In a historic moment, Ace Frehley‑penned tracks Strange Ways and Rocket Ride were performed live by the Gene Simmons Band for the first time.

The two Frehley songs, Strange Ways and Rocket Ride, were originally associated with Frehley and Sean Delaney, with Rocket Ride noted as a Frehley–Delaney co‑write and later linked to Frehley’s Alive II era.

Simmons’ February brief tour is highlighted, including a Rock Legends Cruise XIII appearance, with complete show details available on his official site.

Video footage of the Lake Charles show is linked to Adame’s Concert Therapy on YouTube, illustrating the performance.

The lineup for the Lake Charles show featured Gene Simmons on bass and vocals, Brent Woods on guitar and lead vocals, Jason Walker on guitar, and Brian Tichy on drums.

Simmons’ band at this show also included Jason Walker (guitar/vocals), Brian Tichy (drums/vocals), and Brent Woods (guitar).

The February 20, 2026 setlist included Deuce, Shout It Out Loud, War Machine, I, Domino, Parasite, Strange Ways, Charisma, Rocket Ride, Cold Gin, a guitar and drum solo, I Love It Loud, Calling Dr. Love, Let Me Go, Rock ’n’ Roll, and Rock and Roll All Nite.

The 14‑song Lake Charles, Louisiana concert on February 20, 2026, marked the Gene Simmons Band’s first show of 2026 and only their second live performance since Ace Frehley’s death in 2024.

The article references prior controversy over Simmons’ comments about Frehley and notes an apology and expressed affection for Frehley.

The full setlist for the February 20 show highlights Strange Ways and Rocket Ride as notable live debuts for Kiss material.

Simmons also performed two additional Frehley‑written songs, Cold Gin and Parasite, during the show.

Setlist history notes Frehley’s extensive live association with Rocket Ride, and acknowledges Frehley’s passing, underscoring the significance of Simmons performing the track posthumously.