army avatar tour
07:10 – Why big-name guests agreed to work with Peter (Hint: KISS!)
08:20 – Hope vs. Fear: Could this really be good?
09:06 – Vegas-style predictions: will this be Out of Control, All for One, or... Black Diamond: 50 Years Later?
09:37 – Final thoughts + call for fan predictions in the comments

🔗 Mentioned in this video:
@kissfaq
@KISS
@KISSSonicBrew
#petercriss
#JulianGill (host of KISS FAQ)
#john5
#billysheehan
#Paulshaffer
#BarryPointer

💬 Fan Engagement Prompt:
Drop your predictions in the comments! Will Peter’s new album rock hard or roll soft? Is it a long-awaited comeback or a nostalgic misfire? Let’s hear your take.

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#PeterCriss #KISSArmy #KISSFAQ #ClassicRock #KISSNews #John5 #BillySheehan #PaulShaffer #HardRock2025 #PeterCrissNewAlbum #RockAndRoll #CatmanReturns #KISSFans #AudioMoverPodcast #ThickAndMystic