KISS ASYLUM: December 2000 News Archive

From: Dale Sherman
As some of you may remember, I wrote the original KISS novel, A WORLD WITHOUT HEROES, back in 1998-1999 as really just something fun to take my mind off of other pressing writing projects. Chris, Beth and John here at KISS ASYLUM were kind enough to present the chapters here on a regular basis at the time and as it turned out, the book ended up becoming a successful project for KAOL (www.kissarmyonline.com), with illustrations and even a CD of original covers done by a variety of excellent fan-artists (and I recommend getting the book just for the CD if nothing else).When that novel was finished, I thought my work was done and I could sit back and relax. However, I began getting a lot of letters and emails from people who were asking when I would start on a sequel. Frankly, I never planned on one. I thought the story I wanted to tell was all there in the first novel and there was no need to do anything more. Besides, I had my other writing projects to worry about and this was more of a kick than a job, so I just never thought it would happen and told people as much over the past year.That changed earlier this year when it occurred to me that perhaps there were some questions left unanswered in the first novel that would be worth considering for a sequel. Add that to the fact that I ended the original novel in 1985 and never resolved what happened to the final Talisman, and ideas started clicking away in my head. So here's the result, and I dedicate it to everyone that kept asking me when a sequel was going to come out. If you want anyone to blame, blame them! To those of you coming back after the first one, I hope you'll enjoy this one as much or even more than the first; for those who are first-timers, I hope you'll want to go back to the first novel sometime to see what had happened before. To all, I would be interested in your comments when and if you have any to make. Just don't start mentioning about "finishing up the trilogy" after this one is finished! You don't want to see a grown man cry.
Click Here To Read DARK LIGHT: A World Without Heroes II [Post Your Comments]

From:Aimee Kristi
As a holiday treat to KISS fans all over the world This X-mas eve will be officially KISSMAS eve on the Electric Ballroom Radio show featuring an entire show of KISS stories told by some of the shows fav guests like members of the original Alice Cooper group, Skid Row, The Runaways, photographer Bob Gruen and more. Plus, as an added X-mas eve bonus The Electric Ballroom will run the previously aired Gene Simmons interview from Sept. 2000. Tune into the show on Sunday Dec. 24th at 9:45 to midnight Eastern Standard US time at 95.9 WRAT or on the internet at http://www.electricballroomradio.com OR http://www.wrat.com happy holidays kiss fans worldwide from the Electric Ballroom Radio show. [Post Your Comments]

From: KISS ASYLUM
Today, December 20th, KISS ASYLUM along with the rest of the online KISS fans want to wish Peter Criss a very happy birthday! You can write fan mail to Peter at his official fan mail mailing address: Peter Criss, 1933 Hwy 35 #363, Wall, NJ 07719. Also feel free to post birthday wishes to Peter on our KISS Bulletin Board. [Post Your Comments]

From: Metal Edge Online
KISS has finally confirmed its expected Japanese tour, which will kick off March 13 in Tokyo and end with two shows in Osaka on March 20 and 22. The already announced Australian tour will follow. Ace Frehley will co-host radio station WNEW 102.7's Merry KISSmas Special this Saturday, December 23 from 10 PM to 2 AM. Host ED TRUNK promises lots of great stories from Frehley plus prize giveaways and more surprises.
Click over to the KISS ASYLUM Tour Dates page for the complete up-to-date KISS Tour schedule. [Post Your Comments]

