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Mercury Media Press Release
From: Mercury Records
KISS
PSYCHO CIRCUS
Ladies and Gentlemen it is with great pleasure that I bring you Psycho Circus, the new album from KISS. Psycho Circus is the first recording the four original members: Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss have made together in over twenty years. The album features ten new songs and was produced by Bruce Fairbairn. The album will be unleashed on the world September 22, 1998. KISS has defined the face and character of rock culture. For over twenty-four years they have been shocking and exciting people while inventing new ways to keep their fans happy. Their influence on today's music and it's artists is unparalleled. With Psycho Circus, fans will get vintage KISS.
The artwork for Psycho Circus continues the KISS tradition of being totally original. The CD will be packaged in a never-before-seen special 3-D image. Other exciting things KISS will be doing to coincide with the release of Psycho Circus include the creation of a KISS car and the unveiling of new costumes which are updated versions of the ones worn during the Destroyer tour.
The KISS reunion tour '96-97' was the top grossing tour of the year. They broke attendance records in every city and sold over $150 million worth of concert tickets. KISS intend to break those records this time around. The will kick-off sometime in November and will of course feature the guys in full makeup and costume. They also plan to have the tour be in 3-D.

Paul Stanley Washburn Guitar News
From: Markus Reke
Talked to the German Washburn marketing corporation today. They told me that the new Paul Stanley Signature will be available in three different editions:

July 27

KISS Thought Vault: An Insightful Circus?
From: KISS Asylum
Review by Ron Albanese of KISS Thought Vault
I received a copy of Psycho Circus yesterday, July 25, 1998 and immediately felt compelled to pen a quick Thought Vault to add to the cyber-frenzy of advance reports. Since I only heard it about six times, and roughly within a five hour span of time, this reaction essay should be taken lightly. I am offering my immediate reaction mainly out of genuine excitement; the emotional charge of getting a new Kiss album (since Dynasty {with the exception of the woefully misguided Barnacle of Shoals}, I have charged my local retail outlets to get each new album the first day of its release) will drive one to great lengths to talk up the band. The adrenaline that soared through my veins upon ripping open the evelope the cassette came in and jamming it into my stereo was unreal. Actually, it was surreal- to first hear a new/old Kiss album in 1998 (or at least one touted as such) was something I will always remember. The Eric Singer-loving Byron Fogle stopped by to hear it too, and I gauged the same reaction in him. It's a great thing. Without further ado, here is my early take on Kiss' Psycho Circus
Click Over To The KISS Thought Vault To Read More!

KISS Nite At The Ball Park -- Revisited
From: KISS Asylum
Well, the Prince William Cannons' big nite took place this past Friday and "KISS Nite at the Ball Park" was a huge success! Despite a rain delay during the bottom of the fifth inning, the rest of the nite was full of fun and excitement! As scheduled Bruce played the National Anthem prior to the game, and then he and KISS tribute band Mr. Speed threw out the first pitch to start the game. Bruce's UNION bandmate John Corabi was also in attendance, and the two performed the KISS classic "Beth" at the top of the fifth inning. There were KISS dealers, decorations and fans everywhere you looked, tribute band Mr. Speed thrilled the crowd despite some audio problems, and along the way the Cannons even managed to win 13-5! Click Here To View The Photos and Read A Detailed Review

KISS Asylum Welcomes New Foreign Affiliates
From: KISS Asylum
KISS Asylum is proud to announce the addition of yet two more International Affiliates to our family! As of July 24th, KISS Asylum news is now available in both Russian, at KISS Asylum News Russia, and Swedish, at KISS Asylum News Sweden. These two are just the latest affiliates to come onboard and join us in our efforts to share KISS News Worldwide with as many KISS fans around the world as possible. As a direct result of such strong outpouring of participation from KISS fans around the world KISS Asylum can now be read by KISS fans in eleven languages (including English)!! We are truly honored and excited by such great fan participation, and we only have one question we'd like to ask of all the other KISS fans around the world: Who's next to join our KISS Nation here at KISS Asylum?! =)
Click Here For the FULL List of Worldwide KISS News Affiliates!

KISS Asylum Fanzine Focus
From: KISS Asylum
KISSASYLUM.COM has become sort of a haven for KISS fanzines, with a special online version of the print fanzine community starting to build. Currently there are 7 KISS fanzines who call KISS Asylum their online home, and in the coming months KISS Asylum will be doing a Fanzine Focus on each of the great fanzines that are part of KISSASYLUM.COM.
This week the Fanzine Focus looks at KISS Dynasty!

KISS Mention in Guitar World Magazine
From: KISS Asylum
There is a KISS mention in the new Guitar World Magazine (September '98 issue) where they rate the top 100 guitar solos of all time. Ace's "Shock Me" solo came in at number 50. Here is the write up that's in the magazine: "I basically did the same solo every night on that tour, with minor alternations, so I had it kinda of planned out when I did it the night we recorded it for the Alive II album," says Ace Frehley. "But if you listen carefully to the 'Shock Me' solo you can hear me make a mistake about two thirds of the way through. Instead of tapping a 'B' at the 19th fret of the high 'E' string, I accidentially hit the 'A#' note at the 18th fret -- that's definately a wrong note for the scale I'm using. We could have fixed it in the mix, but I said to Eddie [Kramer, Alive II producer], screw it! Leave it in. The run sounds cool, so who cares -- its rock and roll!"

Mark St. John To Appear At Toronto Expo?
From: Brian Bobojchov
I heard from a friend of mine who talked to the guy who organizes the Toronto Kiss Expos and he said that this year's convention in Toronto won't have Eric Singer as the special guest. The organizer said that Eric can't make it because he'll be on tour with former Queen guitarist Brian May. I was told that as of now it's been confirmed that for the first time ever Mark St. John will be at this year's Toronto Kiss Expo. Wow! This is so cool. Mark St. John's first ever appearance at a Kiss Expo and it's in Toronto on November 1st. What a treat.
Click Here For More KISS Expo Tour Dates!

