Peter Criss

He claims the original members "should have been" with Kiss for 50 years.

"The only reason they’re not here with us is themselves," says the Kiss bassist.

Simultaneously released debuts "probably put the final nail in the coffin of the band," he later concluded.

All four living, non-active Kiss alumni will perform at weekend-long event.

Event also features Ace Frehley, Vinnie Vincent and Bruce Kulick.