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News Archive March 2009
KISS In Peru
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 31, 2009
KISS INTERVIEW ON PERUVIAN TV
Below is a TV interview with Paul and Gene that aired on channel Canal 4 in Lima, Peru.
KISS rocks Lima on April 14!
Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
From: City Scoops Magazine
Posted: March 31, 2009
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame purports to acknowledge those who've changed the face of the genre. But have bias, cronyism and group-think muddled their mission?
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Annex, which opened on December 2, features an exhibit about New York's place in rock and roll history, no doubt designed to remind New Yorkers how much their hometown contributed to this essential musical genre, and also to conjure joyous memories of our collective rock and roll past.
While the exhibit opens with an anomaly - memorabilia from Bruce Springsteen, an artist as closely associated with New York as Bon Jovi, the Meadowlands, and Newark - inside, you can see where the curators' nostalgia lies. The front entrance to CBGB's is recreated as a shrine, featuring the veritable punk institution's awning, phone booth, sound board, tables, chairs, and even walls, all of which will no doubt bring a tear to the eye of anyone who was a regular at the club from 1974-1979, but probably not much after.
Ace Frehley Update
From: AceFrehley.com
Posted: March 30, 2009
Ace wanted me to let you know about an exciting week he's got planned for you, starting with All-New Merchandise arriving today into The Official Ace Frehley Store!!!! Also, check your email in the next couple of days for Ace's first ever video blog AND..... this Thursday, April 2nd, the Hard Rock Cafe will open at the New Yankee Stadium, and guess who's showing up?? Ace Frehley!!! This event will feature the SpaceMan from the Bronx backed by Scott Ian, Frank Bello & Anton Fig performing the classic hit "New York Groove". This grand opening is unfortunately closed to the public.... BUT, get all the pics here at AceFrehley.com.............
and finally......
I've still been getting a lot of questions about the "mystery" song playing on the AceFrehley.com home page. It's called "Know Where You Go" off Anton Fig's record Figments. They recorded it around 5 years ago with Sebastian Bach & Richie Scarlet. You can get the full song & the ringtone to it on iTunes..... The link below will get you there............. Mystery solved!!!!!!!
http://itunes.apple.com/WebObjects/MZStore.woa/wa/viewAlbum?i=6138402&id=6138461&s=143441
Thank you for helping to support Ace Frehley.
Anomaly Track Listing
From: KISSfaq.com
Posted: March 29, 2009
A Library of Congress copyright registration indicates Ace's "Anomaly" album will have the following track-listing:
1. Outer Space
2. Foxy & Free
3. Sister
4. Too Many Faces
5. It's A Great Life
6. Skels
7. A Little Below The Angels
8. Fox On The Run (Sweet Cover)
9. Change The World
10. Pain In the Neck
11. Genghis Khan
12. Fractured Quantum
Additionally, the description states, "Hard Rock musical sound recordings performed by Paul Frehley, publicly known as "Ace Frehley" of Kiss, produced and recorded in Westchester County, New York from 2007-2009 and mixed by Marti Frederiksen for release in the United States."
New Images For The Upcoming KISS Ikons Trading Cards Released Today
From: KISSasylum.com
Posted: March 28, 2009
Just released today are some awesome new and up-to-date images of the new KISS Ikons Trading Cards. 5 cards to a pack and packs will be sold in both the 12-pack Blaster Box or the 24-pack Hobby Box. The Hobby Box will be the one real collectors will want to get as they are guaranteed to contain a full set of the 90 cards plus better odds in finding one of the rare chase cards and subsets. The rare inserts to look for will be the Gene Simmons costume swatch, cards redeemable for autographed 8x10 photos, stickers and tattoos.
All the card sets, boxes and inserts will be available at KISSmuseum.com the day they are released in mid-April. Updates will be posted both there and on KISSasylum.com
Additional photos:
KISS Update: Gene Checks In
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 28, 2009
Today, went through the entire set we intend on playing in the forthcoming SOUTH AMERICAN swing of our KISS Alive 35 World Tour. If you've seen some of the media coming out of S. America, you'll notice we're mostly playing soccer stadiums...and we're told the tix are almost all gone.
Today was a special day -- we all lined up to get Yellow Fever shots. Great. No one was anxious to get stung by a needle, but if that's what it takes for us to get together with 50,000 close friends we'll role up our sleeves.
We've also been recording our first New Studio Album in 11 years!!!. Produced by Paul Stanley. And, having Paul simply decide things, works better. Democracy is highly overrated. Paul is kickin' ass. The material sounds great and Tommy and Eric are in great form.
We have 4 tunes recorded. If you're a fan of our stuff from about 1977, you'll feel right at home. All of us have taken up the songwriting call to arms in the same spirit we once did -- without a care in the world and without outside writers. Nothing to prove to anyone. Just doing what comes naturally. Ignoring fashions, trends and with a personal vow from all of us: no rapping. There are plenty of people out there doing this and they don't need four palefaced guys pretending they're from the hood. Besides, I'm not sure how to correctly pronounce "wassup."
Tommy is finishing his solo tune. Sounds great, I can tell you. And Eric is going to sing on the album.
Most importantly, we are having the time of our lives, and can't wait to see our friends South of the Border.
We hop on our jet April 1st, on the way to gig #1-Santiago.
See you all there...Or maybe later!
