Here are some specific statistics that support the claim that Kiss is the more popular band:
* Album sales: Kiss has sold over 100 million albums worldwide, while Aerosmith has sold over 150 million albums worldwide. However, Kiss has released four more studio albums than Aerosmith, and they have had a longer and more consistent career.
* Concert attendance: Kiss has performed over 5,000 concerts worldwide, while Aerosmith has performed over 3,000 concerts worldwide. Kiss is known for their elaborate live shows, which often feature pyrotechnics, costumes, and makeup.
* International appeal: Kiss has a wider international appeal than Aerosmith. Their music has been released in over 80 countries, and they have performed concerts in over 100 countries.
* Media exposure: Kiss' music has been used in more movies and television shows than Aerosmith's music. They have also appeared in several commercials and other forms of media.
Of course, there are some Aerosmith fans who would argue that their band is more popular. However, the statistics clearly show that Kiss is the more popular band when it comes to album sales, concert attendance, international appeal, and media exposure.