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News Archive May 2010
KISS Performing "Beth" In Hamburg
From: KISSfaq.com
Posted: May 31, 2010
KISS added a wrinkle to the set list tonight at their concert at Color Line Arena in Hamburg. The band performed "Beth" featuring Eric on lead vocals, Paul and Tommy on acoustic guitars and Gene on bass.
This marks the first time KISS has performed "Beth" in concert since Dec. 20, 2003, Peter Criss' birthday 58th birthday, in Fresno, Calif. Additionally, aside from "Unplugged," it marks the first time "Beth" has been performed in an acoustic arrangement at a KISS concert. And to state the obvious, this is the first time Eric Singer has sung "Beth" during a KISS concert.
KISS Announces North America Tour
From: Pollstar
Posted: May 30, 2010
The headline says it all as the legendary rock band hits the road for an amphitheatre / arena run beginning July 23 in Wyoming.
Of course, you could talk about the band's record sales -- 80 million albums and counting. Or you could talk about how KISS has proven time and time again that it is one of the premier bands to ever appear on stage. But in these cases, merely mentioning "KISS tour" is enough to get fans salivating.
Called "The Hottest Show On Earth" tour and with most dates presented by Live Nation, it all begins at Wyoming's Cheyenne Frontier Days July 23, followed by the North Dakota State Fair July 24. Other stops include Burgettstown, Pa. (Pittsburgh), at First Niagara Pavilion July 29; Philadelphia at Susquehanna Bank Center Aug. 6; Mansfield, Mass., at Comcast Center Aug. 7; Uncasville, Conn., at Mohegan Sun Arena Aug. 19; Milwaukee at Marcus Amphitheatre Sept. 2 and Dallas at Pizza Hut Park Sept. 18 before wrapping in Phoenix at Cricket Wireless Pavilion Sept. 24. See all of the dates here.
My New KISS Army Tattoo
From: Tom I.
Posted: May 30, 2010
I'm 41 yrs old and I've been a fan of KISS since I was 8. I just recently added the KISS Army patch to my number of tattoos, I am a proud member!!!
My ultimate wish would be for Gene and Paul (along with Ace and Peter someday) to sign this tat so I can have their signatures perminately tattooed along with the patch.
Condolences To Bruce
From: KISS
Posted: May 29, 2010
We offer our condolences and deepest sympathies to Bruce on his father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Kulick family.
Paul, Gene, Tommy and Eric
A Night With Tommy Thayer And Eric Singer
From: KISSarmySpain.com
Posted: May 29, 2010
KISS Army Spain presents "A Night With Tommy Thayer And Eric Singer." June 23, 2010 at the Hard Rock Cafe in Madrid, Spain.
For more information please visit KISSarmySpain.com
KISS Monsters Of Rock...And Mini-Golf
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: May 27, 2010
Legendary Rock Band KISS and Monster Mini Golf, a leader in cutting-edge indoor glow-in-the-dark themed entertainment centers, have joined forces to bring you the first ever KISS-themed Monster Mini Golf entertainment center on the sinfully-fun Las Vegas strip.
A mere six years ago, Christina and Patrick Vitagliano, a seemingly normal couple, sat at their kitchen table and came up with one of the most "frightening" entertainment ideas ever perpetrated on the American people - Monster Mini Golf. Christina wanted the concept to have three important factors: fun for all ages, inexpensive yet profitable and, above all, it had to be cool. So they took the 50-year-old proven concept of miniature golf, moved it indoors and added black lights, sound, special effects, a live DJ, and monsters - from frightfully animated to humorously absurd. Then they did what mini-golf needed - brought it to the 21st century and gave it a good dose of cool.
Now after 6 years and over 25 locations nationwide (and growing), the founders of Monster Mini Golf have decided it is time to kick up their edgy cool concept yet another notch. Along with monsters, black lights, special effects and mini-golf -- it's time to ROCK! When it's time to rock - it's time to call KISS!
The Monster team is currently seeking an on-strip Las Vegas location and is looking to open the first-ever "Monster Mini Golf presents KISS" mini-golf facility in the next 12-18 months. That's right, mini-golf, monsters and KISS. It's going to ROCK so hard it's SCARY.
Live Nation Merchandise is the licensing agent for KISS and was instrumental in brokering this deal.
Visit Monster Mini Golf on the web at www.monsterminigolf.com.
KISS Songs On Glee
From: Hulu.com
Posted: May 26, 2010
Fox' Glee Episode 1.20 featured a Theatrical version of "Shout It Out Loud complete with KISS Makeup, and "Beth"
Check out the Episode athttp://www.hulu.com/watch/149175/glee-theatricality
KISS On German TV
From: ZDF Mediathek
Posted: May 26, 2010
Here is a German video news clip of KISS from Heute Nacht show on ZDF Mediathek.
