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February 2007 News

Page updated on February 28, 2007
All news should be considered an unconfirmed report unless verified, and all information published at KISS Asylum is attributed to the source from which it was received so that readers may judge the validity of the statements for themselves. All information is confirmed where possible, and all publication is governed by common sense.
Have KISS news to report? Email us at news@kissasylum.com.


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Scott, Sully, Vinnie and Ace.
Ace To Appear On VH1 Celebrity Poker
From: KISSOnline

ACE FREHLEY will appear on the Classic Rock n' Roll Celebrity Poker Tournament premiering on VH1 Classic on Wednesday, March 14 at 10:00 p.m. Hosted by poker legend Phil Helmuth, the Tournament also features Sully Erna, Vinnie Paul, Dusty Hill and Scott Ian (ANTHRAX).




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More PAUL STANLEY Australian Tourdates Added
From: PaulStanley.com

You wanted more shows... you've got more shows!

Second shows have been added in Melbourne and Sydney for iconic KISS frontman PAUL STANLEY's first solo Australian tour.

Stanley will now play a new show at Sydney's Enmore Theatre on Tuesday April 17 (in addition to Monday April 16) and at Melbourne's Palais Theatre on Saturday April 21 (in addition to Friday April 20).

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Myrtle Beach/KISS Expo 2007


This past weekend, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina played host to KISS fans once again as they opened up their doors for their first KISS Expo. Club Boca, nicely located within Broadway at The Beach, played host to the event. They graciously opened their doors on Friday evening for a VIP pre-expo party to those that had traveled from numerous states and driven several hundred miles just to be there.

The full-day expo was held on Saturday, February 24, 2007 from 11:00am - 6:00pm. Special guest appearances were made by Lydia Criss and BRUCE KULICK. Both spent Saturday signing autographs, chatting with fans, as well as partaking in question and answer dialogue with the anxious audience. Lydia was also there autographing her recently published book Sealed With a KISS, which chronicles her life in pictures with famous KISS drummer, PETER CRISS. She self published the massive hardbound book so that she would be allowed to tell the story her way. For die hard KISS fans, it's a must have addition, full of great photographs and some unique stories about the band mates of KISS, and life with Peter. BRUCE KULICK, who played with KISS for twelve years (1984-1996), was there signing autographs for his solo, Union, and ESP CD's/DVDS along with the guitar instructional DVD that he produced with his brother, Bob Kulick.

Representatives were there from all walks of KISS history, and filled both levels of Club Boca with vendors and merchandise. Peter Arquette from KISSAsylum.com as well as KISSmuseum.com was there. Keith Leroux from the official web sites KISSOnline.com, and PaulStanley.com was also among the vendors selling merchandise. Three representatives for the newly released KISS fragrance for both men and women were there. They offered great specials on their boxed gift sets, as well as a giveaway drawing for a personally autographed gift set. There were also fans fully dressed up in costume and makeup representing different members of KISS. The attention to detail can make your head spin. It is always amazing to see the memorabilia that has been collected over the years by true KISS fans, even more amazing to hear their stories. Of course, there was face painting at the event, and many took the opportunity to have themselves made as their favorite KISS member for the day. Others have chosen to adorn themselves more permanently. Several KISS tattoos were spotted, and quite a few were very unique in appearance.

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Ace Responds To Rumors Of His Demise
From: Kayos Productions

"Rumors of my demise have been greatly exaggerated"- ACE FREHLEY

Contrary to published reports, ACE FREHLEY, formerly of KISS, is alive and well and working on his highly anticipated solo album.

It has been erroneously reported on various websites and wire services that the legendary guitarist had committed suicide.

Not so!

"I don't know how this ridiculous rumor got started," smiles Ace, as he eats his daily allotment of wheat germ, preparing to jump back on his treadmill.





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ERIC SINGER Drums On New Shamless Album
From: ShamlessRock.com

The brandnew Shameless CD Famous 4 Madness will be released in may with 11 brandnew songs. The disc will feature appearances by ERIC SINGER (KISS/Alice Cooper), Jani Lane (x-Warrant), Phil Lewis (LA Guns), John Corabi (x-Motley Crue & Union), Steve Summers of Pretty Boy Floyd, Keri Kelli (Alice Cooper Band), Stevie Rachelle of TUFF & many more.

