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Rock legend Gene Simmons of Kiss to appear at Royal Oak Rock & Brews
The new Rock & Brews location in Royal Oak will host a special appearance by the iconic KISS frontman.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 3:53pm
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Details have been announced for the upcoming opening of a new Rock & Brews restaurant location in Royal Oak, Michigan. The restaurant chain, co-founded by KISS members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, will feature a special appearance by Simmons himself at the grand opening event.
Why it matters
The opening of a new Rock & Brews location in the Detroit metro area is significant, as the restaurant brand has become known for its rock music-themed atmosphere and partnerships with legendary rock musicians like Simmons and Stanley. The appearance of Simmons is expected to draw significant interest from KISS fans in the region.
The details
Rock & Brews, the rock-themed restaurant chain co-founded by KISS members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, has announced plans to open a new location in Royal Oak, Michigan. As part of the grand opening festivities, Simmons himself will make a special appearance at the new restaurant.
- The new Rock & Brews location in Royal Oak is scheduled to open in March 2026.
The players
Gene Simmons
The iconic frontman of the legendary rock band KISS, who is also a co-founder of the Rock & Brews restaurant chain.
Rock & Brews
A rock-themed restaurant chain co-founded by KISS members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, known for its music-inspired atmosphere and partnerships with legendary rock musicians.
What they’re saying
“We've all worked hard collaborating as a team to create Rock & Brews destinations we could be proud to share with the community, and that is without a doubt what we will do for our newest location in Royal Oak.”
— Gene Simmons, Co-founder, Rock & Brews
The takeaway
The opening of a new Rock & Brews location in Royal Oak, featuring a special appearance by KISS icon Gene Simmons, is an exciting development for music and dining enthusiasts in the Detroit metro area, highlighting the continued popularity of rock-themed entertainment experiences.


