July 31
Chicago KISS Expo
From: kissfest@kissdconnection.com
KISSfest Chicago 2002, the Midwest's largest KISS fan convention, is only a month away! Have you purchased your tickets yet? KISSfest will once again be held at the Hemmens Cultural Center, 150 Dexter Ct. Elgin, Illinois 60120. Mark your calendars for the big day -- Sunday, September 8th, 2002 from 12:30pm-8:00pm. Special Guests: KISS drummer Eric Singer will hold a Q&A and autograph / photo session at KISSfest. Hear Eric discuss the differences between playing with the band's different lineups, performing in makeup, and more! [More...]
July 30
KISS reconsider retirement, plan tour - Paul Stanley says the band will put the face paint on again, three years after farewell tour
From: Entertainment Weekly
Nearly three years ago, after a long and storied career, Kiss launched a worldwide farewell tour, with bassist Gene Simmons saying the band wanted to go out on top. Now, however, it looks like they want to go out again. On the band's website, guitarist Paul Stanley says the band still wants to rock and roll all night, and party ev-e-ry day. "People do change their minds, and in this case that goes along with being a living, thinking person," writes Stanley, explaining the about-face. "What one says one day with total commitment may at another time turn out not to be so. Am I doing this for the money or the fans? BOTH, and let's not forget I'm doing this for me. That is the reason I originally started playing: because I wanted to, and only I can decide ultimately when to stop." Aside from a February appearance at the closing ceremony of the Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, Kiss have not performed together since the farewell tour ended in Australia in spring 2001. Since the "final" tour, Simmons published a memoir, "Kiss and Make-Up," which included big kiss-offs to guitarist Ace Frehley and drummer Peter Criss, whom Simmons called unprofessional musicians and drug addicts. New dates have not been announced, but Launch.com reports that the band would likely tour in the fall and winter, in support of "The Very Best of Kiss," a 20-track greatest hits collection that hits stores Aug. 27. Presumably, Criss (whom the band fired partway through the farewell tour) and Frehley won't be participating.
July 29
Gene Simmons Comic Book Signing Report
From: John@mykissarmy.com
I went to the Gene Simmons Comic Book signing at Universal City Walk in Los Angeles, California on July 27, 2002. It was another great experience. I got there around 10:30 A.M., Gene started signing at 3 P.M. They allowed you to have one "personal" item signed and as many comic books as you wanted. The comic books come with three different covers. The first is a cartoon cover, like the inside of the book. The second is a photo of Kiss and the third is a different photo of Kiss which is a special San Diego Comic Convention cover. They ran out of the San Diego edition fairly quickly, so I was able to get the other two covers. There were about 20 people in front of us in line. When it was our turn to meet Gene, he was so friendly. He would sign anything that you wanted. He spent a lot of time talking to his fans. He was talking to people on cellular telephones and posing with some people for pictures. I chose to get my Kiss picture disc "Alive II" signed and my comic books. Gene was very friendly and willing to spend a lot of time with his fans. Overall, it was a great experience. See the pictures at www.MyKissArmy.comOmaha KISS Expo Update
From: Kissexpos@aol.com
2 Weeks to go!! Here's a little update on our 2nd Omaha Expo. Big thank you to Rob LaMotte who will be displaying his Peter Criss Original drumset used on the Alive Tour - yes the same one pictured on the cover of Alive!! Bring your cameras!! Also SSG informs us they will be adding a few more obscure KISS tracks to their set including Hard Times, Love Her All I Can, Love In Chains and Getaway. We still have a few VIP laminates available by calling 317-595-1108. Regular tickets are available at Ticketmaster, www.kissexpos.com or at the door. Sunday August 11, 2002 11 am to 8 pm at: Crowne Plaza Hotel 655 N 108th Ave Omaha, NE 68154. Guests are KISS Drummer Eric Singer, KISS Online's Mike Brandvold as well as SSG. Merchandise and collectibles on sale all day.