From: Kathy Labonte
This holiday season rings in the year 2001 and with it, the final chapter of the KAOL Tribute CD Series. The KISS Army OnLine (KAOL) has donated over $10,000 towards both Children's Hospital and the Alzheimer's Association thanks to so many KISS fans who have purchased these CDs for their collection. In February, MusiCare Online will release the 3rd and final KISS Tribute CD, "KAOL 3 - The Spirit of '78" in hopes of raising several thousand dollars more as we say goodbye and bring the KAOL series to a close. Those that currently own the first 2 KAOL editions (Music From The Folder and Creatures of The Net) have been patiently awaiting the arrival of the grand finale. And what a finale it is! To end the Trilogy we have put together a double CD set that is unmatched by any other Tribute CD. The Spirit of 78 will include a packed audio CD filled with 23 professional covers from the 1978 solo album releases. Bands from all over the world participated and we've even produced a cover of Ace's "What's On Your Mind" in Japanese! The closing number, Paul's "Goodbye", has been re-written for KAOL and 2 dozen international artists came together to sing on this final track in a "We Are The World" style finale. The second disc will be a CD Rom packed with pro shot music videos as well as studio footage of your favorite KAOL artists performing. Exclusive rare footage of Gene's 1972 personal wall calendar with handwritten notes on the Wicked Lester recording sessions and the very first makeup showcase for Epic will be part of this Video CD. It will also hold bonus MP3 tracks not found on the audio disc. For the KAOL and KISS collector's, we've also inserted a Spirit of '78 refrigerator magnet. There's far too much content and material in both the audio and video portions to reveal here but it's a package every KISS fan should have. Plus, 100% of the money is going straight to Alzheimer's Disease. So when can you order this? Right after New Year's! We'll be starting the pre-order period the first week in January. For a full song listing and more details please visit the KAOL website at: www.kissarmyonline.com. [Post Your Comments]

From: KISS-Forever.net
If any band deserves a place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, it's KISS!! In our opinion, the fact that KISS hasn't even been nominated exposes the hypocrisy of this organization. Would KISS' induction into the Rock + Roll Hall of Fame really make a difference? Certainly it would, as KISS' respectability battle rages on, it would awaken the global music industry to recognize them as a relevant band. Together we CAN make a difference, and in the process, thank KISS for 27 years of craziness, great shows, and great music! KISS' contributions to Hard Rock/Heavy Metal music genre are numerous and should not be overlooked or shunned any longer! PLEASE join us in our efforts to persuade the Rock + Roll Hall of Fame Foundation to nominate and subsequently induct KISS into the Rock + Roll Hall of Fame. Please fill out our form and give your support! Though we do ask for your e-mail address, it is NOT shown in the list of people who have signed for security purposes. Rest assured that the information you provide will NOT be used for ANY purpose other than this petition. Click over to KISS-Forever.net to sign the petition! [Post Your Comments]

From: KISS ASYLUM & KISSFAQ.COM
Find out the logic behind the releases, what was going on in the band during the recording of albums, what the band was up to in the period leading up to studio time, and lots more information which should be of interest to the diehard fan! Some of the album focus' will use reference material never before available, plus some of the best interviews with the band already available. We are going for accuracy in our attempt to provide a completely clear picture of the status of the band for each release. The "KISS Album Focus" will be your definitive look back on KISS and their albums. Sit back and enjoy your KISStory lesson with KISS ASYLUM & KISSFAQ.COM's "KISS Album Focus."
"Ace Frehley's involvement in KISS was nearly zero following the release of the "Elder" in late 1981. While he had limited his participation in the band due to the direction that the album was taking it was not until 1982 that his departure became apparent both to the band and himself. However odd it may seem Ace was at least willing to participate in the promotional efforts for the Creatures Of The Night album, even though he had had no involvement in the recording process whatsoever. By the time the Creatures tour kicked off it was clear that Ace was not returning to the band. Vinnie, with his makeup and costume, was so obviously a replacement for Ace rather than a substitute, for such an effort would not have been made were he just a short-term stand in. In December 1981 Ace made the decision to quit the band, though at the time this was mostly apparent only to himself. On December 15th Ace joined the band in the filming of the Friday's TV show which would be shown the following month. It is interesting to note that also present at the Friday's show, in the audience, was one Blackie Lawless with whom Ace would produce demos for his band WASP..." [Learn Your KISSTORY Lesson!] [Post Your Comments]

From: MusicNewswire.com
Dick Clark's Primetime New Year Rockin' Eve Special ( 10:00 pm - 11:00 pm ET on ABC) will find Clark reporting "live" on the festivities in Times Square, New York. Joining him will be correspondents Steve Doocy and Madison Michelle, who will report on other happenings around New York City. Clark will also introduce highlight performances from some of this past year's most successful music tours, including KISS ("Rock and Roll All Nite"). [Post Your Comments]

