Earlier this week opinions on the subject were offered by Led Zeppelin singer Robert Plant and Poison drummer Rikki Rockett. Now Snider claims the music has a bright future, regardless of business issues.

He says via Facebook: "While I have nothing but respect for Gene, he couldn't be further off the mark. The business model that helped Kiss and my band achieve fame and fortune is most certainly dead - but rock'n'roll is alive and well.

"It's thriving on social media, in the streets, in clubs and concert halls all over the world. And the bands playing it are more genuine than heartfelt than even because they're in it for one reason: the love of rock'n'roll."