A European tour is slated for early May 2007 in the UK, Germany, Spain, & Italy. The live touring line-up is Alexx, BC, drummer Tod "T" Burr, Michael Thomas on guitar and vocalists Steve Summers (Pretty Boy Floyd) and Stevie Rachelle (Tuff).

The set will include songs from the Shameless catalog, along with select Tuff & Pretty Boy Floyd tunes.

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BRUCE KULICK Blog for LA 2007 Fantasy Camp
From: Kulick.net


Speechless is what I am. I am so pleased with the final night at the House of Blues. I know that the campers and counselors were thrilled and amazed with our big finale.

The day started with everyone's final rehearsal, then a lunch break and back to the hotel for getting into the clothing for the big performances at the HOB. I felt confident with my bands last time to run through the KISS and Journey songs. I gave my band as gifts some of my solo CD's and thanked them for their hard work at the camp. We exchanged info so we can keep in touch and that is something the camp is great for, bringing people who love music together.

About 4 PM we had our special dinner and ceremony where each band and counselor got on stage to receive an award for being at the fantasy camp. It was great to have the lovely Lynn Hoffman and Kelly Keagy interview my band and see how elated they were about the experience, each one saying a few words about how the camp changed their lives. Guess they didn't mind me being the drill sergeant I am known to be!

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Black And Blue To Release Rarieties Album
From: Blabbermouth

Crash Music Classics has announced the release of BLACK 'N BLUE's "Rarities" album, due in stores April 24, 2007. The CD will feature rare and live tracks from the band's back catalogue.

"These tracks are classic demos and live rockers that I have salvaged and re-mastered from my original cassette recordings to be enjoyed today," says BLACK 'N BLUE frontman Jaime St. James (currently also in WARRANT). "I have also thown in my 2002 'Hell Yeah' demos to round out a very rare BNB rock 'n' roll blast from the past."

BLACK 'N BLUE formed in 1981 out of Portland, Oregon and released its self-titled debut album on Geffen Records in 1984. The group went on to release four albums, including its self-titled debut, which featured the hit "Hold On To 18". The band would later hook up with GENE SIMMONS from KISS, who produced the albums "Nasty Nasty" and "In Heat".

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What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Album Magnet
From: KISSmuseum.com

Two new large, 3-inch refrigerator magnets have just been released; Alive II and Rock and Roll Over. They are an addition to the In-Concert magnet released last year. Hopefully this series will eventually extend to the entire KISS catalog, but for now, these are the only ones available at KISSmuseum.com.

$3.50 each or $9.95 for the set at KISSmuseum.com





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PAUL STANLEY R'N'R Fantasy Camp Show
From: KISSOnline


Thanks to our friend Bret Moiseff for sending us this report and some photos from Paul's appearance last night at the Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp closing concert (additional photos courtesy of Gibson).

Judges for the event included ERIC SINGER and Carmine Appice, both rich in KISStory.

The Fantasy Camp battle of the bands started with a bang as Paul took the stage with BRUCE KULICK's band, Psycho Circus. Bruce said he was excited as he hadn't played with Paul onstage for a long time. Paul played on and off for nearly 3 hours, as he came out with each band- trading vocals or in some cases taking all of them. It was interesting to see Paul without a guitar on.

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Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp Report
From: Kulick.net


As you all know as a former member of KISS for 12 years, I was so excited that at this LA 2007 Camp, PAUL STANLEY would be one of the special guests. So of course we were busy all morning getting the "Shout It Out Loud" tune, as I wanted it to be great for Paul.

We rehearsed that one, and our cover choice, which would be "Anyway You Want It" by Journey. My singer Marti, who has strong pipes, was very excited that the band was getting it together quickly. We also had to work on the Beach Boy song called Surfin Safari, and getting the cool vibe for that material, being so different from KISS and Journey really put my band through the paces! But that is what the camp is about, a crash course in learning and playing music along with meeting the stars.

The afternoon came quick, and sure enough Paul arrived promptly and with his tech Francis who also has worked with me. Paul was absolutely excited about the bands, and I was shocked at how patient he was showing them guitar riffs, bass parts, and vocal notes in each room. I accompanied him through about 9 of the 13 rehearsal rooms.

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Rock 'N Roll Fantasy Camp Photos
From: TalkingMetal.com

TalkingMetal.com has posted the first part of their February 2007 Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp photo gallery including photos of PAUL STANLEY and BRUCE KULICK.

