KISStory for May 17

1980
Drummer Peter Criss quits KISS, for the first time, to pursue a solo career.

2003
KISS is the closing act for the 'Wango-Tango 2003' concert event, at the Rose Bowl, put on by KIIS-FM.

2007
Ace Frehley performed at the Black Tooth Bash, at the House of Blues in Hollywood, California. Frehley performed a high-energy version of the KISS classic 'Cold Gin' with Vinnie Paul on drums and Scott Ian on rhythm guitar, among other musicians.