Kiss
Alive!
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1976 2LP pressing in gatefold. "Alive!" is a double live album by the American rock band Kiss, released on September 10, 1975. It captures the band's explosive live performances, which were a significant part of their appeal in the mid-1970s. The album features tracks recorded from live shows in Detroit, Michigan, Cleveland, Ohio, Wildwood, New Jersey, and Davenport, Iowa, during their Dressed to Kill Tour. "Alive!" includes some of the band's most iconic songs, such as "Rock and Roll All Nite," "Deuce," and "Strutter." The album is known for its raw energy and theatricality, reflecting Kiss's larger-than-life stage presence.

The release of "Alive!" was a pivotal moment in Kiss's career, as it helped to solidify their reputation as one of the premier live rock bands of the era. Prior to this album, Kiss had struggled to capture the intensity of their live shows in studio recordings, but "Alive!" successfully conveyed the excitement and power of their performances. The album's success also marked a turning point in the band's commercial fortunes, ultimately becoming their first album to break into the Top 10 on the Billboard 200 chart. "Alive!" has since been certified multi-platinum and is often credited with helping to establish the live album as a viable and popular format in rock music.