From: Andre Fuller
Just wanted to let everyone know that the KISS P.P.V "The Last Kiss" will be shown here (in Australia, on the MainEvent Channel) on the 27th of January 2001 at 7:30pm and replayed at 9:00pm. More info can be viewed at www.mainevent.com.au/events/concert/kiss.htm [Post Your Comments]

From: NYRdeuce77@aol.com
Eddie Trunk, an avid KISS fan and weekly host of the WNEW radio show "Saturday Night Rocks," announced that on December 23rd he will host "Merry KISSmas" a show entireley devoted to KISS. The show airs from 10pm to around 2am. Eddie also announced a special guest for the show. It will be none other than Ace Frehley. Apparently Ace will be in the studio for the length of the program. If you are in the NY/NJ area be sure to check out the show. [Post Your Comments]

From: KISS ASYLUM
Emil Ortenmark has graciously provided KISS ASYLUM with a great resource for those KISS fans that can wield an ax! Included on the page already are the guitar and bass tabs to already *over half of the KISS catalog* which includes the complete "Rock & Roll Over", "Psycho Circus", "Unmasked", "Lick It Up","Destroyer", Side 4 of "ALIVE II" * "Killers" (new material) and "Smashes Thrashes & Hits" (new material)., "Crazy Nights", "Dynasty", "Paul Stanley" Solo Album, "Revenge", "Dressed To Kill", "Creatures of the Night" , "Asylum", "Love Gun" and "KISS" albums, as well as "Nothing Can Keep Me From You" from the Detroit Rock City soundtrack. We know there are other songs you may be interested in getting a breakdown on so you can drive your neighbors crazy! What songs would you like to see tabulated? Fill out the form on the KISS Guitar Tabs page with your requests and we'll do what we can to get the tabs for your playing pleasure! [View The Guitar Tabs...] [Post Your Comments]

From: James North
Gene and Paul were interviewed from Los Angeles on the nightly Australian TV show 'A Current Affair' tonight. Both Gene and Paul spoke about the upcoming Australian tour and both were in high spirits. Gene and Paul were in the costumes and makeup and they both looked great! Unfortunately the interviewer asked the same old boring questions ('Are people surprised you are still together?', etc), but it was cool to hear about this tour direct from Gene and Paul. In other news, tickets for the Australian shows went on sale today, and sales have been very, very good. 'KISS Heaven' tickets (A reserve) for the Melbourne show sold out withiin the first 5 minutes! [Post Your Comments]

From: Kulick.net
Bruce would like to give special thanks to all of the fans that emailed him with birthday wishes over the past few days. If fans would still like to send birthday wishes to Bruce they can email him at brucekool@aol.com [Post Your Comments]

From: Deno
A new issue of UK KISS magazine CLOWN WHITE will be published end of March/early April 2001. Featuring exclusive interviews - news - stories - reviews and much, much more. This issue we also take a look at KISS's very first UK show (and first time out of North America!) at Manchester's FREE TRADE HALL back in 1976, including rare photos and reports. [Post Your Comments]