KISS Commercials From Argentina
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 27, 2009
Check out these 2 KISS commercials that aired this week on TV in Argentina!
KISS at River Plate Stadium Buenos Aires, Argentina - April 5.
What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Rock And Roll Over Coffee Mug
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: March 26, 2009
New KISS Rock and Roll Over Coffee Mug. Beautiful glazed finish produces a glossy, glass-like finish that shows off the iconic album artwork in a way never before imagined. A truly beautiful piece of art.
$9.95 at KISSmuseum.com
KISS Add Canadian Date
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 25, 2009
KISS will rock the stage at this year's eleventh annual Rogers Bayfest in Sarnia, Canada on Friday, July 10! Regarded as one of the most powerful rock 'n' roll bands of all-time, their milestones are overwhelming...a testament to the band's longevity and unbreakable bond with their fans.
For more info on the FEST visit www.sarniabayfest.com.
Tickets for KISS at Bayfest go on sale to the general public on Saturday, March 28 at 10AM (EDT). A KISS ARMY Members-only ticket presale will run from March 26 at 10AM to March 27 at 10PM (EDT) on KOL.
Both general admission and VIP tickets will be available.
Meet & Greet upgrade packages will also be available starting Thursday March 26 @ 10AM (EDT)
Stay tuned to KOL tonight for additional presale details.
Gene Simmons And Dr. Pepper Team Up
From: GeneSimmons.com
Posted: March 25, 2009
Spent the day with the nice people at Dr. Pepper, who loaded me down with a day's full of press and media. TV, Radio and Print.
Here's the commercial. You'll notice as soon as my Young, Studly Son comes into frame, he steals the show.
Lydia Criss and Bill Baker to Appear at the Gotham Super Collectors Show this Saturday
From: Gotham Super Collectors Show
Posted: March 24, 2009
Both Lydia Criss, author of SEALED WITH A KISS and Bill Baker, author of ACE FREHLEY - THE ULTIMATE FAN SCRAPBOOK will be making guest appearances at the Gotham Super Collectors Show in New York City this Saturday in New York City. Geared toward Comics, Sports Cards, Movie Memorabilia, Japanese Animation and of course Rock and Roll, these two authors will bring that certain KISS flavor to the event! Stop by and meet Lydia and Bill and get a signed copy of their books.
Directions and other info at the Gotham Super Collectors Show website here.
'Gene Simmons In Dr. Peper Ad
From: PR-Newswire/FirstCall
Posted: March 24, 2009
Gene Simmons, aka 'Dr. Love,' to Star as the Latest Dr in the 'Trust Me, I'm a Dr' Ad Campaign for Dr Pepper Cherry
Dr Pepper just got a whole lot smoother with the introduction of the new flavor Dr Pepper Cherry. The exciting new blend combines the great taste of Dr Pepper with the perfect amount of cherry flavor. It's so amazingly smooth; you have to try it to believe it.
"We're excited to offer consumers a smooth new way to enjoy Dr Pepper with the availability of Dr Pepper Cherry," said Allison Methvin, director of marketing for Dr Pepper. "It's a whole new reason to try Dr Pepper."
Dr Pepper has searched the Rock Legends to find its latest pop culture doc, KISS front man Gene Simmons, to introduce new Dr Pepper Cherry. Simmons, who founded the legendary rock band KISS more than 35 years ago, will star in a new commercial, letting fans know that Dr Pepper Cherry has just a KISS of cherry flavor, making it amazingly smooth. Simmons' "Dr. Love" will be the third Dr in the "Trust Me, I'm a Dr" advertising campaign, joining the ranks of basketball legend Dr. J (Julius Erving) and Dr. Frasier Crane (award-winning actor Kelsey Grammer). The TV spot will feature Simmons in full KISS "Demon" regalia. Nick Simmons, Gene's son, will also star in the commercial.
PHIL NARO: "Peter was a bit of a Taskmaster"
From: RockPages.gr
Posted: March 24, 2009
We continue our KISS special feature with the 24th interview of a KISS-related figure. This week, Phil Naro, the first singer of CRISS remembers his years behind the microphone with Peter's band but also with the late Mark St.John. Here's an excerpt:
Rockpages.gr: What do you remember from Peter?
Phil Naro: Peter is a bit of a Taskmaster, but he is also a very good person. Anybody fortunate enough to work with him can only benefit from his years of experience in the industry.
Rockpages.gr: How about the late Mark St. John?
Phil Naro: Mark was a real sweat guy who unfortunately had a very difficult time controlling his own personal demons. I've always felt sorry for him and I was saddened by his passing. If there's a Rock N Roll Heaven, he must be playing in one real awesome band!
Read the full interview on:
http://www.rockpages.gr/standard.aspx?type=13&sub=K&lang=EN
Limited Edition BK3 At Kulick Clinics
From: Allans Music
Posted: March 23, 2009
Bruce Kulick will be releasing an EXCLUSIVE Limited Edition "BK3" 2009 Australian Tour EP - ONLY available at his clinics!
