Paul improved 150% from his first performance in the role as he grew more comfortable in it. I met him several times & he graciously listened to my views on his performance after his second night on stage. He was very happy to meet with fans of the show & Kiss. He ended up being a very good Phantom, especially in the second act of the show. Thanks Paul for being so nice to me & my family.
When I first heard that Paul Stanley was going to be The Phantom in Toronto my then GF surprised me by taking me to see him play The Phantom and I was BLOWN AWAY how good he was.
His vocal talent is evident on "I Was Made For Loving You." He sings most of the song in a deep, strong baritone, but during the instrumental break he switches up to a high, soaring soprano. And he makes it sound effortless. When I first heard that he had been cast as the Phantom, my first thought was: "Paul Stanley??" But then I remembered "I Was Made For Loving You," and I thought: "...actually, that might work."
It's a shame his voice is not what it once was but after 45 years of touring and vocal chord surgery, he deserves a bit of respect. Also rotator cuff surgery, a hip replacement and two knee replacements. Despite that, he has always taken care of his fitness and is well spoken. He is one of the best frontmen in music and still has energy to burn. Painting, acting, he can do alot of things well, and has a tremendous work ethic. If Peter and Ace showed up on time, sober, things would have been different. Now they piss and moan and play the victim blame game. All the haters can talk their shit, but Paul was never lazy. If a guitarist can't show up to record his own tracks, any band would get rid of him. Everyone gives opinions based on dramatic YT snippets. I can't find fault with a good family man who has talent and works hard. And even as a rock star, avoided the self-destructive pitfalls that lifestyle brings. Starchild rocks. Bravo!⭐
I think part of the reason he was so amazing here is because this resonated with him personally…also the singing amazing…but this man had me in tears with the way he was crawling and sing at the same time…while holding his face…like amazing singing but damn that acting…fucking priceless
It's a physically AND vocally demanding role. He did great. His voice in KI⚡⚡was awesome until about '06ish. After he had surgery on his larynx he never got his strong voice back.😢
Damn this man hit every damn note I absolutely love kiss but I’m also a big fan of the Phantom Of The Opera I have a sealed copy of the 1970s version of the Phantom of the opera it’s amazing really…this is truly a amazing story and I love the songs that were composed. But Paul has talent.
It would be EPIC if they found a way to remaster and restore footage from this production. I loved Paul in this, and it's probably the best thing he's done... sorry KISS Army soldiers. don't come and kill me with your love guns lol :)
Saw Paul in POTO 3x and had the honor of speaking with him alone in the Pantages before one of his morning shows. A total gentleman. I gave him a pre-release of my band’s cover of I Want You, recorded for charity project KAOL (KISS Army OnLine) CD “A World Without Heroes”. He accepted it with true gratitude. Stanley fan forever here.
How can it be possible that David Bowie played "The Elephant Man" and Paul Stanley played "The Phantom" and all we are left with are clips? Amazing performance from Paul on this. I'd loved to have seen the entire thing.
it just goes to show how diverse his voice range is, I don't know of many rock stars who can do this,, without professional training?? I mean come on people,, he is AMAZING!!!
This makes me realise how talented of a vocalist Paul actually was. I mean he still is considering he tortured his voice for 45 years with KISS but it's a little rusty now.
That’s why he uses playback on tours... but no matter if he sings live or lip syncs kiss fans will always trash him, despite him putting the most time and effort in the band through the years
@@MJForever1999 yes, many people forget what he did for the band. Paul specifically made many of those years of KISS possible. Lots of great moments in music history there, lots of good music
@@MJForever1999 bro tbh I think everyone who trashed Paul should give their tickets to fans who actually love the band because those tickets could have been used on fans who are desperate to have that experience
I just heard a reference that Paul Stanley from KISS was in a run of the Phantom of the Opera in Toronto because his son loved the musical. I had to look it up to see if it was true and found this. WOW!!! I've listened to so many versions of Phantom songs and Paul's is PHENOMENAL. Some of the men's voices are just not it for me, but wow, this gave me chills. So pleased toread all these positive comments on the video, too. This is awesome!!
