eminentgonz
12-21-2007, 01:07 PM
There are three tests I used when I chose these songs. The first test was whether or not people are going to actually know these songs. One of the worst things when people recommend packs to people who may not know a band is when they recommend material that matches their tastes, but doesn't necessarily present something that a gamer in general may like. The second test is that the songs should all have strong vocals, bass, electric, and drum parts. A lot of people chose songs because they have a really good vocal track or drumming, but the bass is too subtle to be enjoyable. The game is ROCK BAND, not Guitar Hero or Singstar. The third test is that it has to be the right length. If it's too long or the build-up takes forever, then the song is going to become less enjoyable. There's a huge difference between casually listening to a six minute song and having to actively drum or wait for extended periods of time for your part to start up. Another bonus is that I chose songs that have points with background vocals.
With that it mind, here are my KISS pack picks-
Song 1 - God Gave Rock and Roll To You II (1992)
I chose this one because it's a very popular song, not just by KISS fans, but by anyone with any fond memories of Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey. I also believe there's a request thread just for this specific song. As a more modern rock track in the band's catalog, it's a necessity. Additionally, the song features moments by all key instruments (though the bass may be slightly weaker then wanted, due to the loud electric guitars).
Song 2 - Love Gun (1977)
This is one of the lesser known songs by the band, even though it was a bigger hit in the late 70s. I chose this song SPECIFICALLY because of the machine gun drums, the active bass, the guitar solo that descends into madness, and the screaming vocals. Every base is covered in this song and it guarantees that every band member is going to be active throughout the song.
Song 3 - I Was Made for Loving You (1979)
I chose this song because it strongly utilizes a bass opening and is a song that is very widespread. The bass is pronounced, the drums can be heard easily, there's a short guitar solo, and the song has really cool parts that lets the whole band sing together.
Song 4 Lick It Up (1983)
It's hair metal, it still gets a lot of airplay, everyone knows the song, and every instrument gets a lot of use. Nothing more to say, really.
Song 5 Shout it Out Loud (1976)
It's one of the big anthemic arena songs that KISS did back in the 70s. We've been able to guitar to Rock and Roll All Nite and we've been able to jam to Detroit Rock City, so it only makes sense to bring out the third big one: Shout it Out Loud. A cool thing about this song specifically is that the bass and the electric both start out the song playing the same riff.
Song 6 Creatures of the Night (1982)
This is probably the heaviest song I've included, and it's going to be the only one that non-fans may not recognize. What made me decide on this song, though, is that it will appeal to gamers that want to play along with something that may be a little "darker" than I Was Made for Loving You.
Back-up Choice- Black Diamond
Why I didn't pick it- It's too long, too slow and the guitar solo, while Frehley's best, is just too drawn out to use. The drums are great, the guitars are great, and the vocals are blistering, but the bass also might be too subtle. I would recommend it, though, if there was a way to ultimately shorten the track, keep all the good, and dispense with all the waiting by other band members.
So there you have it. My recommendations for a KISS pack.
With that it mind, here are my KISS pack picks-
Song 1 - God Gave Rock and Roll To You II (1992)
I chose this one because it's a very popular song, not just by KISS fans, but by anyone with any fond memories of Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey. I also believe there's a request thread just for this specific song. As a more modern rock track in the band's catalog, it's a necessity. Additionally, the song features moments by all key instruments (though the bass may be slightly weaker then wanted, due to the loud electric guitars).
Song 2 - Love Gun (1977)
This is one of the lesser known songs by the band, even though it was a bigger hit in the late 70s. I chose this song SPECIFICALLY because of the machine gun drums, the active bass, the guitar solo that descends into madness, and the screaming vocals. Every base is covered in this song and it guarantees that every band member is going to be active throughout the song.
Song 3 - I Was Made for Loving You (1979)
I chose this song because it strongly utilizes a bass opening and is a song that is very widespread. The bass is pronounced, the drums can be heard easily, there's a short guitar solo, and the song has really cool parts that lets the whole band sing together.
Song 4 Lick It Up (1983)
It's hair metal, it still gets a lot of airplay, everyone knows the song, and every instrument gets a lot of use. Nothing more to say, really.
Song 5 Shout it Out Loud (1976)
It's one of the big anthemic arena songs that KISS did back in the 70s. We've been able to guitar to Rock and Roll All Nite and we've been able to jam to Detroit Rock City, so it only makes sense to bring out the third big one: Shout it Out Loud. A cool thing about this song specifically is that the bass and the electric both start out the song playing the same riff.
Song 6 Creatures of the Night (1982)
This is probably the heaviest song I've included, and it's going to be the only one that non-fans may not recognize. What made me decide on this song, though, is that it will appeal to gamers that want to play along with something that may be a little "darker" than I Was Made for Loving You.
Back-up Choice- Black Diamond
Why I didn't pick it- It's too long, too slow and the guitar solo, while Frehley's best, is just too drawn out to use. The drums are great, the guitars are great, and the vocals are blistering, but the bass also might be too subtle. I would recommend it, though, if there was a way to ultimately shorten the track, keep all the good, and dispense with all the waiting by other band members.
So there you have it. My recommendations for a KISS pack.
