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Novemember 2007 News

Page updated on Novemember 30, 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.

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From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 30, 2007

On Friday, December 7 beginning at 9 PM ET/PT VH1 Classic is giving KISS fans the chance to pre-order the "KISSology Volume 3" four DVD set during VH1 Classic's "KISSmas," prior to hitting stores. The pre-sale will coincide with over 24 hours of KISS programming on VH1 Classic. Through December 9 at 12 midnight, fans can purchase "KISSology Volume 3" by visiting http://www.kissmas.vh1classic.com

Those who purchase "KISSology Volume 3" will be given the opportunity to submit a 'KISSmas' card to the band and have their message appear on VH1 Classic throughout the 24 hours of KISS programming.

KISS programming to air throughout the day on VH1 Classic include KISSology Volume 1 Concert - KISS Live at the Summit in Houston, 1977, KISSology Volume 2 Concert - KISS Live from Sydney, Australia, 1980, KISSology Volume 3 Concert - KISS Live from LA, Halloween 1998, "KISS Unplugged," and "KISSology: Volume 2 Special."

From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: November 29, 2007

Paul will appear on TV on WPTV-NBC 5 (Palm Beach) "live" in-studio on Friday, November 30th during the 6 a.m. (EST) hour.

A radio interview with Paul will air tomorrow - Friday, November 30th between 7 a.m . and 10 a.m EST. on the Paul & Young Ron Show on Big 105.9 FM (Miami's Classic Rock Station) and Gater 98.7 FM (The Classic Rock Station for West Palm Beach). To listen to the show on Friday go to their website http://www.paulandyoungron.com and pick a station to listen "LIVE."

The Other Side Of The Coin Book
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 28, 2007

The Other Side Of The Coin is a compilation of previously published interviews and articles from the KISSFAQ website (though some in their original unedited format). It also includes additions to material previously published in the "KISS Album Focus" trilogy, and some unpublished material. The unpublished material includes unused magazine articles, sections originally cut from the "KISS Album Focus" books, the "Rock And Roll Over" Tour Focus, and updated "KISS Family Trees" and "KISS Concertology, 2002 -2007.

This series of books by Julian Gill is by far one of the most informative and favorite resources for KISS fans world-wide. Gill does not disappoint with his 5th installment.

336 pages - paperback

$18.50 at KISSmuseum.com

From: Hollywood.com
Posted: November 28, 2007

Pictured are Tracy Tweed, GENE SIMMONS and Shannon Tweed at the GENE SIMMONS Roast held last night (Tuesday November 27) at the Key Club on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California. Hollywood.com has posted other exclusive photos from the event, a benefit for "Wounded Warriors," at www.hollywood.com

The Roast was hosted by comedian Jeffrey Ross and was taped by A&E to air sometime in April 2008. Among the celebrities and comedians that appeared were Brian Poshen, Carrot Top, Dave Navarro, Craig Gass, Danny Bonaduce, Eddie Griffin, Fred Armisen, Jim Norton, John Heffron, Lisa Lampanelli, Ralphie May, Shannon Tweed and Steve-O.

From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 28, 2007

The new 2008 Winter KISS merchandise catalog is now available. 32 pages of full-color. Over 400 KISS items including 90 new items! The catalog is FREE, all you pay is $1.48, the cost of first class postage within the United States, (foreign postage is extra). Your catalog will be mailed out within 24 hours of ordering.

A great way to Christmas shop for any KISS fan, or just as a reference, this is a great catalog to have at hand.

You may also visit our Christmas KISS Store at www.KISSmuseum.com. We offer guaranteed Christmas delivery and FREE postage for orders over $55.

From: GeneSimmons.com
by Corrina Lawson
Posted: November 27, 2007

Tom Waltz of IDW, writer of Children of the Grave, talks about working with Simmons to bring Zipper to life, how a military veteran ended up an IDW editor, and his future projects.

Sequential Tart: How did GENE SIMMONS become involved in creating a comic property for IDW?

Tom Waltz: I wasn't involved with the early talks with GENE SIMMONS regarding the Simmons Comics Group imprint, but my understanding is that IDW approached Gene about doing KISS comics, but KISS was already looking at Platinum Studios for that title. Instead, Gene mentioned he had plans to do his own imprint, comprised of his own non-KISS titles, and things moved forward from there. Again, this is my understanding. IDW Editor-in-Chief Chris Ryall would probably be the best person to get specific details from regarding the deal.
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From: LiveToJam.com
by Tony
Posted: November 26, 2007

I posted another clip from the KISS forever DVD. BRUCE KULICK demonstrating his Pedal Board

http://www.livetojam.com/kulick.html

From: Palm Beach Illustrated
by Liza Grant Smith
Posted: November 26, 2007

For the better part of three decades, the canvas PAUL STANLEY was best known for painting was his own face. As a front man for the legendary rock band KISS, Paul has been electrifying audiences in his signature spandex and platform boots since the band’s debut in the mid-1970s. These days, however, he has discovered another artistic passion, one that requires much more personal insight and much less personal makeup. His growing collection of original paintings, which began as a cathartic journey, has ended up resonating with art lovers, collectors and critics alike and earned him a whole new audience of devoted fans.

PBI: What led you down this latest road of artistic expression?

STANLEY: Divorce will jolt you in ways you may not expect. My best friend told me that I needed to paint. He seemed to feel I needed a release—and he was right. I went out and bought canvases and brushes and basically started on an emotional journey, a way to discover in myself things that were going on and put them on canvas. Kind of like stream-of-consciousness, but instead of words, using color and texture.
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From: mySpace.com
Posted: November 26, 2007

Paul posted condolences to the family of Kevin DuBrow in a bulletin from his mySpace page.