The balls on this guy. Walking onto a broadway stage full of trained professionals and crushing it. Then again these pros could probably learn a thing or two from one of the original theatrical innovators.
Generally you’re right, but it’s not a Broadway stage. Brodway is in NY and this is Canada. Also I can’t say that he crushed anything, he was invited to this role as Colm Wilkinson was in 1989 etc. ‘Rules’ are same for everyone.
Luke Sasser I think it does. It’s really harder to get the leading role at Broadway. Anyway I’m not saying that the fact he is playing Phantom is something unimportant, actually he is the first pop star who played this role
before he wrecked his voice, he was a natch for this with his high pitch and strong vocal abilities. it's not easy for hard rock singers to sound this good doing something like this.
I have known for years that this happened and was too scared to check it out. This is amazing. This guy should be listed among the top Phantoms out there, just because he is so much not what you expect. He does hit the notes in a way worth hearing, not in a dancing-pig way. Solid respect.
OMG this is awesome! I had no idea he could do this! The unmasking vocals gives us some classic Paul Stanley rock screaming. SOOOOO good! He is an excellent actor!
@Nicole Shewan I saw him there too. More a KISS fan than an opera fan…. but I was floored by how great he was. Got a long ovation at his curtain call…. Thanked all his fans that knew him from his “other job”….
I'm no fan of KISS but this is so beautiful, really brought me to tears because I always love POTO and didn't know if Paul ever did it so beautifully, oh dear..
True Kiss fans all knew Pauls voice was amazing, you can hear it on the Kiss Album The Elder. Paul did this role to prove a point. I would have loved to see Freddie Mercury be a Phantom. But sadly that never happened.
Thanks for posting this great rare piece of music history! And for those crying in the comments about the quality this is in 1999...you want 4K? Get a grip! This is a gem Im glad I found! Cheers! : )
I agree. It reminds me of THE ELDER too (specially the song ODYSSEY). But, the funny thing is Paul didn't like his voice on the ELDER and was very proud of his performance as the PHANTOM.
I see a few haters on here but as a Loyal Member Of The KISS Army and plus Paul was my favorite but I respect his and Gene Simmons high business acumen and those two didn't let the fame and fortune get to their heads and some people can say Gene and Paul are narcissistic assholes but I had the privilege of meeting all four members of the original KISS and actually out of all of them Gene and Paul were the coolest over Ace and Peter so if people want to get mad over Paul and Gene speaking the truth about their bandmates who they held accountable one thing anybody can learn from Paul and Gene is if want to go to the top you gotta work at it but this is by far my favorite musical and Paul nailed it I think Gene did a musical too but nice Job Dude 🤘🤘🤘🤘
For anyone who didn't know I was just looking it up out of curiosity, Phantom is back playing in Toronto through Mirvish productions. Once this virus stuff is over with I fully intend on seeing it again.
Paul improved 150% from his first performance in the role as he grew more comfortable in it. I met him several times & he graciously listened to my views on his performance after his second night on stage. He was very happy to meet with fans of the show & Kiss. He ended up being a very good Phantom, especially in the second act of the show. Thanks Paul for being so nice to me & my family.
I would have loved to see him as the Phantom
I don't care if VH1 considered this one of the "40 Least Heavy Metal Moments", Paul Stanley portrayed the role of the phantom very well!
Vh1 is probably the LEAST heavy metal channel. Does it even still exist? MTV is crap too.
@@angelbabybeltran7705 This VH-1 40 list was back in 2004, when the were slowly crossing over to pop culture.
Seriously, is there anything more Paul Stanley than being in Phantom of the Opera? Dude was born for this.
I saw this in Toronto and he was amazing!
