May 30
KISS Interview Feature In Goldmine
From: KISS ASYLUM
Just a reminder that the Goldmine issue with the KISS feature interviews is out on news stands now. Ken Sharp interviews each member of KISS, asking his usual great array of questions. In a KISS ASYLUM March Newsbit Ken said, "I interviewed the band in person before the San Diego show. While the interview does not focus on obscure tracks, et al. like some of my previous interviews, I still believe that it turned out well, with everything from Gene speaking about his father and discussing who was KISS' worst opening act to Paul talking about the supposed KISS/Aerosmith rivalry in the 70's and the Raspberries songs he paid homage to on his solo track 'Wouldn't You Like To Know Me.' Goldmine will also hold a a giveaway for a signed KISS Farewell Tour program." It's all in there, and the issue is available now so be sure to check it out!Tod Howarth West Of Eight Contest Winners
From: KISS ASYLUM
Congratulations to the winners of KISS ASYLUM's West Of Eight CD Contest. Dawn Budden of Manchester, England; Bill Marshall of Spring, Texas; Jim Muckey of Wernersville, Pennsylvania; and Mike Robertson of Olathe, Kansas were randomly chosen from all entries which correctly identified Tim Gabor as being responsible for the CD booklet layout/design on Tod Howarth's West of Eight album. Congratulations again, and thanks to all who entered!
May 29
KISS Says Goodbye To Fans In Truly Explosive Fashion
From: Post-Gazette.com via Brian Cory
I saw Gene Simmons breathing fire, drooling blood and flying overhead in bat wings for what promises to be the last time as Kiss, in all its cartoon glory, said goodbye to makeup in a show last night at the Post-Gazette Pavilion that redefined the notion of going out with a bang. The reunited members of the classic early lineup even came on with a bang, descending on a platform as explosions kept the beat with Peter Criss to the opening bars of the great "Detroit Rock City."
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Simmons Prepares To Kiss His Fans Goodbye At Show
From: TicketLive.com via Brian Cory
There's nothing more suspicious than a rock band announcing a farewell tour. It's a sure-fire moneymaker, playing to the hearts of fans who want one last evening with their beloved heroes. What usually happens is, a few years later, there's a change of heart or a need to replenish the bank account. So bassist Gene Simmons understands why fans might be a bit skeptical that the current Kiss tour - stopping in Pittsburgh on Friday - is indeed the band's swan song. "It really is," he says. "It's absolutely the last tour, simply because after 80 million albums, three decades ... the tours, the toys, the games, the Kiss movies and almost anything else you can imagine, there's just nothing else left to do."
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May 26
Creative Worx To Re-release The Eric Carr Story On DVD & New VHS
Thoughtscape Sounds Announces They Are Going Out Of Business
From: Jack Sawyers, Creative Worx Entertainment
The company responsible for the distribution of the Tale of the fox video (Thoughtscape Sounds) announced to their on-line members on May 12th they were going out of business and that no more product would be shipped. KISS fans emailing Thoughtscape in regard to the Tale of the fox video received this message from Thoughtscape CEO, Scott Sosebee. "Thoughtscape Sounds is going out of business and no more product will be shipped. The Tale of the Fox video is now out of print." Creative Worx Entertainment announces an alliance with Music Video Distributors: Creative Worx, the production entertainment entity behind the Tale of the Fox video, as well as the unofficial KISS Unauthorized video, announced that they will be re-releasing the Eric Carr story on DVD as well as VHS, and that it will be exclusively distributed worldwide through Music Video Distributors (MVD), an east coast based company.
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Paul & Gene Backstage With Butterfields' Michael Schwartz
From: http://www.butterfields.com/KISS/KISS front men Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons are joined by Butterfields' entertainment memorabilia specialist Michael Schwartz moments before the band opened their sold-out two-night appearance at the Allstate Arena outside Chicago May 12th.
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May 25
Glam Band Says Goodbye To Detroit Rock City
From: Detnews.com via Brian Cory
Say it ain't so! After 27 years together and 75 million (yes, you read that correctly) albums sold, KISS, the band that launched a thousand Halloween costumes, is calling it quits . When Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss take the stage at the Palace of Auburn Hills next Wednesday and Thursday -- with Skid Row and longtime friend and Detroiter Ted Nugent -- it will be to say goodbye to the place they dubbed Detroit Rock City back in 1976. "Everything's got to end at a certain time," says iconic, fire-breathing bassist Simmons, 50. "And the only choice you have is how to end it. I look at Michael Jordan, who is at the top of his game and decides to hang up his shoes because everything, from there, could potentially go downhill. I don¹t want to be playing the House of Blues in 20 years to 100 people."
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KISS Fans Worldwide to Bid in Los Angeles Auction
From: http://www.theauctionchannel.com
The Auction Channel, Butterfield's Auctioneers and Greg Manning Auctions, Inc. (NASDAQ:GMAI), will join forces on June 24 and 25, 2000 for KISS The Auction - a sale of artifacts from the legendary 1970s rock group, KISS -- at the Paramount Studios' Theater in Los Angeles. KISS fans around the world will be able to compete with live bidders by placing real-time and absentee bids over the Internet at http://www.theauctionchannel.com. KISS' final tour, to be concluded in the fall of this year and the dispersal of these objects -- handled, used, abused, trusted and loved by the band and their fans -- marks the end of rock's brashest era. "Our unique technology will offer KISS fans worldwide an opportunity to purchase a piece of rock history in the comfort of their own living rooms or office space," said Ron Chaimowitz, CEO of The Auction Channel. "Our exciting NetBidLive technology is as revolutionary as the band itself. We are also excited that this auction will expand the excitement of the auction experience to a whole new customer demographic."
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Stand By For The KISS Off
From: Detroit Free Press via Brian Cory
This is it, the end, finito. In whatever words you want to put it, it's over. KISS bass player Gene Simmons is "as serious as a deadly heart attack" that the hard rock band, known for its excessive face makeup, outlandish leather and metal costumes and fiery stage shows, is calling it quits for good. For probably the last time, the band -- which also includes Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss -- will return to rock one of its favorite towns with two shows tonight and Thursday at the Palace. "This is really the end," says Simmons. "We want to quit while we're ahead."
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KISS Shows Why Its Time To Go
From: Cincinnati Post via Brian Cory
'You wanted the best and you got the best. The hottest band in the land - Kiss.'' It was the familiar opening to a Kiss concert at Riverbend Monday night as the venue opened its 2000 season with flashpots, fireworks, ''blood'' vomiting and your basic fire-spitting. Kiss played a three-quarters full venue for its farewell tour. The band entered in dramatic fashion, lowered from the ceiling, spewing fire, playing ''Detroit Rock City'' with videos showing just what the song was about - smashing a car to pieces.
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May 24
Bruce Kulick Book & Solo Album/UNION 2nd Single
From:UnionAsylum.com & Kulick.net
As was initially mentioned at the NY/NJ KISS Expo Bruce is beginning to put together a book which will chronicle his entire career. The book will be a bio of Bruce's life and work throughout the entire course of his career, including special chapters devoted to his relationship with Eric Carr and what life on the road with KISS - and all the women! - is really like! Of course there will also be a lot of never before seen photos from Bruce's personal collection included too. The book's working title is "Honorable Discharge" and Bruce will be working on it as time permits in the coming months. Bruce is also beginning to lay down some material for his planned solo album. Curt Cuomo will be helping out with the production of the as yet untitled album, and Bruce plans to handle the vocals on the non-instrumental tracks himself. It's still early in the process for both the album and the book, so keep checking Kulick.net for all the latest regarding these exciting projects.
