Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 days ago

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Author and music journalist Greg Prato joins The David Ellefson Show with cohost Joshua Toomey to discuss his latest book, Talk To Me: Conversations with Ace Freely. The conversation dives into Ace’s massive influence on guitarists across generations and his irreplaceable role in shaping the sound and identity of KISS. The guys break down Ace’s unique personality and how his humor provided the perfect counterbalance to Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley’s seriousness. David also shares personal stories about his last dinner with Ace Frehley and the memorable conversations they had together.

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