From: Studio Chikara

Studio Chikara is pleased to announce that the Hardcover Edition of OUTTAKES by Chip Rock Dayton has sold out most of its limited 1,000-copy print run. "Chip and I want to thank all of the fans that have supported OUTTAKES," says publisher Robert V. Conte. "You were patient but always encouraging in waiting for this book's release. Fan mail has been quite flattering and we thank you for your support." OUTTAKES contains photographer Chip "Rock" Dayton's favorite KISS photographs and stories from the band's early days through their rise as "the hottest band in the world." Included are over 200 b/w & color pictures (many never-before-published) taken between 1974 and 1996. Each copy of OUTTAKES Hardcover Edition measures 8.5" x 11," contains 144-pages and is autographed by Chip Rock Dayton in silver ink. Studio Chikara now has a special offer only available on KISSAsylum.com. The last 150 copies of OUTTAKES hardcover, originally sold for $59.95 and limited to 1,000 copies total, are available from now through December 31 at the low price of $19.95 + $4.00 shipping/handling domestic (+ $12.00 International). BONUS! Each order will include a limited-edition dust jacket previously available only in gift stores. Only 250 copies of this dust jacket exist. (See picture.) Mail check or money order (US dollars only, please) to: STUDIO CHIKARA, 244 Fifth Avenue #2464, New York, NY 10001 USA. Visa, MasterCard and AMEX customers may FAX their credit card type, number, expiration date and signature to 212-591-6300. All domestic orders postmarked by December 18, 2000 will be shipped in time for Christmas. More details available by clicking to http://www.stuchikara.com/html/products.html [Post Your Comments]

From: PRnewswire.com
For three decades, KISS has blazed an electrifying path through rock, taking larger-than-life fantasy characters to even greater heights as global megastars, selling millions of records and splitting twice as many ears in their outrageous concerts. But whatever the band does, wherever the band goes, says KISSer Gene Simmons, "Without the fans, we're nothing." The new VH1 series "FanClub" seeks out those diehard devotees whose lives are defined by the music they love -- and finds that it could be the dentist who's about to begin a root canal job on you -- when "FanClub: KISS" premieres Friday, December 22 at 10:00 p.m. (ET/PT). "FanClub: KISS" is the first of eight weekly editions in the new series, executive produced by acclaimed filmmaker Joe Berlinger ("Paradise Lost," "Brother's Keeper," "Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2") and featuring some of today's hottest documentary directors. Sometimes bizarre, sometimes funny, sometimes touching, the cinema verite-style series "FanClub" is about real-life people who really love music, and whose unusual stories will compel even the non-fan to listen. Scouring concert lines, surfing the web and spending time with music fans around the country who go beyond normal limits to form deep connections to their favorite rock star, "FanClub" also explores the bands that inspire this intense devotion, talking to the stars themselves in extensive interviews and spotlighting exclusive concert footage. "FanClub: KISS" features extensive footage from the band's current farewell tour, shot in Detroit, as well as a recent official auction of KISS memorabilia held in Hollywood, plus an interview with Bill Starkey, original KISS Army co-founder, who talks about the club's early struggles to get the band's records played on the radio. And reflections by KISS themselves in new interviews illustrate the band's heartfelt loyalty to their followers: "When I get up on stage, I'm trying to give our fans what they deserve, because they've stood by us through thick and thin," notes Paul Stanley. "And after 30 years of nay-sayers saying that this would never last, it's gone on for this amount of time and really what we're doing on this farewell tour is celebrating the victory not only of the band, but of the fans. It's something we all believed in, and something that we made flourish and thrive, like a virus that you couldn't kill."[More...] [Post Your Comments]

From: Ron Ivanjack
I wanted to introduce myself. My name is Ron Ivanjack. I'm 25 and have been a Kiss fan since I was 4. For that reason, I was thrilled when I was selected to be featured on the new VH-1 show Fan Club. I sent in an email describing how Kiss affects my daily life just like hundreds of others but VH1 and I corresponded back and forth several times before they asked me to submit a 30-minute video. A few days later it was set-VH-1 was coming to film me. The only hang-up was that they wanted to film me at work but my company is privately owned and very protective. I had to plead to the heads of the Human Resources and Legal departments. Fortunately both knew what a big Kiss fan I am and we received global approval. [More...] [Post Your Comments]