Well, the guys of UNION are all home after two months of touring to support "The Blue Room" and wanted to send a special message out to all their fans. UNION really appreciates all the fans who came out to show their love and support for the band during their tour, including the 5,000 enthusiastic fans who the band performed in front of at their last show at WXCM 97X's 22nd International BBQ Festival in Kentucky. The next single off the album, "Who Do You Think You Are" is scheduled to officially be released to radio on June 20th. Stay tuned to UnionAsylum.com for the official "Show 'Em Who You Are!" UNION Radio Campaign and more details on how you can help in your area in the near future. For now, Bruce, John, Brent and Jamie are enjoying some down time before heading back out for their week of Scandinavian dates the first week of June. Plans for an additional round of touring in the states are still being looked into and fans should stay tuned to UnionAsylum.com for all the news and updates about the band as they become available!
May 23
Gene Faxes Update To KISS Kollector
From: Joop / KISS Kollector Online
The other day Gene faxed back a questionnaire to KISS Kollector Fanclub which was sent to him last February along with that month's issue of KISS Kollector magazine. Obviously that was before the news about Gene's autobiography was announced... For years I have been bugging Gene about a possible autobiography, and he always stated that the time was not right or just simply said "no". In the recent questionnaire I again asked him about his autobiography. As we all know right now, Gene's autobiography is due out in two years. So this time around Gene answered: "The deal is done with Crown Books." As for the Farewell Tour, I wondered if it was a tough decision at all and Gene states: "Better to go out on top." And when asked if there's going to be another album after Alive IV since there might be a contractual obligation, the Demon says: "Wait and see." I guess that's indeed all we can do. Meanwhile check out the scan of the questionnaire for the other questions Gene answered.
May 22
KISS ASYLUM Video Spotlight: KISS Unauthorized/Jack Sawyers Interview
From: Byron Fogle
Welcome to the 1st Millennium KISS ASYLUM Video Spotlight. This month I wanted to jump off track and do another home video release. This video, newly released has caused quite a bit of talk amongst fans. I'm referring to KISS: Unauthorized, a 55 minute journey of 1,000 years (ok, 30 years) of KISS's career filled with photo's, backstage footage, and fan footage. The producer of this compilation is none other than Jack Sawyers, producer of "Tale of the Fox" and man behind the scenes of many KISS videos, and included in the latest edition of Spolight is a comprehensive interview with the Jackmeister himself.
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West of Eight CD Contest: Last Week To Enter!
From: KISS ASYLUM
Just a reminder that this is the last week to enter the "West of Eight" CD Contest! The contest is easy - just fill out the entry form giving us your contact information and answer one question (hint included!) about "West of Eight" for your chance to win! Entries must be received by midnight EST April 26th, and winners will be chosen at random from all eligible entries. Weighing in at slightly over an hour, the fifteen music tracks assembled on "West of Eight" represent some of the most complete, satisfying musicianship that we've had the pleasure to experience in recent memory. It turns out that Tod's previous two solo releases, Silhouette and Cobalt Parlor, while both very impressive and enjoyable, were only the tip of the musical iceberg Tod had in store for us all. With his newest release, "West of Eight", Tod serves up a sonic assault of an iceberg big enough to sink the Titanic! Click Here To Enter The Contest And Read An Album Review!
"Creatures of The Net" Returns
From: Kathy Labonte
The 1998 release of the infamous online KISS Tribute CD "Creatures of The Net" sold out several months ago. We are now pleased to announce its return in the all new "Creatures of The Net - The New Millenium"! This new 2000 version features many of the same classics as before plus brand new tracks, a new CD booklet, and all new special collectable inserts! Pre-order NOW (limited time only) for a special discounted price. Returning from the original is the Partridge Family Tribute band performing "Shout It Out Loud" mixed by Bob Ezrin. This track alone created quite a stir with not only the fans and the media, but with Gene and Paul as well. 5 brand new songs have also been added to the lineup. Inside the disc you'll find a cool KAOL tattoo and an all new full color Eric Carr collectible sticker. This alternate pose was taken at the same sunset photo session as the previous one but moments later. The revised CD booklet features additional liner notes and a brief look at the KAOL timeline. This Millennium release of Creatures also marks a change in charities. After reaching the $5,000 mark with the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin, KAOL has decided to earmark all future profits to the Alzheimer's Association. Alzheimer's will unfortunately affect 3 out of 4 families and chances are that you will at some point experience the suffering of what this disease does to not only the victim, but to the family and friends forced to watch the process of dementia. Please help us assist this worthy cause by purchasing the remastered "Creatures of The Net - The New Millenium". The disc is set for release in July but ordering begins NOW! As with all KAOL products, you must pre-order for a discounted price. "Creatures" will sell for $15 when it is released. You can get it now for only $13 and that includes your shipping. Just go to the website to order instantly by credit card. You may also order by check or phone. Full details AND a full song lineup is on the site! www.kissarmyonline.com
Alternate Album Focus: Destroyer
From: Rich Hund
The insatiable appetite of KISS fans for news on their favorite group has never been fed as much as it has been in the last few years. The Alternate Album Focus rips off this veil and exposes KISS for who they really were and are. Destroyer: "While accumulating information for 'Destroyer,' I was faxed a never-published 1976 article from Cool Producers (formerly Groovy Producers) magazine from an anonymous source. The magazine interviewed Bob Ezrin extensively about the album just before its release.... Incidentally, the note on the fax states that the article wasn't published because 'apparently G(ene) and P(aul) got wind of Ezrin's interview. He was used to just giving honest interviews and I guess didn't have the whole maintain the mystery routine down pat." Here is the article, presented in its entirety. Click Here To Read The Entire Destroyer Album Focus Parody!
Sweet Pain Settles On Tribute Songs
From: Sweet Pain
Sweet Pain have finally settled on the songs which will be featured on their as yet untitled KISS tribute disc. The eight (8) songs which will be included are: The Oath * All Hell's Breakin' Loose * Is That You * Magic Touch * Every Time I Look At You * Larger Than Life * Unholy * Room Service. The fan who suggested each song that made the album by voting will receive a free/signed copy of the cd. For any song that made the album that had multiple votes, a random drawing will be held to select one lucky winner! Sweet Pain plans to start recording this follow up to their very successful first tribute disc - KISS: Un-Covered - on August 4th. Stay tuned for more info as the album continues to take shape!Greatest Spectacle In Rock Goes Out In Style
From: Starnews.com via Brian Cory
Kiss bid farewell to Indianapolis Saturday night, but there was no need for tears. The rock band's merchandise will sell forever. Since 1973, image and attitude have outranked music in the Kiss Army. This fact has irritated rock critics for decades, but it's rarely slowed album sales or box-office receipts. More than 23,000 fans saluted the band at Deer Creek Music Center, where chilly conditions didn't stop vocalist Paul Stanley from ditching his shirt three songs into the two-hour performance. Stanley, noting the band's many triumphs over external naysaying, took particular pride in hits recorded during Kiss' midcareer, non-makeup era.
