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May 27
KISS - Close Encounters of the 3-D Kind
From: Ian Eckstein
In the "Tune-Ups" section of the July "Guitar World" Magazine (Billy Corgan on the cover), this small article appears:
"KISS fans who dream of being face-to-face with the masked mugs of their heroes may get their wish this fall when Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss-the re-united KISS-take to the stage once again for a world tour that promises to be something extraordinary. In what is surely a rock concert first, KISS is planning to incorporate three-dimensional effects into the stage show which can only be viewed
through special 3D glasses.
"Prior to hitting the road, KISS will be releasing a new studio album entitled 'Psycho Circus' (the title of the band's current comic book series, published by Todd McFarlane Productions, the company that manufactures the wildly popular KISS action figures). Produced by Bruce Fairbairn at One on One and A&M studios in Los Angeles, 'Psycho Circus' represents the first time the original KISS members have recorded together since 1980's 'Unmasked' Album."
KISS Mention On Mark & Brian Radio Show
From: Jheni
Today I was listening to a local radio station (KLOS in Los Angeles) and they have a morning show called the "Mark and Brian Show". I turned it on right when they started talking about KISS. They made an "official announcement" that KISS would kick off their world tour at Dodger Stadium on Halloween. They also said that the show would include a huge setup and 3-D video screens. Then they talked about "Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park" for about 5 minutes. Great coverage.
KISS Covered in Scandinavia: Tribute CD Review
From: KISS Asylum
KISS Covered In Scandinavia, a Pink Honey Records/Quadromedia release, is one of the best KISS cover discs I've ever heard. Virtually every track has been given at least a minor personal touch by the artist who performs it (though more often than not the touch is a substantial one) making this, track for track, perhaps the most creative and original disc of KISS covers I've heard. It is also one of the most polished and professional sounding, which is not really surprising since over half the artists on the disc have released albums of their own in Europe/Scandinavia. The double CD's (the second disc contains interviews with KISS) excellent packaging includes a 12 page color booklet which contains detailed information about each of the artists on the disc, as well as other Pink Honey releases.
Click Here To Read A Track By Track Review Of This Cool KISS Cover Disc
May 26
Bruce Addresses Fan Concerns
From: The UNION Asylum
Bruce knows that UNION's great fans care a lot about him and the band and wanted to be sure he personally addressed their questions about the temporary tour interruption as soon as he got back home and had a chance to catch his breath. The UNION Asylum spoke with Bruce yesterday and here's what he had to say:
"Given the circumstances, coming home was the right thing to do. Yes, it was true that John and I were sick, but that wasn't the reason we came home. It was to regroup. We certainly don't regret any of the shows and I think we proved a lot. The management, all the promoters and the label all heard positive things and are all still 100% behind us. We will go back out on tour, and when we do it will be in a situation where we're out in a more solid sense and functioning totally on all four cylinders. We're gonna go back out and do it right, with everything in place. It doesn't do anyone any good when a show isn't given enough time to be advanced and promoted, but we don't fault the promoters for that. Even the ones that had to cancel shows saw the potential there and want UNION back. So I think that's important for all the fans to understand -- the promoters want us back, but they want us back regrouped too.
Would You Like To Know More? Click Over To The UNION Asylum!
State Of The UNION:
An Ongoing Report From Bruce & John
From: The UNION Asylum
Bruce and John have been discussing the new UNION album and doing a track by track analysis in periodic installments. This week UNION fans get another "double dip" as the guys conclude their analysis of the album with a discussion of both "ROBIN'S SONG" and, in a special "read about it before you can hear it" bonus, "FOR YOU" (a track featuring Bruce on lead vocals that is only available on the Japanese release of the UNION album -- currently set for June 6th).
Click Here To Read This Brand New DOUBLE Installment!
Tod Howarth Live June 6
From: Dwane
Hi everyone, I received a call from former Frehley's Comet member Tod Howarth this weekend asking if I would pass this along, so if you are in the San Diego, CA area or know someone that is, spread the word and let them know about this upcoming show. Tod Howarth will be live with his new band for the first time Saturday June
6, 1998 at Brick by Brick in San Diego, CA.
Would You Like To Know More? Click Here!
