KISS co-founder Gene Simmons is coming to the Rochester area next week.

Simmons, bassist for the legendary glam metal band, will be at the Chili-Paul Wegmans store, 3175 Chili Avenue, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 18, to plug the launch of his gourmet soda line.

Tickets, which were free and have since sold out, were available at the Chili-Paul service desk. Jo Natale, the supermarket chain’s vice president of media relations, said 250 tickets were available. And up to two family members per ticket could gain admission.

MoneyBag Sodas are produced by Niagara Falls-based Rock Steady Sodas, a subsidiary of Johnnie Ryan Bottling Company.

Fans can sample the sodas and visit with Simmons. Those who make a $25 donation to Hillside Work Scholarship Connection will receive a four-pack of sodas for Simmons to sign at the event.

According to a release, the soft drinks are made "with all-natural flavors, colors and sweeteners and are packaged in eco-friendly glass bottles adorned with beautifully detailed painted labels."

The lineup includes a cola, diet cola, root beer and ginger ale. Additional flavors will be released in the future.

WCLEVELAND@Gannett.com