The bulletin reads: "Kevin DuBrow, lead singer of QUIET RIOT has passed. He will be missed by many. My prayers go out to his family."

From: KISSOnline
Photos by Doug Cataldo.
Posted: November 26, 2007

As promised, here are some additional photos from Saturday's Chicago KISS Fan Fest. Saturday was a quite a day for KISS fans in the Windy City!

Highlights of the day included:

- A surprise appearance from KISS Guitarist TOMMY THAYER.
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From: Moscow Rock City
Posted: November 25, 2007

Just to remember ERIC CARR, Russian cover-band Moscow Rock City is playing a tribute concert in honor of Eric. It's going to be a free event, so that all Moscow KISS/Eric fans may attend and share their memories together by watching some videos on the screen and hearing some KISS/Eric music as well.

From: KISSOnline
Photos by Doug Cataldo
Posted: November 24, 2007

TOMMY THAYER made a surprise visit to the Chicago KISS Fan Fest!

The event opened at noon with the announcement that KISSONLINE would be raffling off a TOMMY THAYER autographed Rock the Nation tour book at 2pm. When the raffle was held, the winner, 12 year old Brandon Kisereu, came up on stage to get his prize and asked why it was not signed. We told him we'd take care of that - and then the side door opened and Tommy came onto the stage. The crowd went crazy! You could see the look of shock on people's faces - it was quite a moment!

After signing Brandon's tour book, Tommy explained that he was in Chicago for Thanksgiving and wanted to stop by and thank the fans for all of their support! He then spent the next 45 minutes answering all kinds of questions from the crowd. Topics included ERIC CARR, Black 'n' Blue, a salute to the US Troops, the recent KISS trio concert, and of course many KISS questions! One fan told Tommy how much they appreciated him taking time out of visiting with relatives to spend some time with the fans - with that the crowd applauded again!
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From: KISS Asylum
Posted: November 24, 2007

16 years ago today ERIC CARR passed away.

He is gone but never forgotten.

From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 23, 2007

Here's a advertisement for KISS' performance at the Grand Prix in Australia next March!

KISS will perform their full concert extravaganza for race fans on a specially erected stage, just after the FORMULA 1 race on Sunday, 16 March.

While everyone with a valid Grand Prix ticket for Sunday March 16 will be able to watch the concert, a limited number of tickets named "KISS Pole Position" will be available in a reserved general admission area at the front of the stage for $149 inclusive - $50 more than the standard general admission ticket price. Patrons in this area will receive a souvenir KISS 2008 FORMULA 1 ING Australian Grand Prix ticket and lanyard on entry to the "KISS Pole Position" area.

Patrons with corporate, grandstand or standard general admission tickets valid for Sunday will be able to purchase a $50 upgrade voucher for the "KISS Pole Position" area while space lasts.

"KISS Pole Position" tickets for the reserved general admission area will go on sale to the general public on Friday, 30 November from Ticketek - 131 931 or www.ticketek.com.au.

From: GeneSimmons.com
Posted: November 22, 2007

Here are some photos of Gene with Bruce Willis, Steven Stills, Tom Arnold, and the girls.

The photos were taken at the opening of the new Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas.
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KISS Army Cycling Jersey
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 21, 2007

Raglan Club Cut with 3/4 Hidden Zipper and 3 Rear Pockets 100% Prosensor Advanced Moisture Transfer and Comfort Technology.

$79.95 at KISSmuseum.com

GENE SIMMONS Interview - Online
From: WZLX
Posted: November 21, 2007

The Demon himself calls into the Karlson & McKenzie show on Boston's WZLX.

The audio is available at http://www.wzlx.com/topic/play_window.php?audioType=Episode&audioId=1132394

The Art Of Rock 'N Roll
From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: November 20, 2007

Wentworth Gallery, one of the nation's leading fine art retailers, is proud to present two new art exhibitions by artist and rock icon PAUL STANLEY. The KISS front man will present his work at two special appearances at the Wentworth Galleries on January 4 and 5 in Garden City. Both appearances are open to the public and free of charge.

PAUL STANLEY's Wentworth Gallery Appearances

Friday – January 4, 2008 6-9 PM
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Gene At The American Music Awards
From: KISSOnline
photo from ABC.go.com
Posted: November 20, 2007

Here's a photo of Gene on stage last night at the 2007 American Music Awards. He presented the Favorite Female Artist Award to Fergie.

CLICK HERE to view more photos of Gene from the Awards.

'Celebrity Apprentice' includes Playmate, KISS bassist
From: Associated Press
by Frazier Moore
Posted: November 20, 2007

At a locked-down news conference in Manhattan last month, the cast for "Celebrity Apprentice" was introduced to members of the press. Everyone was sworn to secrecy.

Now the secret can be told, says NBC, which made public Monday the names of the cast members.

Not that they need any introduction. Not all of them, anyway.
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PAUL STANLEY's Art
From: UNrated Magazine
Posted: November 19, 2007

Wentworth Gallery, whose more than 30 retail galleries spanning the US in 12 different states, also offer 'home show' service where they'll bring up to twenty pieces of their art to your home. Throughout this year nationwide, Wentworth Galleries has hosted 14 exhibitions of KISS front-man PAUL STANLEY's work.

Mindy Tiberi, Wentworth Gallery Director in Schaumburg, Illinois, comments on Paul's Art & appearances:

"PAUL STANLEY has a very strong fan base so his fans may start out wanting a piece of his art but they quickly realize that his art offers them a whole other dimension of his creativity and they start collecting. We also have many non-KISS fans who have no idea who PAUL STANLEY is and they see the work hanging at Wentworth Gallery and love it and buy it," said Tiberi when asked about PAUL STANLEY's show at Wentworth Gallery. She went on to say: "Paul is very devoted to all his fans. He came in right on time and stayed until he met with everyone who acquired one of his paintings or prints. I don't think he even took a break. He signed personal dedications for the art that was selected and posed for photos and everyone had a blast."

