The producer pushed the group to new heights, and helped them craft their commercial breakthrough. Although Alive! was the group’s first gold record, Destroyer was its first to sell a million copies in less than a year. It’s since been certified double-platinum.

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the legendary rock band KISS, has passed away at the age of 74. The news was confirmed by his family in a heartfelt statement shared on Thursday.