Check them out at www.striglsmusicnews.com/rrfcla/rrfcla.htm.





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Rock And Roll Fantasy Camp Blog
From: Kulick.net


Hello everyone! Fantasy Camp is here again, and since I was asked to do a blog for this event - one that is hard to describe, just experience - I will try my best to share with you all the LA 2007 Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp. As usual, day one was jammed packed with excitement. I have to admit it has been a tough day one for the counselors, as actually it is day two. Wednesday we kicked off rehearsing songs for the campers and between learning some Queen songs, Bad Company and Free, Steely Dan, and Go Go songs my head has been spinning!! We don't have a counselor bass player, so I have been sharing the duties with a few others. But I do love playing bass as well, so I have been getting my fingers in shape. Some of you know I have recorded bass guitar on some KISS tunes in the past.

So really Wednesday we got set up with our gear, and of course Gibson was there in full force with some fine guitars. I brought some of my own instruments as I live here in Los Angeles. The counselor band was asked to perform Wednesday night for a charity that was put together by a camper named Laura Sperber. She is a coin collector ... how is 5 million for a nickel sound!! She's got one! Her guests were all in the coin field, but it made for a great night and of course kind of rehearsal for the Camp. We all celebrated the start even though the event was separate of the Fantasy Camp, but for us players, it was a great dress rehearsal of the songs we would play for the campers.

Click here to read the rest of Bruce's Blog from the 2007 LA Rock Fantasy Camp.





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ERIC SINGER Banner
From: Eric-Singer.com


PEARL had a really great display this year at the NAMM show & I was represented with a huge ERIC SINGER banner.

Here is a pic which by the way does not represent how large it really is. 15ft x 15ft ! Thank You Gene for the pic...





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Gene and Jason Dussault
GENE SIMMONS' Leap Into Fashion
From: VegasPopular.com


My pal, GENE SIMMONS, who with his talented tongue has led KISS for 34 years, launches his new Street-Wear fashion line today at the Dussault Custom Ink booth of the MAGIC and the savvy financial investor is calling it MONEYBAG. He'll wear and show the line as super salesmen to buyers from stores around the country for the next three days. Thursday night he's invited me to his celebration cocktail and dinner party in his Venetian's penthouse suite. He worked with designer Jason Dussault on the Limited Edition streetwear of hand-finished and signed hoodies, belts, wallets, purses and hats! Go check it out at genesimmonsmoneybag.com.

Gene told me: "I have owned the trademark MONEYBAG logo for over 25 years. I have used it on my magazines, book imprint, record company and a few other areas. Until I met Jason Dussault, I held off on really going out into the marketplace in the street wear line. It has to do with finding a kindred spirit. And, Jason is it. He and I share a passion for only doing things in life that mean something. As a teenager he was a huge KISS fan and spent a lot of time not only dressing like KISS but also drawing my character all over his fashion-books so his teenage dream of meeting me not only became a reality but we hit it off with a great business idea. Together, we intend on creating cutting edge, in-your-face fashions. The MONEYBAG Line, at long last, is becoming a reality." The Hoodies have already been specially designed for Pamela Anderson, Nicole Ritchie and Kid Rock. Gene was at JET Nightclub last night, joining Gnarls Barkley who flew in to celebrate their Sunday night Grammy wins.





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IPO KISSed Off
From: Red Herring


GENE SIMMONS has kissed off his IPO.

No Good TV, a bawdy Internet and pay television programmer that the KISS lead singer chairs, has withdrawn its planned $43.1 million initial public offering.

The company, based in Beverly Hills, California, had planned to raise the money to fund the launch of music- and celebrity-driven programs whose profanity and nudity would bump against Federal Communications Commission decency regulations if aired on broadcast or cable TV, according to a government filing.

The company's web site, ngtv.com, had a slick animated film promoting the channel's launch Feb. 24. Calls to the company co-president, Kourosh Taj, and one of the IPO's underwriters, S.W. Bach & Co., were not immediately returned and it was unclear how Thursday's IPO withdrawal would affect the programming rollout.

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GENE SIMMONS Update
From: GeneSimmons.com


The Las Vegas Magic Show is a beehive of activity. Besides the clothing lines in the more than 100,000 sq ft facility, the NBA is also in town for a big event. All of which plays right into the right place at the right time.