KISSology 3 At Chicago Fan Fest
From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 19, 2007

Great news for KISS fans attending Saturday's Chicago Expo - VH1 Classics is allowing KISSONLINE to premier three tracks from KISSOLOGY 3 at the event! The tracks that will be played are - "Shout It Out Loud", "Black Diamond", and "Rock And Roll All Nite" - from KISS' 1998 Halloween Show at Dodgers Stadium!

In addition to the KISSOLOGY 3 Clips - LIVE TO DREAM!, an insider's glimpse into the creative process of PAUL STANLEY and his new concert film LIVE TO WIN Live, will be premiered at the Chicago KISS Fan Fest too!

Former KISS guitarist BRUCE KULICK is the special guest and will perform many of his classic KISS solos live! Bruce will also be available for autographs and photos throughout the day.
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KISS' GENE SIMMONS Comes Out Of The Phone Booth
From: The Washington Post
by Sridhar Pappu
Posted: November 19, 2007

Depending on your age, you think of GENE SIMMONS as the painted, long-tongued leader of KISS or as the father on the A&E program "GENE SIMMONS Family Jewels," which shows his real life with longtime love and former Playboy playmate Shannon Tweed and their two children.

Less known is GENE SIMMONS, comic book freak. Recently we called upon Simmons, 58, who publishes his own line of comics, to talk about his passionate relationship with Superman.

Q: What's your deal with Superman?
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Additional ACE FREHLEY Dates Announced
From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 18, 2007

ACE FREHLEY has scheduled the following concert dates in December:

Dec. 27 - Jaxx - Springfield, VA
Dec. 28 - Jaxx - Springfield, VA
Dec. 29 - The Norva - Norfolk, VA
Dec. 31 - Crocodile Rock - Allentown, PA

Tickets are available now for the 3 Virginia shows via www.Ticketmaster.com.

Tickets for the New Years Eve show in Allentown, PA are available at www.crocodilerockcafe.com

ACE FREHLEY Tickets On Sale November 17th
From: Bobby in Maryland
Posted: November 16, 2007

Tickets go on sale November 17, 2007 for 3 solo shows of original KISS guitarist ACE FREHLEY. Two shows at Jaxx Nightclub in Springfield VA on 12/27 and 12/28 and a third at The Norva in Norfolk VA on 12/29. If the recent Halloween show in NYC is any indicator, these tickets will go fast.

Contact the clubs or Ticketmaster here.

Avantasia - Lost In Space Available Now
From: Eric-Singer.com
Posted: November 16, 2007

The two "Lost In Space" EPs of Tobias Sammet's Avantasia have been released, each for the price of a CD single. ERIC SINGER has not only been the drummer but he also sings the lead vocals for Lucifer's Friend's classic Rock anthem "Ride The Sky" on "Lost In Space part 1"

For the video clip of "Lost In Space" follow this link

To watch the Electronic Press Kit click here.
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GENE SIMMONS Zipper #2
From: PaperbackReader.com
by Dan Head
Posted: November 16, 2007

Written by Tom Waltz
Pencils by Casey Maloney
Inks by Marc Rueda
Colors by Dusty Yee
Letters by Neil Uyetake
Published by IDW, 22 pages for $3.99

I was more than psyched to get the advanced look at IDW’s Zipper #2, and so far this is a series that doesn’t disappoint. Zipper follows alien outlaw refugee Xeng Ral as he escapes the collective consciousness of his world for the wild urban individualism of Detriot. This second issue sees Xeng start to build personal relationships with some of Detriot’s less desirable residents while introducing a pair of subplots that are interesting and well-conceived if somewhat obvious given the story’s high-concept.

The more I read of Tom Waltz’s writing, the more I like it. For one thing, Waltz has a good ear. His characters speak believable urban Detroit slang that’s neither over-wrought nor over-generalized. Each character has his own voice, which is an astonishing feat given the way most writers write inner-city slang. And then too, this is a book with a slow burn plot that has still found a way to be exciting in its early issues. We’re decidedly still in the first act of the book’s first arc, and yet we’ve already seen sex, violence, and violent sex… basically all the things you’d expect to see out of a comic inspired by the imagination of KISS front man GENE SIMMONS.
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Florida Art Shows
From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: November 16, 2007

Paul will make two special appearances at the following Wentworth Gallery locations in Florida:

Friday November 30, 2007
Wentworth Gallery -- The Gardens
3101 PGA Blvd
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
561-624-0656

Saturday December 1, 2007
Wentworth Gallery -- Town Center Mall
517 Town Center Mall
Boca Raton, FL 33431
561-338-0804

KISSology 3 General Market Bonus Disc
From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 16, 2007

Pictured is the actual printing proof for the front and back cover of the "general market" bonus disc for KISSOLOGY 3. This is the infamous "first reunion performance" on 6/15/96 at the KROQ WEENIE ROAST!

This bonus disc will be carried by all independent stores (e.g.: Amoeba, Bull Moose, Dimple, Down In The Valley, Electric Fetus, Independent, J&R, Looney Tunes, Newbury, Plan 9, Rolling Stone, Salzers, Silver Platters, Twist & Shout, Vintage Vinyl, Waterloo, Zias, etc.) as well as national accounts (like Amazon, Borders, Circuit City, FYE, Hastings, Target, Virgin, etc). Stay tuned for more KISSOLOGY 3 DETAILS! IN STORES DECEMBER 18TH!