For your chance to WIN a Gibson LP GODDESS Guitar signed by Bruce log onto www.allansmusic.com.au
Tickets For Benefit On Sale Now
From: David Souza (AceFrehley.com Webmaster)
Posted: March 23, 2009
Tix are ON SALE NOW for the Sunday, April 26 Benefit Concert in Boston with ACE FREHLEY, ALICE COOPER, SIMON KIRKE (Bad Company), CHAD SMITH (Red Hot Chili Peppers) & many more!!!! It's for a cause really close to Ace & he'd love to see all of his friends there! You can get all the info on the concert & purchase tickets directly at the link below:
http://www.ticketmaster.com/Alice-Cooper-tickets/artist/734811
Bruce Kulick - Monster Circus Videos
From: Kelly Ross
Posted: March 23, 2009
Monster Circus took over Sin City beginning Thursday, March 19 inside the legendary Hilton Theater. The all-star lineup of the jaw-dropping Monster Circus band features artists Bruce Kulick (foermerly with KISS), Rudy Sarzo (formerly with Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, currently with Dio) John Corabi (formerly with M&oouml;tley Crüe, Ratt), Fred Coury (Cinderella), and Tony Montana (formerly with Great White). Various guest artists will "join the circus" and perform the hits they personally rock out to, creating an evolving set list. In addition to these rock and metal masters, special theme nights will be dedicated to the songs of a single legendary band.
A truly unique spectacle, Monster Circus combines a high-octane live rock concert with sexy dancers, human circus acts, aerialists, freaks and of course, a tour bus full of platinum certified rock stars. An irreverent ringmaster along with Sicko The Clown, Monster Circus' mascot, lead the audience along the 75-minute journey through the powerhouse rock and metal anthems of the '70s, '80s and '90s.
Clip of "Crazy Train"
Clip of "Metal Health"
Clip of "Dream On"
KISS Promo Clip For Brazil
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 21, 2009
Here's a TV commercial for KISS' Brazil Shows.
4/7/09 Arena Anhembi - Sao Paolo, Brazil
4/8/09 Apotease - Rio Di Janeiro, Brazil
KISS In Colombia's Biggest Newspaper
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 20, 2009
KISS appeared on the front Page of 'El Tiempo' Newspaper, the most influential newspaper in Colombia!
All 10,000 Platinum area tickets for KISS' Bogota show are SOLD OUT!
4/11/09 KISS at Simon Bolivar Park - Bogota, Colombia
Please note, ONLY tickets purchased at www.tuboleta.com are valid for this KISS show.
Thanks to Zumbifer for the newspaper image!
Peter Criss At Chiller Expo
From: PeterCriss.net
Posted: March 18, 2009
Peter Criss will be at Chiller Convention April 17th 18th & 19th. Come meet the Man who Rocked the World!!!
Peter will be signing autographs and taking photos with his guest signing fee starts at $40.00. Photos will be taken by our photographer only fee is $10.00.
Hope to see ya there!
KISS Clip From Argentina News
From: KISSonine.com
Posted: March 18, 2009
Check out this live KISS clip that aired on the news in Argentina.
KISS will perform at River Plate Stadium in Buenos Aires on April 5.
Paul Stanley Finds New Way To Express Himself: Painting
From: Associated Press
Posted: March 17, 2009
When it comes to glam rock stars, Paul Stanley always could wield that makeup brush with the best of them.
So maybe it shouldn't have come as a surprise that the Kiss guitarist, first introduced to the world with his face covered in white makeup, his lips painted bright red, a dark star over his right eye, would someday set aside that guitar long enough to pour his soul into oil on canvas.
Still, Stanley says he was the most surprised guy on the planet when he, an art-class washout from New York City's High School of Music and Art, suddenly began to make the transition from guitar god to serious painter eight years ago.
"I managed to fail art. Which is, you know, astonishing," he says with a sly smile as he sits in an oversized easy chair in his home studio. "Nobody fails art at that school."
Recap: 2009 Indy Fan Expo
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 17, 2009
Music is a big part of people's lives, and while some are content to throw a CD into a player or hit their favorite playlist on their iPod, fans of the band KISS have a different kind of escape - the KISS Convention. On March 15th several hundred KISS fans filled the Holiday Inn Indianapolis East for the 2009 Indy KISS Expo.
Fans of all ages came to pick up the latest tour gear, grab a t-shirt or ten, find that elusive LP or CD, listen to a KISS tribute band (Mr. Speed was the choice at this event), and mix and mingle with other KISS fans. The band is currently in the studio recording brand new tracks for the first time since their 1998 release Psycho Circus. There was an energy level at this show that showed the band is still going strong 35 years after their first album hit stores. Perhaps it is the excitement about a new record or the fact that the band is soon to embark upon one of their explosive tours. Whatever the case, fans came out of the woodwork for this particular event.
The fans were treated to a lot of activities that were new to the KISS Convention scene. First, former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick was there to sign autographs and chat with fans. Usually Bruce would hang out, sign autographs and take some questions, but Bruce had a different agenda this time around. He brought a gallery of photos and videos from a European tour he just returned from with current KISS drummer Eric Singer and the rest of their side project - the band known as the Eric Singer Project or for short, ESP. They played several gigs and traveled all over, and Bruce showed different sites and architecture from all of the places they visited. We also got to see some behind-the-scenes, candid shots of the band just having fun.