A World Without Heroes:
A Dale Sherman Novel
From: KISS Asylum
Are you ready for a special treat KISS fans? Well have we ever got one for you!! The KISS Asylum is proud to bring you an original KISS story by none other than Dale Sherman, author of the great KISS books "Black Diamond" & "Black Diamond 2."
Chapter THIRTEEN of Dale Sherman's Online Novel, "A World Without Heroes" is now up! Check it out! Click here to continue your journey to "A World Without Heroes!"
Seagram seals PolyGram deal
From: Ap Newswire via Gerald R Songy Jr
NEW YORK - Seagram is buying PolyGram, the world's largest music company, for $10.6 billion and spinning off its Tropicana juice business in deals that cement the beverage giant's transformation into a leading entertainment company. The widely expected deal announced Thursday allows Seagram to leapfrog competing conglomerates Time Warner and Sony in music and balance its entertainment holdings amid a long box-office slump at Universal Studios.
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May 25
MTV 1515 Kiss Sighting
From: Ken Kauno
Kiss was mentioned on MTV's news 1515 today as part of "albums coming out this lifetime". They mention Kiss has finished recording the new album and it will be out this summer.
KISS Mention In "Time" Magazine
From: Peter D. Gutierrez
In the May 25, 1998 issue of Time Magazine (Frank Sinatra cover) on page 33 in their "Numbers" feature KISS's record sales are compared with Ol' Blue Eyes.
22: Number of gold records Frank Sinatra earned in his career...
22: Number of gold records the band KISS has earned in its career, so far...
Black Diamond 3 Is Going On Hiatus
From: Dale Sherman
Back in 1990, I asked Eric Carr about his proposed cartoon show, THE ROCK HEADS. In response, he said something that I have always remembered. He stated he wished he had never made mention of the project until it was ready as he never wanted to come across as someone that says, "oh, I've got this project going, and this project's will be happening soon, and blah, blah, blah" when nothing ever happens. After all, if you boast about something that doesn't happen it just makes you look foolish.
I wish I had taken those words of wisdom to heart.
After the success of BD1 and BD2, I have been promising and promoting a third book in the BLACK DIAMOND series. The response to the project has been 100% positive feed-back from the fans. We have also had the good fortune of doing several interviews for the book with individuals that were very happy to help out. Honestly (and I have never been anything but honest in all of my dealings with the books), things were looking very good for the book and we had already planed a release date of October 1998. Yet, I have now decided to put the project on the back-burner for an unspecified amount of time.
Would You Like To Know More? Click Here
KAOL Songwriting & Story Contest
From: Kathy Labonte
There's been a great response from people wanting to participate in the final KAOL CD, "KAOL 3: The Spirit of '78" that will be released next year. A few have even said, "Gee, I wish I could sing or play an instrument so I could be on it". Well, here's your chance.
We are having a KAOL 3 songwriting contest. For the rest of the year we'll be accepting lyrics and or poetry written in memory of Eric. Since KAOL 3 is focusing on the music of the solo albums of 1978, we have some alternative things lined up to incorporate Eric, and this is one of them. Just send your poetry, lyrics, or prose to CarrEntry@aol.com and the best entries will get to participate on the CD. Music will be composed to the selected lyrics chosen and the vocals will be performed by one or several of the veteran KAOL artists.
One entry may be used in it's entirety, or lines from several different entries could be incorporated to create the song. Full credit will be given to the individuals whose work is used and their names will appear in the credits section of the CD booklet. Together we can create the first fan based song dedicated to Eric and release it as part of the fund raising for CHoW.
If you are not a songwriter that's okay too. There is still another way for you to be included in KAOL 3. If you've got an inspirational KISS story or Eric Carr story to share, send it in. It can be a story of when you met the band or Eric alone, or a story of how they may have affected your life in some sort of profound way. Share with us your childhood or adult tale and it just might make it onto the inside booklet of the CD. We will be selecting a few of these stories to be included as part of the CD packaging.