July 26
KISS Not Quitting Anytime Soon
From: Billboard.com
Will it ever end? That's the question Kiss fans have been asking since the band announced back in early 2000 that it would say goodbye to the road. Since then, Kiss spent months out on various legs of its farewell tour, then disappeared from the arena scene for a while. The Gene Simmons/Paul Stanley-led act last performed in February during the closing ceremonies of the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Salt Lake City, and although details of definitive final shows seemed to be forthcoming, none have arrived. Recently Stanley wrote in his "Paul Speaks" Q&A column on the official Kiss Web site that the band is planning to hit the road again, and, at this point, plans to actually hang up the platform boots and costumes may have been scuttled. "People change their minds, and in this case that goes along with being a living, thinking person," the singer/guitarist writes about the decision to tour again. "What one says one day with total commitment may at another time turn out not to be so. "Am I doing this for the money or the fans? Both, and let's not forget I'm doing this for me," Stanley continues, answering his own question, and one on the minds of many fans. "That is the reason I originally started playing: because I wanted to, and only I can decide ultimately when to stop. As you know (assuming that you have a job), it is great to have both the appreciation of those around you and to be compensated financially." No dates for a tour have been confirmed, nor is it known whether or not Stanley, bassist/singer Simmons, and original guitarist Ace Frehley would be joined by original drummer Peter Criss, who did not perform on a Japan/Australia leg of the Farewell Tour last year. [More...]
That Whole Farewell Thing? We Changed Our Minds, KISS Say
From: VH1.com
With KISS, it seems too much is never enough. There have been no shortage of Kiss greatest-hits discs over the years, but that's not stopping them from issuing yet another, The Very Best of Kiss, on August 27. Unlike some past best-of discs, which have featured either the band's early material or their less-praised '80s fare, but rarely both, the new record chronicles the band's entire career, from early singles like "Strutter" and "Deuce" to "Lick It Up" and "God Gave Rock 'n' Roll to You II." Chances are there will be even more greatest hits records to come because Kiss will probably be making music and touring until Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley are buried in their Kiss Kaskets. They're in talks with labels about releasing a new Kiss record, and they recently recorded a version of "Rock N Roll Radio" for an upcoming Ramones cover album. [More...]
July 25
Gene Simmons At Celebrity Baseball Game
From: Yahoo.com
Gene Simmons of the rock group KISS poses in front of fans following a celebrity baseball game prior to the Anaheim Angels' game against the Seattle Mariners, Saturday night, July 20, 2002, in Anaheim, Calif. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)Paul Stanley Discusses Forthcoming Tour; Ramones Tribute Album
From: KNAC.com
Blabbermouth.net reports the following Kiss news from Paul Stanley: Kiss frontman Paul Stanley has admitted that he and bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons have changed their minds about "going out on top" with the group's never-ending Farewell tour, but has denied that money is the sole motivating factor behind the decision to keep touring. "People do change their minds and in this case that goes along with being a living, thinking person," Stanley stated in a question-and-answer session posted on Kiss' official web site. "What one says one day with total commitment may at another time turn out not to be so. Am I doing this for the money or the fans? BOTH, and let's not forget I'm doing this for me. That is the reason I originally started playing: because I wanted to, and only I can decide ultimately when to stop. As you know (assuming that you have a job) it is great to have both the appreciation of those around you and to be compensated financially." Stanley also shed some more light on Kiss' contribution to the upcoming The Ramones tribute album, We're a Happy Family, which includes the group's rendition of the classic "Do You Remember Rock & Roll Radio?" "I frequently run into Johnny Ramone and about a month ago he told me about the The Ramones tribute album and asked if we would participate. I can remember our club days and seeing Joey Ramone standing a head above everyone else! Having come after us, we certainly can't say we were influenced by them, but they were from New York and this seemed like a fun project. Gene, [drummer] Eric [Singer] and I recorded a track called ['Do You Remember Rock & Roll Radio?'] We used a big saxophone section done by Scott Paige who tours with Pink Floyd and Derek Sherinian on piano, you may remember him from playing keys on the Revenge tour. Gene and I trade off vocals, and I have to say this is as cool and kick ass as it gets! It's a really cool track and I think you'll love it!"