After Bruce's presentation, KISSonline's Keith Leroux brought out some never-before-seen video footage from his personal collection to give fans a treat they will remember for a long time to come. For a non-KISS fan, it's hard to understand -- these guys have a special relationship with their fans. Many follow them around the entire planet. I've traveled many times to the oddest places just to see them perform or make a personal appearance over the past 30+ years, but my travels pale in comparison to others that will drop whatever it is they are doing and hit the road. When you make the journey with friends, between the concert experiences, and the craziness of getting from one place to another in time for the next show can be mind boggling, but in the end, it becomes an adventure you'll never forget. You'll have stories to tell your grandchildren about!
Ace At Right Turn Benefit
From: right-turn.org
Posted: March 14, 2009
Right Turn's 2nd Annual Rock & Roll SUPERGROUP Benefit Concert Featuring Alice Cooper
The SUPERGROUP also features ...
- Ace Frehley - guitar
- Ricky Byrd - guitar & vocals ... formerly of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts
- Damon Johnson - guitar ... Alice Cooper
- Barry Goudreau - guitar ... formerly of Boston
- Will Lee - bass ... CBS Orchestra from Late Show with David Letterman
- Kate Taylor - vocals
- Tim Pike - vocals
- Chad Smith - drums ... Red Hot Chili Peppers
- Simon Kirke - drums & vocals ... Bad Company
- Woody Giessmann - hand drums
- Teddy "Zig Zag" Andreadis - keyboard & vocals ... Guns 'n Roses
- Scruffy Wallace - bagpipes ... Dropkick Murphys
- James Montgomery - harmonica & vocals
- John Aruda - sax
- Scott Aruda - trumpet
- David Arteaga - sax
- Rosemary St. George - back-up vocals
- Erin Vulgamore - back-up vocals
Sunday - April 26, 2009 @ 7pm
Berklee Performance Center, Boston
For more information visit http://www.right-turn.org/supergroup.asp
Gene Simmons vs. Bob Lefsetz "Cage Match Debate"
From: PluggedIn.com (video from CityNews.ca)
Posted: March 14, 2009
KISS bassist and creator of the universe, Gene Simmons, was one of the keynote speakers earlier today at Canadian Music Week in Toronto.
Here's an excerpt of what the notoriously cantakerous industry expert (and windbag) Bob Lefsetz had to say about the speech: "He's not a dumb dude. But it's a full time commercial. And why? Doesn't he have enough money? Isn't this like an ex-President buying time on television to give us his opinion on the budget? Running for an office he can't be elected to? Hey Gene, you were a star once, can you let it go? Can you stop trying to convince us that not only is your music great, but that KISS is the biggest act in the world?"
Here's an excerpt from Simmons's response to Lefsetz: "THIS IS A SMALL PERSON, WHO'S NEVER DONE ANYTHING, NEVER BEEN IN A BAND AND DOESN'T KNOW HOW THE RECORD INDUSTRY WORKS. HE DOESN'T KNOW ME AND I DON'T KNOW HIM. AND HE WOULDN'T KNOW, IN EITHER CASE IF I "DO" OR "DON'T" PART WITH MY MONEY. AND IN ANY CASE, IT WOULDN'T BE HIS BUSINESS, OR MY GARBAGE COLLECTOR'S."
Music industry pundit Bob Lefsetz and Gene Simmons squared off at Canadian Music Week yesterday (March 13th) in the main ballroom at the Royal York Hotel in downtown Toronto.
To see video of their debate, click here.
KISS' First Show In Colombia Added
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 13, 2009
KISS will make their first ever appearance in Colombia on April 11! Tickets for the show at Simon Bolivar Park in Bogota will go on sale Monday at www.tuboleta.com.
2009 South American KISS dates:
4/3/09 Arena Movistar - Santiago, Chile
4/5/09 River Plate Stadium - Buenos Aires, Argentina
4/7/09 Arena Anhembi - Sao Paolo, Brazil
4/8/09 Apotease - Rio Di Janeiro, Brazil
4/11/09 Simon Bolivar Park - Bogota, Colombia
4/14/09 Estadio Nacional Stadium - Lima, Peru
4/17/09 Caracas, Venezuela - Hipodromo la Rinconada
KISS Hits Studio
From: RollingStone.com
Posted: March 13, 2009
The first studio album from Kiss in more than a decade will include songs "about the obvious things," says bassist-singer Gene Simmons, citing titles such as "Rotten To The Core." "No secret to life, no political messaging, nothing like that," he says of the lyrics.
As previously reported, Simmons confirms Kiss' first album since 1998's Psycho Circus will be produced by singer-guitarist Paul Stanley. "I don't have enough time to tie my shoelaces and there's nobody else I trust more than Paul," says Simmons, who's currently in Toronto to find three Canadian acts to sign to his recently resurrected Simmons Records, for which he has partnered with Universal Music Canada and businesswoman/former politician Belinda Stronach.
While he juggles all his other projects and pursuits, the band is also in the studio. The songs are all written, Simmons says. "There's nothing to prove to anybody. We're not interested in musical trends or anything else. We're too long in the tooth for that. So it's going to be sort of a classic '70s rock & roll vibe. Meat and potatoes. You know, sometimes you just want to go out and have a meat and potatoes thing [and] forget the French dressing."
Kiss - Simmons, Stanley, guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer - will also continue touring for its 35th (now 37th) anniversary, beginning in South America in Santiago, Chile. Last year, the Kiss Alive/35 World Tour hit Europe, U.K., Australia, New Zealand and a few U.S. cities.
