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Peter Criss
Peter Criss is a founding member and original drummer for the rock n' roll supergroup, KISS. In addition to playing drums in the band, Peter also provided lead vocals for a number KISS' most popular and memorable songs including Beth, Black Diamond, and Hard Luck Woman. Peter's Catman persona is an instantly recognizable icon in pop culture.
Peter was born Peter George John Criscuola on December 20th, 1945 in Brooklyn, NY. Influenced by the big band sound of the 1940s, Peter idolized the playing style of legendary drummer Gene Krupa, who eventually became instrumental in Peter's musical career. By the early 1970's Peter had established an active and successful career as a musician.
In 1973 Peter Criss formed a trio with fellow New York City musicians Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley who, with the later addition of Ace Frehley, would become KISS. When the bands fourth album, KISS Alive!, hit the scene, KISS began it's ascent to rock n' roll domination. Followed up by the mega-smash album, Destroyer, KISS fans were treated to an unlikely hit in the form of Beth. This song, written and performed by Peter Criss, set aside the drums and guitars of the bands typical sound for piano and a string section. Remaining one of the bands most p
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Peter Criss Mini-Biography
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- 09-19-2012, 06:34 AM#1
Peter Criss
George Peter John Criscuola (born December 20, 1945),
better known as Peter Criss, is an American drummer and singer,
best known as the original drummer for the rock band Kiss.
Criss established the "Catman" character for his Kiss persona.
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Re: Peter Criss
One of my personal favorites and one of my influences. I also love that he was trained by Gene Krupa, one of my other favorites (Gene was a family friend of my grandparents and my parents). In my opinion, he is vastly underrated and always left out of discussion when it comes to great drummers. Listen to Black Diamond live; he's a fantastic rock singer.
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