Red Surf Released In Russia
From: Vladimir Ilyin / KISS Asylum News Russia
I just wanted to inform you that this month in Russia there has been officially released a video of the Gene Simmons movie "Red Surf." There is advertising for the "Red Surf" video playing on all the TV channels in Russia. This is the second officially released Gene video; the first one, "Wanted Dead or Alive," was relesed in 1997.
Wanted Dead Or Alive: Front Cover | Wanted Dead Or Alive: Back Cover

July 24

Ted Nugent To Open The Halloween Show?
From: BillyNuge@aol.com
Just wanted to pass on a bit of info I just got in regards to the KISS show at Dodger stadium on Halloween night. I spoke to a freind of mine who works for the company that manages Ted Nugent and he says that Ted Nugent is slated to be one of two opening acts for the KISS at Dodger stadium. He said that the other band will be a more "modern" band that will relate better to the younger fans, however he had no idea of who it may be. He also said that there are no plans for Ted to be part of the offical KISS tour and that the Dodger Stadium show will be the only one Ted plays with KISS.

Still Wicked CD Out In August
From: Gordon Gebert
The "Still Wicked" CD release date is second week of August. To hear a sample track from this EP check out the KISS N Tell More: Gordon Gebert Interview.

July 23

In an exclusive first look interview, Gordon tells KISS Asylum that KISS 'N Tell More, the follow up effort to his highly successful first book, not only covers all of the fall-out that resulted from the publication of KISS 'N Tell, but also brings to life and reveals many new facts and stories about Ace & KISS, including: Ace's "lost" recording studio; Gordon's face to face meeting with one of his stalkers in Sweden; "Poor Vinnie Vincent;" the possibility of KISS 'N Tell being made into a movie; Peter Criss stories -- and you thought Ace was the crazy one!; detailed information about KISS contracts; the ambush of Gene and Paul that never happened; and, of course, the "internuts."

And this time around Gordon has also prepared a multimedia "assualt" for everyone in the form of the KISS 'N Tell CD-ROM. Planned to go on sale shortly after the release of the book, Gordon reveals that it will feature photos, video, and never before released music. He also discusses in great detail his upcoming studio recording projects with his band Still Wicked, including: track titles and musicians for the EP "Something Wicked This Way Comes;" plans for the follow up full length LP; and he's even sent a .wav file sample of one of the EP tracks -- "She" -- as a sneak peak for KISS Asylum visitors! All that and more is covered in KISS Asylum's comprehensive interview with KISS 'N Tell More author Gordon G. G. (the story of the two G's is revealed in the interview) Gebert.
Click Here To Read "KISS 'N TELL More: The Gordon Gebert Interview."

Psycho Circus Release Date Revised
From: KISS Asylum
Following reports this morning on Entertainment Weekly Online suggesting that the Psycho Circus album is scheduled for release on Septermber 22nd, KISS Asylum spoke with Mercury Records this afternoon to confirm that date. We were told that as of today, the previously annoucned release date of September 15th has in fact been pushed back a week to September 22nd. The reason for the delay has been attributed to last minute revisions in the album's artwork.
Click Here For More Psycho Circus News

Kiss Reunites For Another Tour And Album
From: Entertainment Weekly Online via Keith Kodosky
Kiss will once again strap on the platform boots and slap on the face paint for a U.S. tour this November -- the band's first since a 1996-97 reunion extravaganza that was the year's top concert draw. The reason: a new album, "Psycho Circus" (due out on Mercury, September 22), which marks the first time that the four original members have recorded together in more than twenty years. Kiss will up the theatrical ante this time around, unveiling new costumes and presenting genuine circus performers before each show. Plus, giant screens will project the stage show in 3-D (special glasses will be handed out at the door); concertgoers can get the pleasure (or pain) of "Gene Simmons' tongue like it's hitting you in the face," according to the band's press release.
Kiss' last tour grossed $150 million, largely because of the nostalgia/novelty value (and tickets priced as high as $85). But on the second go-round, Simmons' blood-drooling may be less exciting. "People might say, 'I saw them two years ago and it was great, but I'm not sure I want to pay that much money to see them again,'" says EW music critic David Browne. "What Kiss has going for them is that we're still in a period where showmanship and elaborate stage shows are not the norm. We're still at that post-grunge point where bands mostly just stand around while they play." -- Josh Wolk

News From Gene
From: Joop / KISS Kollector Online
Recently Gene faxed an update to the KISS Kollector Fanclub. Amongst other things he talked about the upcoming Psycho Circus album: "I believe in my heart the fans will love this record. The proudest part of it, is how great is was to be in the studio with Ace and Peter. Both were extremely professional. Both worked their butts off and I believe you will see the results on the album." As for songstitles, Gene mentioned the following tracks: "Psycho Circus... Within... I Pledge Allegiance... Into The Void... We Are One... You Wanted The Best... Raise Your Glasses... I Finally Found My Way... Dreamin'... Journey Of 1,000 Years." More from Gene, and other news, in my next Newsletter and upcoming issue of the magazine.

A Message From Bruce
From: Bruce Kulick / Bruck Kulick's Virtual Studio
Bruce here wanting everyone to know that we are working on a tour in August. News will be announced soon and of course the areas of the country we missed will be a priority. John and myself have done work on Eric's "ESP" record which is a recording of 70's cover material like old Deep Purple, Aerosmith, Humble Pie, & Hendrix (of course). I don't want to give too much away, but it has been lots of fun, no pressure and a pleasure to jam with Eric again. It really is a way to have a blast like the jams at some of the Expos that you may have seen -- we press record and GO!!!
I hope you all remain patient for UNION, and of course if you attend any of the upcoming events this weekend John and myself look forward to meeting you. Bring your UNION disc to be signed and we will have some cool merchandise available as well.

July 22

Paul's Costume In Washburn Promo Photos

KISS Costumes Based On Destroyer Era
Form: Gerri Miller of Metal Edge Magazine
There has been wide speculation on the Internet that KISS might use the old "Destroyer" era costumes for the new tour. Gerri Miller commented to the KISS Asylum saying that, yes KISS is in fact planning to use those costumes, with some modifications, versus using the "Psycho Circus" costumes featured on the new action figures.

