| 1 | Crazy Crazy Nights | 3:45 |
| 2 | I'll Fight Hell To Hold You | 4:10 |
| 3 | Bang Bang You | 3:53 |
| 4 | No, No, No | 4:19 |
| 5 | Hell Or High Water | 3:28 |
| 6 | My Way | 3:58 |
| 7 | When Your Walls Come Down | 3:25 |
| 8 | Reason To Live | 3:59 |
| 9 | Good Girl Gone Bad | 4:35 |
| 10 | Turn On The Night | 3:19 |
| 11 | Thief In The Night | 4:05 |
KISS captures the high-gloss spirit of the late '80s with their 1987 release, Crazy Nights. Produced by the legendary Ron Nevison (known for his work with Heart and Survivor), this album sees the band leaning into a polished, melodic rock sound that defined the era. Moving further into the "unmasked" period, Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons embraced synthesizers and anthemic hooks to create a record that remains a quintessential "guilty pleasure" for fans of arena rock.
The album features a stable lineup consisting of Stanley, Simmons, Bruce Kulick, and Eric Carr, with Phil Ashley contributing keyboards to complete the lush production. From frenetic rockers to mainstream-ready power ballads, Crazy Nights is a testament to KISS's ability to adapt and dominate the airwaves during a transformative decade for heavy metal.
Key Highlights:- "Crazy Crazy Nights": The infectious lead single and UK Top 10 hit that remains a staple of the band's live set.
- "Reason to Live": A classic '80s power ballad featuring Paul Stanley’s signature vocal range.
- "No, No, No": A high-energy track showcasing Bruce Kulick’s exceptional guitar work.
- "Good Girl Gone Bad": One of Gene Simmons' standout mid-paced rockers from his 1980s catalog.
- Polished Production: A "glossy" sonic experience that blends the band’s hard rock roots with sleek keyboards and pop-rock sensibilities.
