The KISS legend was laid to rest on Wednesday 🖤
Rock ‘n’ roll royalty was out in full force this week as friends, fans, and fellow musicians gathered to say goodbye to the one and only Ace Frehley — the original Spaceman of KISS. 🌌🕊️
Following an emotional private funeral service on Wednesday, Frehley’s family have now given their full blessing to a massive tribute concert being planned in his honour — a celebration of the riffs, solos, and cosmic swagger that made Ace one of the most iconic guitarists in rock history. ⚡🎶
While details of the lineup are still under wraps, organisers have hinted at “a night of pure rock ‘n’ roll chaos” featuring some of the biggest names influenced by the KISS legend. Expect fireworks (literally), space-themed visuals, and enough Les Paul guitars to shake the heavens. 🚀
Ace’s daughter Monique Frehley said in a statement:
“Dad would’ve loved this. He always said rock should be loud, fun, and a little out of control — so that’s exactly what we’re going to give him.”
Fans around the world have been paying tribute online, sharing stories of how Ace’s solos inspired them to pick up a guitar, paint their face, and believe that rock ‘n’ roll could come from the stars. 🌠
We’ll be keeping our eyes peeled for the official tribute show announcement, expected in the coming weeks. One thing’s for sure — when it happens, it’ll be loud enough for Ace to hear it wherever he’s jamming now. 🎸💫
Rest easy, Spaceman. 🕊️
You’ve truly rocked this world and beyond.
Michael is the founder, editor, and chief riff wrangler behind The Riff Report, an independent Welsh rock and metal publication built by fans, for fans. With a lifelong passion for loud guitars, unforgettable live shows, and the incredible community that surrounds rock and metal, he created The Riff Report to celebrate everything that makes the scene special—from legendary headline acts and grassroots venues to rising bands that deserve to be heard.
A familiar face at festivals across the UK, Michael spends much of the year covering events including Download Festival, Bloodstock Open Air, Steelhouse Festival, Firevolt, Plumpton Revival, and many more. Whether he’s battling the Welsh weather on a mountainside, surviving a weekend in a muddy campsite, or squeezed against the front barrier with thousands of fellow fans, he’s always searching for the next great story to share.
As editor of The Riff Report, Michael writes festival guides, breaking news, album reviews, gig reviews, interviews, opinion pieces, nostalgia features, and behind-the-scenes stories from across the rock and metal world. His writing combines honest opinions, humour, and a genuine love for live music, bringing readers closer to the bands, festivals, venues, and people that keep the scene alive.
Michael is particularly passionate about supporting independent artists, local venues, charities, and the wider UK rock and metal community. He believes every band deserves a chance to be discovered and every festival has a story worth telling. Through The Riff Report, he aims to shine a spotlight on both the biggest names in rock and the future stars waiting to break through.
When he’s not writing or interviewing artists, you’ll probably find him exploring festival campsites, photographing live shows, chatting with fellow fans over a pint, or planning the next road trip in search of more riffs, bigger crowds, and unforgettable moments.
Above all, Michael believes rock and metal are about more than music—they’re about community, friendship, and creating memories that last a lifetime. That’s exactly what The Riff Report exists to celebrate.
Proudly Welsh. Proudly Loud. Always chasing the next great riff. 🤘
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