Inside the Life of Ace Frehley: Insights from His Solo Bandmates

## A Reflective Farewell to Ace Frehley

When Ace Frehley performed his final concert last month, he was joined by a familiar face, Jeremy Asbrock, a Nashville guitarist who has been a constant presence in Frehley’s solo lineup. Together, they brought life to classic Kiss tracks such as “Deuce” and “Cold Gin,” as well as Frehley’s own hits like “New York Groove” and “Rock Soldiers.”

### The Legacy of a Rock Soldier

Jeremy Asbrock, who has played with bands including The Shazam and John Corabi, described his experience with Frehley as a dream come true, especially given his admiration for Kiss. Sadly, Ace Frehley passed away on October 16 at the age of 74.

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### The Band’s Origins

Asbrock’s connection to Frehley’s band has roots in Gene Simmons’ group. The musicians were touring Australia, and when Frehley sought to borrow them for his set, Simmons agreed, leading to a unique collaboration.

As Asbrock reminisces, Frehley’s request came with excitement for a special event—the Kiss cruise. He officially joined Frehley’s team in September 2018, making him the longest-serving guitarist in Frehley’s solo career.

### Building a Rock Community in Nashville

Nashville’s Philip Shouse also played bass in Frehley’s band from 2018 to 2022 before joining the German metal group Accept. Asbrock, Cook, and Shouse share strong bonds and are key figures in Nashville’s lively rock scene. They even organized a weekly event called Thee Rock N Roll Residency, where they featured surprise guests like Alice Cooper and Lzzy Hale.

Shouse reflects on the humor and charm of Frehley, sharing, “He was really funny and goofy, always leaving a lasting impression.” His admiration goes deeper, as Frehley influenced Shouse’s desire to pursue guitar. “Hearing Ace’s solos made everything click for me,” he recalls.

### Cherishing Memories

Asbrock and Shouse are still grappling with the loss of Frehley but emphasize the kindness and authenticity he displayed behind the iconic persona. “He was completely approachable. We shared real, heartfelt conversations,” Asbrock notes.

Ace Frehley’s impact on his bandmates and the rock community is undeniable. What are some of your favorite Ace Frehley moments or songs?