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May 21
Campy Goodbye Sealed With A Kiss
From: JSonline.com via Brian Cory
They came, they saw, they KISSed. And everybody was happy. In a two and a half hour show of non-stop energy, the four guys in face paint who are collectively known as Kiss delivered a big sloppy wet one to a sold-out Marcus Amphitheater crowd of about 18,000. The Friday night show was part of the band's "Farewell Tour," as in adios, bye, that's all folks, we really mean it. Whether you buy that it was the quartet's final Milwaukee date or not, band members' repeated "thank you for loving us all these years" seemed sincere. That said, evaluating Kiss by its music is like judging a pro-wrestler by his sportsmanlike conduct. The band invented cheese metal, and has never strayed far from the formula of simple, feel-good melodies and a beat so plodding that even drunk white guys in their 30s - the band's core demographic these days - can pound their fists in time to it. What makes Kiss a 27-year-old multiplatinum fan phenomenon is the band as spectacle. Sure, you could almost set your watch by the halfway point of the show when Gene Simmons drools fake blood while pounding out a bass solo. But the sight of him bathed in a glowing green light, flying above the audience (with the help of a harness) in his plate-armor-platform-dragon-boots get-up still makes for great campy theater.
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May 20
KISS Concert Not Special, Just Usual Rock Spectacle
From: StarTribune.com via Brian Cory
Kiss, the band that reinvented rock as cartoonish show-biz spectacle, came to Target Center Thursday to bid farewell to the Twin Cities. Even though this was the last time (do we really believe it?) and the show was a day late (because the band's plane was grounded in Chicago on Wednesday), this one didn't seem special. That's not necessarily a criticism, it's just that this sold-out, two-hour concert seemed like just about every other Kiss arena concert. In fact, after 25 years of Kiss shows in the Twin Cities, some things about the self-described "hottest band in the land" forever hold true:
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KISS Clownwhite Fanzine News
From: Deno
Issue 5 of CLOWN WHITE magazine, which was scheduled for a mid-June publication, will now be put back one month until July. The reason for this - we will be travelling to Canada and the USA in June, to catch Kiss in Toronto and Buffalo. The results of this trip will become our MAJOR feature in issue 5 - and a deliberate delay is needed to make sure we can include it. Expect EXCLUSIVE photos and interviews with the band in a 'bumper' issue you won't want to miss. Of course, there'll be all your regulars - news, reviews, comic artwork and feedback - but what we have planned for the main article is really something SPECIAL!!! Our apologises to fans for the slight delay - we hope you think it'll be worth it...
Radioactive Fanzine Issue #6
From: Radioactive Fanzine
RADIOACTIVE Issue number 6 is shipping now. This Australian based KISS fanzine is totally non profit and is put together by fans for fans. This issue features an all original painting of Peter Criss on the cover and will fit together with the upcoming next 3 issues to form a mini mural of KISS. So now is a good time to get your subscription in.
RADIOACTIVE has all the news, never before seen band photos, reviews, press clippings and competitions. Our members also enjoy discounts on KISS memorabilia.
You can win, Union's the Blue Room, Detroit Rock City videos, t-shirts and beanies. Also an Eric Singer personally autographed promo photo is also up for grabs.
Plus in the Issue is an exclusive interview with The Donnas who just can't stop talking about KISS, full details on the KISS auction, we also talk to The Australian Penthouse Pet for February who is also a huge KISS fan. Email us at radioactivefanclub@hotmail.com or check out our website at http://www.flatrate.net.au/~sidb/radioact.htm for all the details on RADIOACTIVE and how to join. Dale Sherman Interview / World Without Heroes Book Author
From: Dale Sherman
Dale Sherman will be doing a live radio interview on Monday, May 22 in the Boston area. Check out Joe Vig's POP EXPLOSION on WMFO (91.5 FM) at 1:00 PM. The show is also simulcast in mp3 at their website, www.wmfo.org, so join in anywhere in the world if you want to listen in. Dale will be talking about the WORLD WITHOUT HEROES book, the two BLACK DIAMOND books, the ALICE COOPER book and his new book projects as well. Check it out!
May 19
New Issue of KISS Kollector Magazine Out Soon
From: Joop
No. 32 of KISS Kollector magazine is being printed right now and will be out soon. As per usual it's jampacked with articles and photos. This time the magazine includes a report on the first leg of the Farewell Tour, the NAMM show, review of KISSTORY II, an awesome contest for which prizes include no less than 10 copies of The Second Coming on DVD, the first part of our story on all tribute albums and cover versions of KISS tunes, a report on a visit to Ace Frehley's mother Esther plus photos of her living room full of Ace/KISS memorabilia, news and much more.
May 18
KISS Postpones Minneapolis Show Until May 18th
From: cmende@altavista.net
According to our local radio station, 93X, KISS postponed their scheduled concert tonight, May 17th, until tomorrow, May 18th due to foul weather grounding KISS' aircraft in Chicago. Skid Row and Ted Nugent are still slated to open the gig. Fans can get a refund for the postponed show or use their tix for the rescheduled May 18th show.
Last Tour Is Sealed With A KISS
From: Qconline.com via Craig
If it's true that this is KISS' final tour, that after this trek across the hinterlands the quartet of Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss is going to take off the makeup for the final time, at least they can be pleased they went out on top. KISS' latest jaunt has been a bombastic success. The band has been selling out arenas across the country in record time, due in large part to its reputation as a killer live act -- a reputation which was duly earned during Tuesday night's fiery two-hour-plus performance at The Mark of the Quad Cities before a sold-out crowd of roughly 11,000. It was a show that was satisfying in every way a fan could hope for -- its set list was heavy on their greatest hits; it was jam-packed with special effects; and it was alive with pulse-pounding energy. Click Here To Read The Full Article
The Goodbye KISS
From: Pjstar.com via Brian Cory
Karmen Hall-Miller used to fend off the lascivious advances of Gene Simmons. Back in the '70s, musician Craig Moore kept coming up a day late and a dollar short of opening for Kiss. Rick "Danger" Brown scored a beloved childhood souvenir, only to see it turned to junk. And what Jay Goldberg has seen, he can't talk about. With Kiss paying its (allegedly) final visit to Peoria Monday, a handful of fans reminisced with us about their first-hand brushes with "The Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Band in the World." Their Kiss-and-tell stories:
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Goodbye KISS
From: Startribune.com via Brian Cory
His days of wearing cherry-red lipstick, clown-white face paint and a single black star around the right eye are numbered. Paul Stanley, the guitar-smashing romantic icon of Kiss, is packing away the 7-inch platform boots and the glitter-and rhinestone-studded leotards. So are his three cohorts -- Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss -- as rock's best-known theatrical band is taking its last bows after 28 years. The group's farewell tour began this month in Phoenix and comes to Target Center in Minneapolis on Wednesday. Amid smoke, fire and levitating stage platforms, the group hit the top in the '70s; the members splintered, stripped the makeup and carried on in the '80s; reunited and relived the glory days with fans -- the Kiss Army -- in the '90s. In the '00s, Kiss is leaving the road, but Stanley is far from wistful about the occasion. "There is nothing in my life that is bittersweet," he said from Phoenix. "It's all good, all incredible and all gratifying." While the likes of the Who, Ozzy Osbourne and Elton John have cried "retirement" only to return to the stage before your souvenir "Farewell Tour" T-shirt has worn out, Stanley is adamant that his band's current trek truly is a goodbye kiss.
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Band May Be Kiss of Death For Eardrums
From: Toledoblade.com via Lorie
If you've tried to hold a conversation with someone around town during the last week, you may have noticed that they haven't paid much attention to you. If that's the case, I think maybe I can tell you why. It could be because: A. You're just really boring. B. The person you're talking to went to the KISS concert a week ago, and he or she hasn't been able to hear much of anything since then. KISS, as you may or may not know, is a famous rock band, and like most famous rock bands, its live performances are all about being bigger, flashier - and louder - than those of the next rock band. It's been this way ever since the Rolling Stones became much bigger than Herman's Hermits by simply cranking up their amps and having Mick Jagger jump around madly and wave his lips during shows. It's not every day that a band of KISS's caliber appears in Toledo, and the fact that the band is in the middle of its final farewell tour made its concert here particularly momentous.
