KISS frontman Paul Stanley recently shared his thoughts on the unfortunate onstage altercation that led to JANE’S ADDICTION’s tour cancellation. In an interview with Steve-O’s Wild Ride! podcast, Stanley emphasized the importance of professionalism and respect for the audience, even when personal tensions arise.
“You don’t hit. You don’t bring your problems on stage,” Stanley stated. “You leave your anger and resentment at the door. We’ve had times where we weren’t talking offstage, but we’d still go on and give a great performance. The audience deserves that. They paid to see a show, not a personal drama.”
Stanley further elaborated on the importance of maintaining a professional demeanor: “People get one chance to see you. That’s their night, and they shouldn’t be subjected to your personal issues. It’s your job to put on a great show, regardless of what’s happening backstage.”
Reflecting on his long-standing relationship with KISS co-founder Gene Simmons, Stanley shared a valuable lesson he learned: “We’re very different, but we share a strong work ethic. I realized that what bothered me about Gene was my own issue, not his. People are who they are, and trying to change them is futile. It’s about understanding and accepting each other’s differences.”