Paul On Showbiz Tonight This Weekend
From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: March 13, 2009
Paul Stanley will appear on CNN's Showbiz Tonight (Airs on CNN's HLN—formerly Headline News) on Saturday and Sunday, March 14 & 15 at 11:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 p.m. PT.
TOPIC: Segment on musicians that paint featuring the incredible art works of Paul Stanley
KISS Lifts Fan's Spirits
From: Cincinnati.com
Posted: March 12, 2009
The phone rang Wednesday afternoon in Christopher "Critter" Smith's room at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.
His mom had just stepped out for a moment, so he answered it.
"Critter, it's Paul Stanley," the caller said. Stanley is the lead singer for KISS, Critter's favorite rock band.
"At first, I thought it was just my dad messing with me," Critter said.
It really was Stanley.
KISS Promo Clip For Peru
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 12, 2009
KISS will make their first ever appearance in Peru on April 14th! The band will perform at the 45,000 seat Estadio Nacional Stadium in Lima as part of their 2009 South American Tour.
Check out this promotional clip from Lima, Peru:
Bruce Kulick In Australia
From: Allans Music
Posted: March 12, 2009
BRUCE KULICK first gained notoriety as a member of Meat Loaf's touring band for the classic Bat Out Of Hell album in 1977. In 1984, Kulick hooked up with the hottest band in the world, KISS, as their lead guitarist on the Animalize tour and continued with the group until the 1996 Reunion tour. Kulick retained his KISS connection with contributions to the Psycho Circus album, the Detroit Rock City soundtrack, and recently, solo efforts from Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley. Bruce is currently touring with the legendary Grand Funk Railroad, newly formed supergroup, Monster Circus, and continues to teach aspiring musicians at the annual Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp in the USA. Kulick's clinics have been described as a "mind-blowing and interactive musical experience", so don't miss your chance to catch this guitar great struttin' his stuff - EXCLUSIVELY at Allans Music!
MELBOURNE: 1 April at 7pm 152 Bourke St
BRISBANE: 2 April at 6.30pm 90-112 Queen St Mall
ADELAIDE: 3 April at 7pm 58 Gawler Place
SYDNEY: 4 April at 5pm 108 Botany Road Alexandria T
Tix $25 at Allans Music stores or online www.allansmusic.com.au
Bruce Kulick In Vegas
From: Kulick.net
Posted: March 12, 2009
Platinum Masters Monster Circus takes over Sin City beginning Thursday, March 19 inside the legendary Hilton Theater.
A truly unique spectacle, Monster Circus combines a high-octane live rock concert with sexy dancers, human circus acts, aerialists, freaks and of course, a tour bus full of platinum certified rock stars. An irreverent ringmaster along with Sicko The Clown, Monster Circus mascot, lead the audience along the 75-minute journey through the powerhouse rock and metal anthems of the 70s, 80s and 90s.
"The great rock 'n roll stars from some of the great bands of the last three decades in a circus atmosphere. . .it doesn't get any better than that," said Ken Ciancimino, executive vice president, Las Vegas Hilton. Las Vegas has never seen a show like this.
Rock star debauchery begins with an all-star lineup of the jaw-dropping Monster Circus band featuring artists Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy Osbourne, Quiet Riot, Whitesnake, Dio) John Corabi (Mötley Crüe, Ratt), Fred Coury (Cinderella), Bruce Kulick (KISS), and Tony Montana (Great White). Various guest artists will join the circus and perform the hits they personally rock out to, creating an evolving set list. In addition to these rock and metal masters, special theme nights will be dedicated to the songs of a single legendary band.
Paul Stanley Helps Youth Baseball Team
From: Bravewords.com
Posted: March 11, 2009
PAUL STANLEY, lead singer of the legendary rock band KISS, has come to the aid of the Fishers, Indiana fourth grade Youth Travel Baseball Team - the HSE Fishers Cats! Stanley donated one of his signature model Washburn guitars to help the team raise money to help offset some expenses of their upcoming summer season. The autographed Paul Stanley 'Preacher' guitar will be raffled off at the 2009 Indianapolis KISS Fan Expo on March 15th. 100% of all proceeds from sales of raffle tickets will go to the team.
For more than 35 years, Stanley has reigned supreme as one of the single-most recognizable frontmen in the history of rock and roll. He's the principal songwriter, driving force and the unwavering voice of KISS, one of the most successful and influential bands ever born on American soil. The band has sold over 90 million albums worldwide and began recording a new album just this week. Last year KISS packed stadiums across Europe on their most successful European tour ever! 2009 will see KISS tour stadiums in South America and Canada before returning to the US for a late fall Tour.
As he celebrates his 35th anniversary as the lead singer of KISS, Stanley is making another name for himself as a painter and artist. Recently, he celebrated more than $3-million in sales of his paintings in 2008. Stanley regularly appears at exhibitions of his paintings at various Wentworth Gallery locations across the country.
KISS Featured In Burrn! Magazine
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: March 11, 2009
To celebrate the release of the KISSOLOGY DVD in Japan, the April issue of BURRN! magazine features a huge KISS special! Gene graces the cover of the issue and there is also a 9 page KISS section that includes interviews with Paul and Gene.
KISSOLOGY will be released in Japan on March 25.
Thanks to Keith Tarrier for sending us the info on the issue.
