Is Gene Simmons Helping Artists—or Just Chasing Money?

 


Introduction

Gene Simmons recently announced he’s fighting to help artists get paid for clicks. On the surface, that sounds like a win for creators. But when you look closer, this move could actually hurt the music industry and other creative sectors, especially small creators and independent artists. In this post, I’ll break down why this does matter, what’s at stake, and my honest perspective on Gene, KISS, and the impact on the industry.

Also, video at bottom from YouTube.

The Money Behind Music and Art

Paying artists for clicks sounds fair, but if the system isn’t managed properly, it can cost people jobs and create more barriers for smaller creators trying to make a living. Always trying to make a buck has long been part of Gene’s approach — what sounds like sympathy for others often seems like a pursuit of personal gain.

Artists do get paid when they release albums. Radio stations pay for licensing, advertising, and other expenses, all of which support the broader music ecosystem. But moves like this, if not structured carefully, could hurt small music businesses, arts, film, radio, and more.

Gene Simmons’ Motives and the Phantom of the Park Example

If Gene’s real goal was to genuinely help creators, he could have taken steps like acquiring the rights to release Phantom of the Park legally instead of chasing bootleggers. That would generate revenue and respect fans, rather than focusing on controlling every angle. This highlights the ongoing tension between supporting creators and chasing profit. The only releases are on VHS and released in an analogy set as in whole or parts. But really hard to find a copy online.

Personal Thoughts on KISS and Ace

I’m not particularly big on Gene or Paul. Ace, however, was my favorite member of KISS. Sadly, Ace passed away after a fall that caused brain bleeding. I enjoy some KISS work from the 70s, like Creatures of the Night, but overall, I’m not a huge fan.

Gene’s comments about Ace weren’t good, but it’s good that he apologized. This shows that even those with influence make mistakes, and the discussion shouldn’t just be about personalities — it should focus on the real impact on small creators.

Closing Thoughts

Ultimately, while Gene Simmons may be presenting himself as a champion for artists, it’s worth asking whether this is genuinely about helping creators or just another way to chase money. Moves like this can have unintended consequences for small music businesses, arts, and the broader creative community.

What do you think — could this help small creators, or is it just another money grab? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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