Gene Simmons Opens New Rock & Brews in Royal Oak, Michigan
Kiss frontman Gene Simmons visited Royal Oak, Michigan, on April 9, 2026, to celebrate the grand opening of a new Rock & Brews restaurant. Co-founded by Simmons and his bandmate Paul Stanley, the establishment marks another expansion for their dining franchise, which began in Southern California in 2010. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Simmons expressed deep gratitude toward Detroit, crediting the city with being the first to appreciate Kiss and calling it a 'homecoming.' He emphasized the brand's commitment to quality, stating that customers deserve the best food. The visit highlighted the enduring connection between the rock legends and the Motor City, where they recorded parts of their seminal live album 'Alive!' at Cobo Arena. Despite retiring from touring, Simmons appeared enthusiastic about the event, performing an impromptu rendition of 'Detroit Rock City' to honor the location.
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Gene Simmons Opens New Rock & Brews in Royal Oak, Michigan
Kiss frontman Gene Simmons visited Royal Oak, Michigan, on April 9, 2026, to celebrate the grand opening of a new Rock & Brews restaurant. Co-founded by Simmons and his bandmate Paul Stanley, the establishment marks another expansion for their dining franchise, which began in Southern California in 2010. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Simmons expressed deep gratitude toward Detroit, crediting the city with being the first to appreciate Kiss and calling it a 'homecoming.' He emphasized the brand's commitment to quality, stating that customers deserve the best food. The visit highlighted the enduring connection between the rock legends and the Motor City, where they recorded parts of their seminal live album 'Alive!' at Cobo Arena. Despite retiring from touring, Simmons appeared enthusiastic about the event, performing an impromptu rendition of 'Detroit Rock City' to honor the location.
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