A Message From Bruce Kulick
From: Kulick.net
Posted: March 11, 2009
Hello everyone! It has been over a week since I have been back from my amazing journey with ESP in Europe. We went to 7 countries, played 13 very excellent shows, and accomplished what we set out to. Play for our fans, and simply have a great time with them. We started in Germany and at the first show was also a KISS expo in the afternoon. Eric and I had a chance to greet the fans that attended and answer some questions and sign for the crowd. Later on after a sound check for the Expo fans, it was time to get ready for our first show. It was great considering we were all exhausted from the big trip overseas. It felt great to see how our set list would go over. We did some of our usual, but added some interesting new cover tunes the crowd loved.
German food, cars and their technology are always awesome, so I am always fascinated when I am there. Keep me away from the pretzels! They are amazing and everywhere! I mean the soft king btw! After three shows in a row in Germany, we drove to Holland. I got to hang out with my friend from Amsterdam, Sidney who always is hilarious to hang with, so that was fun walking around the city of Uden. Got to visit a music store and you all know how I feel about looking at guitars! The next day we flew to Prague, a city I have never visited before. The Czech Republic was very fascinating to me. I took tons of pix as everything there was "different" and I really enjoyed the culture. From McDonald's to the mall near our hotel, it was so cool to visit a country that has such and interesting history. The crowd was insane for us at the sold out show. The people who ran the hotel, were amazing and offered us wine in the lobby after out successful gig. Party time! So I hope to come back to CZ!
Read the rest of Bruce's message at kulick.net
Gene At Canadian Music Week
From: CP24 Canada
Posted: March 10, 2009
KISS frontman Gene Simmons will appear as Canadian Music Week's keynote speaker, discussing his life onstage.
Toronto's music geeks are tuning their must-see lists and preparing for a string of late nights as Canadian Music Week rolls into town, filling downtown venues with five days of concerts, seminars and music-related films.
Now in its 27th year, the event brings together the major players in the country's music industry, supplementing them with acts and speakers from around the world.
KISS frontman and media mogul Gene Simmons will rock the event from the keynote speaker's position, discussing his life in the spotlight and his other business endeavors.
Authorized "Bootleg" Coming?
From: KissFaq.com
Posted: March 10, 2009
Some sites are reporting the Universal will be releasing an "Authorized Bootleg" from Kiss on May 26, noting a show at Nashville's Municipal Auditorium from 1998. While Universal is apparently planning hard-rock/metal releases as part of their "Authorized Bootleg" series (Cinderlla being another act with a live archive set due), the details for any Kiss release are not fully known. What is known is that Kiss didn't perform at Nashville's Municipal Auditorium in 1998. The did play the Nashville Arena on Jan. 2, 1999, the final date of the US "Psycho Circus" tour. The last time they played that venue was on November 6, 1992. Eddie Kramer attended he show in preparation for the "Alive III" recordings later that month, taking notes about the set, and it was likely recorded for reference. The set included:
- Creatures Of The Night
- Deuce
- I Just Wanna
- Unholy
- Heaven's On Fire
- Parasite
- Domino
- Watchin' You
- Hotter Than Hell
- Firehouse
- I Want You
- Forever
- War Machine
- Rock And Roll All Nite
- Lick It Up
- I Love It Loud
- Take It Off
- Cold Gin
- Detroit Rock City
- Shout It Out Loud
- God Gave Rock And Roll To You II
- Love Gun
- Star Spangled Banner
However, according to the ever-useful "Kiss Alive Forever," the band also performed there in 1975 (Alive), 76 (Destroyer), 79, 83 (Creatures), 84 (Lick It Up), 85 (Animalize and Asluym tours), and 1988 (Crazy Nights), so any of those shows would make useful additions as official releases. It should be noted that the 1/11/84 show was definately recorded since it was broadcast on King Biscuit Flower Hour at the time in edited form. That show can be heard online at Wolfgang's Vault, but included:
Tommy Thayer Interview
From: KissKillers.com.br
Posted: March 9, 2009
Ricky: Hi Tommy, how are you?
Tommy: I'm fine, thanks!
Ricky: Kiss is coming to Brazil, it will be a great presentation. What are your expectations?
Tommy:KISS in Brazil is always huge and this time will be no different. After the start of our Alive/35 tour in Europe last summer that went so well, the band is primed and ready to put on the ultimate show for the fans of Brazil. It's gonna be a party!
Ricky: Many fans have been waiting for this show for 10 years, what does Kiss reserve for us on the big day?
Eric Singer and Bruce Kulick Interview About Guitars, Drums And Equipment
From: Fury Magazine
Posted: March 8, 2009
ESP is in the Netherlands. Not exactly something to get you off the edge of your seat, as most people won't know who ESP are. Once you start explaining that the full name is Eric Singer Project and the guy is the current drummer of Kiss, you see eyebrows being raised and their fans start coming out of every nook and cranny of the universe. If you then have a look at the line up, your mouth really starts watering, because with guys like Bruce Kulick (guitar - Grand Funk Railroad, ex Kiss), John Corabi (vocals and guitar - ex Mötley Crüe) and Chuck Garric (bass - Alice Cooper) you can really call this an all star line up. We of Furyrocks.com get the chance to talk to Bruce as well as Eric. Naturally we have more questions than time and this becomes a short conversation with the emphasis on equipment. Nevertheless we manage to get so much information out of the two gentlemen that we decided to split the interview into two parts.