Chat Live With KISS
From: Facebook.com
Posted: May 26, 2010
On June 1, KISS will answer YOUR questions as they host a half-hour live Internet chat on the official KISS Facebook page! Tune in at 1:45pm EST, and you'll have the opportunity to speak directly with the band via Ustream, as they chat live backstage from Koenig Pilsner Arena in Oberhausen, Germany! Watch and interact with KISS by visiting http://www.facebook.com/KISS.
You won't want to miss this, as a special, unique concert ticket pre-sale code will be revealed exclusively to fans during the chat!
Due to the undoubtedly large number of KISS Army Members who will be participating, if you'd like to ask the band your question in advance of the chat, please email it to webmaster@kissonline.com.
Chat begins at 10:45am in Los Angeles; 1:45pm in New York City; 6:45pm in London, and 3:45am in Tokyo.
Message From Bruce
From: Kulick.net
Posted: May 26, 2010
Hello everyone! Sorry for the delay but I have been meaning to share with you details of the last trip I was on which included lots of planes, one train and quite a few automobiles rides. First stop was flying out to Wichita for a Grand Funk show. We had thousands in the streets downtown for a great outdoor show on a nice night in the great state of Kansas (do I hear any Dorothy and Toto jokes?). It was the annual Riverfest Festival, and once again the band had a great reaction from the crowd seeing the "The American Band."
Next morning I had a travel day to Philly for the KISS Expo, and after a 5 hour delay, which thanks to a kind Hilton Hotel clerk who let me back in my room instead of waiting in the airport for another 2 and half hours, and a smart United Airlines gate rep who was wise enough to re-book my schedule, I arrived safe and sound that evening for my event the next day. The Expo was a big success, and I have to say everyone there had an amazing time. The fans now bring families, as KISS is the band you share with generations. I love seeing the young kids and even teenagers who were born after I even left the band, yet who are well aware of the legacy of the group. I sold many BK3's and had a lively question and answer time with the crowd. KISS Nation performed and they were really excellent. They even did some songs from my era of KISS for the crowd.
After a nice dinner I had an early morning in order to take the train portion of my trip. Amtrak I usually only read about in the news in some bad way, but this express train to Penn Station from Philadelphia was absolutely incredible. It was comfortable, on time and had free wireless internet on board! Arriving in NYC is always exciting to me, and after Paul Reitz my label rep took me to my hotel to drop off my luggage it was off on a whirlwind promo tour, getting as much as we could done in the short time we had.
Read more of Bruce's Message at Kulick.net.
The KISS Store Returns For Two More Days Of Shopping Mayhem
From: Ross/KISS Store
Posted: May 25, 2010
Friday June 18 - 4 pm to 9 pm
Saturday - June 19 - 10 am to 5 pm
Hilton Garden Inn, 70 Challenger Rd, Ridgefield Park NJ 07660
Call hotel for directions: 201-641-2024
15 minutes from NYC - 4 miles from the George Washington Bridge, right off the New Jersey Turnpike!
FREE ADMISSION / FREE PARKING
The North New Jersey KISS Store will open it's doors for business for 2 days only. Here's what to expect:
Wall-to-wall KISS Merchandise for sale, 1974 through 2010, ALL BEING SOLD AT DISCOUNT PRICES.
Do NOT expect to see special guests or bands playing - Expect only to have the shopping experience of your life and walk away with tons of affordable items for your collection! We have just purchased more large KISS collections - Vintage '70's toys, shirts, '70s posters, magazines, comics, import items, newspapers, vinyl, books, autographs, tourbooks, trading cards, rare items, promo items, plus more! EVERYTHING is PRICED TO MOVE!
All the new current KISS merchandise you can find on retail sites, only much, much cheaper!
Admission is FREE. The selection will be LARGE and you will get BANG FOR YOUR BUCK!
KISS Announce North American Tour
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: May 24, 2010
LEGENDARY ROCK ICONS KISS RETURN TO NORTH AMERICA WITH THE HOTTEST SHOW ON EARTH TOUR
Throughout their 37-year career, KISS has sold 80 million albums, played in front of millions of people and become an integral part of American culture. Now, rock's most iconic band is unleashing another assault on North America with The Hottest Show on Earth tour starting on July 23. KISS will perform such classics as "Detroit Rock City" and "Rock and Roll All Nite" as well as hits that they haven't played in the US in many years.
The Hottest Show on Earth tour, produced by Live Nation, will trek through a mix of arenas and amphitheaters throughout North America. Tickets for shows produced by Live Nation go on sale to the general public in select markets beginning June 4 at LiveNation.com. Citi cardmembers can access presale tickets beginning Wednesday, June 2 at 10 a.m. local time through Citi's Private Pass Program. For complete presale details visit http://www.citiprivatepass.com. KISS is also giving back to the United States Armed Forces by donating one dollar from each ticket sold to benefit the Wounded Warriors Project.