My partners and I are working with perhaps the most charismatic and high-scoring baller on getting him his own TV show. The head of the network is also in town and we all plan on a sit down together. More on this later.

Ran into boxing champ Sugar Shane Mosely and we talked about a few things — perhaps a new business venture. We will see.

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Bruce On Tour With Grand Funk
From: Kulick.net

Bruce is definitely shapping up to have a busy '07. Besides the KISS Expos in February and March and the ESP European Tour, also in March, Grand Funk's summer schedule is exploding! Dates have recently been added in: Austin, Texas * Las Vegas, Nevada * Mableton, Georgia * Clearfield, Pennsylvania * Beloit, Wisconsin * Corvallis and Winchester Bay, Oregon * and St. Joseph, Missouri. And this is in addition to the numerous summer dates that were already on the tour schedule! Click over to Bruce's Tour Dates Page to check out Bruce's complete schedule, including all of Grand Funk's scheduled stops.




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GENE SIMMONS Family Jewels Season 2
From: Blabbermouth

According to USA Today, A&E has set a March 25 premiere date for the second season of KISS bassist/vocalist GENE SIMMONS' reality-TV show "GENE SIMMONS Family Jewels". The cable channel began production last fall on 20 one-hour episodes.

A&E had ordered a 13-episode first season.

"Family Jewels" delivered an average 1.3 million viewers per episode, according to Variety.com. Show also improved its Monday-at-10 timeslot by 56% among adults 18-49 (766,000) and 45% among adults 25-54 (742,000) vs. the previous year.

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ERIC SINGER Update
From: Eric-Singer.com


This past weekend I made it back to my hometown of Cleveland for some family,friends,basketball & KISS ! I started the weekend off by watching the CAVS destroy the Miami HEAT !
Saturday I arrived at the Holiday Inn for the planned KISS Expo. There has not been an expo in Cleveland in a few years but, the fans turned out strong and flowed in & out thruout the day. Great turnout & I want to thank Keith Leroux & Steve Stierwalt Jr. for putting on another great event. These guys are top notch & really know how to deliver the best events for KISS fans period.

I also want to thank ALL the fans who made it out in freezing cold weather from near & far (there were fans from Canada,West Virginia, Michigan etc...) YOU really made me feel special & gave me energy to sign from 12-6pm. You rocked my world needless to say !

I then went to dinner with family & friends and had a great evening visiting some old friends from my Euclid school days. Nice to see Colleen, Maryann & Carol !! You girls made me laugh with such kool memories. We were crazy kids huh ?

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Swimsuit Model In KISS Body Paint
From: Sports Illustrated

In Sports Illustrated's annual Swimsuit Edition, model Daniella Sarahybas is painted with KISS body paint. View additional phtots at the Sports Illustrated Website






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What's New In KISS Collecting
Gene Celebriduck
From: KISSmuseum.com

New JUMBO sized GENE SIMMONS Celebriduck. Much larger than the previous set-of-four release. Vinyl duck is designed for hours of bathtub fun. Box stands 5.5" tall.

$12.95 at KISSmuseum.com





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Ace On Cover Of Classic Rock Magazine
From: Various KISS Asylum Readers

Subscribers to Classic Rock Magazine's Issue 103 (March 2007) received an alternate cover in their mailboxes. ACE FREHLEY appears on the cover, with the caption "KISS TOOK MY FACE! Whatever happened to ACE FREHLEY, KISS lost guitar hero." The magazine contains a story about lost rock icons, an article on where Ace is now, an excerpt from an 2005 Guitar World Ace Interview, and a short interview with Gene from his recent trip to the UK. The same content is included in the "regular" cover version which features a photo of Thin Lizzy's Phil Lynott.




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GENE SIMMONS Moneybag Clothing Line To Debut In Las Vegas
From: GeneSimmons.com


We will all be at the Las Vegas Magic Show at the Convention Center from Tuesday, February 13th thru Friday, February 16th - ask anyone in town where it is. The Magic Show highlights what's new in the apparel/clothing line. The manufacturers/designers and buyers all go there. We will be debuting our GENE SIMMONS Moneybag clothing line with our partner, Jason Dussault, who has his Dussault Clothing Line. We will be there. Come up and say hello.

The official GENE SIMMONS Moneybag clothing line website has been launched here.