KAOL 3 will be the final installment of the series. We'd like to get as many of the fans involved as we can. So if you aren't in a position to audition for a musical spot, there are now 2 more options for you to consider. Again, you can send your entry to CarrEntry@aol.com and for more information on this contest, check the KAOL 3 page at the MusiCare Online website: http://www.musicareonline.org
[Click Here For More KAOL II News]
KISS In Hit Parader/Movie News
From: mtsi@nbnet.nb.ca
I was reading the Hit Parader yesterday and there was an article about KISS. It stated that Gene had hired a movie company to make a film of behind the scene footage of the production of their new album Psycho Circus, as well as footage from the Reunion Tour. It stated that this film should be ready before the end of 1998 (who knows) and could be shown on pay per view, as a TV movie, or it could be in theaters. It also had an article of the top 100 rock artists of all time: Ace came in at 42, Gene at 20, and Paul at 14.
May 21
KISS Sighting on WCW
From: James Rudd
Last night, on World Championship Wrestling's Thursday Night Thunder, a
wrestler named Raven called for another wrestler(Mortis) to settle a debt. The man who came out to the ring was wearing a black t-shirt with a picture of The Demon's monster boot on the front of it. The guy, who wasn't Mortis, got jumped by Raven's Flock and body guards. Meanwhile, Mortis jumped Raven from behind and wiped him out. When you are a KISS fan.......you're a KISS fan 4 LIFE!
May 19
Brian Holguin Chat
From: SirLoren
On Tuesday June 16th from 7-8pm CST, Brian Holguin (writer of Psycho Circus comic) will chatting it up at Wizard's comic site. The address is http://www.wizardworld.com.
Kevin Conrad & Brian Holguin Interviews
From: Chris Cook
I just posted my exclusive interveiws with Kevin Conrad -Inks for Psycho Circus and Brian Holguin writter for Psycho Circus on my web page. Click the URL to check them out. http://www.angelfire.com/ri/acepages/index.html. From the main page click on Psycho Circus Reveiw and that will bring you to the interveiws.
First Ever Moscow KISS Expo
From: Dmitry Zaretsky
The first ever Kiss Expo in Russia will be held on 24th of May in ZIL house of culture. It will feature some local bands performing "the hottest KISS hits", as said in the promo poster for convention, and official merchandise trading. The convention is organized by the largest Russian Kiss fan club "Moscow Rock City". Also the convention will feature people from Queen and David Bowie fan clubs performing.
[For Up-to-date KISS Expo Tour Dates & Info -- Click Here]
May 18
Special David Snowden/KISS Asylum Offer
From: David Snowden & KISS Asylum
As a way of welcoming David Snowden Promotions to KISS Asylum, we have teamed up with Snowden to bring a special offer to all KISS Asylum visitors -- if you mention you saw the David Snowden Promotions' banner ad on KISS Asylum when you place your order, you will receive 10% off your total order amount! This offer is good for a limited 30 day time period, and only applies to instock items. Just read below for info on some new KISS merchandise, and visit our KISS Merchandise News Page for info on previously announced items.
New KISS Merchandise
From: David Snowden
KISS Tribute Nite At The Ball Park Update
From: Pat Filippone
KISS Tribute Night At The Ballpark News Page
Here is some more information concerning the Prince William Cannons KISS Tribute Nite At The Ball Park. Many of you have requested information on both how to obtain one of the specially designed Cannons/KISS players' ballcaps and ticket information for attending the ball game. Well ask no more -- Read below for info on all that and more!
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And now, here's some more information about what will be taking place the actual night of the Prince William Cannons KISS Tribute Nite At The Ball Park.
I have invited Kiss via Creative Artists Agency but have not heard from them, and there will be a bunch of other items, contests, and events planned -- I just want to suprise everybody!! Thanks for all the input, suggestions, ideas from the Kiss Asylum community, it has been a huge help!
KAOL Webpage Update
From: Kathy Labonte
The MusiCare Online website has been updated to include the latest news on the KAOL 2 Creatures of The Net CD.
A World Without Heroes:
A Dale Sherman Novel
From: KISS Asylum
Are you ready for a special treat KISS fans? Well have we ever got one for you!! The KISS Asylum is proud to bring you an original KISS story by none other than Dale Sherman, author of the great KISS books "Black Diamond" & "Black Diamond 2."
Chapter TWELVE of Dale Sherman's Online Novel, "A World Without Heroes" is now up! Check it out! Click here to continue your journey to "A World Without Heroes!"
495 Expo Tour Special
From: Kai Roen
It's a special were you can read reviews, look at photos and listen to audio clips from the European Expo. I met Eric yesterday and did an interview, and I've taped the complete Expo including rehearsals
straight from the soundboard. Some of it is available at the EXPO TOUR SPECIAL site (http://kisskonfidential.simplenet.com/495/expo98.htm) and more will be up later!