Why would they even consider this in metal moments, this is musical theater done in a non-metal style when it was created
When I first heard that Paul Stanley was going to be The Phantom in Toronto my then GF surprised me by taking me to see him play The Phantom and I was BLOWN AWAY how good he was.
I always thought that Paul has a very beautiful singing voice. This is amazing
Wow. Even as a long time kiss fan I never realized Paul had such vocal talent
That makes no sense if u liked kiss for years this would be very obvious
His vocal talent is evident on "I Was Made For Loving You." He sings most of the song in a deep, strong baritone, but during the instrumental break he switches up to a high, soaring soprano. And he makes it sound effortless. When I first heard that he had been cast as the Phantom, my first thought was: "Paul Stanley??" But then I remembered "I Was Made For Loving You," and I thought: "...actually, that might work."
You must've been a rather casual KISS fan. He _had_ one of the best voices in the business.
Robby (Ace) Mills I know right. I m surprised.
jasonsbrain2 even on the early stuff like Strutter and Love in Chains
It's a shame his voice is not what it once was but after 45 years of touring and vocal chord surgery, he deserves a bit of respect. Also rotator cuff surgery, a hip replacement and two knee replacements. Despite that, he has always taken care of his fitness and is well spoken. He is one of the best frontmen in music and still has energy to burn. Painting, acting, he can do alot of things well, and has a tremendous work ethic. If Peter and Ace showed up on time, sober, things would have been different. Now they piss and moan and play the victim blame game. All the haters can talk their shit, but Paul was never lazy. If a guitarist can't show up to record his own tracks, any band would get rid of him. Everyone gives opinions based on dramatic YT snippets. I can't find fault with a good family man who has talent and works hard. And even as a rock star, avoided the self-destructive pitfalls that lifestyle brings. Starchild rocks. Bravo!⭐
catman pc I know right.
@@derekbooth1769 🦇😺🌟⚡
catman pc couldn’t have said it better myself. Thank you for not being a stupid person in the comments
@@samanthavictoria3308 Glad to hear I'm not a stupid person.....I think...😸 Peace, love, and soul. 🐾
catman pc haha. You should be happy it’s a great compliment from me😂
This is awesome!! I’ll never understand why people get mad when celebrities branch out and try different things.. I think Paul did a great job 😃
I think part of the reason he was so amazing here is because this resonated with him personally…also the singing amazing…but this man had me in tears with the way he was crawling and sing at the same time…while holding his face…like amazing singing but damn that acting…fucking priceless
It's a physically AND vocally demanding role.
He did great.
His voice in KI⚡⚡was awesome until about '06ish.
After he had surgery on his larynx he never got his strong voice back.😢
@@jeffhodge7272 yeah unfortunately I agreed bet he dose the best he can
This is really, really impressive. Well done Mr. Stanley. Not just your vocals but your stage performance as well.
I am no fan of Kiss, but Paul did a wonderful job here. I'm practically spellbound here.
Damn this man hit every damn note I absolutely love kiss but I’m also a big fan of the Phantom Of The Opera I have a sealed copy of the 1970s version of the Phantom of the opera it’s amazing really…this is truly a amazing story and I love the songs that were composed. But Paul has talent.
I'm I the only one picturing Paul screaming 'people!' before the chorus
Mafr0
Hahaha!!! I was just wondering if he was going to start humping the girl around 7:04
"How many of you like the taste of tequila?"
I was wondering Paul screaming "I can't hear ya!"
Now listen people! To the music of the night!
I'm grateful to say I saw Paul during his run in Phantom. He and the rest of the cast were amazing!
JasonDavisVoice My dad saw this exact performance with my aunt and uncle :)
I saw this in Vancouver Canada. Was a great performance
JasonDavisVoice I know right
It would be EPIC if they found a way to remaster and restore footage from this production. I loved Paul in this, and it's probably the best thing he's done... sorry KISS Army soldiers. don't come and kill me with your love guns lol :)
It’s fine😂 I’m army and I frickin love musicals. I think this is equally as cool as KISS!!!