Get Psycho At The Asylum
in Psycho Circus Central
From: KISS Asylum
Get Psycho At The Asylum! Late 1998 and 1999 are going to be big for KISS and their Psycho Circus themed campaign. In an effort to help organize all the Psycho Circus information for your easy viewing, KISS Asylum has created a few pages to detail each of the specific Psycho Circus themed items. These pages include: Psycho Circus Album News, Comics News & Info, Action Figures News, Album Reviews, and coming soon, Tour Reviews. These pages are just the start of many different Psycho Circus pages at KISS ASYLUM, each dedicated to detailing and exploring a specific Psycho Circus theme. We think you will find these pages both easy to use and informative, and each pages is linked to one another to create a web of Psycho Circus related items on KISS ASYLUM. Enjoy! Click Over To Psycho Circus Central

Texas KISS Tribute Band
From: The Band Not Formerly Known As KISS
"The Band Not Formerly Known As KISS" will be playing August 22nd in Dallas, Tx at Loose Change and August 29th in San Antonio, Tx at The White Rabbit. It is true that final touches are being made to have the Dallas,TX show from Loose Change broadcasted live on the Worldwide Web. Please visit the bands website at www.southernaccess.com/tjmach/kiss1.htm for more informations and other show dates This is the KISS tribute that wears 3 piece suits and has 5 members.

July 20

More KISS 13" Action Figures News
From: Jeff Necker
I would like to add that, I talked with Chet Jaques (Manager of the McFarlane Toy Collectors Club)at The Wizard World Con. He stated that they did indeed plan to make these figures based on the costumes for the upcoming tour. Todd himself is helping or has helped in the design of these new costumes. The figures, which I was told won't come out until next year will replicate what we see on stage this tour and will include plastic replicas of all instruments. Even a drum set. He also mentioned that the costumes WOULD RESEMBLE THE COMIC CHARACTERS. Chet didn't mention if a stage-play set was in the works, but anything is possible. The reason the figures won't be out until next year is KISS is a once a year thing for McFarlane. Chet also said that these figure would be series 3 KISS figures and COULD be the same size as the current figures.

Bruce Kulick Sportsline Interview Archived
From: Scott Engel, Fantasy Sports Managing Editor, CBS.Sportsline.com
The archived interview with Bruce Kulick regarding KISS Night At The Ballpark is available on the CBS Sportsline Archive at
http://cbs.sportsline.com/b/audio/archive/bk07158.ram
The Prince William Cannons's GM, Pat Fillipone, interview is located at:
http://cbs.sportsline.com/b/audio/archive/pf07158.ram
Note: To access these Archived Real Audio interviews you must register to be a member of CBS.Sportsline.com. You can register and get a free 30 day trial membership to listen to the interviews. Enjoy!
Click Here For More Info At The Official KISS Nite At The Ball Park page.

Japanese KISS Box Set Special Offer!
From: Discwalls Online
As a special bonus to all KISS Asylum viewers, the owner of Discwalls.com has offered to give each KISS Asylum viewer a special discount when you order the Japanese KISS Box Set if you mention KISS Asylum when you order. The regular retail price of the Japanese KISS Box Set is $298 plus postage ($32 AIR or $37 EMS). If you order the Japanese KISS Box set and write on the order form: "KA Subs -- KISS Box Order" you will be able to get the box set for $300 total, including free postage anywhere. It is a 10% savings on the final price and the offer is only good until July 31st.

KISS Merchandise Update
From: David Snowden Promotions
Gartlan USA has plans to release the following new KISS Merchandise:
New 8" Plate, New 3" Plate, New Large Pewter Figurine Autographed, New Baseball, New Christmas Ball
These items are still in the development stages are are awaiting band approval. Once they are approved, I will have prices and photos available. I will send the pricing info and pictures once that happens.
As for a new 3D mouse pad. That isn't going to happen this year. They were going to make it, but due to the high minimum order for 3D products, a new Psycho Circus mouse pad wasn't economical. And they felt the image wasn't strong enough just printed on a regular mouse pad.

Gene No Longer with Ampeg?
From: Joop / KISS Kollector Online
The other day Ampeg (Holland) informed me Gene is no longer an Ampeg endorsee, which also means his Punisher Bass Rig won't be available on the consumer market.

Gene on the Cover of "Hit-Parader"
From: Brett Meyer
Gene shares the cover of Hit Parader with Marilyn Manson (what a surprise) and others. There is a poster (a blown-up version of the cover) polybagged with the mag. Inside, there is a 1 page KISS article and a color pin-up of Gene.

KISS Get Cyber-Medeival
From: SPIN Online via KTL4725@aol.com
Speaking of Kiss make-up, the band are gearing up to debut a futuristic take on their classic, '70s costumes. There's a load of brand new Kiss action figures, which coincide with their upcoming Psycho Circus album and comic book. Paul, Gene, Ace and Peter have gone for a look that can only be described as cyber-medeival. Although all four appear more lean and mean, it's drummer Peter Criss, "The Cat," whose change is the most drastic. The new Criss figure is a cross between the Incredible Hulk, a cranky panther and a member of GWAR. Go to www.spawn.com for details. You've been warned.

July 19

Diamonds In The Rough: "Whatever Happened To Heroes?"
From: KISS Asylum
In this latest edition of "Diamonds in the Rough" Dales explores the current status of KISS as hereos -- or are they anymore? This is the question he asks as he looks at the image of KISS currently being portrayed in things like the "Psycho Circus" comics and action figures. Is that image too dark? Too "evil?" Has KISS lost their image as good old fashioned rock 'n roll heroes? Read Dale's newest column to get his interesting and insightful thoughts on the matter!
Click Here To Read The Article

KISS Mention in Wall Street Journal
From: J. Kim McNutt
I was reading my Wall Street Journal weekend supplement edition Friday. There is a long article on Rock and Roll memorabilia and how big artists' collectibles are not selling well at auctions these day, except for the Beatles. Near the end of the article KISS is mentioned. According to the article KISS is considered a "2nd tier" collectable, but their stuff continues to sell well and commands great prices. A collector is quoted as saying, "if it says KISS on it, it sells no matter what." It said the original dolls from the 70's, in excellent shape are now going for 1,200 dollars for the set. Nice to see the guys made this usually conservative newspaper.