From: KISS Fever
The party that you've been waiting for kissing goodbye the year 2000!! ,featuring a FULL LIVE SHOW of KISS covers by the #1 Argentinean band...KEFREN! Plus! Three LIVE opening bands that will be included in the new tribute CD "KISSEROS" *Tomalo, * Perros y Gatos, * Vlad. And more! You'll have the chance to hear the tracks that will be featured in the new tribute CD! And there's even more! Screening of rare videos, merchandise and offers only available at this party!! If you were thinking that you had to KISS the year goodbye with a bang, THIS IS YOUR PARTY!
WHEN: Friday 22, December, 2000. From 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.
WHERE: ACATRAZ. Av. Rivadavia 3636, Capital Federal.
You can get your tickets NOW at:
* Entelequia: Juramento 2584, Belgrano, Capital Federal. TE: 4788-4521
* Rare Records: Llavalle 835, Local 31
* Metal Rock: Cuenca 2840, Local 14 - Villa del Parque. T.E.: 4504-7858 - 4504-3412
* KISS Eternal Shop: Galeria Via Varesse- Bartolome Mitre 28, Local 4, Ramos Mejia (a 1 cuadra de la estación). T.E.: (15) 4098 1631. kisseternal@uol.com.ar
Ticket price: $10 each (includes a drink) For more info, please visit http://www.kissfever.com.ar/ [Post Your Comments]

From: KISS ASYLUM
Today, December 12th, KISS ASYLUM along with the rest of the online KISS fans want to wish Bruce Kulick a very happy birthday. [Post Your Comments]

From: Billboard Online
The open-ended Kiss farewell tour will continue into 2001. The band, which kicked off what it insists is its final tour in March, has confirmed a slate of five dates in March and April in Australia. The down-under invasion will kick off March 29 in Perth, and wrap April 13 on the country's Gold Coast with a blow-out show at the 35,000 capacity Carrara Stadium. It is likely that a postponed six-date Japanese tour originally scheduled for November will be rescheduled in this same time frame. Kiss has been idle since completing the 129-date North American leg of the tour Oct. 7 in Charleston, N.C. Here are Kiss' Australian tour dates: March 29: Perth (Burswood Dome), April 1: Adelaide, Australia (Hindmarsh Stadium), April 4: Melbourne (Rod Laver Arena), April 7: Sydney (Sydney Superdome), April 13: Gold Coast (Carrara Stadium). [Post Your Comments]

From: KISSshop.com
KISS SHOP is very proud to offer The First KISS Signed Lithograph Limited Edition Art Print. Print from the original photograph that was used for the first KISS album. Hand-signed by ALL FOUR members of KISS - Paul, Peter, Gene & Ace! Very limited edition to 100 numbered worldwide. Nicely framed - the ULTIMATE KISS collectible. Size 22" x 26". KISSshop Exclusive Item! http://www.KissShop.com/ [Post Your Comments]

From: KISS ASYLUM & KISSFAQ.COM
Find out the logic behind the releases, what was going on in the band during the recording of albums, what the band was up to in the period leading up to studio time, and lots more information which should be of interest to the diehard fan! Some of the album focus' will use reference material never before available, plus some of the best interviews with the band already available. We are going for accuracy in our attempt to provide a completely clear picture of the status of the band for each release. The "KISS Album Focus" will be your definitive look back on KISS and their albums. Sit back and enjoy your KISStory lesson with KISS ASYLUM & KISSFAQ.COM's "KISS Album Focus."
"Bruce Howard Kulick was born on December 12th, 1953, in Brooklyn, New York. Growing up in Queens with his brother Bob, it was Bob who first made moves into an interest in music. It would be Bob's lead that would long provide a push for Bruce throughout his life. Bruce remembered, "My brother got a guitar, and the next thing I knew I kind of was attracted to it as well. The acoustic guitar in the house became the first thing I started to play cords on. Eventually I started to take some lesions, and I learned from my brother of course. I picked it up quite easy, and I was happy not playing sports, but holding my guitar. It took a little time before I started to play in bands. I started to play with some people at my high school, and we would do cover songs. I actually played bass then because my brother played the guitar..." [Learn Your KISSTORY Lesson!] [Post Your Comments]