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May 17
For Sale: The Official KISS Plymouth Prowler and Music Box Trailer
From: Nowell Herman, KISS Prowler Owner
Appraised For $142,000.00 - Selling Price $125,000.00 FIRMThis one-of-a-kind KISS Prowler is based on a 1999 Plymouth Prowler. This Prowler was bought by KISS and totally customized for KISS by TGF/MetalCrafters. This Prowler was used to promote KISS' awesome Psycho Circus World Tour. The KISS Prowler and music box trailer have been featured on TV, in a KISS promotional video, at KISS public appearances, in numerous magazines and books including the world famous - KISSTORY II and on hundreds of websites. The KISS Prowler is considered by KISS experts and automotive and memorabilia appraisers to be the rarest, most valuable, and most desirable pieces of KISS memorabilia ever! The KISS Prowler has 300 miles and comes with a matching, self-contained music box trailer (a customized Prowler Trailer), complete with instrument storage compartments, 12 channel mixing board, guitar amps, wireless microphone, speakers, and drum machine. The Music Box Trailer was built so KISS could plug in and play live on the spot, right out of the back of the Prowler Trailer at any location! Also included are a set of Peter Criss signature series drumsticks and a Paul Stanley PS2000 signature series guitar. KISS has sold over 75 million records since 1974. KISS is second only to the Beatles in the number of Gold albums they have been awarded. For more information visit: www.prowlerclub.com/kiss.htm Serious Inquires Only- Call (732) 364-3637 or email prowl@prowlerclub.com
KISS ASYLUM/KNAC.com Exclusive KISS Photos
From: KISS ASYLUM & KNAC.com
KISS ASYLUM and KNAC.com are proud to team up to present to the KISS ASYLUM visitors some great exclusive photos from KISS' Farewell Tour concert in Chicago May 11th and 12th.
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KNAC's Exclusive KISS Tour Photos From Chicago
From: KNAC.com
Click over to KNAC.com to view more of KNAC's exclusive Farewell Tour photos from KISS' Chicago shows May 11th and 12th.
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May 16
Lose Yourself Somewhere "West of Eight"
From: KISS ASYLUM
It turns out that Tod Howarth's previous two solo releases, Silhouette and Cobalt Parlor, while both very impressive and enjoyable, were only the tip of the musical iceberg Tod had in store for us all. With his newest release, "West of Eight," Tod serves up a sonic assault of an iceberg big enough to sink the Titanic! Weighing in at slightly over an hour, the fifteen music tracks (plus a spoken "liner note" track called "Thanks," which is exactly that) assembled here represent some of the most complete, satisfying musicianship that I've had the pleasure to experience in recent memory. Tod, an extremely accomplished musician, handles all lead and backing vocals, lead and rhythm guitars, keyboards, acoustic, baritone and bass guitars. He does leave the drumming in the hands (and feet) of the very able Dave Aaron, and the lightening fingered Jamie Eden steps up to the plate for both lead and rhythm guitar work on eight of the album's tracks. Put all that together, simmer for two to three years to make sure all components are aged to perfection, serve LOUD, and you have the musical masterpiece otherwise known as "West of Eight."
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West of Eight CD Contest
From: KISS ASYLUM
Tod Howarth and KISS ASYLUM are giving away copies of Tod's new album, "West of Eight" to 4 lucky winners! The contest is easy - just fill out the entry form giving us your contact information and answer one question (hint included!) about "West of Eight" for your chance to win! Entries must be received by midnight EST April 26th, and winners will be chosen at random from all eligible entries. Only one entry per person please. Entries must include a complete mailing address in order to qualify for the drawing. Winners will be notified directly by private email, as well as being announced on KISS ASYLUM's West of Eight Contest Page.
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Gene Simmons To Produce Two More Movies
From: Metal Edge Online
Gene Simmons will produce two films, both thrillers, for Interlight Pictures. The first, "The November Files", is about a young lawyer framed for murdering his family who must fight to prove his innocence, and the second is "Tennessee Waltz", about a former detective investigating his brother's murder. To early to tell whether Simmons will appear in either of the films.
KISS Farewell Tour Webcast - "On Demand"
From: KISS ASYLUM
Bummer. You missed the May 11 live webcast of the KISS Farewell Tour from Chicago. But don't look so glum, chum. Because between now and June 11, you can still experience the glory of the Webcast in its entirety. So crank up those computer speakers and rock with the coolest hard-rock band ever. Click Here To Relive The Concert Webcast!Fan Feedback: "KISS Live Webcasts "
From: KISS ASYLUM
For the first two legs of the KISS Farewell Tour VH-1.com has given online fans a "jump" at getting KISS tickets first before they go on sale at ticket locations around the country. Some people seemed to do really well getting good seats for shows, while others experienced massive frustration with the presale set up. KISS ASYLUM wanted to know how the online fans felt about the ticket presale and the majority of the fans, 60% felt it was a good thing compared to 30%. The poll breakdown is as follows: Yes 59.7% - (1490 Votes); No 30.5% - (762 Votes); Not sure 9.5% - (239 Votes).
More and more bands seem to be trying to take advantage of the interactive features offered by the world wide web as another way of involving their fans worldwide. KISS is no exception, and have taken part over the past few months in "webcasts" of several KISS performances including the Pixelon.com launch party, VH1.com's coverage of the DRC Movie Premiere Party, and most recently Pepsiworld.com's broadcast from a performance of the Farewell Tour in Chicago. In KISS ASYLUM's latest Fan Feedback poll we want to know "What has your experience been in participating in these live webcasts of KISS performances?" Click over to www.kissasylum.com/poll/ to cast your vote and make your opinion heard. Also, don't forget to post up your comments about "KISS' live webcasts" on KISS ASYLUM's KISS Army Online bulletin board at www.kissasylum.com/bbs/
Goodbye KISS Tour Pulls Out All The Stops
From: Dispatch.com via Brian Cory
Saturday night at Polaris Amphitheater, more than 18,000 people wanted the best, and they got the best. The hottest band in the land -- Kiss. Kiss says it will tour never again with the original band members in costume and makeup. After the show, many audience members sat stone-faced in seats watching roadies tear down the set. But for two hours these people -- most of them in their mid-30s to 50s -- also "got'' many Thank-You's and We Love You!s from these comic- book heroes come to life for "fulfilling their dreams,'' as drummer Peter Criss put it, opportunities to see live, bare pneumatic breasts shown on three video screens. And fire. Lots of fire. Pinwheels of sparks spun on Criss' drum riser and at the end of Ace Frehley's Gibson Les Paul. Columns of fire shot 20 feet high during Heaven's On Fire. Bassist Gene Simmons spewed an alcohol ball at a torch. Frehley topped that by shooting a stream of fire from his guitar at two balloons in the rafters. All in all, the people Kiss hooked in the '70s by creating cartoonish superhero alter-egos with Kabuki make-up, platform boots, glitter, anthem-rock (Rock and Roll All Nite) and one high-in-fat cheese ballad (Beth) "got'' a rock 'n' roll show that filled up an amphitheater the way big rock 'n' roll should.
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Who Died And Made You Paul Stanley?
