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Gene Simmons: 'Lady Gaga is the only rock star of this generation'

Gene Simmons believes Lady Gaga is the one "rock star" in music at the moment.

The Kiss mainman made the statement after watching the singer perform at the Oscars on Sunday (February 28).

She ran through the track 'Til It Happens To You' alongside victims of sexual abuse.

Speaking on Twitter, rock icon Simmons lauded Gaga's performance and free-thinking spirit.

He said: "I believe @ladygaga is the only rockstar of this generation."

Talking about Dave Grohl soundtracking a video memorial to late stars, Simmons added:

"Dave Grohl's BLACKBIRD (McCartney) was stunning. Subtle, and beautiful."

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