content: We know the true meaning of Kiss was Paul and Gene, and when Ace contributedd it rocked as well. But Paul Stanley's efforts have always been aimed more for the anthems (i.e.; "Detroit Rock City"). And what shows more on this release is Paul's ability to not only write the standard Kiss classic, but also distribute radio-friendly hits of the 70's.Dated? No! Peter Criss is more dated as an effort, Paul Stanley's first solo album is actually heard on later releases ("Reason To Live" is a good example").If you decide that this is the best of all 4 solo albums by Kiss, then you obviously enjoy "Detroit Rock City" over, say, "Christine Sixteen" or "Shout It Out Loud". But overall, respect the fact that Paul is one major part of the Kiss legacy and remained true to his roots from as early as the '74 release all the way up to "Psycho Circus" and hopefully beyond.