July 23
New KISS Album: "The Very Best of KISS"
From: Universal Music
Universal Music contacted KISS ASYLUM to let everyone know about the new KISS album coming out August 27th. It is called "The Very Best of KISS" and is a compilation album spanning the entire KISS catalog. The 21 song track list is below and the album cover artwork is to the right.TRACK LISTING (all the original versions):
1. STRUTTER 3.10 (original version from KISS, 1974)
2. DEUCE 3.06 (from KISS, 1974)
3. GOT TO CHOOSE 3.54 (from HOTTER THAN HELL, 1974)
4. HOTTER THAN HELL 3.31 (from HOTTER THAN HELL, 1974)
5. C'MON AND LOVE ME 2.57 (from DRESSED TO KILL, 1974)
6. ROCK AND ROLL ALL NITE live 4.01 (radio hit version taken from ALIVE!, 1975)
7. DETROIT ROCK CITY 3.38 (from DESTROYER 1976)
8. SHOUT IT OUT LOUD 2.49 (from DESTROYER 1976)
9. BETH 2.45 (from DESTROYER 1976)
10. I WANT YOU 3.04 (from ROCK AND ROLL OVER, 1976)
11. CALLING DR. LOVE 3.44 (from ROCK AND ROLL OVER, 1976)
12. HARD LUCK WOMAN 3.34 (from ROCK AND ROLL OVER, 1976)
13. I STOLE YOUR LOVE 3.04 (from LOVE GUN, 1977)
14. CHRISTINE SIXTEEN 3.14 (from LOVE GUN, 1977)
15. LOVE GUN 3.18 (from LOVE GUN, 1977)
16. NEW YORK GROOVE 3.03 (from ACE FREHLEY, 1978)
17. I WAS MADE FOR LOVING YOU 4.30 (from DYNASTY, 1979)
18. I LOVE IT LOUD 4.15 (from CREATURES OF THE NIGHT, 1982)
19. LICK IT UP 3.56 (from LICK IT UP, 1983)
20. FOREVER 3.52 (from HOT IN THE SHADE, 1989)
21. GOD GAVE ROCK 'N' ROLL TO YOU II 5.18 (from REVENGE 1992)
KISS ASYLUM: Help Wanted
From: KISS ASYLUM
KISS ASYLUM is looking for some help from one (or more) of our loyal visitors. If you have extensive knowledge of CGI/PERL, are RELIABLE, and have some free time to dedicate to a project over the next couple of weeks, please drop us an email explaining your qualifications, including links to your online work where available. Thanks!
July 22
"The Very Best of Kiss" Compilation Album?
From: ICE Magazine via Bob Rodrick
According to ICE Magazine, UTV (Universal) will be releasing a new KISS compilation on August 27, called "The Very Best of KISS." No word on track listing. No other info as of now. [Post Your Comments]
Paul Stanley To Host International Masquerade Ball For Children's Charities
From: Masqueradeevents.com
Do you Love to Party? Enjoy meeting new Friends? Fancy Travelling the World? Interested in helping Children in Need? Then your going to LOVE MasqaueradeEvents.com! Each year MasqueradeEvents.com will provide you with the fantastic opportunity of travelling with us to an Exotic Location where you can Party, Form new International Friendships, Visit new Lands - AND benefit the Beautiful Children of this World in your travels... AND the Highlight of the weekend? Your first International Masquerade Ball! Featuring special guest host PAUL STANLEY (Lead singer of KISS), you will party the night away at Caesars Palace on the Las Vegas Strip. Experience a night of Lights, Music, Entertainment, Dancing, Partying, Prizes and much more! The intrigue and mystery of partygoers wearing masquerade masks, mixing together, unveiling when the time is right... A party you can't afford to miss! [Post Your Comments]
Ace Frehley Concert At Eddie Trunk Birthday Blowout
From: EddieTrunk.com
WNEW's Friday & Saturday Night Rocks Presents: Eddie Trunk's Birthday Blowout with Ace Frehley. Don Hills Nightclub 511 Greenwhich St. (corner of Spring) NYC August 9th 2002. Doors open @ 9PM, Eddie Trunk broadcasts Friday Night Rocks live from the club from 11P-2A. Come and celebrate Eddie's birthday (which is really the 8th) as the Ace Frehley Band performs live on stage! Due to the small size of this club, tickets are STRICTLY limited and available on a first come, first serve basis. Tickets will go on sale Monday July 22nd at 2PM at Don Hills ONLY. There is a STRICT 2 ticket limit per person. Tickets are $40 each and can be paid for with CASH ONLY. 21 & Over ONLY! There is no opening or support acts, no press and no guest list at all. This is a rare chance to see Ace in a small, intimate setting, and celebrate Eddie's birthday live on WNEW! Another exclusive concert event from Eddie Trunk's Friday & Saturday Night Rocks! [Post Your Comments]
Gene Simmons Autograph Signing To Promote New KISS Comic
From: GeneSimmons.com
