KISS, Paul Stanley, 1977

The way Goldsmith froze Paul Stanley mid-performance in 1977 makes you feel the sweat and noise of that era, and the print quality really does justice to the film grain. It's been up in my hallway for a week and I keep stopping to look at it.

I've been collecting music photography for years and this Lynn Goldsmith shot of Paul Stanley really captures the raw energy of the band's peak era. The print quality does justice to the detail in his expression and stage presence, and it's become the centerpiece of my living room wall.

The contrast in Lynn Goldsmith’s shot captures the raw energy of that era perfectly. Framing is spot-on for a live feel, though I wish the print were slightly larger. Still, it’s a great addition to my music memorabilia wall.