Gene Simmons ' roadie for a day through the Ultimate Gene Simmons Experience. This experience is designed for fans who dream of going beyond the dressing room and immersing themselves in the world of rock alongside one of the genre's greatest icons. For US$12,495, the package offers a full day with Gene Simmons, including complete backstage access, participation in soundcheck, an exclusive dinner, and even appearances on stage during the show.
More than just a quick meeting, the experience offers a complete immersion into Simmons' touring routine. It also includes intimate conversations, video recordings, and memories that go far beyond a simple meet & greet.
Fan becomes Gene Simmons' roadie and experiences an unforgettable night with his son.
Dwayne Rosado , a 52-year-old former corrections officer, decided to invest in the experience as a way to create a lasting memory with his 13-year-old son, Zach. According to Guitar.com, the meeting took place on May 9th during a Gene Simmons solo show in Red Bank, New Jersey.
According to Rosado, the opportunity was more about connection and emotion than about "carrying boxes." Instead of performing technical tasks like a traditional roadie, father and son participated in a soundcheck alongside the band, filmed a song from the stage ( Parasite ). They also had dinner for two hours with Simmons and even shared an intimate moment with the artist at the end of the night.
Dinner with Gene Simmons: From personal stories to financial advice
During dinner, the rocker shared stories about his personal life, including his first sexual experience, and also offered business advice, highlighting the importance of opening an LLC to protect assets and start a business smartly.
The most touching moment of the night was when Gene Simmons congratulated Zach on stage, with the entire audience singing "Happy Birthday." Furthermore, Simmons also made a point of praising his father, highlighting the importance of raising children free from addiction.
However, despite online criticism about the high price, Rosado defends his choice: “This is what I choose to do with my money. I'm not going to die with a lot of money. I'm going to die happy.”
For him, the experience will be recorded not only in his memory, but also in videos that are now circulating on YouTube. In his words, "it's something we'll be able to watch forever. Therefore, a memory that is now etched in Kiss history, or as fans call it, a Kisstory ."
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