Lol I love all kinds of music and productions so I don’t mind
I am not into musicals or theatre at all, but I do appreciate the talents of the artists. They are truly amazing.
Saw Paul in POTO 3x and had the honor of speaking with him alone in the Pantages before one of his morning shows. A total gentleman. I gave him a pre-release of my band’s cover of I Want You, recorded for charity project KAOL (KISS Army OnLine) CD “A World Without Heroes”. He accepted it with true gratitude. Stanley fan forever here.
How can it be possible that David Bowie played "The Elephant Man" and Paul Stanley played "The Phantom" and all we are left with are clips? Amazing performance from Paul on this. I'd loved to have seen the entire thing.
Guy Fawkes I know it's really good. Paul Stanley really is talented. His voice is really good.
Guy Fawkes there’s a bottlegged copy of the show on RUclips. The quality of the video isn’t great but u can hear everyone clearly
What’s the link?
@@Sarah-zf1kp ruclips.net/video/KSeTkzpQOPQ/видео.html
Paul is everything in one. Just kept it hidden
it just goes to show how diverse his voice range is, I don't know of many rock stars who can do this,, without professional training?? I mean come on people,, he is AMAZING!!!
He did have training around 79.
Paul KILLED it as the Phantom.
This makes me realise how talented of a vocalist Paul actually was. I mean he still is considering he tortured his voice for 45 years with KISS but it's a little rusty now.
That’s why he uses playback on tours... but no matter if he sings live or lip syncs kiss fans will always trash him, despite him putting the most time and effort in the band through the years
The guy was an absolute vocal powerhouse for years. There's only so many freaks like Sammy Hagar & Steven Tyler who retain their voice into old age.
@@MJForever1999 yes, many people forget what he did for the band. Paul specifically made many of those years of KISS possible. Lots of great moments in music history there, lots of good music
@@MJForever1999 Kiss fan, here. Paul, Ace, Bruce, and Eric Carr are my heroes.
@@MJForever1999 bro tbh I think everyone who trashed Paul should give their tickets to fans who actually love the band because those tickets could have been used on fans who are desperate to have that experience
I just heard a reference that Paul Stanley from KISS was in a run of the Phantom of the Opera in Toronto because his son loved the musical. I had to look it up to see if it was true and found this. WOW!!! I've listened to so many versions of Phantom songs and Paul's is PHENOMENAL. Some of the men's voices are just not it for me, but wow, this gave me chills. So pleased toread all these positive comments on the video, too. This is awesome!!
Paul is great as the phantom. My aunt is a huge fan of him and saw him in it and loved it.
Paul Stanley proving his talent again and again and again
My gosh! Paul is such a good phantom!
The balls on this guy. Walking onto a broadway stage full of trained professionals and crushing it. Then again these pros could probably learn a thing or two from one of the original theatrical innovators.
He *is* Jewish
Generally you’re right, but it’s not a Broadway stage. Brodway is in NY and this is Canada. Also I can’t say that he crushed anything, he was invited to this role as Colm Wilkinson was in 1989 etc. ‘Rules’ are same for everyone.
Uncle Hyde's Church so?
Vampire of the Opera just because it’s not broadway doesn’t mean anything
Luke Sasser I think it does. It’s really harder to get the leading role at Broadway. Anyway I’m not saying that the fact he is playing Phantom is something unimportant, actually he is the first pop star who played this role
Gotta hand it to him. Great job. The guy's a force of nature. I wouldn't want to stand between him and his goal...whatever it might be.
Paul Stanley will always be my favourite Phantom.
before he wrecked his voice, he was a natch for this with his high pitch and strong vocal abilities. it's not easy for hard rock singers to sound this good doing something like this.