From: mrstanley1@core.com
Everyone has heard the saying "Who died and made you king?" or "Who died and made you god?" Well now KISS fans have the chance to show the world who they think is god, or king for that matter. The shirts are black with the silk screened slogan, "Who died and made YOU Paul Stanley?" (or Gene, Peter or Ace) across the front in white. The shirts are being sold for $19.95 plus $3.20 priority S&H and are available in XL or 2XL. Anyone interested in ordering can contact mrstanley1@core.com directly for more details or visit Ebay. May 14
KNAC.com Fan Meets KISS in Chicago
From: KNAC.com
Enough said, KNAC.com delivers again! Jack Shields, the winner of the Kiss in Chicago contest, got to meet the masked rockers (click to KNAC to see the photo). Jack was able to get all 4 members of Kiss to sign his custom painted Kiss Goalie Mask, get his mug snapped and share words with Kiss. Last I saw, Ace was handing him picks as the band walked right on stage! Video of the entire thing coming soon! Keep your eye out as we'll come up with another one soon , and maybe you can meet your Pure Rock heroes!
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May 11
Live KISS Farewell Tour Webcast - 5/11
From: KISS ASYLUM
Experience a live KISS concert at Pepsiworld! Our exclusive webcast from Chicago invites you to catch KISS on their historic Farewell Tour from wherever you are! Log on and rock out on Thursday, May 11 with friends and fans from around the world. KISS rocks with Pepsi.
Click Here To Watch The Live Webcast!KISS Songs Largely Sound The Same
From: Toledo Blade via Brian Cory
Take every gimmick, cliche, and three-chord rock song and magnify it by a thousand and that's what KISS gave the crowd of 6,600 in concert last night at the University of Toledo's John F. Savage Hall. Walls of flame, clouds of smoke, fireworks, blood, a disco ball, band members flying through the air, and 20 classic KISS tunes played at maximum volume gave the audience a thrill a minute during the band's nonstop two-hour show that's part of what it is calling its farewell tour.
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May 10
KISS Immortals At KISS ASYLUM
From: KISS ASYLUM
KISS ASYLUM wants to remind its visitors that each and every week right here at KISS ASYLUM you can view the latest episodes of the KISS Immortals! KISS Immortals is the first-ever, made-for-the-Web 3-D animated series that features the actual voices, music, and likenesses of music legends KISS. If you have not signed up to watch the KISS Immortals multipath movies and receive email reminder updates to future episodes, please do so today! Just click the KISS IMMORTALS multipath movie graphic on the right side column of KISS ASYLUM for more information.
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The KAOL Countdown Sale
From: Kathy Labonte
KAOL is moving its base of operations later this month to a new location and to help make the move a little lighter, we're offering a huge sale on Dale Sherman's "A World Without Heroes" book and Soundtrack. The price for this package is usually $25 but for the next 14 days only you can get it for $20 and that INCLUDES the shipping. Never will the price on this be that low again so if you've been waiting for a reason to order, this is it. This is ONLY for 14 days and does NOT include International customers (sorry). The book contains a 70 minute Soundtrack CD in the back cover from the KISS Army OnLine (KAOL). Just like a motion picture soundtrack, 25 KISS songs are re-created by KAOL musicians to tell the tale musically and follow each chapter of the story. The book also comes handnumbered and includes a signed Certificate of Authenticity by Dale. Also included in the package is a customized World Without Heroes pen and bookmark set. This printing is limited and will vary from the next printing. The story combines both truth and fiction as Dale writes about the band's early days of the 70s and 80s, combining factual events with their meeting of the magical Talismans and the evil Blackwell. You'll want to read it from cover to cover the day you get it. Finally, and equally important, ALL PROFITS from this project are given to the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in Eric's memory. We've raised over $5,000 so far but can do a lot more if we sell out these few hundred books left. All orders must be in by Tuesday, May 23rd, for the special $20 price. Coming in June, we'll be starting to take pre-orders for the all new "Creatures of The Net - A New Millenium" featuring brand new tracks. So grab "A World Without Heroes" now while the price is low! Order instantly at our website by credit card. www.kissarmyonline.com
UNION In Sweden / Glamnation News
From: Stefan Cedervall / KISS Army Sweden
There's been some changes in Union's tour schedule for June. Here's the final Scandinavian dates.
June 7th: Stockholm, Sweden - Pub Anchor
June 8th: Oslo, Norway - Tors Hammer
June 9th: Gothenburg, Sweden - Sticky Fingers
June 10th: Solvesborg, Sweden - Sweden Rock Festival
Opening acts will be presented later. As usual, more information available at http://www.kissarmysweden.com. Our tour with Glamnation was a great success with several soldout gigs. A dynamic performance with songs by Sweet, AC/DC, T-Rex, KISS (Rock And Roll All Nite, Shock Me and Beth), ABBA, Gary Glitter, Stooges, David Bowie, Rolling Stones etc, overwhelmed the crowd in Sweden and Norway. Special thanks from KISS Army Sweden to Ryan, Eric, Eric, Teddy, Stefan, KISS Army Norway and Bai Bang with crew for an excellent week.
14th Annual NY KISS Expo - Report
From: Bob Rodrick
I attended the 14th Annual NY Kiss Expo at the Rothman Center in Hackensack, NJ on April 30. TONS of great guests were on hand to sign autographs, take pictures and talk with the Kiss fans. Bruce Kulick was the main attraction guest and signed every single autograph and talked with every fan that came up to him. I took a roll of film and I put together a special webpage with the photos from the convention, along with a more detailed description of what was happening at the event. It was a good time.
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May 9
Fire-breathing KISS Says Goodbye
From: ToledoBlade.com via Brian Cory
Could this really be the end? Will the Tuesday stop of KISS: The Farewell Tour truly be the last time that the four face-painted, fire-breathing, blood-gurgling rock and rollers will grace the stage in Toledo? "Yes," Gene Simmons said, then paused dramatically. "I wanted to wait after I said 'Yes' just to make sure that people know it really is. Because we don't need to do that to sell tickets. The first 30 shows sold out the first day on VH-1. At the present rate, this will again be the No. 1 tour." KISS has outlasted five presidents, notched more Gold Records than any group except the Beatles, sold an estimated 80 to 100 million albums, raked in the most money of any rock tour of 1996 ($43 million), and marketed its image on everything from "KISS movies to KISS condoms," Simmons boasted. "There wasn't much else to do. So if you're going to quit, it's best to quit on top," he said, citing basketball legend Michael Jordan and actress Greta Garbo as inspirations for stepping out of the spotlight while at the peak of one's profession.
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Bliss with KISS: Big-act Bill of KISS, Nugent Really Works To Rock 'n' Shock
From: Michigan Live via Brian Cory
Yeah, it was a rockin' free-for-all nite. How else can you describe a sold-out show at Van Andel Arena featuring KISS and Ted Nugent? You have one band kissing everybody goodbye with a farewell tour, and one man who shoots not only bows and arrows, but shoots his mouth off. The evening's best moment, by far, came at the end of KISS' set, when singer-guitarist Paul Stanley said, "If another band comes to this town and doesn't give you a show, they don't deserve your money or your respect. They aren't doing you a favor, you're doing them a favor."
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Grand Rapids Rock City
From: Michicgan Live via Brian Cory
On May 7th, Grand Rapids Press entertainment editor John Gonzalez and KISS fanatic/GR Press reporter Dave Murray gave live updates and answered fan e-mails direct from the KISS farewell show at VanAndel Arena.
Click Here To Read The Transcript With Live Photos!
May 8
Treat Yourself To A Little Sweet Pain!
From: KISS ASYLUM
Dutch KISS cover band Sweet Pain are making plans to hit the studio again this summer to record another tribute to the Hottest Band in the World! Always in the spirit of helping out our fellow KISS Army members, KISS ASYLUM has decided to re-run our review of Sweet Pain's first cover disc "KISS Un-Covered," which was released in 1999, to remind everyone of what the guys did on their last outing.