Track listing from KISS - KROQ WEENIE ROAST - IRVINE MEADAOWS AMPHITHEATER IRVINE, CA 6/15/96 is:

"Deuce", "Love Gun", "Cold Gin", "Calling Dr. Love", "Firehouse", "Shock Me", "100,000 Years", "Detroit Rock City", "Black Diamond" and "Rock And Roll All Nite".

THE COUNT DOWN TO KISSOLOGY 3 CONTINUES!

Unedited Backstage Footage 1997
From: KISSfucco
Posted: November 15, 2007

Amazing unedited backstage footage from Iowa 1997. Ace does an in-depth interview and then is joined by the rest of the band. Then they all take to the stage to perform Deuce! Absolutely amazing quality and content!

Watch the video at http://youtube.com/watch?v=qPjLrZUYkME

What's New In KISS Collecting
Infant And Kid's Clothes
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 15, 2007

New line of 14 kid-sized 100% cotton onesie and T-shirts for your little rocker. Remember to buy them big as kids grow fast!

$14.95 to $16.50 at KISSmuseum.com

Vegas Fantasy Camp
From: Kulick.net
by BRUCE KULICK (art by Joe Petrucio)
Posted: November 14, 2007

What an exciting couple of weeks I have just had! Besides my traveling with Grand Funk, I just returned from the Fantasy Camp in Las Vegas, so I have much to share with you all.

Let me start with my visit at the Las Vegas Rock N Roll Fantasy Camp. I was hoping I could be a full counselor at this 10 Year Anniversary camp, but because of two shows for Grand Funk I thought I would miss attending. As it turned out, my fellow counselor buddy Mark Slaughter had one day he could not work the camp because of a prior commitment, so that was perfect for me to come into Vegas before my GFR shows and have a day and a half working the camp in his place.

Read the entire recap at Kulick.net

What's New In KISS Collecting
Demon Child T-Shirt
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 14, 2007

100% cotton shirt for your little Demon. Always order kid's shirts big as they grow fast!

$19.95 at KISSmuseum.com

Washburn PAUL STANLEY Preacher Series
From: GuitarNoise.com
Posted: November 14, 2007

Washburn Guitars today announced the the addition of the very cool looking Preacher Guitar to the PAUL STANLEY Signature Series. The shape is like a Les Paul with a bit of KISS attitude thrown in! The PAUL STANLEY Preacher comes in four models and the PS9200WH pictured left is the top of the line deluxe guitar Paul has been playing on tour which is crafted in the Washburn custom shop along with the PS9000 and comes with Art deco headstock inlays, Seymour Duncan Pearly Gates pickups and is available in black and white.

"What I wanted to do in designing the Preacher was to create a new guitar with an old soul," said PAUL STANLEY of KISS. "In essence, a historical classic that could have, but never actually existed. The design incorporates all the features, tone and spirit of an old iconic guitar but with better neck access and a unique take on a familiar shape. I was determined to retain all the characteristics that made a legendary guitar the gold standard for the last 50 years and yet create something new, unique and improved. I like to call it 'history with an attitude.'"

Click here to view the entire Washburn PAUL STANLEY Signature Series.

What's New In KISS Collecting
Hard Rock Cafe Door Pin
From: KISSmuseum
Posted: November 13, 2007

Hard Rock Cafe pin with an opening door that reveals a GENE SIMMONS image. All-metal construction. 2" tall. Limited edition of 500.

$21.95 at KISSmuseum.com

Ticket Presale For Grand Prix Show Available To KISS Army Members
From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 13, 2007

KISS Army members will have access to the "KISS Pole Position" tickets before they go on sale to the general public. The KISS Army pre-sale starts at noon on Wednesday November 14 2007 (local Melbourne time). At that time, a special link to the pre-sale will be posted on a password protected portion of KISSonline.com.

To access the presale link Premium KISS Army Members should go to the link below at noon on Wednesday November 14 2007 (local Melbourne time) and log in with your KISS ARMY User Name and Password:

http://www2.kissonline.com/service.php?module=tickets.

It is recommended that KISS Army Fan Club Members pre-register to be a My Ticketek member well before the presale starts, enabling them to purchase tickets online.

Fan club members can register at any time HERE.
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KISS ARMY AUSTRALIA Christmas Party and Expo 2007
From: KISSArmy Australia
Posted: November 13, 2007

The KISS ARMY AUSTRALIA fan club is proud to announce their first annual Christmas Party and Mini-expo. KISS ARMY AUSTRALIA in conjunction with KISSTERIA - The Australian KISS Show, will be holding this monumental event on Saturday 22nd December 2007 at the Forest Inn Hotel in Bexley, Sydney NSW.

Playing all your favourites, Live & Unplugged !

KISS Karaoke
Prizes to be given away
KISS Merchandise & Memorabilia on display
KISS dvds will be played on 3 big screens throughout the night
Come dressed as your favourite KISS band member
Make sure you clear your calendar, get your grease paint out and get ready to Rock N Roll all nite.
Tickets will be $10 - do not miss out !

A map to the venue is here

KISS To Rock F1 Grand Prix
From: Yahoo News
Posted: November 13, 2007

American band KISS will set tongues wagging when they rock the 2008 Formula One Grand Prix in Melbourne next March.

The band, made up of singer GENE SIMMONS, guitarists PAUL STANLEY and TOMMY THAYER, and drummer ERIC SINGER, will fly to Australia especially for the Grand Prix, which runs from March 13 to 16.