Paul was a vocal powerhouse for years, among the very best. So sad what he's become now
moo cow Sounds amazing
Yeah he over did it and the 80s... forcing his voice to hit notes that it really wasent mad for but it still sounding amazing
You can tell that he sings in a trained and relaxed manner here compared to in Kiss. No rasp and more chest voice.
I saw him as the phantom in Toronto on a class trip during his run. His voice was pretty surprising, it was pretty loud and he was damn good.
I have known for years that this happened and was too scared to check it out. This is amazing. This guy should be listed among the top Phantoms out there, just because he is so much not what you expect. He does hit the notes in a way worth hearing, not in a dancing-pig way. Solid respect.
A "dancing-pig" way?!?!?! BWOHAHAHAHAHAHHAHA
Paul is absolutely amazing
In KISS, as a solo artist and in phantom of the opera
To those who wonder if Paul ever sang like this on Kiss songs. Look up the songs "Just a boy" and "Odyssey" off "Music from the Elder"
Honestly he sounds like shit on Odyssey. It's too goofy
I suppose this the logical step to take once you meet The Phantom of the Park...
KiramidHead 😁😁
Ayyy
Apologies for the late response, but that comment is pure gold.
That's classic!
Holy shit that was pretty good. He’s talented
Bret Michaels I know right
I think in his book he wrote he took special lesson back then. But yes...back then he was great.
In the scene when Christine ripped off the Phantom's mask, did he have a black star shape painted over his right eye?
Eric Kleefeld Now I wonder the same thing lol
One day we'll find out.. hopefully XD
Eric Kleefeld your funny
STAR Child Of The Opera
That would of been epic
No but the frickin laser..
I always try to say something positive, so, I can say of all the rock stars that have tried the theatre...he did it better.
Bobby Wolfe I agree. But ACE rules
Derek Booth Ace did rule before the drug use. Not trying to be rude or start anything, just my opinion
*Freddie Mercury coughs in disapproval*
Even counting just this musical, he isnt better than Colm Wilkinson and Tim Howar
@@justess797 Neither of those are rock stars.
Every time he sings this one, the place lights up like a damn Christmas tree.
He was the perfect person to portray the Phantom.
OMG...i am in tears....he is so good. Impressive. 😢❤
I was there, Paul did a great job. Too bad they didn't get better quality video here.
OMG this is awesome! I had no idea he could do this! The unmasking vocals gives us some classic Paul Stanley rock screaming. SOOOOO good! He is an excellent actor!
Woow i am beyond impressed. Paul have really talent for doing theatre and his singing and dramatic is awesome. ☺❤
HE’S SO GOOD. HOLY COW
I love that he didn't do what everyone else did with this song. It's so much more emotional, raw and authentic.
Paul surprised the shit out of a lot of people,........and I’m sure he likes that......great job!
Fine, fine work, Paul. What a pro
This deserve more views for sure! A great talented guy Stanley!
Tony Houle I know right. Very surprised
@Nicole Shewan I saw him there too. More a KISS fan than an opera fan…. but I was floored by how great he was. Got a long ovation at his curtain call…. Thanked all his fans that knew him from his “other job”….
Paul Stanley is amazing at everything he does!!!
Paul is just amazing in this. Blew me away. He's so awesomely talented.⚘
He's amazing!! Better than I thought he would be!!!!!
Awesome to say the least! Paul was stunning!
Amazing voice Paul Stanley
Amazing how someone that sings rock music can have such an operatic voice
There has to be a full version of this Pro Shot footage would love to have a copy of it on DVD or they should put it on RUclips
I'm no fan of KISS but this is so beautiful, really brought me to tears because I always love POTO and didn't know if Paul ever did it so beautifully, oh dear..
True Kiss fans all knew Pauls voice was amazing, you can hear it on the Kiss Album The Elder. Paul did this role to prove a point. I would have loved to see Freddie Mercury be a Phantom. But sadly that never happened.
