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How Bob Ezrin Turned 'Destroyer' Into KISS’s Breakthrough [Highlight From Episode 360]
Published 3 months ago
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Producer Bob Ezrin didn’t just record KISS — he reshaped them. With orchestration, choirs, sound effects, and strict studio discipline, Destroyer became the album that pushed the band beyond their live reputation and into true superstardom.
In this audio highlight, author Martin Popoff explains how Ezrin’s production approach elevated the band’s songwriting, performances, and overall ambition — creating one of the most important albums of the 1970s.
Listen to Episode 360 - 1976: The Year KISS Took Over the World
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In this audio highlight, author Martin Popoff explains how Ezrin’s production approach elevated the band’s songwriting, performances, and overall ambition — creating one of the most important albums of the 1970s.
Listen to Episode 360 - 1976: The Year KISS Took Over the World
🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch
💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCK
https://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK
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Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network
BookedOnRock.com
The Booked On Rock Store
The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel
Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:
BLUESKY
TIKTOK
X
Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore
Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: thebookedonrockpodcast@gmail.com
The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe