peter criss

"He talks about things that he doesn't know about," Criss said of his former bandmate.

"The mythology of 'Beth' is exactly that: mythology," he said.

In 50-plus years, only 10 people have been able to call themselves members of Kiss.

He claims the original members "should have been" with Kiss for 50 years.

"The only reason they’re not here with us is themselves," says the Kiss bassist.

Simultaneously released debuts "probably put the final nail in the coffin of the band," he later concluded.

Ex-Kiss drummer did not arrive with a great deal of momentum – and this third solo album didn't exactly help.

Former Kiss drummer led glam-rockers through three solo tunes.

All four living, non-active Kiss alumni will perform at weekend-long event.

Event also features Ace Frehley, Vinnie Vincent and Bruce Kulick.

Drummer made plea in 'New York Times' op-ed published on Oct. 25, 1980.

Founding Kiss drummer delivers "perfect" backbeat on the LP's closing track.