From: Kulick.net
Legendary former KISS and current Grand Funk Railroad lead guitarist Bruce Kulick, joins actress/stuntwoman Kira "Yoshi" Tashjian to form CELEBRITY NEWS AUCTIONS, an Internet auction website and all in the name of charity. With the recent success of Butterfields' KISS auction, and the booming e-commerce Internet bidding website EBAY, Kulick and Tashjian saw a great opportunity to offer celebrity collectables to a mass public and raise money for charity. Items will be offered via EBAY, and portions of the proceeds will go to the ERIC CARR FOUNDATION funding St. Jude's Children's Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee. November 24, 2000 marked the 9-year anniversary of KISS drummer Eric Carr's untimely death at age 41 from cancer related complications. Long before his diagnosis with cancer, Carr often donated both his time and money to needy children, including those at St. Jude's Hospital. Collectors can expect a varied selection of one-of-a-kind items to bid on, including a custom-made Ibanez guitar used by Marilyn Manson's JOHN5 on last year's "Mechanical Animals" tour. In addition, a Jim Kelly (Buffalo Bills #12) autographed football, authentic KISS memorabilia and personal affects donated directly from Kulick's own private collection. Expect to see a KISS "Asylum" RIAA Certified Gold Album award, vintage KISS guitar picks, touring swag, backstage passes, and other rare items. Additional KISS artifacts donated by friends and fans will include several sets of rare drumsticks taken directly from Carr's own touring case, posters, DVD's, and more. Private merchants have also donated items, but most items will be celebrity owned or related. CELEBRITY NEWS AUCTIONS opens officially December 12, 2000. "Eric was a very charitable person," says Kulick, "and to be involved in a website that will give money to his foundation while having people bid on celebrity collectables is something that I really think he would have enjoyed. It also gives me a great opportunity to empty some of the closets of my own rock trivia for a good cause." Adds Tashjian, "we are encouraging celebrities in music, film, sports, TV, animation, even private merchants to get involved with donating items that can be auctioned with Eric's fundraiser in mind. We'll continue to provide a service for celebrities to auction their personal collections without the guilt or pressure of donating some or all of their spoils, but so far, their generosity has been immense!" Please visit the Celebrity News Auctions website at http://www.celebritynewsauctions.diz.nu [Post Your Comments]

From: Teena Bennati

Due to unforseen circumstances The Kiss Australian Farewell Tour dates for 2001 have now been changed and are as follows these dates have all been confirmed by the Promoter: Perth March 30th, Adelaide April 1st, Melbourne April 4th, Sydney April 7th and Brisbane April 11th. Tickets go on sale Nationally Friday December 15th. The official Australian launch will be held on Tuesday the 12th of December at FOX Studios Sydney Australia and more information regarding the Launch can be found at www.go.to/meridianstar. or http://www.internationaltouring.com/
[News Article From The Sydney Daily Telegraph] [Post Your Comments]

From: RollingStone.com

Gene At The VH1 My Music Awards

When it comes to rock & roll theatrics, makeup madmen Kiss are the undisputed kings of the stage. So it should come as no surprise that the band's most enterprising member, Gene Simmons, would find other ways to explore his dramatic talents both in front of and behind the camera. Of course, he played a major role in the making of the Kiss-inspired film Detroit Rock City and he's made appearances in various flicks over the years, but the fire-spewing bassist has also been developing ideas for small-screen films and series. He recently started production on the pilot for his most promising concept, a situation comedy called Smash. "It's like the HBO show Arliss, only it's set in the record industry," explained Simmons on the set last week. Filming took place at the Hollywood hotspot the Gate, the site of the fictional after-party for the My VH1 Music Awards. The real awards show held at the Shrine Auditorium on Thursday was also part of the show, with main characters Smash Records owner Phat Boy (played by Christopher Birt) and his A&R head Charley (Pauley Perrette, who in real life sings for all-girl rockers Lo-Ball) attempting to woo attendees like Metallica and Christina Aguilera away from their labels while they walked the red carpet before the ceremony. According to Simmons, the show's "catch" -- other than guest stars like Tommy Lee, Mark McGrath, Sebastian Bach and Pat Boone (all playing themselves in the pilot) -- is that "Phat Boy is trying to be a cool ghetto guy," but he's actually a Harvard-educated smartie who had a couple of novelty hit songs, a la MC Hammer. He starts Smash with the money made from those fifteen minutes, garnering "contributions" from old high school buddy Craig Dennis (John Heffron) and attempts to play with the big boys, all the while capitalizing on his phony "keep it real" street-smart style. "He only says 'Whassup' when it's necessary," said Simmons. [More...] [Post Your Comments]