Eric would like to inform you that he will not be able to return e-mails while he is in Europe for the Expo tour, so please be patient until he returns in June. So far he has been very good about returning e-mail to everyone that posts messages on his guestbook.
KISS Hidden Tracks
From: Brian VanGorden
Kiss got a mention on RockDaily.com today. They had a feature on "Hidden Tracks" on albums. Destroyer was mentioned for its "Rock and Roll Party" track. You can see the whole article at... http://www.classicrockdaily.com/wgrf/crd_feature.htm
Series 1 KISS Action Figures $3.00 Each!!
From: Doug Schnell
Wal-Mart Online Toys 50% Off Sale
Just wanted everyone to know that the on-line Wal-Mart store (www.wal-mart.com) is selling Series 1 KISS dolls for $3.00 a piece plus shipping and handling. I don't know how long this will last but this is an outstanding deal! They are listed under the 50% off sale section and are sub-listed under toys!
May 14
In past interviews, Gene Simmons and company have said to expect 'classic Kiss.' Fans can also expect classic Kiss marketing. The new Official Kiss Merchandise catalog includes over 200 items ranging fromsilk ties to die-cast model racing cars. Fans can also expect the band's pending world tour, most likely to launch this fall, to be a massive undertaking. Hard Radio reports that the band is working on featuring screens with 3-D images with fans issued 3-D glasses for the excursion, among other effects.
Meanwhile, relations between the bandmembers can't be all that bad - Simmons, Paul Stanley and Ace Frehley all showed up at a concert by Union last week, a band that features Bruce Kulick, a replacement player who was turfed from Kiss when the original members decided to reform. According to the Kiss Asylum webpage, Kulick told a Dallas radio station in an interview yesterday that while the bandmembers - Simmons, Stanley, Frehley and Peter Criss - probably still have their differences, they realize what it takes to work together. Kulick pointed out that the bandmembers all appeared to be quite happily hanging out together at the Union show.
As previously reported by MTV News, the AceFrehley.com website posted that there was much dissention in the reformed ranks, charges that were vehemently denied by Simmons. For more information on Kiss in the studio, watch "MTV 1515" this Friday at 7:30 p.m., and again on Saturday at 11 a.m.
KISS Fact of The Week Sinatra Tribute
From: Bob Rodrick
Since Frank Sinatra, who passed away yesterday, was a cultural icon on the same par as Elvis and the Beatles, I thought it would be nice to have a special Kiss Fact of the Week tribute.
Bruce & John on Dallas Radio
From: Paul Jacobs
Bruce Kulick and John Corabi of UNION were on KEGL 97.1 in Dallas last night (May 13). The radio station played "Old Man Wise" and "October Morning Wind." John and Bruce played "Love (I Don't Need It Anymore)" and "Beth" on acoustic guitar. Both songs sounded great.
Bruce talked about leaving Kiss. He said he always knew that the reunion was going to happen sometime. He said he is still on good terms with Gene and Paul and said how cool it was that Gene, Paul, and Ace came to the Union show last week. He said it was really cool that Paul asked him to help with recording/writing demos for Psycho Circus. He said the first day was awkward, but after that it was cool. Bruce said they worked together for about 10 days and that they had some good material. He said Paul
really valued his opinions and ideas. Bruce wasn't sure if any of the material made it, but he was glad that in some way he got to help out with the album. Bruce said he thinks Psycho Circus will be a great album. He said that although Ace, Peter, Gene, and Paul probably still have their differences, he believes that they have a good working relationship and realize what it takes to work together. He also pointed out that Gene, Paul, and Ace were hanging out together at the Union show so things must
not be that bad between them.
John talked about his breakup with Motley Crue and the reason behind the
lawsuit. They also said that after all their shows they try to hang out with their
fans and sign autographs.
May 13
New David Snowden KISS Catalog
From: Steve Higgs / David Snowden Promotions
Hey what's up? This is Steve Higgs from David Snowden Promotions. Here is the cover of the brand new, all color Official Kiss Merchandise catalog. It includes over 200 items. Also included are exclusive Kiss photos . You can request your copy by e-mailing us at jettfc@aol.com, or check out the website at http://www.DavidSnowden.com . Get yours today.