Dr Pepper is a proud sponsor of the KISS tour and will be offering exciting contests and prizes in tour markets. Watch and listen for the Dr Pepper Cherry and KISS TV and radio spots that will be back on the air in late June.
KISS has given some of today's now-legendary bands their first shot by opening for the band at sold out arenas and stadiums around the world -- AC/DC, BON JOVI, RUSH, IRON MAIDEN, JUDAS PRIEST and many others. Now, the legendary rockers are partnering with Guitar Center, the world's largest musical instrument retailer, for Guitar Center On-Stage, an unsigned band competition that will provide emerging artists the chance to open for KISS at 22 of the band's tour stops. In addition, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley will choose one grandprize winner to receive a $10,000 Guitar Center shopping spree among other prizes. For more information, visit http://www.GCOnstage.com. Registration begins on June 1.
For the first time, KISS will host a live internet chat on Facebook via Ustream on June 1 to give fans an opportunity to speak directly with the band about the tour. Users can watch and interact by visiting the official KISS Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/KISS.
Stay tuned to KISSOnline for information on the exclusive KISS Army Fan Club presale for the tour. JOIN NOW at http://www.kissonline.com/service/subscribe.
KISS tour dates:
7/23 -- Cheyenne, WY -- Cheyenne Frontier Days
7/24 -- Minot, ND -- North Dakota State Fair
7/29 -- Pittsburgh, PA -- First Niagara Pavilion
7/30 -- Cincinnati, OH -- Riverbend Music Center
7/31 -- Hershey, PA -- Hershey Park Stadium
8/06 -- Philadelphia, PA -- Susquehanna Bank Center
8/07 -- Boston, MA -- Comcast Center
8/09 -- Indianapolis, IN -- Indiana State Fairgrounds
8/13 -- Buffalo, NY -- Darien Lake Performing Arts Center
8/14 -- Wantagh, NY -- Nikon at Jones Beach Theater
8/15 -- Scranton, PA -- Toyota Pavilion
8/19 -- Uncasville, CT -- Mohegan Arena
8/20 -- Holmdel, NJ -- PNC Bank Arts Center
8/21 -- Washington DC -- Jiffy Lube Live
8/27 -- Virginia Beach, VA -- Virginia Beach Amphitheater
8/28 -- Charlotte, NC -- Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre
8/29 -- Raleigh, NC -- Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion at Walnut Creek
9/02 -- Milwaukee, WI -- Marcus Amphitheatre
9/03 -- Chicago, IL -- First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre
9/04 -- St. Paul, MN -- Minnesota State Fair
9/10 -- Toronto, ON -- Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
9/11 -- Detroit, MI -- DTE Energy Music Theatre
9/12 -- Cleveland, OH -- Blossom Music Center
9/17 -- Houston, TX -- Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion
9/18 -- Dallas, TX -- Pizza Hut Park
9/19 -- San Antonio, TX -- AT&T Center
9/22 -- Sandy, UT -- Rio Tinto Stadium
9/24 -- Phoenix, AZ -- Cricket Wireless Pavilion
If you are not a current member of the KISS ARMY Fan Club and would like to participate in the Hottest Show ON Earth presale, JOIN NOW at http://www.kissonline.com/service/subscribe.
Backstage With KISS' Recording Team
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: May 22, 2010
On May 18, KISS was in Milan; show #12 of the Sonic Boom Over Europe Tour. I was heading to the venue with the bittersweet feeling that this would be the last time I could see them live (I was thinking the same in 1996, though..!)
KISS is immortal as their music, though, and nowadays it's so cool that KISS fans can collect high-quality recordings of each and every show thanks to the massive job carried over by KISS' technical partner Simfy Live (formerly known as Concerts Online.) I was scheduled to meet up with the recording team at the Mediolanum Forum to see how all everything is set up in order to let fans have their show in hand at the same time KISS are backstage taking off their greasepaint!
I can tell you the Simfy guys are doing a tremendous job; it's even unimaginable how many things are set up for every show and immediately afterward packed as fast as possible in order to be shipped to the next venue.
The KISS shows are taped on 46 tracks, including some crowd mics, as well as mics on the snares, toms and pedals of Eric's drum kit. The recording is made on a pair of PCs in order to be able to switch for one to another in case of technical difficulty and to ensure getting the recordings done. Cutting tracks and tagging them is done almost live, and even the special effects of the guitars moving from the left channel to the right (during Tommy's solo, etc.) are done live thanks to a video installed in the control room where the guys are able to follow KISS playing and choose the right timing to fade in and fade out the guitars lines.