Click here to read a track by track review of Sweet Pain's "KISS Un-Covered!"
I Was A Roadie For KISS - March 29, 2000
From: Bob Rudea
On the day of the show I had the whole day off from work and told my brother that I was gonna drive to the arena early to watch the trucks unload and to see if the inflatables were gonna be used this tour. I drove down to the United Spirit Arena at about 11:30am wearing black Addidas sweatpants, a KISS T-shirt, KISS ballcap, a fanny pack, and I brought some work gloves..... just in case KISS needed an extra roadie. There were about 20 guys all dressed like me, and a few girls too. Bill was calling off names from a clipboard and when he was finished he said, "Whose name didn't I call?" I raised my hand and he asked my name and he wrote it down on the clipboard and said, "Let's start unloading those trucks." IT WAS THAT EASY!!! I couldn't believe it!!!
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Farewell Tour Replays Band's Classic Antics & Its Great Songs
From: Cleveland.com via Brian Cory
Farewell concert reminds us why band will be missed . Kiss is going out with a bang - multiple bangs, actually. The last of the makeup-wearing, fire-breathing, pyromaniacal hard-rock heroes brought their farewell tour to Gund Arena last night for the first of two shows. They perform there again tonight. Singer-guitarist Paul Stanley is Broadway-bound, singer-bassist Gene Simmons has been fielding acting offers, guitar whiz Ace Frehley wants to get back to his solo career and drummer Peter Criss ... well, maybe he'll turn up someday to croon "Beth" at a dinner theater near you. They range in age from late 40s to early 50s. Last night, the foursome put on the greasepaint, squeezed into the body armor and slipped on the seven-inch heels one more time for nearly 17,003 fans. In the audience were parents with young children in tow, as well as longstanding members of the Kiss Army who enlisted back when moms and dads used to worry that Kiss was doing the devil¹s work. Ah, the good old days.
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May 6
KISS Auction Preview Photos
From: Marty Downes
I went to the KISS Aution Preview today (May 5, 2000) in NJ. It was very cool, they had about 60 items from the catalog. There are over 850 items in the catalog. The catalog itself is well worth the $35. I urge anyone in the NYC area to check out the preview this weekend. Click Here To View The Photos
Venture Into Voodooland, You Won't Be Sorry!
From: KISS ASYLUM
Former Ace Frehley Band member and "Into the Void" co-writer Karl Cochran has a new band, Voodooland. If you liked ESP, which also featured Karl's impressive musical talents, you'll love Voodooland. The band's self-titled EP, which reflects a heavy blues-rock influenced sound, is the 70's rock sound at its best. Along with special guests Ace Frehley (1 track only) and Eric Singer, Voodooland is comprised of Karl on guitars, bass and vocals, Bruce Terkildsen on bass and vocals, Billy Orrico and Dave Halprin on drums, and Tommy Lamb on harp. There are seven tracks on Voodooland's awesome debut, and every one rocks!Click Here To Read A Full Track By Track Review!
Alternate Album Focus: Alive!
From: Rich Hund
The insatiable appetite of KISS fans for news on their favorite group has never been fed as much as it has been in the last few years. Many long-term KISS fans learned the band's history slowly and in patches, first through their music and album covers, then magazine articles and rumors from classmates in school, and finally through the KISSTORY book, various biographies, and the Internet. These fans now know more than ever about the personalities, studio musicians, mindsets of members throughout the years. And yet so much mystery remains. So many stories, facts and tidbits remain shrouded in secrecy. The Alternate Album Focus rips off this veil and exposes KISS for who they really were and are.
Karl Cochran On Rat Radio Tonight!
From: KISS ASYLUM
Tonight (Sunday, May 7th) is the night former Ace Frehley band member Karl Cochran will be appearing live on Rat Radio (95.9 FM in the N.J. area). If you don't live in the N.J. area you can catch Karl's appearance via www.wrat.com radio online! Karl is scheduled to appear on The Rat's "Electric Ballroom" program, with his segment slated to run approximately 10:30-11:45pm Eastern time. During the program Karl will be taking calls and answering your questions, as well as playing tracks off his new cd Voodooland!
Cleveland KISS Photo Set
From: Cleveland.com via Brian Cory
Click here to see some cool photos from Cleveland.com
A Good-bye Kiss From The Band
From: Cleveland.com via Brian Cory
Masters of makeup and mayhem meander down a trail of memories When future historians dissect the decade of the ¹70s, they will inevitably stumble upon its most defining poetic expression:" I want to rock and roll all night And party every day. I want to rock and roll all night And party every day. I want to rock and roll all night And party every day." They are the lyrics to "Rock and Roll All Nite," performed most memorably on the double live album "Alive" in 1975 by a band steeped in pyrotechnics, special effects, cartoon-character gimmickry, platform shoes and makeup: Kiss. Unlike many bands, who make an incredibly great first album, then put out a few stinkers, Kiss built slowly. Its first three albums were largely ignored, but the band toured extensively in 1974 and 1975, including at the Agora and Allen Theatre, where Kiss opened for the New York Dolls, another New York band that favored makeup (albeit more feminine) and platform shoes. Then they put their best shtick forward by showcasing their live act on an album.
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Bruce Kulick Interview On Future Now Radio
From: Future Now Radio
Catch Al Cocchi's interview with Bruce Kulick on Future Now Radio at www.futurenowradio.com. The interview will air : May 17 at 12noon, May 20 at 3pm, May 22 at 9pm, May 26 at 11am.
May 5
KISS Chicago Kontest: Meet The Band, Win Tix, And Be On KNAC.COM
From: KNAC.com
The time has come again for Rob and Lonn to hit the road and file another chapter in the KNAC.COM Kiss Journal. On this pilgrimage, we'll be taking our digicams to the wonderful windy city of Chicago, Illinois, for the May 11th and 12th shows at Allstate Arena. On night one, Rob and I will be wandering the parking lot, talking to fans who've donned their finest KISS regalia, searching not just for fan stories of the heaviest band in the world, but for members of our army as well. If you're a windy city/KNAC.COM/KISS commando -- and we find you -- you'll have a chance to win a pair of tickets to the next evening's performance AND a pre-show audience with the band! That's right! Get your mug in front of our roving camera, win a some free tix, and maybe get a few special moments with Gene, Paul, Ace and Peter in the flesh, complete it photo of you and the band which will go up on our site. So lay out your leather and make up, Chicago: "We're still just getting staaaarted!!"
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KISS Sell Out
From: VH1.com
No one really knows when KISS' Farewell tour is going to end, but one thing's for sure. The band is certainly saying good-bye to most of its instruments, costumes, and props. KISS have announced an auction of the tools of their trade, due to take place over the weekend of June 24 at Los Angeles' Paramount Studios. Internet users will be able to bid on the goodies through real-time online bidding. "We don't want this stuff - the great outfits and guitars - to be mothballed," bassist Gene Simmons said in a statement. "We would rather the world have it. We've always been of the people, for the people, and by the people. We would like as many people as possible to have a piece of KISS." Paul Stanley added, "We have so much to be incredibly thankful for, and there is a tremendous sense of satisfaction and joy in being able to make all these items available to the people who took us from the streets of New York to arenas and stadiums around the world. This has been an incredible trip that wouldn't have happened without them."
