You just named 4 bands that sight KISS as a major influence. And you could sit next to members from all those bands in their stage attire and not recognize members. You couldn't with KISS.

I'm a music teacher with a master's who has recorded for artists you know, toured the world with bands you've heard on the radio, and taught siminars that most can't even get into. My grandfather is in the bluegrass hall of fame and was the main picker for The Midday Merrigoround (which you know as The Grand Ol' Opry). My dad was a touring musician until his death. I've most likely played multiple instruments longer than youve been alive. So when you try to tell me who is a footnote and who isn't, I laugh ALOT. And if you took the time to read half the shit on this thread, you'd see that I never said anything other they are one of the most recognizable brands in the world, Gene Simmons isnt worth 300 million and Chris Evans isn't more recognizable than KISS.

But please... Tell me more about your knowledge of the history of music. I could use another chuckle.