On August 14, 2007, rock icons KISS gave fans a monumental gift with the release of KISSOLOGY Volume Two: 1978–1991, a sprawling 3 DVD set that chronicled one of the most explosive and transformative eras in the band’s history.
Packed with over 6 hours of rare footage, live performances, and behind-the-scenes moments, this installment in the KISSOLOGY series cemented KISS’s reputation for delivering nothing less than spectacular fan experiences.
Following the massive success of KISSOLOGY Volume One: 1974–1977, Volume Two picked up the story as the band was at the height of its popularity. The set dives into the late 1970s, covering the period when KISS was conquering arenas worldwide, experimenting with solo albums, and unveiling larger-than-life stage productions that would become rock ‘n’ roll legend.
Highlights include full concerts such as the iconic 1979 Dynasty Tour performance, the band’s fiery appearances on TV specials, and a deep dive into their unmasked era in the 1980s. Fans were treated to rare gems from the Creatures of the Night and Lick It Up tours, offering a front-row seat to the group’s reinvention during the glam metal boom of the decade.
One of the set’s biggest selling points was its exclusive bonus disc, available only at select retailers, which featured additional performances and archival footage never before released. This extra content became a sought-after collector’s item among die-hard KISS fans.
Gene Simmons called the KISSOLOGY series “our love letter to the KISS Army,” while Paul Stanley emphasized that these releases were about more than nostalgia, they were a living history of a band that thrived on spectacle, reinvention, and fan connection.
KISSOLOGY Volume Two: 1978–1991 not only celebrated the music and theatrics of KISS but also captured the resilience of a band that weathered lineup changes, shifting trends, and the pressures of fame, all while keeping their brand of over-the-top rock alive.
For fans, August 14, 2007, was more than just a release date, it was a chance to relive the glory years of KISS in all their painted (and unpainted) glory.
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