Kiss, best known for its trademark face paint and stage outfits, will perform a full concert for race fans on a specially erected stage to close the Formula One race on Sunday, March 16.
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Lydia Criss On Maximum Threshold
From: MaximumThreshold.net
Posted: November 13, 2007

Lydia Criss, the ex-wife of PETER CRISS, will be on the Maximum Threshold Radio Show http://maximumthreshold.net this Saturday night. If you would like to speak with Lydia or send her message you can via the chatroom on Maximum Threshold's website. You have to be registered on the site to interact with Lydia and the hosts of the show Dom and Dan.

KISSfanatics who are looking for a little behind the scenes should check this interview out. Lydia holds nothing back. She has released her new book about her dealing with KISS over the years and this show should be very enjoyable.

Also on the show will be a runner up from the Brett Michael’s Rock of Love show Lacey Connor. Lacey also has a metal band called Nocturne which she is very active in. We look forward to hearing from Lacey also on Saturday night.

The show starts at 8pm EST Saturday and will be a live video stream held on the frontpage of the MaximumThreshold.net website

Billboard Q&A: GENE SIMMONS
From: Billboard
by Anthony Bruno, Denver
Posted: November 12, 2007

GENE SIMMONS is a busy man. The legendary KISS founder fills his time with a variety of projects. There's filming for "GENE SIMMONS Family Jewels," the reality show entering its third season on A&E. And there's an animated show on Nickelodeon called "My Dad the Rock Star."

Simmons is writing his third book -- "Ladies of the Night," a "personal and historical overview" on the profession of prostitution -- coming this spring via his own publishing company, Simmons Books. He also has Simmons Comics, with three comic book series based on characters he's created. The list goes on.

And if that weren't enough, Simmons manages a host of efforts with partner Richard Abramson as part of Simmons Abramson Marketing. Of those is NGTV.com, a popular video Web site featuring uncensored celebrity interviews and music videos in which Simmons is both the chairman and an investor.
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What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Cold Gin Shot Glass
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 12, 2007

Set of 4 shot glasses each with their own recipe on the back, one for each member of the band. Packaged in an incredible display box.

$23.95 at KISSmuseum.com

ESP To Perform At Expo Rock
From: Expo Rock
Posted: November 12, 2007

Just announced Expo Rock (www.exporock.net) will include a live performance by ESP (ERIC SINGER, BRUCE KULICK, John Corabi and Chuck Garric) at the VIVE Cuervo Salon (Salon 21) in Mexico City on Friday December 14th 9:00 PM, tickets are available at: www.ticketmaster.com.mx.

Bill Aucoin Interview Avaliable Online
From: Rock And Roll Geek Show
Posted: November 11, 2007

The Rock And Roll Geek Show posted an interview with former KISS manager Bill Aucoin on the Rock and Roll Geek Show Podcast Website at http://www.rockandrollgeek.com. Bill discusses his latest project, the Finnish rock group Lordi, as well as Starz, KISS and more.

Photos Of Gene In Las Vegas
From: ExpoSay.com
photos by Erik Kabik
Posted: November 11, 2007

Here are some photos from Gene's recent appearance in Las Vegas.

Gene performed live with big band Royal Crown Revue at The Joint located inside the Hard Rock Casino.

The performance was filmed and for upcoming episodes of "GENE SIMMONS Family Jewels" show.
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KISS At Westpac Stadium
From: The Dominion Post
Posted: November 10, 2007

The veteran rock band KISS - best known for garish make-up, outrageous costumes and pyrotechnic stage effects - is to play Wellington's Westpac Stadium as part of a giant two-day rock festival.

At least three other big-name overseas acts - yet to be announced - will also perform in the Rock2Wgtn festival in the stadium next Easter, March 22 and 23.

It will be the first time the stadium has hosted bands over two days. Promoter Phil Sprey, who brought Sir Elton John to the stadium last year, would not elaborate on the other acts, but said: "They're all big acts. KISS is just the only one (named) so far."
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Live To Dream! At Chicago KISS Fest
From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: November 10, 2007

We're excited to announce that LIVE TO DREAM!, an insider's glimpse into the creative process of PAUL STANLEY and his new concert film LIVE TO WIN Live, will be premiered at the Chicago KISS Fan Fest on Saturday, November 24! LIVE TO DREAM! director D.P. Carlson and LIVE TO WIN Live director Louis Antonelli - will attend the Fest for a Q&A with the fans.

Click here to view a clip of LIVE TO DREAM!

Additionally, former KISS guitarist BRUCE KULICK will perform many of his classic KISS solos live at the Fest! Bruce will also be available for autographs and photos throughout the day.
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KISS: 'Lick It Up DVD Now Scheduled For Release In December
From: Blabbermouth.net
Posted: November 10, 2007

According to KissNews.de, KISS' "Lick It Up" DVD is currently scheduled for a December 18 release via Universal Music. Amazon.de is currently accepting pre-orders for the title BUT ONLY IN THE REGION 2 FORMAT - not compatible with most DVD players sold in the US and Canada..

The set, which has had its projected release date changed several times, will feature the following tracks:

01. I Love It Loud
02. Rise to It
03. All Hell's Breaking Loose
04. Heaven's On Fire
05. Thrills in The Night
06. Tears are Falling
07. Who Wants to Be Lonley
08. Uh! All Night
09. Reason To Live
10. Turn On The Night
11. Crazy Crazy Nights
12. Let's Put The X in Sex
13. Rock Hard
14. Forever
15. Unholy
16. Domino
17. Every Time I Look At You
18. God Gave Rock & Roll to You

GENE Live In Vegas TONIGHT!
From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 9, 2007

Gene will perform live with big band Royal Crown Revue tonight - Friday, November 9 - at The Joint located inside the Hard Rock Casino in Las Vegas. The performance featuring Gene with Royal Crown Revue will be filmed and for upcoming episodes of "GENE SIMMONS Family Jewels" show.