Damn! He absolutely nailed it. Impressive!
Bravo 👏 maestro, the ultimate King of glam, Starchild Forever 🤘
Oh My God..This Brought Me To Tears..PAUL Has A Beautiful Voice.
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Kiss meets Phantom of the Opera
WOW!!!! BEAUTIFUL AND TRULY AMAZING!!! BRAVO!!!!!!!
WOW! I knew he was good, but WOW!
Love It !!! Thank You For Posting This !!
Gosh! This man is a legend! Thanks for everything, Paul!
Wow just beautiful ❤️ gave me chills to the bones love it
INCREDIBLE
I'm amazed at all the comments on here from people that say they didn't know Paul could sing like that. Did you not listen to the Elder?
RIGHT?
Thanks for posting this great rare piece of music history! And for those crying in the comments about the quality this is in 1999...you want 4K? Get a grip! This is a gem Im glad I found! Cheers! : )
"Looks like, we're going to have a Rock and Roll... I mean, an Opera party TONIGHT!"
This would've been great to see.
Sounds like The Elder.. =)
I agree. It reminds me of THE ELDER too (specially the song ODYSSEY). But, the funny thing is Paul didn't like his voice on the ELDER and was very proud of his performance as the PHANTOM.
Pierre O Ha I guess his opinion changed over time
Amazing!
My wife and daughter were there. I am seeing Kiss in Toronto in Oct 2023. Have not seen them since 1974. I was at the Phantom with Colm Wilkinson tho.
Love Paul.. this is so great.
You go, Paul!
I get teary-eyed every time I listen to this!
Paul Stanley a musical genius
Not as bad as I expected it to be! Paul sure knows how to surprise people.
L Duke99 I know right.
私は当時この舞台を留学先のトロントで観ました。また観れて嬉しいです❤
Wow, he can do anything. Can't he ❤😊
Tipical Paul gesture! Amazing Paul even outside Kiss! Great voice performance!
This is great!!!
Def diff, but Paul does the phantom justice! Keep expecting to see him break out with Detroit rock city! Or gene to pop out spitting blood!
Da- 5o I know right. lmao
Is it possible to contact with author of this channel? I really want to get original file of this video. I can give some videos in exchange
I don't really like Paul Stanley, but I have to admit, it took a lot of guts for him to do this, and a lot of talent to pull it off, and he did.✌
Some of this reminds me of his vocals on The Elder which to me is one of the best Kiss albums.
Paul did so well here... he should of done more musicals....
Facts
Wow, I knew Paul could sing, but damn!
Hermoso ❤️ mi Paul recuerdo cuando yo lo ví❤️❤️❤️
I see a few haters on here but as a Loyal Member Of The KISS Army and plus Paul was my favorite but I respect his and Gene Simmons high business acumen and those two didn't let the fame and fortune get to their heads and some people can say Gene and Paul are narcissistic assholes but I had the privilege of meeting all four members of the original KISS and actually out of all of them Gene and Paul were the coolest over Ace and Peter so if people want to get mad over Paul and Gene speaking the truth about their bandmates who they held accountable one thing anybody can learn from Paul and Gene is if want to go to the top you gotta work at it but this is by far my favorite musical and Paul nailed it I think Gene did a musical too but nice Job Dude 🤘🤘🤘🤘
For anyone who didn't know I was just looking it up out of curiosity, Phantom is back playing in Toronto through Mirvish productions. Once this virus stuff is over with I fully intend on seeing it again.
Amazing Paul!
He always had talent guys!!!!!!
Powerful Performance!
Paul should be Proud!
Thank you for uploading this.
Wow, I’m so impressed. I had no idea Paul could sing opera. Kudos to you, Paul.
Such an amazing performance 😮
Right On Paul! Kick ass!
I was there at one of the shows at the Pantages in 1999.
Take notes Sebastian Bach!