KISS Asylum Fanzine Focus
From: KISS Asylum
KISSASYLUM.COM has become sort of a haven for KISS fanzines, with a special online version of the print fanzine community starting to build. Currently there are 7 KISS fanzines who call KISS Asylum their online home, and in the coming months KISS Asylum will be doing a Fanzine Focus on each of the great fanzines that are part of KISSASYLUM.COM.
This week the Fanzine Focus looks at Karisma!

KISS Series II Cards & Binder
From: Mikemugged@aol.com

KISS Cards Series 2 Binder

As has been reported here, the new Series Two KISS Cards are due late August 1998. These cards promise to be just as collectible as the first set, with 5 different boxes to chose from. There will be 90 ALL NEW cards, which includes new photos, a look at classic merchandise, and a look at the albums starting from Lick It Up, including the import albums such as Chikara and 1997's Greatest Hits. Each box will contain 36 packs of cards, with 9 cards per pack, and may contain randomly inserted cards. I spoke to Cornerstone about the inserts, and at this time they were hoping to do something different than the foil cards, but they couldn't say what the difference would be. They said it was also possible that there would be 9 chase cards this time. There will also be a new binder for the series two cards. Mike Brunn's KISS Collectibles is taking preorders on the Series Two cards and binder right now, and also has a very limited supply of series one binders and cards still in stock. Order yours today, dont be left out!

KA: Click Here For More KISS Merchandise Info

UNION Tour '98 Photo Album
From: The UNION Asylum
Chuck Haggard (aka Fogman) has graciously sent The UNION Asylum some great live shots of the band during their Reseda and Yucaipa shows. Chuck took a TON of great photos at those two shows, and in the coming weeks The UNION Asylum will be featuring these photos in periodic installments. These are some of the best live UNION shots on the net, so do yourself a favor and check them out!
Click Here To View the New Uploaded Photos!

July 18

July 17

Spencer's Psycho Circus Action Figures
From: Dave Wilson
It looks like the variations of the Psycho Circus action figures are starting to surface. I was in Spencers yesterday, and purchased a set that came packaged with miniature black records in the front of each figure. The records have a gold/yellow label that says "Spencers Gifts Limited Edition 1 of 12,000."

Wizard World Chicago '98 -- July 17!
From:KISS Asylum
Just wanted to remind fans of the Psycho Circus comic and KISS Action Figures that creator Todd McFarlane is scheduled to be the guest of honor at the Wizard World Chicago '98 convention taking place this weekend (starting today!). Psycho Circus comic artist Angel Medina will also be there. Here are some more details:

KISS on Super Adventure Team
From: BCR018@aol.com
Next Thursday (7/23) will have a debut show on MTV called Super Adventure Team. In the commercial it shows KISS on a space ship. It is a puppet show. This is what it says in my TV Guide: Super Adventure Team, Debut: A tongue-in-cheek series about a crew of marionette puppets living on a spaceship. First up: the insecure Col. Buck Murdock leads the team on a mission to save the world. It doesn't say anything about KISS but Peter is beside Ace, and Gene is behind and above them. At a glance, it looks like they are in a spaceship. It was really them on stage with Peter in front on his drums.

July 16

[KA Note: Yesterday we received reports that WRAT played the song again at 9:00 am. Shortly after that we spoke with Mercury, who informed us that the morning airing was the "final straw" so to speak, and that WRAT would be receiving "their papers" by the end of the day (yesterday). Considering the above report we have received, apparently it has happened.]

Psycho Circus Promotion: KISS Car Giveaway!
From: Michael Aldana
Just heard on WNEW 102.7 FM in New York that KISS is gearing up for their upcoming Psycho Circus Tour. As part of the promotion they will be giving away 15 of those customized KISS cars to fans during the tour. Each one comes complete with KISS decals and images of the band on the inside as well as the outside of the car. Also included in the car package is a guitar amplifier built into the stereo system for that extra "ummmph!"
Fans will have the chance to win the cars and other KISS prizes by purchasing the new album. Inside each CD will be a scratch off game that will allow fans to redeem winning coupons for all sorts of stuff, including the KISS car!

KISS Fans Flock To Expo
Former drummer Eric Singer is guest of honor at event
By Lisa Jackson / The Detroit News
NOVI -- Former KISS drummer Eric Singer has fond memories of Detroit and its rabid rock fans. "I travel and talk with fans all the time, but Detroiters are very loyal, very eager, very knowledgeable. They seem to remember the most minute details surrounding the band," he said. Singer, who left the band in 1996, will re-experience that loyalty when he is the guest of honor at the 1998 Detroit KISS Expo on July 26 at the Doubletree Hotel in Novi.
Would You Like To Know More? Click Here!

Spawn-Master McFarlane Hooks Up With Korn, Kiss
From: MTV News Online
Todd McFarlane, the comic book titan behind "Spawn," has lent his artistic vision to upcoming projects from Korn and Kiss. McFarlane's work will be seen on the cover of Korn's upcoming album, "Follow The Leader," when the release hits stores on August 18. The artist will also turn up with Korn at a comic book convention in San Diego on the weekend of August 14, and autographed lithographs of the cover art will be given away as part of a local radio and retail push.
McFarlane has also hooked up with his old friends in Kiss once again. He designed and marketed an updated line of Kiss action figures last year, and the two entities have joined once again for a new line tying in with the band's upcoming album. In keeping with the theme of "Psycho Circus" (the band's first album with its original line-up in 18 years), the four original Kiss members have been made over to resemble characters from some dark big top attraction, and each has been teamed with a sidekick. The New King of the Beasts Peter Criss comes with his own animal wrangler; The Celestial Ace Frehley travels with a Stiltman; The Demon Gene Simmons is now joined by the Ring Master; and The Starbearer Paul Stanley comes complete with his own Jester.
The figures are the latest stage in the McFarlane/Kiss partnership that has already spawned last year's Kiss line, and a monthly comic book series, synergistically titled "Psycho Circus."Those figures should arrive in stores on August 27, and you can learn more about the McFarlane universe at his official website at www.spawn.com.