Gene's show will take place at Beacher’s Madhouse located in The Joint at the famous Hard Rock Casino in Las Vegas. Doors open at 9 PM. with a red carpet entrance and the entertainment is set to begin at 10 PM.

KISS Rocking To Wellington
From: NewstalkZB
Posted: November 8, 2007

Plans have been announced for a two-day rock concert at Wellington's Westpac Stadium next Easter. It is being organised by Wellington-based promoter Capital C Concerts, who are already bringing Elton John and Bon Jovi to New Zealand this summer for one-off concerts.

The Wellington gig will feature the band KISS, starring GENE SIMMONS and PAUL STANLEY.

Promoter Phil Sprey says the other acts will be announced shortly, but he is promising a unique Rocktacular, with a landmark special effects package.

Best Buy
KISSology 3 Bonus Disc
From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 8, 2007

Pictured is the actual printing proof for the front and back cover of the Sao Paulo Show bonus disc, which will be available at Best Buy with KISSOLOGY 3.

Track listing from KISS - MONSTERS OF ROCK SAO PAULO, BRAZIL 8/27/94 is:

"Creatures Of The Night", "Deuce", "Parasite", "Unholy", "I Stole Your Love", "Cold Gin", "Watchin' You", "Firehouse", "Got To Choose", "Calling Dr. Love", "Makin' Love", "War Machine", "I Was Made For Lovin' You", "Domino", "Love Gun", "Lick It Up", "God Of Thunder", "I Love It Loud", "Detroit Rock City", "Black Diamond" and "Heaven's On Fire".

THE COUNT DOWN TO KISSOLOGY 3 CONTINUES!

PAUL Guitar Launch
From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: November 8, 2007

Last Saturday - Zellers celebrated the launch of the PAUL STANLEY Washburn Guitar and accessories line at many of their stores across Canada! Here are some pictures from the Zellers location on Davenport Road in Toronto. This store covered the entry doors in KISS posters, had all employees dressed up as KISS members and held a live performance from PAUL STANLEY tribute "Dr Love"!

Three From GENE SIMMONS And IDW Publishing
From: AintItCool.com
by Ambush Bug
Posted: November 8, 2007

DOMINATRIX #1-3
Writer: Sean Taylor
Art: Flavio Hoffe & Esteve Polls

I have to admit, these three issues were mindless fun. Dominique Stern is a dominatrix by trade, but when an especially creepy customer forces her to take a special "super soldier" pill, she becomes a super-heroine and enters a world of mercs, feds, and all-too-real thrills that pale in comparison to the fantasies that play out in her dungeon. Mr. Simmons is keeping the Bad Girl comic alive with this, a surprisingly sensitive comic. I was surprised that the book held out on the T&A until issue three, but the wait paid off in a fun sequence where the Dominatrix takes on a dozen mercs and distracts them with her ample assets. I went into this book with low expectations, so I wasn’t really disappointed with the mindlessness of it all. It’s a fun ride with some semi-fleshed out characters that like to show a lot of flesh and sometimes whip it into submission. Between the three issues two artists were used, which I found to be a bit annoying. This book would benefit from a little consistency in the art department, but is nevertheless entertaining..

ZIPPER #1-2
Writer: Tom Waltz
Art: Casey Maloney & Stacie Ponder
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PAUL STANLEY - The Charismatic KISS Front Man Presents His Collection of Paintings and Limited Editions at Wentworth Gallery
From: Elites TV
Posted: November 8,2007

Wentworth Gallery is pleased to present two art exhibitions by artist, rock icon, and charismatic front man of KISS, PAUL STANLEY. He will make two special appearances at Wentworth Gallery in Palm Beach Gardens, FL and Boca Raton, FL.

For more than thirty years, PAUL STANLEY has reigned supreme as one of the single-most recognizable front men in the history of rock and roll. He's the principal songwriter, driving force and unwavering voice of KISS. A VISIONARY AND TREND SETTER SINCE THE EARLY 1970's, PAUL STANLEY's passion for both the musical and visual arts has perhaps been the key to the astonishing ongoing world phenomenon known as KISS. His artistic and visual input has been seen in his designs of KISS album covers, stages and apparel. As an art major and graduate of the prestigious high school of Music and Art in NYC, Paul has returned to his passion for painting, to share with you the deep emotions his art conveys. PAUL STANLEY creates portraits and abstracts that are emotionally charged compositions. He aims to maximize the direct, physical impact of his paintings through scale, texture, color and simplicity of images.

Friday November 30, 2007
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Happy Birthday TOMMY
From: KISS Asylum
Posted: November 7, 2007

KISS Asylum wishes TOMMY THAYER a happy birthday!

KISS Crossword Puzzle
From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 6, 2007

Check out the KISS Crossword puzzle on page 143 in the new issue of VICE Volume 14, Number 10.

Thanks to Jay Gilbert for sending us a copy of the page.

Ace Peely Report From The ACE FREHLEY Halloween Bash
From: MetalSludge.com
by: Ace Peely
Posted: November 6, 2007

Happy Halloween from Metal Sludge!

Well, it looks like our honorary badwill ambassador C.C. Banana has struck again. As you may recall, the Banana spent last Halloween stalking GENE SIMMONS and PAUL STANLEY up and down the streets of New York City. This year the yellow freak has kept the KISS theme going by attending the annual Eddie Trunk Halloween Bash, featuring a performance by original KISS guitarist ACE FREHLEY! This was Ace's first concert in nearly six years, making the event quite the Halloween hotspot. As usual, C.C. Banana found a way of making his mark on the occasion... mainly by doing something he wasn't supposed to do. We'll let the Banana explain...