All concert are ready to be sold at the 11th song (normally "100,000 Years" near the end of the show) while the remaining portion becomes downloadable early in the afternoon the next day. It's almost incredible to see and amazing to listen to, believe me!
For more info on Simfy Live products and show listings, visit simfyLive.com.
KISS In Vienna
From: ORF TV Thek
Posted: May 21, 2010
Here is an Austrian News segment on KISS' recent show in Vienna.
KISS Smiti Stop-Motion
From: Alan Smiti
Posted: May 21, 2010
A set of great stop-motion animated pieces done with the KISS Smiti action figures. The first is as Gene spits blood and, (attempts), to fly to the ceiling. The second is a Peter Criss drum solo. And our favorite, the recreated scene from KISS Meets the Phantom when the four fight their evil robot twins on stage.
Simply amazing!
KISS Interview On Irish Radio
From: AM2010.mp4
Posted: May 21, 2010
Paul and Gene were recently interviewed on Irish radio on the current tour. This unique interview is packed with rather clever Irish humor and jokes that the two have gathered throughout the years of touring world over their decades-long career. Everything from seeing the two dancing like leprechauns to Lucky Charms jokes to a good ribbing about their pronunciation of "garage." A really fun interview, not to be missed.
Performer's Performers: Wishing on a StarFrom: Las Vegas Review Journal
Posted: May 21, 2010
Everyone's always wondering whom the public would like to see play the Strip. We wondered who performers already playing here would pick. (The only restriction: Their fantasy headliners must be living.) The responses were interesting, some for being so unexpected.
Excalibur's "Defending the Caveman" star Kevin Burke's answer has eight legs, wears makeup and spits fire.
"KISS has a great stage show as it is, but it's a show that tours," Burke said. "Imagine what a KISS show would be combined with Cirque-type stuff or whatever crazy stuff Gene Simmons would come up with for a permanent venue."
Burke joined the KISS Army when he was 14 and apparently still belongs.
"I've seen all of the makeup tours -- starting in '74 or '75 when they were touring 1,000-seat hockey arenas with plywood on the ice for people to stand on," he said. (Burke clarifies that he was "not a big fan" of the nonmakeup years.)
"KISS would be perfect for Vegas," he said.
Paul And Eric With Jimmy Page
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: May 19, 2010
Here's Paul and Eric with Jimmy Page backstage at Wembley Arena.
Dio Remembered At KISS Concert
From: MTV.com/KISSonline.com
Posted: May 19, 2010
KISS' Paul Stanley cupped the microphone in his hand and stood in the middle of the stage, pointing toward the sky. "Let's make sure he can hear us up there," the guitarist said, leading thousands of fans in a chant during a KISS concert in Geneva, Switzerland, on Monday night.
Ronnie! Ronnie! Ronnie! Ronnie! We love you and we miss you!"
It was one of many tributes paid to legendary heavy metal singer Ronnie James Dio, who died on Sunday of stomach cancer. He was 67.
Here's a fan-filmed clip of KISS remembering Ronnie James Dio.
KISS to perform at Indiana State Fair
From: Topix/The Indy Channel
Posted: May 18, 2010
Veteran rockers and face painters KISS will be making their Indiana State Fair debut.
The band plays Aug. 9 at the Hoosier Lottery Grandstand. KISS is touring to promote its 2009 album "Sonic Boom."
The quartet got its start in the early 1970s. These days, it's led by founding members Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, and rounded out by guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer.
KISS previously has played other Indianapolis venues.
Tickets go on sale Friday, and prices are $70, $59, and $45, plus other fees. Fair admission is included with tickets.
Ace Working On Book Of Memiors
From: ABC Action News Detroit
Posted: May 18, 2010
Former KISS guitarist Ace Frehley is planning to lift the lid on his time in the band in a new book - the rocker has confirmed he's working on his memoirs.
The axeman is one of the original members of the rock group, joining them in 1972. He quit in 1982, but rejoined in 1996 for a reunion which lasted until 2002.
Frehley has since been recording as a solo artist, and in between working on his music he has been writing a book about his life - including wild stories from KISS' heyday.
The star admits his recollections from the time are fairly hazy so he has recruited a string of pals to help him remember what actually happened.
He tells the Artisan News Service, "It's gonna be memoirs, you know. I just turned 59, (so) I think it's about time I start getting the stuff out and writing it down on paper before I forget it.
"It's hard for me to remember a lot of the stuff, so what I've been doing is getting together with people I used to work with, and they usually have better memories of situations than myself. Getting together with old bodyguards... They have the best stories about me... stuff I don't remember."
Ace' New Fiancee Has Revived His Spirit
From: Blabbermouth.net
Posted: May 18, 2010
Original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley has posted the following message on his MySpace page:
"I am now residing with and engaged to a lovely girl named Rachael Gordon. My inspiration and end all. She is the best thing that's ever happened to me and we constantly inspire each other.