I will be doing a signing in Los Angeles at the "Things From Another World" store in Citywalk, Universal City, CA. (1000 Universal Studios Blvd.) on Saturday, July 27th between 3pm -6pm. I will be signing Dark Horse's new KISS COMICS. Issue number 1 is written by Joe (X-Men) Casey and drawn by Mel (Danger Girl) Rubi. They're great books and we're proud of them. Hope to see you there. Then, I hope to see you all at the SAN DIEGO COMIC CONVENTION on Friday, August the 2nd and Saturday, August 3rd. I'll be doing some more signings and a question and answer session. If you haven't heard yet, the debut issue of KISS COMICS has outsold based on presales alone, every Dark Horse comic this year. Thanks to you. Additional Note: You need to purchase at least one KISS COMIC from the store to meet Gene. You will also be allowed to bring one additional collectible to be signed.[Post Your Comments]
July 18
Gene Simmons: The Latest Lifestyle Guru
From: Foxnews.com
NEW YORK - KISS bassist Gene Simmons might seem an unlikely successor to Martha Stewart or Oprah Winfrey. But that's exactly what he's angling to be. With the recent launch of his quarterly magazine Gene Simmons Tongue, a book imprint bearing his name, talk of a TV deal and plans for a clothing line, the frequently vulgar, unabashedly frank rock star says he's on a mission to brand himself as a lifestyle. Despite Stewart's recent legal and PR troubles, Simmons says he's modeling himself after the domestic diva. "Martha Stewart means something and I'd like to think that Gene Simmons means something too," Simmons, 52, said in a phone interview. Judging from the group of Playmates gracing Tongue's cover, Simmons' boasts about sleeping with more than 4,600 women - despite being married - and the number of times he mentions sex, it's not hard to figure out at least part of what lifestyle he represents. "It's about choice and the value of life: good food, deep breaths, beautiful women - and not just one, either," he said. "I don't just want to make love to you. I want to make love to you, your sister and your mommy." [More...] [Post Your Comments]
July 17
New Issue of KISS Kollector Magazine Out In Early August
From: Joop van Pelt
The August issue of the glossy KISS Kollector magazine will be out soon. Issue no. 41 includes part 2 of our revealing Sean Delaney interview, a great interview with former KISS account manager Chris Lendt, an interview with legendary drummer Anton Fig along with a review of his new album featuring Ace Frehley, a report on Ace Frehley's birthday bash, a review of the premiere issue of Gene Simmons Tongue magazine, a sneak preview of the upcoming 'holy grail' of KISS books titled KISS Alive Forever - The Complete Touring History, a review of Richie Scarlet's new solo album featuring Ace Frehley, lots of never before printed photos (recent shots as well as rare photos from the early seventies) and much, much more. [Post Your Comments]Baltimore KISS Expo Update
From: George Decampo
All the details are now finalized for the 2nd annual Baltimore KISS Expo, October 13th 2002. The special guests this year will the Animalized guitarist himself Mark St John, Ex KISS manager Bill Aucoin ,KISS tribute band KISS Nation and the Ace Frehley tribute band Loaded Deck. This is an outstanding guest line up and should be a great time for everyone. All guests will be doing a Q&A and signing autographs. There will be over 60 tables of KISS memorabilia for sale. A $100.00 dollar KISS look alike contest and door prizes. KISS videos playing all day and a KISS face painter for the kids. Kids 10 and under get in free. The ticket prices are $12.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door. If you want to beat the crowd to the KISS memorabilia there are VIP passes available for $20.00 that get you in 1 hour early. The Baltimore KISS Expo this year will be at the Pikesville Hilton Hotel. There is a special room rate for $89.00 a night. We sold out of rooms last year so book early if you plan to stay; call 1-800-Hiltons. For advance tickets and VIP passes send to the-Baltimore KISS Expo 2849 Westminster St Manchester MD 21102. For all the details and ticket and vendor info visit the Baltimore Expo page http://members.aol.com/kittycriss/baltimore/expo.html and we'll see every one at Baltimore. [Post Your Comments]
KISS Nation Tribute Band ShowFrom: Carlos Espada
New York City's tribute to KISS, KISS Nation (which has been featured on VH-1's Jupstart), will be peforming at the Wreck Room on Saturday July 13th. The Wreck Room is located at 551 Main Ave, Wallington, NJ, 07057. Contact the club at (973) 471-8405. You can visit KISS Nation online at www.kissnation.com.