More Pittsburgh KISS Expo Info
From: Keith
The 1998 Pittsburgh KISS Expo takes place Saturday July 25 from 1-9pm at Graffit 4615 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh. The club phone number is - (412) 682-4210. It is an all ages show and Bruce Kulick & John Corabi will do a question and answer session, sign autographs and take photos. They will also perform live. Pittsburgh's own Kings of the Nighttime World - DUECE will perform live! They will be joined by Bruce and John for a few songs.
Click Here For More KISS Expo Dates!

Psycho Babble Issue #3
From: Steve
Psycho Babble #3 was mailed out Monday 7/13 to all subscribers and includes tons of features and exclusive stories! This issue has 4 more pages than the last issue and has original cover art with a "Psycho Circus" theme! To celebrate the new album coming out in September we have decided to let everyone have access to our toll free KISS info hotline! Even if you don't subscribe to "Psycho Babble" you can still call up our 24 hour KISS info hotline at 1-800-845-0234! This service is 100% free to all KISS fans and is updated 1-2 times per week with kiss news, info, and cool merchandise updates. If you get a busy signal, just keep trying. Inside the latest Psycho Babble:

July 15

ToyFare Cover Outtake Photos!
From: Wizard World
Hey everyone, we've got some really cool photos to share with you. As you know, the current issue of ToyFare magazine (#13) features a cover shot of the Gene and Paul Psycho Circus Action Figures. The great folks at WizardWorld (parent of Wizard and ToyFare magazines) have been kind enough to send KISS Asylum some cool outtake shots that photographer Paul Schiraldi took during the cover shoot photo session.
Click Here To View The ToyFare Outtake Photos

KISS Nite At The Ball Park Update!
From: Pat Filippone, General Manager of the Prince Willian Cannons
Today (7/15) I will be interviewed by CBS Sportsline radio at 3:25 PM. It is a nation wide syndicated show. At 3:45 Bruce Kulick will be interviewed. The host of the show "The Drive" is a big Kiss fan and he is excited to talk to us about the event. The event can be heard via Real Audio on their web site. The address is www.sportsline.com. Then hit Live Radio, then hit "The Drive".
As for the night of the event we will have two top notch Kiss dealers displaying items for sale. I have received some mix tapes for the fireworks. We are also working on special food items in the Kiss theme to be sold at the game.
The Official KISS Nite At The BallPark Information Page

July 14

Psycho Circus To Be Played At 2PM EST
From: Greg Litkey
I just got off the phone with WRAT in Belmar. Apparently, it is TRUE that they are playing "Psycho Circus." They guy I talked to sounded very proud that they are the only station in the free world with the song!!! He said they would play it again at 2pm (July 14th). Hope everybody gets this on time. Get those tape machines rolling baby!!! It's 95.9, and its a pretty weak signal. Good luck.

Psycho Circus On WRAT Again
From: Lynx
I heard the single "Psycho Circus" on the Rat (95.9 WRAT) last night! It was AWESOME! I guess there is a stipulation about the song since it's not released yet, so in the middle of the song you hear the call letters for the station. Anyway, it was so great! The lyrics are classic KISS cliches and the music sounds like Creatures of the Night! Very heavy-duty Rock and Roll! It looks like a good one is on it's way!

KAOL Needs Bands!
From: Kathy Labonte
Before we release the final KAOL disc "KAOL 3 - The Spirit of '78" next year, we are re-issuing the original "KAOL Music From The Folder" disc that was first released in June of 1997. 8 of the 20 songs are being removed and replaced with new material and artists. There are still 2 or 3 slots open on this disc. If you have a band and would like to send in an audition tape, please e-mail me ASAP. This remaster is coming out soon so your material must be finished and ready on a master DAT within the next few weeks. KAOL has an entry fee to appear on the disc and all entry rules for the KAOL 3 album apply. E-mail me further for full details.
Click Here To Read More!

Psycho Circus Album Reviews
From: KISS Asylum
We knew once copies began to get around the reviews would start finding their way out. So, we have decided that we will be reporting any reviews of the album we receive, even in advance of the official release date. The following review was posted on the AOL bbs and we thought that we would go ahead and post it as the first online review of the album here at KISS Asylum.
Click Here To Read The Review

July 13

"Psycho Circus" Unofficially Hits the Airwaves!
From: Bob Burke
Hey! My local radio station WRAT in Point Pleasant, NJ played the single "Psycho Circus" today. The DJ said they "somehow" got hold of the song and so they played it! All I can say is AMAZING! Peter's drumming is dark and heavy, which is very cool and out of character for the Cat Man. Ace's guitar is literally smoking!! His solo is honestly the best he has sounded in years. Gene's bass is solid and, just like Peter's drumming, dark and heavy! And finally, the Starchild sings his ass off! It reminded me of "Jungle" meets "Strutter," in an odd way, but all in all the song is something amazing to behold!
Click Here For More Info On The Psycho Circus Album!

KISS Asylum Fanzine Focus
From: KISS Asylum
KISSASYLUM.COM has become sort of a haven for KISS fanzines, with a special online version of the print fanzine community starting to build. Currently there are 7 KISS fanzines who call KISS Asylum their online home, and in the coming months KISS Asylum will be doing a Fanzine Focus on each of the great fanzines that are part of KISSASYLUM.COM.
This week the Fanzine Focus looks at KISS Firehouse!