"If you haven't found your true love in life yet... when you do, it is truly a new awakening!
"She has revived my spirit in every way and made me live again."
Ace, 59, was previously married to Jeanette, with whom he has a 29-year-old daughter, Monique.
MusicCares Shock Me Video Online
From: AceFrehley.com
Posted: May 17, 2010
Video footage of Ace Frehley jamming "Shock Me" with Slash, Chad Smith, Corey Parks, and Allison Robertson at the at the sixth annual MusiCares MAP Fund benefit to celebrate women in recovery and salute former first lady Betty Ford and the Betty Ford Center at Club Nokia in Los Angeles has been posted online.
Remembering Ronnie James Dio
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: May 16, 2010
We mourn the tragic passing of the great Ronnie James Dio. In addition to his powerhouse vocal ability, Ronnie was a true gentleman who always emanated great warmth and friendship to us and everyone around him. We will miss him.
Indy Marathon "Gene"
From: Jeff B
Posted: May 16, 2010
Attached is a picture from the Indianapolis Mini-Marathon. I ran the race as Gene Simmons. It was in the Indianapolis Star on Sunday, May 9. I was also shown on WISH TV and the WTHR website. This was my 7th Indy Mini-Marathon but my first as Gene Simmons. I finished the race in 1:55:14. This was not my best race time but I was more into having fun than running fast.
Review: KISS At Wembley Arena
From: PureRawk.co.uk
Posted: May 14, 2010
Last night was the final show of the UK leg of the 'Sonic Boom Over Europe' KISS tour, which continues across the continent throughout May and June. Pure Rawk went along to check it out.
After openers Taking Dawn had warmed up the crowd, a gigantic black curtain bearing a silver KISS logo was unfurled to hide the stage. It didn't, however, hide the six confetti cannons in the pit, giving us a hint of what was to come, and also confirming our earlier suspicion that the band had indeed brought arena-sized stage effects to their Islington Academy gig in March.
At around 9pm the video screens kicked into life, prompting a roar from the crowd. In the moments before the band appeared, I had a slightly surreal moment noticing KISS manager Doc McGhee standing a couple of feet away watching himself on the (almost) live video feed showing KISS heading for the stage.
Two Part Gene Audio Interview
From: www.RockRadio.co.uk
Posted: May 12, 2010
Part One of our chat with Gene Simmons, include those very funny scouse and English accents he did for us!
In Part Two Gene talks to us about the bombast of the live show, visiting England and how to deal with the drug problem.
Happy Birthday Eric
From: KISSasylum.com
Posted: May 12, 2010
KISS Asylum wishes Eric Singer a Happy Birthday today.
Professional Collectibles Buyer To Be At Philadelphia KISS Expo
From: KISSAsylum.com
Posted: May 11, 2010
ATTENTION KISS FANS
KISSasylum.com has orchestrated a professional collectibles buyer to be present at this Sunday's Philadelphia KISS Expo. He will be buying up collections large and small...just find the HUGE KISSAsylum Banner and ask for ROSS KOONDEL. Says Ross:
"Bring a car load or just a handful of KISS items.....I'm paying cash.
Do you want extra spending money? Are you out of work and need some quick money to pay bills ? Or are you just sick of looking at all the KISS clutter?....I WANT TO BUY ALL OF YOUR KISS ITEMS....
Ebay is annoying --- too much work ---- I will pay you cash right now
It does not matter if you have 3 items to sell or 3,000 items to sell....
I purchase KISS Items from 1973-2010.....
Any type of item ---- posters, toys, magazines, shirts, photos, guitars, tourbooks, spencers items, records....I BUY EVERYTHING !!!!....
Email me at sellmyKISSstuff@yahoo.com with your name and phone number or Call ROSS directly 1-800-370-3315 ....I need your contact information so I can respond to you.....I can't buy your stuff if you don&39;t contact me. You will be called back....24 hours. 7 days a week.
KISS Announces Indianapolis Show
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: May 11, 2010
KISS will make its Indiana State Fair debut Aug. 9 at the Hoosier Lottery Grandstand.
Tickets for the concert go on sale 10 a.m. Friday. Admission prices are $70, $59 and $45 plus applicable fees. Fair admission is included with tickets.
Through midnight Sunday or while supplies last, a buy-one-get-one-free ticket offer applies to $45 seats in the upper grandstand.
Tickets will be available at the fairgrounds box office, 1202 E. 38th St., by visiting www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling (800) 745-3000
KISS Army, stay tuned... details of a KISSonline presale will be coming soon!
KISS Still Rocking Hard
From: BBC (photo Getty Images)
Posted: May 11, 2010
It's difficult finding a chink in the armour of US hard rock band KISS.