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The KISS Sales Report
From: USA Today


We've looked at the SoundScan-era sales of Rush and Donna Summer, and while I doubt if it changed any minds about whether those acts deserved induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, it was interesting data.

Today we'll take a look at the other member of your triumvirate of artists most unfairly excluded from the Hall (your opinion, not necessarily mine): KISS.

Like Rush and Summer, KISS' sales heyday came long before 1991, when SoundScan began tabulating record sales. They sold (and their label pressed) a ton of records in the '70s; these SoundScan-era numbers will represent just a fraction of those older titles' totals. Still, it's always intriguing to see what's continuing to sell and what's mired in the doledrums.

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Cleveland KISS Expo Report
From: KISSOnline

Over 400 diehard KISS fans attended Saturday's 2007 Cleveland KISS Expo. Special guest ERIC SINGER spent the day meeting fans of all ages, signing autographs and taking photos. Eric also held a lively 1 hour Q&A session. Director Louis Antonelli dropped by to discuss working with Paul on his upcoming Live Concert DVD. Throughout the day fans shopped, caught up with old friends and talked all things KISS. Cleveland's own KISS tribute band MR. SPEED closed the expo with a crowd pleasing 90 minute set.

Thanks to all of the KOL supporters who stopped by our booth to say hi. It was a pleasure meeting you all. Judging from the attendance and crowd response, it's safe to say we'll be see you again next year at another Cleveland KISS Expo!

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PAUL STANLEY Ticket Sale Reminder
From: PaulStanley.com

Tickets for Paul's Australian tour go on sale to the general public Monday Feb 12th at 9:00am local time in Australia.

11 April 2007, Twin Towns GOLD COAST : Box Office only, call 1800-014-014
13 April 2007, WIN Entertainment Centre WOLLONGONG : Ticketek , Phone: 132-849
14 April 2007, Newcastle Entertainment Centre NEWCASTLE : Ticketek , Phone: 132-849. Venue Phone: 4921-2121
16 April 2007, Enmore Theatre SYDNEY : Ticketek , Phone: 132-849
20 April 2007, Palais Theatre MELBOURNE : Ticketmaster , Phone: 136-100 & Box Office 9537 2444
24 April 2007, Burswood Theatre PERTH : Ticketek , Phone: 132-849
26 April 2007, Thebarton Theatre ADELAIDE : Phone: Venuetix 8225-8888





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A Conversation With Lydia Criss
From: Classic Rock Revisited


Over 40 years ago a young Italian girl named Lydia lived in Brooklyn, New York. She dreamed of getting married, having children and being a stereotypical Italian mom – then she met PETER CRISS. The couple fell in love and Lydia entered the glamourous world of being a rock star wife. Things did not come easy however as she worked hard for 12 years to pay the bills and give Peter every chance to live his dream. Lydia was patient and Peter worked hard. Eventually, he was invited to be the drummer in a band called KISS. The rest, as they say, is KISStory!

Fast forward to 2007and Lydia has released her first book which is both autobiographical and a pictorial history of her time with KISS titled Sealed with a KISS. The books imagery is the most comprehensive collection of photographs of the band’s heyday ever to be released. The text of the book is written simply and honestly by the author. From the glory of KISS Mania to finding out Peter was cheating on her and taking massive amounts of drugs, Lydia tells all. After taking in the entire spectacle, one feels they know Lydia on a spiritual level. She recounts her life with KISS on an entirely individual level and brings the monsters of rock down to earth and shows them as both rock stars and everyday people.

Read on to discover how the book came to be and learn more about the hottest band in the world – KISS

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Paul At Wentworth Gallery
From: PaulStanley.com

Here are some photos from Paul's appearance at the WENTWORTH GALLERY in Hackensack, NJ. WENTWORTH's was converted into a "PAUL STANLEY" exhibition for the evening, with only Paul's art hanging throughout the Gallery. For over 4 hours fans entered the Gallery and viewed Paul's art up close!

