Gene Simmons Brings Solo Show to Margaritaville Bossier

KISS co-founder strips away the theatrics for an intimate rock experience with audience participation

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The iconic co-founder of KISS, Gene Simmons, is bringing his solo project to the Margaritaville Resort Casino in Bossier City, Louisiana. This tour focuses on Simmons' musical legacy without the heavy makeup or standard KISS theatrics, offering fans a raw setlist of deep cuts and classic anthems in an intimate venue setting. A unique highlight of this show is the level of crowd participation, as Simmons is known for inviting audience members on stage to sing or play instruments during the performance.

Why it matters

This solo tour allows Simmons to connect more directly with fans, stripping away the larger-than-life KISS persona and giving them a more personal experience. It also provides an opportunity for local musicians to potentially share the stage with the legendary bassist, further engaging the community.

The details

Simmons' solo band will be performing at the Margaritaville's Paradise Theater on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Fans can expect a setlist featuring both KISS classics and deep cuts, as well as the opportunity to join Simmons on stage if they know the lyrics or can play an instrument. Simmons has a history of inviting audience members to perform with him, effectively turning fans into part of the band for the night.

  • The Gene Simmons Band performs at Margaritaville's Paradise Theater on Saturday, February 21, 2026.
  • Doors are scheduled to open at 7:00pm, with the show starting at 8:00pm.

The players

Gene Simmons

The iconic co-founder and bassist of the rock band KISS, who is bringing his solo project to Bossier City.

Margaritaville Resort Casino

The venue hosting the Gene Simmons solo show in Bossier City, Louisiana.

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What they’re saying

“It's a chance for me to just, you know, not worry about big stages and jets and 60 people on the crew, and just have an awful lot of fun.”

— Gene Simmons (kygl.com)

“Literally...in KISS, I couldn't bring anybody up on stage, because if you step the wrong place, you might catch fire or blow up. So the stage, the KISS stage, was always not a safe place, you know, for people to be, and if you step in the wrong place. But with our little band, I get a chance to, you know, bring folks up on stage, join them on the fun. It's very 'I'm part of you. You're part of me.' It's an awful lot of fun.”

— Gene Simmons (kygl.com)

What’s next

Fans interested in attending the Gene Simmons solo show at Margaritaville Resort Casino in Bossier City can purchase tickets through the venue's box office or major digital retailers.

The takeaway

This Gene Simmons solo tour offers fans a more intimate and interactive experience with the legendary KISS co-founder, allowing them to potentially share the stage and connect with him in a way that is not possible at a typical KISS arena show. It showcases Simmons' musical legacy beyond the larger-than-life KISS persona and demonstrates his willingness to engage directly with the local community.