Ghoulish Greetings, Metal Spooks!
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ACE FREHLEY Mixes with Jay Messina
From: Manhattan Center Studios
Posted: November 6, 2007

ACE FREHLEY and mix engineer Jay Messina chose Studio 4 to mix new material for Ace's upcoming release. Manhattan Center's Halsey Quemere assisted. Pictured (L-R) are: Ace, Halsey, and Jay.

"GENE SIMMONS" Celebrity Judge On The 2007 National Douchebag Championships
From: YouTube.com
Posted: November 5, 2007

Fred Armisen of Saturday Night Live produces a dead-on parody of the Man of 100 Faces, GENE SIMMONS. Not the Demon Gene, but the more difficult to imitate Family Jewels Gene. Armisen does the facial expressions and banter of the non-makeup Simmons with an eerie similarity like you would not believe. One of the funniest KISS parodies in recent history!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEnOBzGlEcg

KISS Pinball Update
From: KISSOnline
Posted: November 5, 2007

As we previously reported, KISS Licensee ICUP is working on a cool new table top KISS Pinball Machine. Here's an exclusive sneak preview of these new artwork sketches submitted for product approval. After apporoval of these sketches, ICUP will submit colorcomps of the artwork and then pre-production samples. If all goes well in these approval stages, the table top KISS Pinball Machine will be manufactured for sale to the public next year. We'll keep you posted on the status of this item. Stay Tuned!

In the sketch - the top part is the back glass and the bottom part is the playing field.

PAUL Guitar And Accessories
From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: November 4, 2007

The much anticipated PAUL STANLEY Autographed electric guitars and accessories are now available at Zellers and Home Outfitters stores across Canada! All items were designed by Paul himself.

PICTURED:

Limited Edition Washburn black electric guitar, hand-signed by Paul. This guitar features a solid hardwood body with a maple neck, die cast turners and chrome hardware. Comes in an exclusive box with a certificate of authenticity and guitar strap.

The Starchild signature embossed leather case holds 144 picks. Includes 6 double sided sheets, each capable of holding 24 picks. Starchild pick pack featuring 12 medium guitar picks, each with a different Paul image or signature design. Starchild battery and AC powered distortion pedal equipped with bypass stomp switch. PAUL STANLEY black coated, light gauge guitar strings. Feature extra high e-strings with black bottoms and silver tops.

ACE FREHLEY Interview Online
From: EddieTrunk.com
Posted: November 4, 2007

Eddie Trunk's interview with ACE FREHLEY from earlier this month is now available on his Website at: http://www.eddietrunk.com/interviewsindex.php

What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS 1st Album Cycling Jersey
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 4, 2007

Raglan Club Cut with 3/4 Hidden Zipper and 3 Rear Pockets 100% Prosensor Advanced Moisture Transfer and Comfort Technology.

$79.95 at KISSmuseum.com

PAUL STANLEY Sings Sunshine Of Your Love
From: YouTube
Posted: November 4, 2007

A clip of PAUL STANLEY singing Cream's "Sunshine Of Your Love" during the "Rock And Roll Fantasy Camp" (September 3, 2007) is available on You Tube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-78NzsHJRTA

What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Baby Bibs
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 3, 2007

Baby bibs for your young rocker. One size fits all. Buy them both for a special low price!

$12.50 each or both for only $22.95 at KISSmuseum.com

Bill Baker's ACE FREHLEY ARCHIVES November Update
From: TheAceFrehleyArchive.com
Posted: November 2, 2007

Bill Baker is back with a November update to his ACE FREHLEY Archives website.

I've just added a new live Ace video clip of "Breakout" from Hammerjacks in Baltimore, MD 1992. This clip has been remastered with stereo audio by ACE FREHLEY Archives website designer Matt C.

I've also started a special ACE FREHLEY Archives Youtube page - http://www.youtube.com/AceFrehleyArchive . Here you can find some clips from my Ace Archive along with few special Youtube only clips. The first clip on offer is "Shot Full Of Rock" from Hammerjacks thats been remastered again by Matt C. The second is a rare clip from my Fractured Mirror bands rehearsal before the 1998 NY KISS Expo. Fractured Mirror is performing "Torpedo Girl" in this clip. There's also some video of my recent trip to California where I visited my friend Dickie Peterson of BLUE CHEER now on Youtube. I recently built him a bass and personally delivered it. Please check it out!

We are going to be working on some more Youtube only exclusive clips in the near future. So please keep checking back. And yes, I'm still working on the book!

For all things Ace please check out http://www.theacefrehleyarchive.com and http://www.youtube.com/AceFrehleyArchive

ACE Halloween Recap
From: EddieTrunk.com
by Eddie Trunk
Posted: November 2, 2007

Sorry for the late report, still recovering and catching up from the big show Wed night. Everything went well and the response to the event and Ace's set has all been positive.

The night started with comics Jim Norton, Jim Florentine and Don Jamieson joining me on stage to judge the costume contest, won by Ace "Peely". There was a slight delay in Ace getting on stage due to some minor technical issues, but he finally got on around 10PM. Ace's new band consists of bassist Anthony Esposito (Lynch Mob) and drummer/vocalist Scott Coogan (Brides Of Destruction). Rythmn guitar was handled by Derek. Ace was in great form, healthy, sober and playing and singing great. Many said this was one of the best solo performances they have ever seen from him and I agree.