KISS Cars News
From: Steve Higgs / David Snowden Promotions
Just got word today that Johnny Lightning will be producing a new set of Kiss die cast cars coming out sometime this summer. They will probably have the same paint scheme as the funny cars that are out now, but they will be stock car bodies this time.
KISS Ups
From: Josh & Joyce
KISS Ups -- [Car Craft magazine]
Kiss, the pillar of misspent 70's youth culture, is now the subject of a celebratory line of Johnny Lightening miniature Funny Cars. The cars are a part of the Racing Dreams collection of, according to the press release. "The Greatest Race Cars That Never Were!" OK. The four Kiss cars each represent one member of the band done up in full every-kid-at Halloween face paint. If we have to tell you the names of the band members, you won't want these cars anyhow. The cars are being sold on a strictly unlimited edition basis, so don't rush down to Toys 'R' Us to get them. Moseying will do just fine.
Eric Singer Interview From the European KISS Expos
From: Florian / KISS Asylum News Germany
Eric Singer is currently in Europe doing KISS Expos. Florian Hedwig of KISS Deutschland, our German KISS Asylum News Affiliate, caught up with Eric to do a little interview. Click here to read the interview, complete with pictures.
KISS Is No Longer About Music
From: David Mirlas
KISS Is No Longer About Music: by Erik Pettersson
[Sunday issue (May 10) 1998 of the Swedish newspaper Expressen.]
Eric Singer was given the boot as being the drummer of Kiss in order to make room for the original members. And when that happend the band got worse, according to Eric Singer. Eric Singer has played with Alice Cooper, Gary Moore, Cult and Black Sabbath without getting any fame. That changed in 1991 when he recorded the Kiss album "Revenge." The year after, he became a permanent member in the band. Together with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Bruce Kulick he built the Kiss which many consider the best, technically speaking. But in January 1996 the story ended for Eric Singer and Bruce Kulick when Gene and Paul decided to put the make-up back on and reunite with original members Ace Frehley and Peter Criss.
Eric Singer is not happy with today's Kiss sound. "Kiss with make-up is a show and nothing else. Kiss without make-up was a completely different thing because we tried to play good as well," says Eric Singer. "If you listen to the recordings of the concerts we did you will see that it's obvious that we played good and were tight. Even Gene and Paul played better when Bruce and I were in the band. Today their show is fun but I won't comment the music - that would be unfair."
During May he travels around Europe doing so called Kiss Convetions, and tonight he performs at Kolingsborg in Stockholm. He doesn't exclude that he will play in Kiss again. "When we meet it's like I never left the band because we get along very good with each other."
May 12
KISS Tribute Night at the Ballpark
Eric Singer Birthday
From: KISS Asylum
Today, May 12th, is Eric Singer's Birthday. Eric turns 40 years old today.
Bruce & John's UNION Photo Albums
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May 11
KISS Micro-Fiber & Silk Ties
From: David Snowden
Click Here To View The Ties
KISS & UNION Polls
From: KISS Asylum
Participate in the May KISS & UNION Polls. The May KISS Asylum Poll asks, "Based on your first impressions, how do you think the design of the Psycho Circus KISS Figures compares with the series 1 figures?" Click Here to View the Psycho Circus Figures.
Click HereTo Vote In The KISS Asylum Poll.
The May UNION Asylum Poll asks, "Which song from the UNION album do you think has the greatest potential to make a very creative/cool video?
Click Here To Vote In The UNION Asylum Poll.
A World Without Heroes:
A Dale Sherman Novel
From: KISS Asylum
Are you ready for a special treat KISS fans? Well have we ever got one for you!! The KISS Asylum is proud to bring you an original KISS story by none other than Dale Sherman, author of the great KISS books "Black Diamond" & "Black Diamond 2."
Chapter ELEVEN of Dale Sherman's Online Novel, "A World Without Heroes" is now up! Check it out! Click here to continue your journey to "A World Without Heroes!"
Eric Carr Memorial Tribute Giveaway Winners!
From: Tony Mal & KISS Asylum
The Eric Carr Memorial Tribute Giveaway is over and the winners have been announced.
