Rock and Roll Over is the fifth studio album by Kiss, released in 1976. It was recorded at the Star Theatre, and in order to get the proper drum sound, Peter Criss recorded the drum tracks in a bathroom, communicating via video-link with the rest of the band. Criss's vocals are featured on the tracks "Baby Driver" and "Hard Luck Woman". Paul Stanley, who originally wanted the latter song to be sung by Rod Stewart, gave it to Criss, after Gene Simmons insisted Criss sing the song instead.
Although "Hard Luck Woman" did not equal the success of "Beth", it did become another top 20 single for Kiss. "Calling Dr. Love" would go on to become a concert staple, being played on just about every tour since the album's release. The cover artwork was created by artist Michael Doret who worked with Kiss again on their 2009 album Sonic Boom.[8]
Reception [edit]
Rock and Roll Over peaked at #11 on the Billboard pop albums chart and was certified platinum on January 5, 1977.[9][10]
Track listing [edit]
|
| 1. |
"I Want You" |
Paul Stanley |
Stanley |
3:04 |
| 2. |
"Take Me" |
Stanley, Sean Delaney |
Stanley |
2:56 |
| 3. |
"Calling Dr. Love" |
Gene Simmons |
Simmons |
3:44 |
| 4. |
"Ladies Room" |
Simmons |
Simmons |
3:27 |
| 5. |
"Baby Driver" |
Peter Criss, Stan Penridge |
Criss |
3:40 |
| 6. |
"Love 'Em and Leave 'Em" |
Simmons |
Simmons |
3:47 |
| 7. |
"Mr. Speed" |
Stanley, Delaney |
Stanley |
3:18 |
| 8. |
"See You in Your Dreams" |
Simmons |
Simmons |
2:34 |
| 9. |
"Hard Luck Woman" |
Stanley |
Criss |
3:34 |
| 10. |
"Makin' Love" |
Stanley, Delaney |
Stanley |
3:14 |
Personnel [edit]
Production [edit]
Charts [edit]
Certifications [edit]
References [edit]
- ^ Prato, Greg. "Kiss: Rock and Roll Over [Remastered Version] Review" at Allmusic. Retrieved 2009-01-27.
- ^ Rupp, Erik (2009-07-09). "KISS - Rock and Roll Over (1976)". vistarecords.proboards.com.
- ^ Josephes, Jason. "Kiss: Rock and Roll Over [Mercury Remasters Series]". Pitchfork Media. Archived from the original on 2004-04-16.
- ^ Blender review[dead link]
- ^ "Kiss: Album Guide". rollingstone.com. Rock and Roll Over. Retrieved 2011-09-04.
- ^ Christgau, Robert. "Kiss". robertchristgau.com. Retrieved 2011-09-04.
- ^ powersylv (18 April 2007). "KISS - Rock'n Roll Over (1976)" (in French). metal.nightfall.fr.
- ^ "The Art of Letterform & Design: Music". Michael Doret. Retrieved February 20, 2010.
- ^ a b "Rock and Roll Over: Charts & Awards > Billboard Albums" at Allmusic. Retrieved 2009-01-27.
- ^ a b "American album certifications – Kiss – Rock & Roll Over". Recording Industry Association of America. If necessary, click Advanced, then click Format, then select Album, then click SEARCH
- ^ "RPM Top Albums". RPM (archived at www.collectionscanada.gc.ca) (Volume 26, No. 17). January 22, 1977.
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