KISS
Paul Stanley, "Starchild"
Real Name: Stanley Harvey Eisen
Gene Simmons, "The Demon"
Real Name: Chaim Weitz
Ace Frehley, "Space Ace"
Real Name: Paul Daniel Frehley
Peter Criss, "Catman"
Real Name: George Peter John Criscuola
Kiss might be the ultimate band in the name game, not only did each member change their name, but took on a new persona that included a nick name. The band once explained that the fans were the ones who ultimately chose their personas. Stanley became the "Starchild" because of his tendency to be referred to as the "starry-eyed lover" and "hopeless romantic". The "Demon" makeup reflected Simmons' cynicism and dark sense of humor, as well as his affection for comic books. Frehley's "Spaceman" makeup was a reflection of his fondness for science fiction and supposedly being from another planet. Criss became the "Catman" because of his rough upbringing in Brooklyn, NY where it was said he had nine lives.