WENTWORTH did a wonderful job with the Paul exhibition and will hold another Saturday (Feb. 10) at their Short Hills, NJ location - (973) 564-9776. Paul will appear at the Gallery from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

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PAUL STANLEY Burrn Magazine Photos
From: Burrn Magazine


A wonderful PAUL STANLEY article by John "Shooter" Harrell graces pages 2 - 9 of the March issue of Burrn Magazine in Japan. John conducts a great interview with Paul and as well he has some great photos of Paul. These are some of the images that were with the article.
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ERIC SINGER Eager To Mingle With Fans
From: Cleveland Plain Dealer

ERIC SINGER first saw KISS open for the New York Dolls at the Allen Theatre in 1974. Seventeen years later, he was the drummer in the band. He's had several stints with KISS, including a tour last year, but is also the regular drummer for Alice Cooper. He has his own band, ESP, and has played with Lita Ford, Brian May, Black Sabbath, Badlands and others. He'll be in town this weekend to visit family, attend the Cavs-Lakers game Sunday and appear at a KISS Expo from 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday at the Holiday Inn Cleveland Airport, 4181 West 150th St.

Q: Tell us about your Cleveland roots.

A: I graduated from Euclid High School in 1976 and moved out to California in 1983 or 1984. Cleveland was such a good music scene and produced a lot of good players, but at some point you've got to go where things are happening. All the Cleveland musicians I know went to New York or L.A.; L.A. has warmer weather so I headed out there.

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Rocking the Art World
From: CNBC.com

PAUL STANLEY, KISS co-founder, discusses his venture into the art world with CNBC's Becky Quick on Squak Box. View the video at http://www.cnbc.com/id/15840232?video=178760751/




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What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Standing Tall Women's Hoodie
From: KISSmuseum.com


Hoodie with front pockets and printing on front and back. 100% cotton T-Shirt material construction. Made to fit snugly. Women's sizes S - XL.

Available at KISSmuseum.com





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What's New In KISS Collecting
Jumbo Gene Celebriduck
From: KISSmuseum.com


New JUMBO sized GENE SIMMONS Celebriduck. Much larger than the previous set-of-four release. Vinyl duck is designed for hours of bathtub fun. Box stands 5.5" tall.

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KISS Frontman To Tour Australia
From: Yahoo News

While most musicians release albums within years of each other, Stanley has waited almost three decades to follow up from his self-titled solo debut Stanley launched in 1978.

Stanley's Australian visit follows his latest tour of the United States, his first solo tour since 1989, when he thrilled fans with tracks from his latest offering, plus some surprising selections from his enormous KISS catalogue.

"My first question was 'Can I get to Australia?'," Stanley said from his home in the United States.

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Gene Meets Sponge Bob
From: KISSOnline

KISS' GENE SIMMONS and Shannon Tweed dropped by the Nicktoons Studios in Burbank, CA this week to voice act on an upcoming episode of Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants called "20,000 Patties Under the Sea." In the episode, Simmons will voice the role of the menacing Sea Monster who is fed Krabby Patties by SpongeBob and Patrick in attempts to keep his anger at bay. Tweed plays the Sea Monster's mother who comes to her son's defense after being insulted by Plankton. While developing the episode, executive producer and KISS fan Paul Tibbitt felt Simmons' voice would be perfect for the role. Simmons agreed and brought Tweed on the project.

"I was born for this part. I've been waiting all my life to be a Sea Monster. It's in my blood. It's what I do. It's my job. SpongeBob is jealous, as well he should be. I was brilliant," said Simmons.

"20,000 Patties Under the Sea" will air on Nickelodeon in 2008.

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What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Solo Faces Ashtray
From: KISSmuseum.com

Solid glass ashtray with curved, spherical tray. Great to use as a coin dish or just a work of art.

$9.95 at KISSmuseum.com





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Paul Films Interview For DVD
From: PaulStanley.com

On Saturday, Paul filmed an interview for "the making of" section of his LIVE TO WIN LIVE DVD. The photo was taken in Paul's house during the interview.




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2007 Indianapolis KISS Expo March 31st!
From: Get A Life Inc

Get A Life Inc presents the 2007 INDY KISS Expo. Get ready for another great KISS Expo! The KISS Expo will take place at the Holiday Inn Indianapolis East, 6990 East 21st St. For hotel rooms - call 317-359-5341 and ask for the special KISS Expo rate which is $79.

The 2007 Indianapolis KISS Expo will be held Saturday March 31st from 1:00PM to 8:00PM(12:00PM for VIP holders).

Special Guests include BRUCE KULICK (KISS, Grand Funk Railroad and ESP) and the ultimate KISS tribute band Mr. Speed. Bruce will be doing a Q/A and will be available for autographs and photos. Mr. Speed will provide a rousing setlist that covers all eras of the greatest band ever!