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July 11
New Jersey Book Author Meets Magic Mountain
From: the-signal.com via Ron Albanese
It was a pilgrimage into rock'n roll history to remember as confessed "Kiss" zealot Ron Albanese recently paid a visit to Six Flags Magic Mountain for the trip of a lifetime. The now famous X-treme Park was once the backdrop to the campy 1978 made-for-T.V. movie, "Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park, which first aired on NBC, in 1978. Mixing research with pleasure, Albanese, a New Jersey based pop-culture journalist, is completing work on his new book, "Easy Catman, They are Serious: The Complete Guide to Kiss Meets the Phantom" slated to be released in 2003 to coincide with the film's 25th anniversary. "I'm the new Phantom of the park," said Albanese, adding that "Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park" is enjoying a second life as a cult classic. Albanese, along with his body guard, Kenny Millroy, flew in to Los Angeles from their home in Hoboken New Jersey to visit the park for the very first time. An Albanese family associate, Millroy decided to go along with Albanese on his California trip, "to keep an eye on things." [More...] [Post Your Comments]
July 10
Message From Bruce Kulick
From: KULICK.net
HELLO EVERYONE! Hope your July 4th Holiday was safe and fun! I caught a ballgame, and did the Star Spangled Banner again in my heavy Hendrix style for the Marlins vs the Chicago Cubs at Pro Player Stadium in Miami. Went over great! So many people gave me thumbs up when I was in the crowd I felt like a hero! The Marlins lost, but the game was fun to watch. For a while the Marlins let me sit directly behind home plate. It was exciting to come out of the dugout for my performance. Last comment, ballplayers are very much like rock stars! And of course thanks to Dale the Demon (Torborg) and his dad Jeff. The show for Grand Funk on the 4th was a success, and nature behaved, so no thunderstorms. The firework display was very cool as well. Sunrise, FL knew how to celebrate! Of course my anthem went over very well especially on the holiday. Chicago was another park with a July 4th theme, and we did a very powerful show there. The crowd was sad our set was over. [More...]
[Post Your Comments]Omaha KISS Expo II
From: Gapp97@aol.com
Sunday August 11th 11 AM - 8PM at the Crowne Plaza Hotel 655 N 108th Ave Omaha, NE 68154 (Call them at 402-496-0850 and ask for special KISS Expo hotel rate of $65.00). This year's special guest is drummer ERIC SINGER. Eric will do a Q&A as well as photo and autograph sessions. Live Performance from Kentucky's SSG - one of the best musical tributes out there! The Expo will be hosted by KISSonlines' webmaster Mike Brandvold - who will also be available for questions. Trivia Contest as well as a Makeup contest and KISS merchandise on sale throughout the day. Tickets are $16.00 per adult in advance and $20.00 day of show. Children 12 and under free (1 per each paid adult). You may buy tickets at TICKETMASTER (beginning July 13th) or save the service charge and buy at www.KISSexpos.com - tickets now on sale there. We are also offering 125 special VIP Laminates - they are $26.00 each and include early admission to the expo - 1 hour before doors open - so you can buy merchandise before it sells out, a collectable OMAHA KISS EXPO laminate and your choice of either the Sprit of '76 or The Originals Lithograph (this is a $39.99 value alone). The Litho will be given to you at the door. You may only order the VIP Laminate by calling 317-595-1108 or on www.KISSexpos.com. For dealer info or to order tickets over the phone call 317-595-1108 please leave a message if we are not in and we WILL return your call. [Post Your Comments]
July 9
Ace Calls In To Eddie Trunk 7/6
From: Eddie Trunk.com via KISS Faq.com
Ace called into Eddie Trunk on Saturday night rocks and reported the following:
- His multimedia studio is 3/4 done...
