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A Tribute to Ace Frehley

Big Al Big Al
October 25, 2025
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ORIGINAL BROADCAST DATE: October 25, 2025

This edition of Big Al’s Rockin’ Radio Show is all things Ace Frehley. You’ll hear song that Ace wrote, songs he sang, and songs he covered. I’d like to thank Aaron Camaro and Chris Czynszak from the Decibel Geek podcast, Julian Gill from the KISSfaq podcast, Matt Porter from the KISS room, and Steve Bryant who I met because of KISS during the Psycho Circus era, for their contributions to this tribute episode. I’d like to thank you for taking the time to listen. While we mourn the loss of Ace Frehley, we also celebrate him. Fly high Ace and take that Rocket Ride back to Jendell.

Mixcloud Link: https://www.mixcloud.com/A2ZRadio/a-tribute-to-ace-frehley-with-big-al/

Horace Pinker Members Discuss “Now and the Future” Album

Big Al Big Al
October 20, 2025
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Season 1, Episode 24: http://horacepinker.com/

Scott and Greg from the band Horace Pinker discussed their new album “Now and the Future,” their first full-length release since 2011, which reflects a more positive and forward-looking message compared to their previous work. They also discuss the band’s history. Greg shared his experiences touring with the band in Europe, including a memorable performance at the Grosrock festival in Belgium. They also mentioned sharing the stage with various notable bands and attending festivals in different countries. Finally, they discussed their upcoming tour dates, including a performance at the Fest in Gainesville, Florida.

YouTube: https://youtu.be/k3-gX2NhFjI

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6IHAj1mFWtCR3SkxIAcCLB?si=HYUABjnMSfmFjCZFFzQrCA

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Ace Frehley (1951-2025)

Big Al Big Al
October 19, 2025
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Photo Credit: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DgWtqXa4J/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Death is a fact of life that we see every day. It’s even more prevalent and in our minds as we get closer to the unavoidable. More often than not, a celebrity death is mostly a news blurb that doesn’t really affect us. Occasionally, one happens that feels more personal because that celebrity’s output was part of the soundtrack of our lives. Very few celebrity passings have really had a profound effect on me. I was too young to grasp the gravity of the loss of John Lennon. The first time I really felt shock at the death of any celebrity was the double gut punch of Eric Carr and Freddie Mercury dying on the same day in 1991. The second time it happened was when Layne Staley passed. I wasn’t surprised by his passing, but saddened because I always hoped he’d beat his demons. This past week, original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley died at the age of 74. Anyone who knows me even in passing is well aware that KISS has always been my favorite band. To be honest, I was doing OK with the news until I saw this picture. (Link to the OP will be in the first comment.) This is by far the best, and most fitting, tribute to Ace that I’ve seen. My sincerest condolences go out to Jeanette, Monique, Gene, Paul, Peter, and everyone else close to Ace. Fly high, Rock Soldier!