Ace Frehley, guitarist and one of the founding members of the iconic rock band KISS, passed away on October 16. His demise has sent shockwaves through the music industry. Recently, fellow founding members of the group,

They may have formed over 50 years ago in 1973, but fans of KISS are only just realizing what the band's name means and some have even misunderstood its meaning for years

Frehley co-founded the American rock band in 1973 with lead singer Gene Simmons, guitarist Paul Stanley and drummer Peter Criss. They rose to fame thanks to their memorable face paint, elaborate stage outfits and lively shows that featured plenty of pyrotechnics. The band was also inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2014.

CADILLAC — The KISS Army arrived in force Saturday night for the Mr. Speed tribute show at the Venue Event Center. The show was sold out, with a line of attendees stretching into the parking lot shortly before 7 p.m., when the opening band was set to take the stage.