This album is not the start of the "supposed" Kiss decline that many seem to harp on about.True, this album is not as good as those that came before it.However,I refuse to accept that Kiss ever went out of their way to make a "disco" album.Using Vinnie Ponica as producer gave DYNASTY a pop sheen and yeilded a worldwide hit with "I Was Made For Lovin'You".Ace's songs are the strongest of the bunch;"2000 Man" being the highlight.Paul's songs are on target once again.Gene,unfortunately,gets only two chances to show his scales.Peter plays on only one track;his "Dirty Livin'".Anton Fig plays on the rest of the album.If you are a true Kiss fan you'll understand what this album really is . . .a new approach to a classic formula.