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Rock stars turned restaurateurs Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley Far fromaGamble BY BEN COLEY

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sion between the Kiss stars, concert pro moter Dave Furano, music executive Dell Furano, and restaurateur Michael Zislis. In the past 12 years, the rock ‘n’ roll–inspired concept has grown to 20 locations across six states, a good portion of which are licensing agreements with casinos.

ROCK & BREWS CEO Adam Goldberg’s favor ite “F” word is fun. And why wouldn’t it be? He leads a nationally growing casual-dining chain cofounded by Paul Stanley and Gene Sim mons from famed band Kiss. The concept started in 2010 after a brainstorming ses

Rock & Brews is fine-tuning growth with casino deals at the center.

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