From: Studio Chikara

World-renown photographer Barry Levine (The Kiss Years), known for his classic photography featuring rock celebrities like Motley Crue, Queen and Rush, releases his second lithograph in time for the holidays. This limited-edition of 500 numbered pieces features Mr. Levine's most-popular photograph ever--KISS atop New York's Empire State Building in 1976. "This shot is considered by fans to be the quintessential KISS photograph," says publisher Robert V. Conte. "Fans have asked us to print this lithograph for quite a while. Well, your wishes have been granted." Authorized by Barry Levine himself, this fine piece measures 24" x 36" as is printed in full-color with a black border with white frame on thick, 100-lb. cover stock. The regular retail price is $39.95. Mention that you saw this post on KISSASYLUM.COM and receive this lithograph for only $29.95 plus $4.00 priority shipping/handling. Mail check or money order (US dollars only, please) to: STUDIO CHIKARA, 244 Fifth Avenue #2464, New York, NY 10001 USA. All domestic orders postmarked by December 15, 2000 will be shipped in time for Christmas. NOTE: This product is not authorized nor endorsed by Kiss. Mr. Levine owns copyright of image used herein. [Post Your Comments]

From: Kevin J. Julie
Universal Wheels on-line Zine features a few KISS related interview; most recently added are 2 exclusive interviews with TOD HOWARTH - one from 1996, and the other from a few months back in support of Tod's latest disc 'West Of 8." These can both be found by clicking on the August 2000 installment at www.heepsters.com/uw. Also check out the March 2000 installment for an exclusive interview with Loretta Carr, and the August '98 issue for an interview with Bruce Kulick upon the release of the first UNION disc." [Post Your Comments]

From: Leigh aka "Goddess of Thunder"
VH-1's Fan Club series is set to debut and the "KISS Episode" will be the premiere show! The show was originally going to air on December 1st but has since been pushed back and is now set to air December 22nd at 10:00pm on VH1. [Post Your Comments]

From: KISS ASYLUM
Emil Ortenmark has graciously provided KISS ASYLUM with a great resource for those KISS fans that can wield an ax! Included on the page already are the guitar and bass tabs to already *half of the KISS catalog* which includes the complete "Rock & Roll Over", "Psycho Circus", "Unmasked", "Lick It Up","Destroyer", Side 4 of "ALIVE II" * "KILLERS" (new material) and "SMASHES THRASHES & HITS" (new material)., "Crazy Nights", "Dynasty", "Paul Stanley" Solo Album, "Revenge", "Dressed To Kill", "Creatures of the Night" , "Asylum" and "KISS" albums, as well as "Nothing Can Keep Me From You" from the Detroit Rock City soundtrack. We know there are other songs you may be interested in getting a breakdown on so you can drive your neighbors crazy! What songs would you like to see tabulated? Fill out the form on the KISS Guitar Tabs page with your requests and we'll do what we can to get the tabs for your playing pleasure! [View The Guitar Tabs...] [Post Your Comments]

From: Band Asylum Network
KISS ASYLUM wants to remind KISS fans about one of our new bulletin board forums at the Rock & Roll Bulletin Board called "Music Marketplace." The Music Marketplace will be a one stop place for music fans to buy, sell, trade music memoribilia and merchandise. Fans can post up their want lists or catalogs and receive immidiate feedback. The Rock & Roll Bulletin Board is a community of music fans and is currently the home to numerous music forums including the official KISS ASYLUM KISS bulletin board, the official UNION board, the official Bruce Kulick board, the official Eric Singer board, the official Tod Howarth board, in addition to The Metal Zone and General Discussion board. You can visit the Rock & Roll Bulletin Board and The Music Marketplace at http://bbs.bandasylum.com/ [Post Your Comments]