Roctober Comics KISS Nite
From Roctober Comics & Music (Chicago, IL) via Joe D. KISS Hell Fanzine
You Wanted The Best, This Is The Best We Can Do! Thursday July 23, 1998 marks the release date for Roctober Magazine #22. Called "The Best Zine in Chicago" by Chicago Magazine, and "A waste of money" in the hardcore publication Genesis, Roctober celebrates it's recent notoriety with the unveiling of The KISSUE, a salute to KISS! To celebrate the release of this issue, The Empty Bottle (Chicago, IL-1305 N. Western Ave.) will host a release party at 10PM, Thursday July 23rd. In addition to door prizes, celebrity guests and oddball KISS video screenings, the evening will feature a spectacular musical line up.
Would You Like To Know More? Click Here!

KISS Video Spotlight
From: KISS Asylum
Commentaries, facts, poll questions and analysis on KISS Videos from throughout KISS' career! Issue #7 is up and the KISS 1976 Destroyer Rehearsals video is reviewed! Click here to read The KISS Video Spotlight!

Russian KISS Merchandise Spotlight
From: Vladimir Iliyn / KISS Asylum News Russia
Hello, my name is Vladimir Iliyn and I run the Russian KISS fan club, "KISS Revenge." I am also the Russian KISS Asylum News Affiliate. Welcome to our spotlight on Russian KISS Merchandise. Here I will detail for everyone all the Russian KISS Merchandise that is circulating in Russia. If you have any questions about any of these items, please feel free to email me!
Click Here To View The Items!

July KISS Asylum Poll: Vote Now!
From: KISS Asylum
The July KISS Asylum Poll asks, "In light of the Reunion Tour show in Columbus, Georgia where Peter Criss was replaced, if a similar situation were to occur during the impending Psycho Circus tour where a member could not perform for some reason would you prefer the show go on with a replacement, or be canceled with no guarantee it could be made up?" Click Here to vote!

UNION Tour '98 Photo Album
From: The UNION Asylum
Chuck Haggard (aka Fogman) has graciously sent us some great live shots of the band during their Reseda and Yucaipa shows. These are some of the best live UNION shots on the net, so do yourself a favor and check them out!
Click Here To View the Photos!

July 12

Eric Carr Birthday
From: KISS Asylum
Today, July 12th, would have been Eric Carr's 48th birthday. He was born in 1950. Incidentally, it is also the birthday of a certain KISS Asylum webmaster. =)

July 11

Eric Singer To Tour With Brian May
From: Tarek Al-Chalabi
The Queen fanclub has confirmed that Eric Singer will replace Cozy Powell on Brian May's world tour. For tourdates look at : http://www.queen.net/briannews.html

Japan CD 'Miniaturized' LP Releases!
From: David Snowden Promotions
In January, 1997, the band's Japanese record company released 10 remastered KISS CD's in 'miniaturized' LP sleeves. Now, to commemorate the new KISS album, "Psycho Circus," Japan is issuing the following remastered limited edition KISS CD's in 'miniaturized' LP sleeves. These Japanese releases are very HIGH QUALITY and a great collectable. Pre-Orders must be received no later than Wednesday July 29th.

Paul Stanley Nashville Appearance Photos
From: Lisa
Lisa had a chance to attend the Paul Stanley autograph signing at the MARS Music store in Nashville. She has graciously sent some photos for everyone to see!
Paul & Lisa | Autographed Paul Photo with Wasburn PS Guitar | Paul Signing Autographs

Article On Paul Stanley In Nashville
From: Mwilly3@aol.com
Stanley Gets A KISS From The Country Crowd
No flames shot out of the guitars, no one puked blood. Heck there wasn't even one drop of face paint in sight. But a mild-mannered Paul Stanley still managed to generate a thrill for those who saw him last night and Wednesday night at the grand opening of the MARS music store in 100 Oaks Mall. In a brief friendly interview Paul told me he wasn't at all surprised that some of country's biggest stars -- including Reba McEntire -- went to the Nashville arena last year to check out the KISS show. "Music is becoming so universal and so when we're dealing with a live medium, what touches a rock audience touches a country audience," Paul pontificated. "The line becomes thinner and thinner." So what's next? KISS is putting out a new album, Psycho Circus, and the band is creating a 3-D live show that, yes indeed, will require the 3-D glasses. Rock on!

July 10

Paul & Ace at NAMM? / More Nashville Appearance Info
From: Mwilly3@aol.com
It has already been reported that Paul was in street clothes, sporting his usual look. He actually toured the store the night before. Kiss fans had a great showing, probably in the 500 range. That's not including those that just could'nt handle the wait. He was very talkative to some. He did Not give out alot of details about Psycho Circus. He did confirm a 3D Concert Show which will require 3D Glasses. He signed one or two items per person and had on hand a new 8 x 10 Black and White in Makeup with the Washburn. It is kinda a side pose. A follow up column again was in the Nashville newspaper. I will be forwarding all those for your viewing very soon. Rumours have it with NAMM in town this weekend Paul will remain in town for that. Ace may be in town also at the Gibson booth. I will confirm ASAP.

Third KISS Cars Set From Playing Mantis
From: Mwilly3@aol.com
I was at one of my local card/comic shops. He normally carries the McFarlane Figures and the Playing Mantis KISS items, and Wednesday he had gotten in a Third Set of KISS Playing Mantis cars. They are identically packaged and have the same design as Set Two (with the letter on the back window), except they are a light purple/lavender color instead of being black. He tells me these are exclusive to comic retailers only and should not show up at Spencers, Wal Mart, etc. I was not aware of this, so I thought I would pass it along to those of you that might be interested.

KISS Telephone News
From: Mike Brunn
Today, Mike Brunn's KISS Collectibles spoke to Kash'n' Gold about the KISS Telephone. As most of you may be aware of, they were finally released a few weeks ago to Spencer gifts. Those of you who were lucky to find one, and used it, may have noticed how LOUD the ringer is. Because of this problem, many phones have been returned, and further shipments to dealers are being delayed about one month. I was told that on all future shipments, the ringer volume will be adjusted. I pushed further saying that this item was delayed countless times in the past, why should I believe that shipment would take place next month. The woman on the phone said the problem has already been corrected, and now they must ship from overseas. Lets keep our fingers crossed.

UNION Japanese CD Info
From: The UNION Asylum
Click over to The UNION Asylum for information on the new UNION Japanese Import CD. Included with the news is the album cover art which is different then the art on the domestic release.
Click Over To The UNION Asylum!