First off I am joined by Bruce Kulick in the cosy lobby of hotel Arrows in Uden. He gladly fills in our Artist Profile and in the meantime we start our conversation with him. Halfway this part the present Henk de Graaf asks some questions as well, and as he is a guitar player himself, it did lead to specific questions and answers.
How's everything going so far?
Quite well actually the crowds are great, the venues packed. I wouldn't dare say they are all sold out, but we are getting close.
How do you know which equipment to use on stage?
Read all of part one at http://furyrocks.com/en/interview/
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and all of part two at http://furyrocks.com/en/interview/
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KISS Fan Expo In Sweden
From: KISSarmySweden.com
Posted: March 8, 2009
KISS Army Sweden presents KISS Expo Sweden 2009 on May 2nd in Vasteras (outside Stockholm), Sweden. Special Guest will be Lydia Criss, this will be her first KISS Expo outside USA as a special guest! KISSonline will be there plus alot of KISS dealers, giveaways, door prices, huge KISS museum (with stage cloths etc.), video screen, 2 KISS cover bands (KISSner & Alive III), the authors of the POSTER book and much more...
Tickets and more info: www.kissarmysweden.com
PAUL Adds Pennsylvania Art Shows
From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: March 5, 2009
Wentworth Gallery is pleased to present two art exhibitions by artist, rock icon and legendary KISS frontman Paul Stanley. Paul will make two special appearances at Wentworth Gallery in May.
Friday - May 15 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday - May 16 - 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Wentworth Gallery
The Court at King of Prussia
690 West Dekalb Pike
King of Prussia, PA
For details on the VIP Reception with Paul Stanley or to RSVP please call 610-337-8988 or 800-732-6140
(Here's a few photos from last weekend's New Jersey Art Shows. In the top photo Paul is with one of his new sculptures.)
Art Munson: "I remember Peter was struggling a bit with playing"
From: RockPages.gr
Posted: March 5, 2009
We continue our KISS special feature with the 23rd interview of a KISS-related figure. This week, Art Munson, session guitarist on Peter's 1978 solo album comments on 3-4 questions regarding that work. Here's an excerpt:
Rockpages.gr: Did you have the chance to meet Peter?
Art Munson: Yes, we did meet! He was just getting to playing after his car accident. I seem to remember him struggling a bit with playing.
Check the rest of the interview at: http://www.rockpages.gr/standard.aspx?type=13&sub=K&lang=EN
The Classic Rock Opinion: The New Kiss Album
From: Classic Rock Magazine
Posted: March 5, 2009
With the band about to head into the studio to record their first album since 1998's Psycho Circus, Geoff Barton speculates the pro's and con's of what we can expect from the brand new Kiss album.
At their Download festival press conference last summer, Kiss - well, bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons, to be precise - poured cold water (cold gin, more like) on the prospect of Kiss ever recording a brand new album.
"The record industry is dead," Simmons snarled. "It's six feet underground and unfortunately the fans have done this."
Paul Stanley Talks About Children And Touring
From: The Star
Posted: March 4, 2009
In January, KISS frontman Paul Stanley welcomed a new addition to his family of four: a baby girl named Sarah Brianna. Star caught up with the rock legend to talk about his new little lady as well as his upcoming reunion tour.
Star: How did you and your wife Erin come up with the name Sarah Brianna?
Sarah is a solid biblical name. It means princess in Hebrew and Brianna means noble. And besides, all of our favorite fruit names were picked!
Star: You already have two boys. (Colin, 2, is his son with Erin; Evan, 14, is from a previous relationship.) Will you be taking a different approach to parenting a girl?
How Paul Stanley Puts The Artist In Rock-Artist
From: InTouch Weekly
Posted: March 4, 2009
For more than 30 years, Paul Stanley has been an integral part of the success of one the most historic rock bands ever - KISS. Creating and performing hits for decades, Paul is now gearing up to produce KISS' newest album, and in four weeks will perform in stadiums in South America. The big news is that it is likely that they'll take the KISS show on the road to Canada in July and will be doing a huge U.S. tour in the fall.
But while Paul is a legendary music artist, he is also a "self-taught" painter as he creates abstract expressions and portraits in vibrant colors. As he told In Touch in an exclusive interview at the Wentworth Gallery at The Shops at Riverside in Hackensack, N.J., "When it comes to art, people either love what they're looking at or they don't. I was self-conscious about showing my art at first - when I hung my first piece up I didn't even sign it, but everyone who saw it on my wall asked about it."
He adds, "Painting and performing are total opposites: Painting is very personal, intimate and solitary, and performing is very gregarious. It has been an interesting process to show my art because I like to open a door for people to realize how much art has to offer - to both serious collectors and fans of KISS' music."
What's New In KISS Collecting
New KISS T-Shirt Set
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: March 3, 2009
Just released! Two new official KISS T-Shirts with brilliant new graphics - The PAUL STANLEY STAR ROCK T-Shirt and the GENE SIMMONS DEMON ROCK T-Shirt. Brand new, never before seen artwork. KISS logo is printed on the left sleeve as well. For more info and images click the link below.
$19.95 at KISSmuseum.com
Superstar And Rockstar Deliver Song To Paul
From: Superstar and Rockstar
Posted: March 2, 2009
Live to win, we intend too!
