God of Thunder (song)

"God of Thunder" is a song by the heavy-metal group Kiss from their album Destroyer. Although not nearly as popular as the rest of Kiss's early material from the standpoint of various critics, the song became a huge live hit and has been featured prominently on many of Kiss's live albums, including an up-tempo, extremely well-received version on Alive II. Many various sound effects were used to make the song including explosions, clapping, zippers ,overdubbed audience chatter and screaming children. Ironically, although this song is known as Gene Simmon's signature song, it was written by Paul Stanley.

Song Releases

• Original Studio Version on Destroyer
• Live Version on Alive II
• Live Version on Gold
• Alternate Live Version on Kiss Symphony: Alive IV
• Remastered Version on Double Platinum
• Another Version is on Kiss Alive! 1975-2000 but its a Best Buy exclusive track
• The original Demo Version sung by Paul Stanley is on The Box Set

Cover Versions

The Swedish death metal band Entombed covered this song on their album Sons of Satan Praise the Lord.

Kiss Personnel

• Gene Simmons - Bass, Lead Vocals
• Paul Stanley - Lead & Backing Vocals, Lead & Rhythm Guitar
• Peter Criss - Drums, Back-Up Vocals
• Ace Frehley- Lead & Rhythm Guitar