July 9

KISS on Cover of ToyFare Magazine
From: Dave Wilson
I stopped by my local comic shop looking for the new KISS binder, which they didn't receive yet, but as I looked on the magazine rack I noticed that they did get in the new ToyFare. As you know, the cover features the Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley Psycho Circus Action Figures. There's also a poster of all four figures packaged separately in the back. There's no story or article, which somewhat surprised me, but it's a cool piece nonetheless.

New KISS Japanese Imports
From: David Snowden Promotions

KISS Appearance in Playboy
From: Kerry
Kiss makes an appearance in the brand new issue of Playboy [The Entertainment magazine cover within the Julie Brown layout] but still cool!!!

July 8

More KISS Series 1 Binder Info
From: Mike Brunn
The KISS Collector Card Binder is now available. A beautiful 3 ring binder, great to store your KISS cards in or even to use in school as a loose leaf binder. It has color pictures on the front, side and back. The front picture is the now classic reunion photo, and the back has another band photo, plus photos of each member. Of note: Ace's last name was spelled wrong on the back cover. I spoke to Cornerstone as soon as I received my shipment, and they said they hadn't realized the mistake, and weren't sure at this point if it would be corrected on future printings. They did say that another binder is being planned for the Series Two Cards. I have these binders in stock now for only $14.99. If you want a binder, or other KISS merchandise, send email to Mike Brunn's KISS Collectibles.

Series 2 Trading Card & Binder Info
From: David Snowden Promotions

Bruce Kulick & John Corabi At Detroit Expo
From: Bruce Kulick
KISS Asylum just talked to Bruce Kulick and he informed us that both he and John Corabi will be at the July 26th Detroit KISS Expo. Check the KISS Expo / Convention Page for more information on the Expo.

KISS on MTV
From: Jon Atherton
I saw Kiss on MTV Tuesday night. It was a special call Rock's Greatest Feuds, or something like that. It was an hour long special, and it talked about the feuds between rockers like David Lee Roth and Van Halen, Joe Perry and Steve Tyler or Aerosmith just to name a few. About halfway through the program they mentioned the KISS reunion, and showed a short, but cool, sound bit of KISS performing live, and a very short interview with Gene in full makeup. I'm sure it'll be easy to catch a rerun soon as MTV usually will play the same special two or three times a week.

KISS Sterling Silver Jewelry in the Works
From: David Snowden Promotions
A new line of sterling silver KISS jewelry is in the works. One of the pieces on the drawing board is a ring designed in the shape of Gene's head, with the "band" that goes around your finger to hold the ring in place being Gene's tongue! There is a possibility that this line of jewelry, targeted for release around the Psycho Circus Tour, may be exclusive to Spencer's stores around the country for the first 6 months or so of availability because the company designing the pieces also designs other jewelry exclusively for the Spencer chain. There may also be at least one exclusive piece of KISS sterling silver jewerly available from Snowden himself sometime in the fall when the entire line is introduced to concide with the tour. Stay tuned for more details as they become available.
Click Here For More KISS Merchandise News
Click Here To Order Official KISS Merchandise From David Snowden

KISS Kollector Issue #25
From: Joop / KISS Kollector Online
The new issue of the KISS Kollector magazine is available now. Issue 25 includes:

KISS on VH-1
From: Dave
Just to let everyone know - according to the VH-1 web site, this Friday, 7/10 at midnight (Eastern), they will be running five back-to-back episodes of the 1970's Midnight Special. They state that KISS will be on performing "Sure Know Something", and "I Was Made For Lovin' You". This should be a great show.

Gene Simmons Halloween Costume Info
From: David Snowden Promotions
The Gene Halloween costumes are in limited supply and I am currently sold out, BUT David Snowden Promotions will have more Gene Simmons Halloween Costumes in stock this September!!! This item is extremely limited and only PREORDERS will be accepted. We will continue to honor the preorder price of $185.00 per costume, and our anniversary sale discount does not apply to this preorder item. If you missed out the first time around, now is your chance to preorder this very LIMITED KISS collectable, only from David Snowden Promotions, Inc.
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July 6

Psycho Circus Album Cover Description?
From: Psychobman@aol.com
I spoke today with someone who has seen the cover of the new KISS album. The guy who designed it has been openly bragging to people, I guess because it's the first major thing he's done.
Click To The Psycho Circus Album Page For The Description! & More Album Info!

KISS Asylum Fanzine Focus
From: KISS Asylum
KISSASYLUM.COM has become sort of a haven for KISS fanzines, with a special online version of the print fanzine community starting to build. Currently there are 7 KISS fanzines who call KISS Asylum their online home, and in the coming months KISS Asylum will be doing a Fanzine Focus on each of the great fanzines that are part of KISSASYLUM.COM.
This week the Fanzine Focus looks at KISS Kollector!

KISS Stickers In Wizard #85
From: Wizard World
Issue #85 of Wizard Magazine, on sale July 29th, will contain an exclusive sheet of KISS stickers not available anywhere else. The 9 stickers all come on a single page which will be inserted with the magazine in a sealed plastic bag. Psycho Circus comic artist Angel Medina is responsible for the very cool sticker art, and in addition to the image you see here you can see a very cool KISS Sticker Animation at the Wizard World website. Check it out and be sure to pick up the magazine later this month as it looks very cool!

Pittsburgh KISS Expo News
From: C2timb@aol.com
The 1998 Pittsburgh KISS Expo is Saturday July 25 at Graffitti's. Confirmed guests are Bruce Kulick & John Corabi. There will be a Q&A as well as a live performance from Bruce & John. More details including ticket info and Expo start time will follow shortly.