Ok, so Paul Stanley may choose to not work with us on our song that we personally delivered to him at Saturday's showing at the Wentworth Gallery. After all, there are a number of factors that could play into his decision. Scheduling or even his dislike of the song are relevant reasons to choose to not work with us at this time. Nevertheless, that didn't stop us from handing over the track that we believe would be a good fit for him. With Bob Kulick as Producer and his brother Bruce in tow on lead guitar, it's pretty much primed and ready for Paul's participation. If that wasn't enough, we were able to get the actual guitar that was used on his 1978 solo album, as well as on side 4 on the Kiss Alive 2 album.
It's ready; we are ready; and we are waiting. The greatest satisfaction that will come out of all this, however, is not if he says, "Yes", it's the fact that we went for it, and we owe Paul Stanley and the Kiss Army a warm thank you for the encouragement. Paul always takes the time to talk to us and we can tell he genuinely wants us to succeed. In fact, I think he finds us amusing. Moreover, as far as the Kiss Army is concerned, thank you for the encouraging emails we receive on an almost daily basis. Keep them coming and we will keep you posted!
Sneak Peek Video into the new album... Anomaly
From: Ace Frehley
Posted: March 2, 2009
Here's a peek at one of the new Anomaly tracks, "Pain In The Neck." I've been tweaking the solo & this is pretty close to what you'll hear on the album.........
More to come............
Ace
http://www.acefrehley.com/rocket-rides/
Paul Interview On CW 11
From: PaulStanley.com
Posted: March 2, 2009
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Paul Stanley Musician And Artist
From: 7Online.com
Posted: March 1, 2009
As he celebrates his 35th anniversary as the lead singer of KISS, Paul Stanley is making another name for himself as a painter and artist. More recently, he celebrated more than $3-million in sales of his paintings in 2008. Paul Stanley joined us this morning with details of his art show in New Jersey.
The Beatles had Paul McCartney. Led Zeppelin had Robert Plant. KISS have Paul Stanley.
For more than thirty years, Paul Stanley has reigned supreme as one of the single-most recognizable frontmen in the history of rock and roll. He's the principal songwriter, driving force and the unwavering voice of KISS, one of the most successful and influential bands ever born on American soil. Employing equal parts hip-grinding rhythm, full-tilt glam and guitar-driven slam, Stanley single-handedly penned such escapist anthems as "Love Gun," "God of Thunder" and "Black Diamond." He was the golden throat that throttled "Detroit Rock City," the charismatic swagger behind "I Was Made For Lovin' You," and stripped of makeup, was the unmasked troubadour that breathed vocal life into the ballads "Reason to Live," "Forever" and "Every Time I Look At You."
Photos from Paul's NJ Art Show
From: J DeNobile
Posted: March 1, 2009
Here are two photos from Paul's appearance in NJ this weekend.
KISS Chile Show Press Release
From: Gabe Reed
Posted: March 1, 2009
KISS will close the Pepsi Festival at the Arena Movistar in Santiago, Chile on April 3, 2009 and perform for the first time in Chile in over a decade! The show will open the KISS tour of South America which will also include Stadium shows in Argentina, Brazil, Venezuela and Peru.
KISS invented stadium rock in the 70’s with their sci-fi Kabuki costumes and make-up, explosive theatrics and, of course, their trademark platform boots.. In their extensive world tours, they’ve attracted the most rabid fans: The KISS Army. The KISS legacy continues to grow, generation after generation, transcending age, race and creed. The unparalleled devotion and loyalty of the KISS Army to the "Hottest Band in the World" is a striking testament to the band’s unbreakable bond with its fans.
Now celebrating thirty-five years of rockin’ the globe, KISS founders GENE SIMMONS and PAUL STANLEY along with longtime band members guitarist TOMMY THAYER and drummer ERIC SINGER vow to bring the KISS Army in Argentina the time honored KISS spectacular that has made their performances legendary. Along with the screaming guitars, lights and pyrotechnics that have made KISS "The Greatest Rock n Roll Show On Earth", the band brings their vast repertoire of classic music. Having sold 85 million records worldwide, KISS has become the soundtrack for a generation. In honor of their 35th anniversary, the band plans to play their KISS ALIVE album in it’s entirety as well as a few surprises and rarely played live KISS classic gems.
What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Patriot T-Shirt
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: March 1, 2009
The KISS Army shield has been re-done with a stars adorn eagle motif. The date "November 21, 1975", (the release date of KISS Alive!), appears proudly above the shield. 100% cotton, sizes M, L, XL and XXL.
$19.95 at KISSmuseum.com
Vintage KISS Bracelet And Stick Pin From 1977
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: March 1, 2009
The official KISS Aucoin Bracelets and Stick Pins from 1977. Originally sold through ads in Rock magazines as well as small store displays, these small trinkets were quickly snatched up by us younger fans, (of the time), who didn't quite have enough money for the KISS toy Record Players, Guitars and Action Figures that had flooded the market that year. Still, these pieces are of high-quality metal construction with real gold plating and red enamel finishing highlights; quite desirable collectibles.
A small amount of still-sealed near-mint condition of both items have recently been uncovered and are for sale to the first people who can grab them. Click link below for pricing and more info:
KISS Vintage Bracelets and Stick Pins available at KISSmuseum.com
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