It's not just the physical armour, which along with platform boots makes bassist Gene Simmons around seven feet tall. Their self-confidence hubris is almost impossible to dent.
"You can be three or 73 and a KISS fan," declares guitarist Paul Stanley, who along with guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer make up the rest of the band.
"Our fans are celebrating our jubilant approach to life and the fact we don't take rubbish from anybody and you can come out a winner.
Upcoming Bruce Kulick Appearances
From: www.kissfaq.com (photo kulick.net)
Posted: May 10, 2010
Bruce Kulick will make an in-store appearance at Vintage Vinyl in Fords, N.J., on May 17 at 7:30 p.m. For more information, click HERE.
In related news, Bruce will host a Q&A session at the Seymour Duncan user forum on Tuesday, May 11 from noon to 2 p.m. PT.
Finally, Bruce will be a special guest at the Philadelphia KISS Expo on Sunday, May 16. Click HERE for more information.
Heavy Rock The KISS Of Death? The Devil It Is
From: The Observer
Posted: May 10, 2010
Not even the threat of eternal damnation was enough to make me ditch Gene Simmons and his friends.
My first encounter with an American Christian evangelist began to turn sour when he urged me to throw away all my heavy rock albums. It was around 25 years ago and I had been persuaded to attend by friends who thought it might change my life, though, being merely 21, I was still just getting acquainted with my bad habits and wasn't about to abandon them so early in our relationship. The American had a jaw like Arnold Schwarzenegger and a GI haircut. A shiny suit jacket was clearly having difficulties clinging to his gridiron shoulders. Like many of his kind, this otherwise blameless college jock was having a daily and exclusive conversation with his own Jesus who had given him a message for Scotland's feckless youth.
Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, Judas Priest... none was spared as the big chap laid into them with a witch-finder's zeal. This was the Devil's music and infamy would engulf those beguiled by their sinister charm. If you slowed down some tracks or played them in reverse, he insisted, you would hear diabolic chanting. My immediate thought was that simply by playing them normally you could easily hear these vile incantations. Songs such as Bring Your Daughter to the Slaughter and Children of the Grave tended to give the game away.
Photo Gallery Of Ace Performing With Slash May 7
From: broadwayworld.com
Posted: May 10, 2010
Check out these amazing images of Ace Frehley performing with Slash of Guns N Roses at last weekend's MusicCares event at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles.
See the image gallery HERE.
Ace Frehley Interview From Musicares
From: Rockerrazzi.com
Posted: May 10, 2010
Ace Frehley is interviewed by Rockerrazzi.com at the 6th Annual MusiCares event to honor Betty Ford and the Betty Ford Center a Club Nokia in Los Angeles May 7. Ace also performed at the event along with the likes of Exene, Charlotte Caffey, Peter Thorn and Slash. Ace looks great and talks candidly about his almost 4 years of sobriety.
MusiCares provides members of the music community access to addiction recovery treatment and sober living resources.
Let's KISS And Make Up At The Arena: A Dip In The Gene Pool
From: The Star Here & Now
Posted: May 9, 2010
AS KISS arrive, all flamethrowers blazing tomorrow, don't expect any modesty from the mighty Gene Simmons.
"I love the sound of my own voice," he admits at the start of our face to (make-up-free) face chat in a swanky London hotel.
But for the all the bravado and bombastic stage shows, the KISS bassist and lead singer is a big man with a big heart, not least when it comes to seeing the influx of new young fans in the crowd having caught the KISS bug, thanks partly to their long overdue album Sonic Boom.
"It's the kick of a lifetime and sometimes very emotional on stage," says Gene. "I know this sounds likes a soundbite, and I accept that criticism, but when I'm on stage I have a Jekyll and Hyde kind of thing.
"When I get up on stage it's full-on who I am at that time. I'm sweating like a pig even though I'm not out of breath, you're adrenaline kicks in, your heart's pumping, your chest cavity gets bigger.
FREE - 3 Packs Of KISS Trading Cards
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: May 7, 2010
Visit our website KISSmuseum.com to pick up your set of three FREE KISS Legends Trading Cards! Just recently released, these high-demand trading cards are being offered as a promo to bring people to our website - there is no catch. Click the link below for all details!
Trading card packs are all new, sealed and in MINT condition directly from the factory. Five cards per pack. Each pack regularly retails for $2.75 so that's $8.25 for the set. Offer good until May 15th.
Get your FREE KISS Trading Cards HERE.
Gene Rallying For Kids With Cancer
From: RallyForKids.com
Posted: May 6, 2010
Dear Friends,
The Rally for Kids with Cancer Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life for children throughout LA.
