Rob Benjamin Music

Share my adventures in the music business and life, as well as celebrity encounters and occasional oddities. Through my time as music fan, collector, fanzine publisher and songwriter, I have met superstars such as James Brown, Reba McEntire, Gene Simmons, Bruce Springsteen, Bill Withers and Diane Warren, who all had a huge impact. This channel is a celebration of those impactful experiences and the influence they've had on my life. Join me on this journey as we explore all aspects of the music world.


Rob Benjamin Music

Happy 75th Birthday to a truly talented and amazing musician, King's X bassist Dug Pinnick ‪@alienbeans‬ - Dug is a great human and humble guy who is talented beyond measure. #rocknroll #kingsx #dugpinnick

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This is the new Stanley-SImmons logo from their website (which I customized here). I am happy that the sons of Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley have connected musically, it seems to be KISSmet (get it...lol). Stay tuned. #evanstanley #nicksimmons #stanleysimmons #kisschapter2 #kisstory #genesimmons #paulstanley

7 hours ago | [YT] | 5

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I am excited to hear the new Stanley-SImmons music. They have just launched a website and are taking numbers for their text/fan list. They are both very talented and cool guys. Stay tuned for more details as we cover the next generation of ‪@KISS‬ - #evanstanley #nicholassimmons

1 day ago | [YT] | 45

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A great lineup, album and tour in 1982 for the legendary rock band @KISS. With Eric Carr on fire, and a new heavier sound, the band absolutely ruled. "Creatures" remains a fan favorite and stands as a singular KISS album in terms of sound and vibe. Most fans will name it as one of their top 5 KISS albums of all time. I think it's in my top 3. #creaturesofthenight #ericcarr #vinnievincent #genesimmons #paulstanley

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The legendary rock group ‪@KISS‬ has been very quiet for the last few months regarding their forthcoming 'Avatars'. Will Pophouse proceed with the theater plans with the band struggling to sell the last remaining ticket packages for their upcoming land version of the 'KISS Kruise'? While they have announced new activities, and some very cool guests, we are wondering if this event was produced (partially) in order to gauge demand for KISS at a high price point? There are still a good amount of tickets left, and sadly if this event is not successful we may not see much more on the KISS Kruise front. With all the special guests flying in, it would seem that this is a actually a break even event money wise, I don't think the band or Pophouse will make much, this is more about how the brand moves forward.

I am planning on exploring this topic and how the use of AI may impact the upcoming KISS projects. I remember being at the bar during an ASCAP event in Los Angeles around 2010 and an executive from Germany told me they already had the technology then to produce full songs, and he was not lying. With AI quickly outpacing the understanding and acceptance of it as a tool, rather than a crutch, will the old school creatives embrace it and use it as a creative tool, or will they be left behind if they don't? This reminds me of the early days of Napster, when so many people complained (yet had hard drives full of illegal downloads). There is a lot to unpack, stay tuned. #kiss #kisstory #pophouse

2 days ago | [YT] | 24

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This killer ‪@KISS‬ poster is from the Spanish version of 'KISS Meets The Phantom of the Park,' also known as 'Attack of the Phantoms,', which had significant editing distinct from the US release. Numerous scenes and elements that are part of the US version are not included in the Spanish edition, while conversely, the Spanish version incorporates scenes and elements that are absent in the US cut. A true masterpiece (or maybe not, depending who you ask). #kiss #acefrehley #petercriss #genesimmons #paulstanley

3 days ago | [YT] | 99

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Very few artists will ever reach the level of success or creative energy that Prince enjoyed. He was a force in music like no other and is missed dearly by his fans. Through his timeless jams we are reminded to live life to the fullest. While I am not happy with some of his estate's business choices, I am thrilled that his legacy has grown since his passing and that he is not forgotten.

We miss you Prince, more importantly MUSIC misses you! Anyone notice how BAD pop music is since he passed away? #prince #princeandtherevolution #NPS #MPLS #poplife

5 days ago (edited) | [YT] | 21

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If ‪@genesimmons5214‬ decides to dress as Rob Halford of ‪@judaspriest‬ this year for Halloween, it may look a little like this. #genesimmons #robhalford #geneleatherdaddy #comedy #kissarmy

6 days ago | [YT] | 68

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Tomorrow would have been the 67th birthday of the iconic King of Pop, ‪@MichaelJackson‬ and this collage is a celebration of his heyday in the eighties.#michaeljackson #thriller #bad #dangerous #happybirthday #jacksons

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Custom ‪@KISS‬ dune-buggy style racing carts. Wouldn't it be cool if we could time travel the Fonzie and Evil Knievel to race these bad boys? #kiss #kisstory

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