Ace Frehley: Chicago Show Review

September 15th was a tough night to play a gig in Chicago thanks to the massive AC/DC show at Wrigley Field, and the not quite half full Aracada Theater reflected that. But despite that or maybe because of it, Ex-KISS guitarist Ace Frehley rocked the house in St. Charles, Illinois, bringing his A-game and playing with a serious amount of energy and panache.

Opening up the show with 2014’s “Toys” and “Gimme a Feelin’,” both from the Space Invader release, Ace was on fire as he played his iconic Gibson sunburst guitar with the lightning bolt guitar strap (and a NASA sticker on the back). “Rocket Ride” and “Parasite” were the lead ups to crowd favorite “Love Gun,” sung by drummer Scott Coogan. Ace had help from his talented band, and in return he featured solos for everyone, including bassist Chris Wyse.

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