Read the entire recap at www.eddietrunk.com

What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Mini-Baseball Bat
From: KISSmuseum
Posted: November 2, 2007

Wooden mini-baseball bat. 18 long and covered with incredible KISS graphics!

$9.95 at KISSmuseum.com

My Love Letter To KISS
From: 52ndcity.com
by Jim Ousley
Posted: November 2, 2007

If there has been one constant in my life so far, it would have to come down to being asked the same question, time and time again. "Why in the hell are you so into KISS?" friends would invariably ask. The emphasis of course is on the 'why,' usually emphasized to enhance the complete and utter incredulity of what they must assume is some sort of mental condition on my part. I have to admit that, even though the reasons for my fanship seem completely obvious to me, my answers do very little to quell the confusion of those who ask. Full disclosure: I wasn't always an obsessed fan of the hottest band in the land. In fact KISS, particularly the blood-spitting GENE SIMMONS, used to give me horrible nightmares as a little boy. I remember a pretty blonde cousin of mine who asked me to go into her room and fetch a hairbrush for her. Upon turning the light on, I saw four black and white glossy 8X10 photos of Simmons, PAUL STANLEY, PETER CRISS, and ACE FREHLEY staring down at me from her wall. As embarrassing as this is to say now, they scared the living daylights out of me, enough to make me run out of the room and, much to my cousin's chagrin, forget her hair brush in the process. Seizing the opportunity to sufficiently torture me some more, she proceeded to play KISS Alive at such an ear-splitting volume that my bad dreams were now guaranteed to contain a soundtrack to accompany the kabuki-faced visuals.

It wasn't until I picked up a copy of Howard the Duck Number 12 featuring the first ever appearance of KISS in a comic book that I started to really understand what all the fuss was about. Soon after that Howard the Duck stint, the Mighty Marvel Bullpen gave KISS their very own comic which, as a special bonus, contained some of their real blood in the ink. Finally, the band seemed more in line with what my eight year old mind could reasonably process. Once my eyes were opened and my mind was polluted, KISS suddenly seemed like they were everywhere. Their name was emblazoned across denim jackets, on belt buckles, lunchboxes, Halloween masks, and pretty much anything their logo would fit on. It took me awhile, but I was finally on-board with the rest of the world when it came to this unlikely cultural zeitgeist. I even sat in front of the television set in my "Superfriends" pajamas, filled with anticipation and Sugar Pops, ready to watch the 1978 Hanna-Barbara movie "KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park". Sure, it was confusing and weird, and I had absolutely no idea why an allegedly brilliant scientist like Abner Devereaux would think he could rule the world with a bunch of amusement park robots. However, I think it was Charlie Sheen or maybe even PAUL STANLEY himself who said, "why look for meaning where this is none?" Plus, why busy yourself looking for a plot when you can just sit back and watch KISS fight hairy wolf-apes and their own evil robot clones? Pass the KISS Colorforms kit and clown-white makeup, because it was a KISS world, and I was just living in it!

At this point in my journey to becoming a card-carrying member of the KISS Army, my hero worship was grounded squarely in the band’s cartoon image and had nothing to do with their music. In fact, it was not the promise of another new album that excited me as a kid. What excited me was the time we took our Mego KISS action figures in the backyard, took a penny, and decided to scrub off their face paint to see what these guys "looked like without their makeup". Much to our disappointment, they looked just like Barbie’s boyfriend Ken, albeit with longer hair. Eventually of course, the inevitable happened – KISS were temporarily replaced in my little heart by other pop-culture urges competing for my attention and the money I made from mowing lawns and shoveling driveways. Something had to change and KISS, always one step ahead of me, had something up their codpieces that no one expected.
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Ace Videos From Halloween
From: Lisa
Posted: November 1, 2007

I was at Ace's concert last night at the Hard Rock Cafe, and I have some videos up on my Youtube account :) He was amazing!

New York Groove
Guitar Solo
New York, New York/Guitar Solo
Parasite
Covers Medley

I'm only 17 but I've been a huge KISS fan since I was 5
It was great to see Ace again!

What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Plush Blanket
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: November 1, 2007

Huge queen-size plush blanket. Super-high quality thick, plush material covers an enormous 79 x 95. Thats enough to reach from the floor to ceiling of a room, should you want to display it as a tapestry. Brand new item. Totally different than the "throw" that came out years ago. This is an actual plush queen size blanket - much thicker and much, much larger!

$59.95 at KISSmuseum.com

Lynda Carter Sings I Was Made For Loving You
From: Jezebel.com
Posted: November 1, 2007

Lynda Carter (famous for her portrail of Wonder Woman) had a variety show in the late 70's or early 80's.

Below is a clip from it in which she sings "I Was Made for Lovin' You", with dancers in KISS makeup.

Click Here to watch the video

KISS Costumes
From: Sassy3113
Posted: November 1, 2007

Just wanted to send a pic of our FEMALE version of KISS for our halloween costumes!!!

If you want to see more go to www.myspace.com/sassy3113

ACE Halloween Bash Review
From: Diamant Noir
by Adrian Czarny
Posted: Novemeber 1, 2007

As we know, Eddie Trunk's Halloween bash featuring ACE FREHLEY was sold out in less than two days, and the additional tickets sold within hours. The place was packed and the line outside the building grew very fast with time.

The stage was visible right away and featured walls of amplifiers (Marshall's and Frehley's - yes, they had "Frehley's" on them!) and the backdrop that showed a witch with Ace's makeup on a 'rocket'...althought take a good look on the rocket thought. The image on the backdrop was a typical Ace - spacey and funny

The first segment was the costume contest hosted by 3 comedians and Ed Trunk, won by Metal Sludge's CC Banana dressed as "Ace Peeley".
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