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Exploring 25 Heavy Metal Stage Name Origins

Exploring 25 Heavy Metal Stage Name Origins

KISS

Paul Stanley, "Starchild"
Real Name: Stanley Harvey Eisen

Gene Simmons, "The Demon"
Real Name:
Chaim Weitz

Ace Frehley, "Space Ace"
Real Name:
Paul Daniel Frehley

Peter Criss, "Catman"
Real Name:
George Peter John Criscuola

Kiss might be the ultimate band in the name game, not only did each member change their name, but took on a new persona that included a nick name. The band once explained that the fans were the ones who ultimately chose their personas. Stanley became the "Starchild" because of his tendency to be referred to as the "starry-eyed lover" and "hopeless romantic". The "Demon" makeup reflected Simmons' cynicism and dark sense of humor, as well as his affection for comic books. Frehley's "Spaceman" makeup was a reflection of his fondness for science fiction and supposedly being from another planet. Criss became the "Catman" because of his rough upbringing in Brooklyn, NY where it was said he had nine lives.

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