Click Here To See The Winners
Gene Simmons on DVD
From: Adowdall
Red Surf is being released on DVD on May 26. This is the first title to come out that Gene Simmons is in. I think eventually Runaway will also be released considering that Columbia Tri Star is a big supporter of DVD. Just thought I would other DVD collecting KISS fans know.
[Wouldn't it be great if Polygram would release KISS's upcoming video to DVD mixed in Dolby Digital 6 channel surround]
May 8
We are now proud to announce that Bruce Kulick's Virtual Studio has a fresh new look and is fully updated to include Bruce's most recent activities with his new band UNION. We think everyone will find the Virtual Studio to be very informative and up-to-date, and we hope everyone comes by to visit and check it out as your ongoing source for Bruce Kulick News.
Bruce Kulick's Virtual Studio
Official UNION Merchandise Coming!
From: The UNION Asylum
For all of you waiting for your chance to get a fix of UNION merchandise, have no fear your chance is coming. Bruce told UNION Asylum that in the coming months new UNION merchandise including items such as T-shirts, picks (from all four band members) and more will be available. Be sure to keep checking The UNION Asylum and Bruce Kulick's Virtual Studio for more information as it becomes avaiable.
May 7
UNION News Update
From: Paula Hogan of Mayhem Records
Hello Everyone! It has been a while since I last wrote. There is a lot of information I want to get to you.
To Read The Full UNION News Report -- Click Over To The UNION Asylum
"October Morning Wind" Single To Be Released!
From: The UNION Asylum
We talked to Paula Hogan yesterday and she confirmed that "October Morning Wind" will be added to radio this coming Monday and Tuesday as UNION's second single. Paula also mentioned that they already have 2 major stations (and they are big!) confirmed to add the song -- KSHE and WAPL.
For More Information, Click Over To The UNION Asylum
Bo Knows KISS
From: Michael Aldana
Just had to let you guys know about a really cool commercial for the Florida Marlins baseball team. It promotes one of the teams' biggest stars Bobby Bonillia (aka Bobby
Bo). The commercial states that, "If you think you know everything there is to know about Bobby, then you don't know Bo!" It then goes to a clip of Bobby stating how growing up he was a very big KISS fan! Really cool and quite a surprise to hear that.
The rest of the commercial tells fans to watch the Marlins "rock" when they play whoever.
May 5
KISS Tribute Nite At The Ball Park
Richie Scarlet Update
From: Joe D. / KISS Hell Online
Richie Scarlet talked about the following things in a phone interview with KISS HELL last Wednesday. Some things of interest are that; Richie, Sebastian Bach, Anton Fig & Larry Fisher recorded some new demos at Electric Ladyland studios with Eddie Kramer producing (in late April). These songs include:
"Stop The Bleeding" & "The Most Powerful Man In The World." When the Sebastian tour resumes these 2 songs will be included as well as "Big Guns" & "Wasted Time."
Richie's new CD will be out around July (the advance copies of 75 sold out quickly at the NJ EXPO). On "OUT OF MY PAST" Richie plays harmonica for the 1st time on the songs "Psychotic Reaction" & "Dirty Water." The CD also includes TWO versions of "Hey Joe" (one not listed). What's interesting is
"Hey Joe" was recorded in 1992 with James Lomenzo on bass but Richie recorded the vocals very recently. Richie says 25-27 songs were recorded for this CD & there will be a volume II out after his next original CD which he's already written 11 songs for. Some songs left from the recording sessions include "It's My Life"(Animals), "We Gotta Get Out Of This Place"(Animals), "I Can See For Miles"(The Who), "Open Up Your Door"(Richard & The Young Minds) & "We Ain't Got Nothing Yet"(Blues Magoos).
Richie Scarlet Story Volume 2-the Video is out now from Torn Ticket Prod. (5870 Ranchester Rd., #625, Houston, TX, 70036). The video includes: "She's Got Everything", "Madame X", "Hey Joe", "Rebel Boy", "Beginnings", "Sid's Dead"('Too Much Heroin'), "3'0'Clock Blues", "Angry Young Man" & 3 bonus clips from Richie's past bands. Stay tuned to KISS HELL to read our full interview with the Emperor!
KISS News Update from Muzic.com
From: Steve Araki
News from Muzic.com News Archive: May 4
Prime Time Live's segment on the "Death Of Miss February" concerned none other than Star Stowe, the former Playboy model who used to be Gene Simmons' [of KISS fame] paramour before he hooked up with Shannon Tweed, the mother of his two children.
