El Paso rock fans are getting a free shot at KISS history this summer when Gene Simmons brings the Gene Simmons Band to Speaking Rock Entertainment Center on Saturday, August 1, for a 21-and-over outdoor concert. The set will lean on Simmons' hard rock catalog and will feature 1990s outfit Slaughter as a special guest. Doors are scheduled to open at 6 p.m., and organizers expect a packed crowd for the casino's free headliner night.
As reported by KFOX14/CBS4, the event is free and open to the public, but entry is limited to guests 21 and older. KFOX14/CBS4 notes that Slaughter will appear as a special guest and urges fans to arrive early for a decent spot once the gates open.
Speaking Rock details
Speaking Rock Entertainment Center, located at 122 South Old Pueblo Road, hosts live music on a regular basis, and its Speaking Rock Entertainment Center website lists the venue address and 24/7 hours. The casino's outdoor concert patio has long been used for free headlining shows, and local promoters often push upcoming lineups through the venue page.
What to expect
KFOX14/CBS4 reports that the show is expected to draw a large crowd, so fans should plan for lines and limited viewing room close to the stage. Simmons, best known as the cofounder and bassist of KISS, has been touring this year with the Gene Simmons Band, with ticketed dates and listings up on Ticketmaster, while Speaking Rock's free headline nights typically run on a first-come, first-served basis.
Fans planning to attend should keep an eye on the venue page and local coverage for any last-minute changes involving timing, access, or weather. Bring a valid ID for the 21-and-over policy, and show up early if you want a clear shot of the stage instead of watching from the back of the crowd.