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KISS Frontman Diversifies
From: North Jersey Media Group


Paint used to be PAUL STANLEY's mask, a coat that simultaneously brought him fame and shielded him from his fans.

For the better part of 30 years, Stanley crisscrossed the country wearing a layer of white on his face, slathers of red on his lips and a black star around his right eye. He would hit the stage in black spandex, his buddy Gene would spit blood, and his band would pledge to rock-and-roll all night ... and party ev-uh-ree day.

Paint carried Stanley and the three other makeup-clad members of KISS from one packed house to another, from one continent to another, from one collection of screaming fans to another. It helped Stanley carve out his onstage identity.

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Sydney PAUL STANLEY Tribute / Launch Party Review
From: KISS Army Australia


What a fantastic night we had in Sydney on Saturday. All of the Sydney KISS ARMY DIEHARDS that I expected to see, where there plus many more .

The night started off with a EXCLUSIVE video from Paul to his fans in Australia , He just wanted to let us all know that he is looking forward to touring in Australia and he cant wait to get here. He talked about the songs he was going to sing and the reason he is doing the tour !

It was fantastic and felt so up close and personal.

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PAUL STANLEY Australian Ticket Sales
From: KISSArmy Australia


If any Australian members of the KISS ARMY want premium tickets to any of PAUL STANLEY’s Solo Tour in Australia which kicks off on the 11th April 2007 they can join up on www.kissarmyaustralia.com now to get a secret password emailed to them so they can quote the secret number when tickets go on sale this Tuesday from 12PM Australian Eastern Standard Time so that they get the best seats in the house before they go on sale to the general public. Hurry up so you wont get disappointed.

Premium tickets compromise of Front row seats, backstage pass for meet and greet & photo with Paul after the show, signed stuff & merchandise pack.

Premium tickets $250 and are strictly 20 per show

Other categories are : GOLD $140, SILVER $115 , BRONZE $89

Regards

George Xirocostas

KISS Army Australia





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KISS Kids Take 1st Place
From: KISSOnline

Just wanted to let you know that my son and his three friends lip synched as KISS at their school. They performed "Detroit Rock City" and won first place! They're very excited about winning and wanted me to send you a picture of them.

In the photo Blake is Paul, Luke is Gene, and Shaun is Ace.

Angie





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What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Lighter Necklace
From: KISSmuseum.com


All-metal construction. This refillable lighter features a long, detachable metal necklace. Comes complete in a metal gift box.

$14.95 at KISSmuseum.com





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Gene And Paul Receive Award
From: KISSOnline

Here's a photo of Paul and Gene with their 5X Platinum Awards for KISSOLOGY Vol. 1.






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PAUL STANLEY In Burrn Magazine
From: Burrn Magazine

PAUL STANLEY is the cover story in Burrn Magazine's March 2007 Issue. The issue hits the stands on February 5.






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ESP Live at the Marquee DVD
From: KISSmuseum.com

ESP captured live and unaltered on April 21, 2006. Eric, Bruce, John and Chuck play an explosive set at the sold-out Marquee club in Sydney Australia. The band cranks out 8 classic KISS tunes as well as a host of other favorites.

Watch the trailer here.

DO YOUR OWN THING
WATCHIN' YOU
UNHOLY
LOVE (I DON'T NEED IT ANYMORE)
FOUR DAY CREEP
JUNGLE
NOTHIN' TO LOSE
WAR MACHINE
JUMP THE SHARK
BORN TO RAISE HELL
FREE RIDE
POWER TO THE MUSIC
BLACK DIAMOND
WE'RE AN AMERICAN BAND
I LOVE IT LOUD
DOMINO
SMOKIN' IN THE BOYS ROOM

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Stanley's KISS And Tell
From: Herald Sun


You're touring your first solo album in 28 years, Live to Win. How is it playing without wearing make-up and no special effects?

Surprisingly for some, there's arguably more power than some of the arena shows we do with KISS. There's nothing there to confuse anyone as to what the source of the power is. It's deadly good fun. This whole tour has reconnected for me why I got into music in the first place. I remember going to concerts as a kid, seeing Jimi Hendrix or Led Zeppelin playing for a couple of thousand people. It wasn't about big-stage presentations, it was about big belief in music.

The setlist contains a handful of solo songs and many KISS songs.

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