Speaking of KISS, they just pushed back the release date of their upcoming studio album from June to September 15. No reason is being given, but they insist they're still getting
along famously. Simmons, Paul Stanley, and Ace Frehley were at last week's Cheap Trick show in Los Angeles, of which Stanley spent the first half speaking urgently into his cell phone before leaping up suddenly and departing the venue, never to return. Your guess is as good as ours, but do you remember last year when The Cure's Robert Smith took a phone call on a cell, right onstage at the Universal Amphitheater, then
quickly finished the concert and was immediately whisked to the airport?
-Jaan Uhelszki
Mickey Gene!
From: KISS Asylum
Patrick Vick just informed me he has another new cool KISS image added to his KISS Eye Kandy page today. It is a graphic of Mickey Mouse in Gene makeup and costume! It is awesome! Check it out at KISS Eye Kandy! And make sure to check out Patrick Vick's Digital Art at the Patrick Vick Digital Art Gallery here at KISS Asylum.
KISS Imatator
From: Dion Kesling
Here is a picture of Robbie Williams (formerly of Take That) who in his new video is dressed up like a member of KISS. The single, 'Let Me Entertain You' is performed by Robbie and a background band who are also dressed up and wearing KISS makeup. They however are not looking like KISS (just white faces with black paint). Robbie is wearing a Paul costume, his 1976 Destroyer costume, and wearing what looks like Gene's makeup. The scene of the video is very much KISS-like with a big stage, a big drumset, explosions and Robbie flying in the air like Gene does during God of Thunder(live 96/97). He even is walking backstage with his makeup on flirting with some girls. Robbie is not wearing platform boots. Maybe he hasnt put this single/video out in the USA or other parts of the world, so I thought i send this report and picture to you to let everybody see what it is about.
KISS News Update from HardRadio.com
From: Gwr911@aol.com
I got this off www.hardradio.com.
The new KISS album, Psycho Circus, their first album with the reformed line-up in 18 years, is now recorded and the band are now sorting through the masters to select the songs for the record. The record is tentatively due on July 21 and will be followed by another large-scale world tour beginning in September. To top 1996's Kiss And Make-Up Tour, the band is planning on mounting a 3-D screen and will hand out glasses to boot
KISS Meets The Phantom of South Park
From: Jim Kehoe / http://www.gate.net/~jkehoe
These are some of my pics that I have done. The other kids will be done within the next
few weeks. It is entitled KISS meets the phantom of South Park.
Cartman | Kenny
May 4
Gene, Paul & Ace at UNION show
From: KISS Asylum
UNION played one of the first dates of their tour on Saturday at the Country Club in Reseda, CA, and who was spotted in the audience? None other than 3/4 of KISS: Gene, Paul and Ace. Other noteable musicians spotted at the show according to reports included Bob Kulick and Chris Holmes of WASP. To read fuller reviews of this show (and ongoing reviews as the tour continues) Click Over To The UNION Asylum Views Page.
Eric Carr Memorial Tribute Giveaway -- Last Week!
From: Tony Mal & KISS Asylum
This is your last week to participate in the Eric Carr Memorial Tribute Giveaway! We are giving away 5 copies of this very cool two tape box set. The contest ends this Friday at 12 midnite EST.
Click Here For More Details About The Tribute & The Giveaway!
KISS Army Online: Fan Focus
From: KISS Asylum
Check out the KISS Army Online: Fan Focus where we concentrate on you, the KISS fan! All 3 sections have been updated with new photos!
KISS & UNION Polls!
From: KISS Asylum
Thanks to everyone that submitted their results to the April KISS/UNION Asylum Polls. To check out the results of The KISS Asylum Poll question, "How much would it matter to you if there were writers other than the four memebers of KISS on the "Psycho Cirucs" album?" , click here.
To find out the results of the UNION Asylum Poll question "At this point, what do you think would most help UNION increase their visibility among the general public?", click here. Check it out! Don't forget to participate in the May KISS/UNION Asylum Polls while you are there! =)
Mars Music Presents: Ask Eddie Kramer
From: KISS Asylum
More questions have been added to the Ask Eddie page presented by the Mars Music website. Click Here To Read The Latest Info
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