I will be participating in the Rally for Kids with Cancer Scavenger Cup on Saturday, July 31. By pledging me for this event you are supporting children's cancer research from diagnosis and treatment, to conducting research and finding promising new therapies.
I hope you'll sponsor me in this very worthwhile cause. Your generous donation will go towards helping kids with cancer beat the disease so they can live active, full lives.
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Gene
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KISS LG Arena Review
From: Midlands Rocks
Posted: May 5, 2010
KISS are undergoing a bit of a renaissance of late and it's not undeserved as they have bravely issued a new, critically-acclaimed, album Sonic Boom, when they could have easily seen out their days milking a nostalgia circuit every few years. Having said that, much of tonight's 20-song, 2 hour plus show is built upon their awesome back catalogue.
But hey, with the greatest respect, we were only here for one band. And that band is of course the HOTTEST BAND IN THE WORLD...
Speaking of HOT, if their US accountants had realised the price of petrol over here I am sure the amount of live flame used would have been seriously cut-back. It was as if KISS were trying to single-handedly burn away the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico such was the sheer amount of bombastic pyrotechnics used tonight.
This was a 'show' in every sense of the word; timed to perfection, with no room for ad-libbing, everyone knew what was expected of them in order to deliver. And deliver they did. This was quite possibly the best KISS show I have ever been to and there have been quite a few of my not inconsiderable years.
I already knew the set-list before turning up as it quite simply had to be the same running order as the first UK show in Sheffield, any deviation would caused insurmountable timing and choreography problems. Nothing went unplanned. The only time we saw a roadie on stage was to douse the flames of Gene's sword and fire-breathing histrionics. It was just perfection. Tommy Thayer knew exactly where to stand and when, launching canon-shots from his guitar high into the ceiling gantry. Eric Singer knew where to aim his firework bazooka in order to shoot down the dummy lighting rig. Gene gurgled his blood to perfection and when launched into the air on top of the lighting rig way up in the heights of the LG Arena there was no sense of danger; this is Gene - he lives and breathes it every day.
What's New In KISS Collecting
KISS Icon Coffee Mug
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: May 5, 2010
Brand new this week following the release of last week's KISS Logo Coffee mug. Ceramic glazed coffee mug with KISS icons boldy printed across face. Comes with equally stunning packaging!
$11.95 at KISSmuseum.com
KISS - Boom Time!
From: LondonTourdates #060
Posted: May 5, 2010
It's hard to remember a time when KISS - as a brand, as an image, as a logo - did not serve as a universal shorthand for rock'n'roll. Or at least for the excesses of rock'n'roll.
For 35 years lazy magazine editors have been able to reach into the archive for pictures of Gene Simmons breathing fire or Paul Stanley pouting outrageously and the point is made: this is what rock music looks like.
And it might be reasonable to suppose that the men themselves conform to this archetype; that the past four decades have been an exercise in barely diluted hedonism lit by a thousand flash bombs, peopled by a million groupies and financed by uncounted piles of dollar bills.
And so they have. But meeting Simmons and Stanley - the two remaining original members of the band they founded in 1973 - is an experience that many fans and most aspiring young bands would find mildly unsettling, because it quickly becomes clear that this is a duo driven by something other than the desire for fame and cash and Charlie. Whisper it gently, but the ethos that underpins the KISS success story is… the protestant work ethic. Go figure.
Superstar Tributes To Dave Kilner Launch Help A Child Have A Chance
From: www.TheStar.co.uk
Posted: May 5, 2010
SEALED with a KISS! That was the star-studded Dave Kilner Night To Remember charity show when KISS rock legend Gene Simmons turned up - just to watch.
He was appropriately thanked with a big kiss from Dave's widow Shirley.
Gene, who had been rehearsing in the city ahead of his band's UK return at Sheffield Arena, showed up at the City Hall to watch his Def Leppard pals Joe Elliot and Rick Savage headline the concert.
KISS Prove They Love It Loud At Metro Radio Arena
From: Evening Chronicle
Posted: May 5, 2010
AS SOMEONE who has only ever appreciated KISS from afar, I'd like to take this opportunity to publicly state that they are phenomenal.
You'd think after almost 40 years of being a band they may have succumbed to perhaps slowing the pace a little in their live shows, but as the Sonic Boom Over Europe tour hit Newcastle's Metro Radio arena yesterday, I can honestly say I've never been so entertained.
KISS Want To Sign Up Lady Gaga
From: www.DailyStar.co.uk
Posted: May 5, 2010
HARD rock legends KISS want to make Lady Gaga an honorary fifth member of the band.
The Detroit Rock City hitmakers are proud their flamboyant style and face paint are the inspiration behind the 24-year-old's make-up.
Gene Simmons, 60, told me: "She's not Lady Gaga, she's really Lady KISS.