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KISS Concert Updates From Michigan Live
From: R.J. White, Entertainment Editor - Michigan Live
KISS is currently winding their way across the U.S. for what is (supposedly) their farewell tour. On Sunday, May 7th, at 7 pm, they'll be stop by Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Can't go? Don't worry- the Grand Rapids Press and Michigan Live will bring you live updates from Grand Rapids Press entertainment editor John Gonzalez and KISS fanatic/GR Press reporter Dave Murray through the entire show. From Ted Nugent's opener to the last licks of "Detroit Rock City" in the second encore, they'll take questions and give a play-by-play, blow-by-blow, riff-by-riff account of the action. So, put on the face paint, slap "Destroyer" into the CD player and fire up the computer- this is going to rock. Hard. Click Here For More Details!
You Hear Me: I Must KISS & Say Goodbye
From: ThePittsburghchannel.com via Lisa Jackson
I am sad. Why, you ask? Are my stocks down? Is my car kaput? Has the "I Love You" virus screwed up my e-mail? No, I am heartbroken because my favorite band is on its "farewell" tour. You see, I am a KISS fan -- and damn proud of it. I can hear the snickers now: the snide remarks about the makeup, platform boots, and big hair are something I've heard since I was six and bought a copy of "KISS Alive" when I was in first grade (I saved up my money from little chores assigned by my mom).
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The 2nd Buenos Aires KISS Expo - May 28
From: Gabriel Ravarini
KISSFEVER is proud to announce The 2nd. Buenos Aires KISS Expo May 28, Sunday, 2000 - from 2:00 p.m at LA TRASTIENDA, Balcarce 460. Capital Federal. One more time Buenos Aires it's the center of an unique KISS event in South America with special guest ERIC SINGER. The 2nd. Buenos Aires KISS Expo will have EVERYTHING that a KISS Expo should have: KISS dealers, KISS Musseum of new & old KISS memorabilia, Giveaways! Be ready to live an historic day among fans and with ERIC SINGER! ERIC SINGER will do an autograph & photo sesions with the fans, Q & A with Eric - so you can ask him whatever you wish, and ERIC SINGER will be playing classic KISS songs LIVE with MAD (Argentinean Rock and Roll band). Plus, Eric will be bringing his exclusive merchandise! This is your only chance to get it right from Eric's hands! Tickets are LIMITED, and you can get them in advance with discount since this next Saturday (May 6) in: Metal Rock: Cuenca 2840 - Local 14 - Villa del Parque T.E.: 4504-7858 - 4504-3412. Rock Soldiers: Av. Rivadavia 6733 Galerķa Le Boulevard. Flores. Rare Records: Lavalle 835, Local 31. The ticket price is $13 in advance / $16 at the door. For more info go to http://www.kissfever.com.ar/ or send an email to gabrielm@kissfever.com.ar or call at 4293-8663.
May 4
Pioneering Rockets KISS Team With Top Auctioneers To Sell Their Classic Costumes, Instruments And Photos
From: Butterfields
As rock events go, this one is nothing short of KISStoric. Capping off their triumphant sold-out farewell tour, the members of KISS have teamed with Butterfields Auctioneers (an eBay company, NASDAQ: EBAY) and Greg Manning Auctions, Inc. (NASDAQ: GMAI), to auction many of the legendary band's stage-played instruments, original costumes, memorabilia and personally-owned items used since its 1972 inception. As befits the precedent-setting KISS The Auction which will take place Saturday and Sunday June 24 and 25 in Los Angeles at Paramount Studios' Theater, with real-time online bidding -- marks the first time a rock band has joined forces with major auctioneers to create a huge event and worldwide opportunity for fans to own a piece of rock history. The auction is jointly sponsored by Butterfields Auctioneers, Greg Manning Auctions, Inc. Kiss Catalog,
Ltd., and KISS founding members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley.Click Here To Read The Full Article!
KISS Teams With Butterfields and Greg Manning Auctions, Inc. to Auction Classic Costumes, Instruments and Photos
From: PRnewswire
WEST CALDWELL, N.J., May 3 /PRNewswire/ -- The member of KISS have teamed with Butterfields Auctioneers (an eBay company, (Nasdaq: EBAY)) and Greg Manning Auctions, Inc. (Nasdaq: GMAI), to cap off their triumphant sold-out farewell tour by auctioning many of the band's stage-played instruments, original costumes, memorabilia and personally-owned items used since its 1972 inception. As befits the precedent-setting "KISS The Auction," taking place live on Saturday and Sunday June 24-25 in Los Angeles at Paramount Studios' Theater with real-time Internet bidding, the auction marks the first time a rock band has joined forces with major auctioneers to create worldwide opportunity for fans to own a piece of rock history. The auction is jointly sponsored by Butterfields Auctioneers, Greg Manning Auctions, Inc., Kiss Catalog, Ltd., and KISS founding members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley.
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KISS Seals Up Fabulous Farewell Show
From: Dailymail.com via Brian Cory
On a classic episode of "Seinfeld," Jerry and George discussed the secret to success on the stage. "Showmanship," Jerry said. "Hit the high note and then walk off the stage." "Keep them wanting more," George concurred. Tuesday night at the Civic Center, four other guys from New York did just that. In what was likely its last appearance in West Virginia, KISS treated its army of fans to a two-hour-plus assault of the senses. From the opening chords of "Detroit Rock City" to the final notes of "Rock And Roll All Nite," the makeup-wearing monsters of rock poured their hearts and souls out.
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KISS Psycho Circus Comics Update
From: Spacebass
Kiss Psycho Circus issue # 29 (features the return of...someone) and Kiss Psycho Circus: Whispered Scream Trade paperback # 3 (includes issues 7, 8, 9 & 18) have both been released. Swing by our site and check out our new 'Reprints' page. We also have some preview covers for upcoming issues up as well. The latest Psycho Poll is still going too, so if you haven't already voted come on by.
May 3
Gene Simmons In The Movies
From: Metal Edge Online
KISS' Gene Simmons will make a cameo appearance as a record company mogul in a VH1 original movie tentatively titled "At Any Cost", about a band trying to make it big in Los Angeles. Simmons, who'll be seen on the big screen as a hairdresser in the dark comedy "Wish You Were Dead" and is producing "Rock and Roll All Nite" for CBS (about a couple that meets at a KISS concert), is also developing a minisieries and two series for VH1.
KISS Goodbye
From: Roanoke.com via Brian Cory
That cockroach thing they used to say about Cher? They say it about KISS, too. At the end of the civilization, there will still be KISS and cockroaches. Now, there may just be cockroaches. Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss, the four guys who formed the self-proclaimed greatest rock group in the world, are retiring. Golf is not in their future. Fishing, either. "Jews fishing, that's hilarious," said Simmons, who, pre-rock, was Gene Klein, an Israeli-born school teacher living in the Bronx. "We don't do that stuff. Take the hook and put it through a piece of flesh and rip it out? We don't do that. Guys named Jim and Billy Bob do that." Guys named Gene Simmons spit blood and flex their tongues and breathe fire and have sex with thousands of women. Guys named Paul Stanley wear lipstick, sing "Love Gun" and have sex with thousands of women.
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Tod Howarth Update
From: KISS ASYLUM
Those in the San Francisco area are in for a treat! Former Frehley's Comet band member Tod Howarth will appearing with old friends/band mates Cheap Trick for an acoustical show in Saratoga, California (just "under" San Francisco) on June 30th. Additionally, Tod's entire West of Eight band will open for Cheap Trick on July 2nd in San Diego at a place called Humphries. As it now stands this will be a one shot performance from the guys who brought you the awesome "West of Eight" cd, so be sure to check it out if you are lucky enough to live or be in the area! And don't forget, you can still pick up a copy of the 15 track "West of Eight" disc via Tod's website for only $15.00 ($17.00 outside of USA), which includes S&H! Just click over to Camp Tod for all the ordering details!
