KISS has released a brief promotional video signaling an upcoming announcement scheduled for October 16, 2025. The teaser features archival footage of the band’s original lineup performing live in Detroit, a city deeply intertwined with the group’s early legacy. The release has prompted widespread speculation among fans and industry observers alike.
Current theories suggest the announcement may pertain to either a commemorative KISS Alive! boxset or a deluxe reissue of the studio album Dressed to Kill, both of which mark their 40th anniversaries this year. While no official confirmation has been provided, the timing and content of the teaser strongly indicate a celebration of these landmark recordings.
In parallel, KISS has formally rebranded its previously announced “KISS Army Storms Vegas” event. The newly titled “KISS Kruise: Landlocked In Vegas” will take place from November 14–16, 2025, at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas. This three-day immersive experience is designed as a terrestrial extension of the band’s longstanding KISS Kruise tradition, offering fans a high-impact celebration without leaving dry land.
Produced in collaboration with Pophouse, Topeka, and Vibee, the event will feature curated performances, exclusive merchandise, and interactive fan activations. The reimagined format aims to preserve the energy and spectacle of the original cruise while adapting it to a Las Vegas setting.
KISS officially concluded its touring career on December 2, 2023, with a final performance at Madison Square Garden in New York City, marking the end of their “End of the Road World Tour.” Despite retiring from live concerts, the band has announced plans to continue its legacy through digital avatars and virtual performances, beginning in 2027.
As anticipation builds for the October 16 reveal, fans and collectors alike await confirmation of what promises to be a significant addition to the KISS catalog and brand legacy.
Writer and extreme metal devotee, Ialdagorth has spent over a decade covering the darkest corners of heavy music. A black metal lifer, he spends his free time wandering the Carpathian Mountains, likely humming blast beats to the trees.
