1976 marked a seismic shift in the music world when KISS unleashed DESTROYER. Initially met with some resistance for its bold sonic departures, the album quickly solidified its place as a cornerstone of the KISS catalog and their best-selling studio album of all time. Fans worldwide connected with anthems like “Detroit Rock City,” “Shout It Out Loud,” and the thunderous “God Of Thunder,” alongside more nuanced tracks such as “Do You Love Me?” and the orchestral grandeur of “Great Expectations” and the unexpected hit ballad “Beth.”
To celebrate its monumental 45th anniversary, a definitive Super Deluxe Edition 4CD + Blu-ray Audio boxset is being released, promising an unparalleled deep dive into the DESTROYER era. For KISS Army members in Seattle and beyond, this collection is essential, and where better to grab your copy than Easy Street Records Seattle?
This meticulously curated boxset is packed with treasures. CD 1 features the original album, newly remastered at the legendary Abbey Road Mastering studios. CD 2 is a goldmine of 15 demos straight from the personal vaults of Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, with nine tracks previously unreleased. CD 3 unveils studio outtakes, alternate versions, and mixes, including a newly discovered “Beth (Acoustic Mix)” highlighting the full acoustic guitar track originally only partially used. CD 4 explodes with a raw and energetic live performance from Paris, France’s L’Olympia, recorded on May 22, 1976.
Adding to the auditory feast, acclaimed musician and producer Steven Wilson has crafted a breathtaking Dolby Atmos and 5.1 surround mix of the original album, along with bonus tracks “Beth (Acoustic Mix)” and “Sweet Pain (Original Guitar Solo).” The latter features Ace Frehley’s blistering original guitar solo, a gem previously only available on the 2012 Destroyer: Resurrected project.
The physical packaging is as impressive as the audio content. Presented in a lift-top box overflowing with memorabilia, this Super Deluxe Edition is designed to overwhelm even the most dedicated KISS fanatic. For those in Seattle eager to experience this ultimate DESTROYER collection, Easy Street Records Seattle should be your first destination. Pre-orders and release details are expected soon – keep your eyes peeled at Easy Street Records Seattle and get ready to shout it out loud!