"I love the vibe, the big mouth and the big visuals. She's the most exciting thing to happen since us. She's a female version of us."
KISS believe the key to her success is her connection with fans.
Paul Stanley Q&A
From: Washburn.com
Posted: May 4, 2010
Paul Stanley recently answered these questions submitted via the Washburn Guitar Forum.
Q: What made you decide to work with Washburn Guitars for your stage and signature guitars?
A: I think the key to great success is always a great team and great collaboration. That's why over the years I've sought out new partners from time to time. Washburn in an earlier incarnation had a terrific team, whereby there was no red tape to cut through or hoops to jump to see a design through from sketches to prototype. With the new Washburn team, I'm feeling that same excitement and the Flying V is the first indication of great things to come.
Q: When you sat down with Washburn to create your signature model, what was your main priority in what you were looking for?
Ace Inducts Les Paul Into The New Jersey Hall Of Fame
From: New Jersey Hall Of Fame
Posted: May 3, 2010
The New Jersey Hall of Fame honored almost a dozen inductees at a star-studded gala ceremony on Sunday, May 2nd at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark. The inductees included Count Basie, Judy Blume, Justice William Brennan, Danny DeVito, Larry Doby, Michael Graves, Carl Lewis, Jack Nicholson, Alice Paul, Les Paul, Susan Sarandon, Wally Schirra, Frankie Valli and President Woodrow Wilson. Governor Chris Christie and First Lady Mary Pat Christie were the hosts of the glamorous event.
In addition to the inductees, many other notables were in attendance including previous inductees Buzz Aldrin and Yogi Berra, along with Candice Bergen, Judy Gold, Fran Lebowitz, Bill White, Vivica Fox, John Crowley, Cake Boss Buddy Valastro, Damian Kulash, Patty Scialfa, Joe Pesci, Joe Piscopo, Dr. Greg Olsen, Governor Brendan Byrne, Harlan Coben and Mary Higgins Clark. The induction of Justice William Brennan was made by New Jersey’s own Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito.
The always popular Hubcaps retuned as the stage band and were joined by pedal steel guitarist Robert Randolph for two crowd pleasers. The Rusty Paul Band paid tribute to the great Les Paul with numbers featuring vibes virtuoso Jason Taylor, legendary KISS guitarist Ace Frehley and famed Aerosmith guitarist Brad Whitford. A surprise appearance by Bruce Springsteen had the audience on its feet.
It was a glorious night for New Jersey!
How I Made It: Paul Stanley
From: Los Angeles Times
Posted: May 2, 2010
The lead singer and guitarist for the rock band KISS learned the benefits of branding early in his career.
Background: Born Jan. 20, 1952, as Stanley Bert Eisen in the Bronx, N.Y., to a furniture salesman and a nurse. Formed a short-lived band, Wicked Lester, with fellow New Yorker Gene Simmons in the early 1970s. They dropped that name and formed KISS with Peter Criss and Ace Frehley in January 1973.
Big dreams: As a child, Stanley was shy but felt in his gut that he could be a rock 'n' roll star. "When I first saw the Beatles on 'Ed Sullivan,' I was a pudgy, little, unpopular kid. But I had this epiphany that I could do what [the musicians on TV] were doing. To think that when you could count your friends on two fingers, and you're not the kid who's taking home the trophy for best looking, is your innate voice talking."
Early days: KISS struggled early on, but worked to give the impression that it was successful. The band intentionally limited its New York appearances - even though it often had no gigs elsewhere - so fans would think the group was out on tour. The members saved money by setting up their stage equipment themselves, but did so hours early so no concert-goers would see them. For the same reason, they delivered fliers for upcoming engagements in the middle of the night. "There's no substitute for hard work, for lonely hours and sleepless nights," Stanley said.
KISS Opens Sonic Boom Over Europe Tour In Sheffield, England
From: KISSfaq.com
Posted: May 2, 2010
KISS kicked off the Sonic Boom Over Europe tour at Sheffield Arena in Sheffield.
The set list was as follows:
Modern Day Delilah
Cold Gin
Let Me Go, Rock And Roll
Firehouse
Say Yeah
Deuce
Crazy Crazy Nights
Calling Dr. Love
Shock Me
I'm An Animal
100,000 Years
I Love It loud
Love Gun
Black Diamond
Detroit Rock City
Lick It Up
Shout It Out Loud
I Was Made For Lovin' You
God Gave Rock And Roll To You II
Rock And Roll All Nite
This marks the first time "Crazy Crazy Nights" has been performed in makeup, and the first time it was played live at a concert since Nov. 9, 1990 -- the closing night of the Hot In The Shade tour at Madison Square Garden in New York. Additionally this was the first performance of a new "Sonic Boom" track, "I'm An Animal."
See a fan filmed clip of KISS' new opening [here]
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