Sweet Pain Wants Your Help!
From: Mich Zwartjes
Dutch KISS cover band Sweet Pain are making plans to hit the studio again this summer to record another tribute to the Hottest Band in the World! Songs that are being considered for inclusion are "All Hell's Breakin' Loose" and "Room Service." The band plans to have 7 songs on this new cd, and wants the worldwide KISS Army to help pick which ones make the cut! Sweet Pain plays almost every KISS song in the catalog, so click over to the band's website and cast your vote for the songs to be included now! The band is also open for album title suggestions.
May 2
Live KISS Webcast From Chicago By Pepsiworld
From: Pepsi.com via Andrew David
Experience a live KISS concert - right here at Pepsiworld! Our exclusive webcast from Chicago invites you to catch KISS on their historic Farewell Tour from wherever you are! Log on and rock out on Thursday, May 11 with friends and fans from around the world. KISS rocks with Pepsi.
KISS Hell's Oklahoma Show Photo Gallery
From: KISS ASYLUM
Joe D, editor of the KISS Fanzine - KISS Hell, has sent in some cool photos he took while at the Oklahoma KISS Farewell Tour show. Click Here to view the photos!
7th Annual Detroit KISS Expo
From: DetroitKissExpo@aol.com
The 7th Annual Detroit Kiss Expo will be held Sunday August 6 at the Detroit Metro Airport Ramada Inn in Romulus, MI. It will run from 11:00 am until 7:00 pm. There will be a special set by Detroit's very own Kiss Tribute band Detroit Rock City where you can vote on the Internet and pick their set list! For complete details on tickets and more check out the Detroit Kiss Expo web site.
May 1
KISS Unauthorized Video Giveaway Winners
From: KISS ASYLUM
Congratulations to the 8 winners in our KISS Unauthorized Video Giveaway: Kimberly Hagan of Union, South Carolina; Kevin Wolf of Beaumont, Texas; Reno Dionisiou of Lancashire, England; Keith Simpson of Moses Lake, Washington; Devin Porter of Chula Vista, California; Michael W. Riffle of Clinton, Ohio; Scott Ambrose of White Marsh, Virginia; and Matthew Dewar of London, Ontario. Each winner will receive one VHS copy of the new KISS Unauthorized Video. For those that did not win, you can purchase KISS Unauthorized at the KISS Shop.
Live KISS Thought Vault & NJ Expo Cool - Bruce To Do A Book
From: Ron Albanese
Just returned to the real world after departing the surreal atmosphere of the 14th Annual NJ Kiss Expo here in NJ. Overall, the event lived up to its own time-tested standards, with dealers and attendees all having a good time of it all; The tables were filled with great stuff (I should have bought that '78 Peter single!) and the guests were cool (especially Bruce Kulick, who officially announced that he's working on a book during the interview I did with him!). I am happy to report that the Live Kiss Thought Vault was an unqualified success, far surpassing my expectations -- who would've thought that the bands' performing of "Heaven's on Fire" on the current tour would make for such debate fodder! Thanks to all who particpated and listened to the panel. Stay tuned for a report on the live Thought Vault later this week, sure to be written in total Thought Vault style!
KISS Appologizes To Greenville Fans
From: Greenvilleonline.com
In a letter published in The Greenville News, April 27, 2000, KISS appologizes to the fans for the tech screw-up of referring to Greenville as "Greenfield" on the big screen at the end of that nights KISS concert. You can view KISS' letter of apology by clicking here.
Fan Feedback: "VH1 Farewell Tour Ticket Presale"
From: KISS ASYLUM
Loyal KISS fans just don't want to see KISS stop touring, and hope that some how, some way this current Farewell Tour will not be the last KISS tour. If, down the road, KISS were to decide that they didn't want the Farewell Tour to be their last either, how do you think they'd hit the road again? KISS ASYLUM asked online fans "If KISS were to ever tour again, in what incarnation of the band do you think it would be?" 50% of the online fans believed that if KISS toured again either Paul and Gene would reunite with Bruce and Eric and tour or the original KISS in makeup would tour again. The poll breakdown was as follows: Gene & Paul reunite with Bruce and Eric on full tour - 32.8% (2364 Votes); Original KISS in makeup on full tour - 21.2% (1534 Votes); Original KISS on an acoustic convention tour (makeup or non) - 12.9% (934 Votes); Original KISS with Bruce and Eric on an acoustic convention tour - 10.1% (734 Votes); Original KISS without makeup on full tour - 9.2% (663 Votes); Gene & Paul recruit new members for full tour - 8.1% (588 Votes); Not sure - 5.3% (387 Votes)
For the first two legs of the KISS Farewell Tour VH-1.com has given online fans a "jump" at getting KISS tickets first before they go on sale at ticket locations around the country. Some people seemed to do really well getting good seats for shows, while others experienced massive frustration with the presale set up. In KISS ASYLUM's latest Fan Feedback poll we want to know "Was the VH-1.com Ticket Presale a good thing?" Click over to www.kissasylum.com/poll/ to cast your vote and make your opinion heard. Also, don't forget to post up your comments about the "VH-1.com KISS ticket presale" on KISS ASYLUM's KISS Army Online bulletin board at www.kissasylum.com/bbs/
News, Reviews and More Reviews
From: KISS ASYLUM
Over the weekend KISS ASYLUM added hundreds more reviews to its Views section, including reviews from the latest Farewell Tour shows, Rockology and Tale of the Fox reviews, as well as reviews of the World Without Heroes book and soundtrack. Also, over at UNION Asylum more tour and album reviews have been added as well. Additionally, while KISS ASYLUM did experience some server problems over the last two weeks, we did continue to keep up with the latest news on a daily basis. Thus, there is a lot of news in our archive section so be sure to click over and check out Page Two News and the KISS ASYLUM News Archive to catch up on anything you might have missed.
Future Now Radio's Coverage Of NJ KISS Expo
From: Future Now Radio
Be sure to listen for Future Now Radio's exclusive coverage of the 14th annual Kiss Expo and Hard Rock Convention hosted by the Staten Island Stud. His show is broadcast live from the convention in Hackensack New Jersey and features many interviews with celebrity musicians inckuding an interview with former Kiss guitarist and current Union guitarist Bruce Kulick conducted by Al Cocchi. Check out what Bruce has to say about former bandmates Gene Simmons, Peter Criss, Ace Frehley,Eric Carr, Eric Singer. and Paul Stanley. If you missesd it live on Sunday, the replays will air: Monday, May 1 from 3-7pm; Tuesday, May 2 from 10am to 2pm and Friday, May 5 from 12noon to 4pm.
KISSing Rock and Roll Goodbye
From: Dailymail.com via Brian Cory
They may be going, but they won't be forgotten. So says Paul Stanley, the co-founder, guitarist and lead singer of KISS. "We couldn't stop KISS if we wanted to," he said Tuesday prior to the band's show in Memphis. "KISS will go on because the fans will demand it." The legendary larger-than-life group is in the midst of its Farewell Tour, which makes a stop Tuesday at the Charleston Civic Center. Skid Row and Ted Nugent open the 7 p.m. show. Stanley, whose on-stage makeup consists of a star over his right eye, says the Farewell Tour is just that, not some ploy to sell more tickets. "We've never said this before and we'll never say it again," said the 48-year- old New York native. "At this point, it's really an honor to go out and give the ultimate thank-you' to our fans, who mean so much to us. This is about celebrating what we've accomplished over the last 25-plus years. Click Here To Read The Full Article
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