KISS Dominates Previews Charts
From: Al
Just thought I'd let everyone know the latest stats for KISS related items as listed in Previews Magazine, all listings are for June orders. Psycho Circus comic #11 came in at #42 on the Top 100 comic chart; the KISS Psycho Circus Ultra Action Figures came in at #1 on the Top 10 Toys and Models chart; and the KISS Telephone came in at #4 on the Top 10 Misc. items chart.
BTW, also wanted to let people know that it appears the free KISS guide comic book that was going to be included in Wizard #86 has been pushed back to Wizard #87 to allow them to add interviews with Gene and Todd McFarlane. I also heard the cover will now be an actual KISS cover as opposed to the design you may have seen previewed in some comic pre-order magazines.

June KISS Asylum Poll Results
From: KISS Asylum
The June KISS Asylum Poll asked, "Do you think the Psycho Circus Tour will be as successful as the Reunion Tour?" The results were very balanced with most fans saying that they thought it would be more successful. To see the full results of the June poll click here
The July KISS Asylum Poll asks, "In light of the Reunion Tour show in Columbus, Georgia where Peter Criss was replaced, if a similar situation were to occur during the impending Psycho Circus tour where a member could not perform for some reason would you prefer the show go on with a replacement, or be canceled with no guarantee it could be made up?"
Click Here to vote!

July 4

Paul Stanley Washburn Guitar
From: STEVIEMYER@aol.com
This was sent to me by Washburn in regards to the new Paul Stanley Guitar.
"Look for the guitar in upcoming issues of Guitar Player and Guitar World magazines."

Bruce To Play At KISS Nite At The Ball Park
From: Pat Filippone, GM of Prince WIlliam Cannons
Bruce Kulick will be at the game to perform the National Anthem prior to the game! I am pumped about this as it will make the event even more special. Bruce will also sign autographs and have UNION merchandise for sale. He will be interviewed on DC 101 prior to the game. I am also going to try to arrange other press interviews for him. I have been getting a lot of inquiries on directions to our stadium, and you can find them on our web site at: www.pwcannons.com/direct.html.
Plans are going great for the game. I heard from an old time KISS fan about a promotion that they did on their first tour. We are going to take this gimmick one step further and make a special in between innings break for everybody. Mr. Speed will assist us with this.
I have not received any mix tapes for the fireworks show and I am still looking for a special 15 minute tape to play as opposed to just playing an album. Help! I have received a few video tapes but would like to get more if possible.
Click Here For ALL The Details Of This Great Event!

KISS Catalog Giveaway Contest In Metal Edge
From: KISS Asylum
In the September issue of Metal Edge there is a KISS contest on page 54. It is a KISS catalog giveaway where 5 lucky winners can win ALL the KISS remasters, along with the post-KISS Peter Criss albums ("Let Me Rock You" and "Out of Control") -- 18 CDs in all. All you have to do to enter is pick up the September issue of Metal Edge, which is on newsstands now, and fill out the coupon before August 1, 1998.

Psycho Circus Comic #10
From: KISS Asylum
KISS Psycho Circus comic #10 hit the stands on July 1st. Pictured to the right is the comic cover. This issue is part one of a four issue story arc called, "Destroyer." It will deal with each one of the individual icons of the KISS band that is set up in the comic. The covers of these up coming 4 issues of the KISS Destroyer arc will be such that if you lay them side by side they will make one long, contiuous picture. In the back there is an interview with Psycho Circus writer Brian Holguin. Also, in the "Psycho Babble" section they mention that now is a good time to send in your letters to get published as their mailbag is low at this point. You can Email your "Psycho Babble" letters to the editorial coordinator's address, Melanie Simmons at melsimmons@aol.com.
Click Here To View The Psycho Circus Comic Page

Peter Criss Interview -- DRUM! Magazine
From: Steve Corral
My contact at DRUM! Magazine told me that the next issue, wich should be out in a couple of weeks, will feature a Peter Criss cover story/interview. Their web site is http://www.drumlink.com/

KISS Mention on E! News Daily
From: Rikki
KISS was mentioned on E! Daily News about the kick off of the tour at Dodgers Stadium. Because it will be on Halloween, the band is asking fans to dress up as their favorite KISS member. I thought it was great that KISS was being mentioned, 'til the reporter decided to end the segement by saying KISS should dress up for Halloween also as what they really are aging rock stars.

New Merchandise: KISS Hockey Jersey
From: David Snowden Promotions
Black & Red Hockey Jersey with KISS Army logo on front and KISS logo on back! Available in adult sizes Large & Extra Large. Item ARHJ. Sale Price: $45.00
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Click Here To Order Official KISS Merchandise From David Snowden

KISS Masterfile #5 New Issue
From: Aceboy5821@aol.com
ISSUE #5 of the quarterly KISS MASTERFILE is now out. This issue marks our First Anniversary and has a spotlight on Ace Frehely. The 48 page issue features full length interviews with Karl Cochran, Richie Scarlet and C.K. Lendt, a large section describing Ace's solo demos and lyrics for Ace's demos!!! Plus much much more including reviews, NJ expo article and more. To get this issue while supplies last send 3 dollars to:
KISS MASTERFILE
108 N. Winnoski Ave, Apt C
Burlington, VT 05401

Rock & Horror Convention
From: DocRockter@aol.com
Rock & Horror Convention featuring all the KISS Dealers and other Rock & Roll Dealers. Over 350 Dealers total will be at the Meadowlands Convention Center on Saturday August 29th. Last year's guests were Bruce Kulick and Blackie Lawless, of WASP. This year's KISS Guest will soon be announced. The guest line up so far is : The entire band WASP ( WASP will be signing autographs as well as performing a full live stage show for everyone) The stage show will be on a full arena size stage. The convention hall is 60,000 sq. ft. Last year's attendence was close to 6,000 people. Also signing autographs will be Pete Steele from Type O Negative and there will be an autograph session with WWF's Undertaker & Sable and WCW's Goldberg & Giant. We will keep you posted on the KISS Guest! Ask any KISS Dealer about last year's show, It is huge! Tickets are $15. To order by credit card call Comic Explosion at (973) 235-1336 or by mail send a check or money order to: WICKED CITY, P.O. BOX 61232, STATEN ISLAND, NY 10306. The Convention Center is located off Exit 16E of the NJ Turnpike. For Guest, hotel or dealer info call (718) 979-2928

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