- His record will be out in the fall, if it doesn't get picked up by a label he'll put it out on his own through his website...
- He now owns AceFrehley.com (currently shown as owned by Michael McConnell), after a legal battle...
- Is he doing anything with KISS? "If the price is right"... "they're on their knees begging"...
- "If I put out my album and get a top-10 hit"... ROTFLMAO!
- "I had an alien ship land in my back yard last week"...
- "I don't think they'd get away performing without me in makeup"...
- "KISS right now is planning a tour for 2003"...
- Might be producing some singer from England...
- Would like to do a DVD of his performance at New York Steel, which he has a copy of a 3 camera mix, and split the profits with charity...
- Ace's solo on Anton's album was pieced together by Anton from 5 takes Ace did through a zoom amp...
Listen to the real audio stream, HERE... [Post Your Comments]
Montreal KISS Expo Guests Announcement
From: patdemon@videotron.ca
Here it is, finally, the long-awaited announcementŠwe are very pleased to welcome former KISS manager Bill Aucoin at this year's show. Bill was our guest at our first ever annual expo back in 1999 and we are delighted to once again have him up here! For those of you who didn't know, Bill Aucoin is one of the reasons why KISS is now a legend. He was the band's manager from 1973 to 1982, which means he was there when it was REALLY happening. Along with Gene, Paul, Ace and Peter, he dreamed of taking KISS where no band had gone beforeŠand actually succeeded! Bill was responsible for finding the band's record contract, the mystique behind the makeup, the merchandising and more. Bill was considered by many the 5th KISS( Peter Criss was even once quoted as saying so!) Bill will answer ALL questions and will give us the inside scoop on the KISS, the band members and all the behind-the-scenes stories! As mentioned in the last update, Gordon Gerbert, author of KISS and TELL and KISS and TELL MORE will also be a special guest. He will reveal us some shocking (TRUE?) stories about Ace Frehley! We are also working on having other guests so stay tuned! [Post Your Comments]
July 3
Gene Simmons Update: Peter Criss Interviewed For Gene Simmons Tongue #2
From: GeneSimmons.com
Woke up at the crack of dawn to do FOX TV's FOX AND FRIENDS morning show in New York. Then, interviewed PETER CRISS for GENE SIMMONS TONGUE #2 at my hotel. Pete came by with his wife Gigi. He was in great spirits and we, as is usual with us, talked and joked about everything. Also, did an informal foto session together between laughs and jokes. A word of advice: No matter how many of you e mail me to find out what we talked about, what the details were, or what it all means, you'll have to wait for the second issue to come out. Then left for CARSON DALY's show on NBC (also broadcast on the E Channel). On the same show were: ADAM SANDLER and ENRIQUE IGLESIUS. Ran into Sandler first. I'm not sure why, but whenever I run into him, I toss out my fav jokes. It never works, of course. Adam has always been "gentle" with me about my humor. He agreed to talk to me when I get back to LA about doing a piece for GENE SIMMONS TONGUE. Hopefully for the second issue. Likewise with ENRIQUE. Hope to do a piece on him when time and p.r. people permit. Ended the day with GRETA VAN SUSTEREN at FOX TV. The piece went out live and will be rebroadcast at a later date in their "celeb" special. [More...] [Post Your Comments]
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