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 April 2006 NewsPage updated on April 30, 2006All news should be considered an unconfirmed report unless verified, and all information published at KISS Asylum is attributed to the source from which it was received so that readers may judge the validity of the statements for themselves. All information is confirmed where possible, and all publication is governed by common sense.
From: KISS Online Here's a sneak peek of the cover for issue #5 of the Official KISS Magazine.
From: EricCarr.com This poster was recently discovered in ERIC CARR's personal collection. It has to do with a charity drive, organizied by Ritchie Scarlet called "FEED THE HUNGRY." ERIC CARR joined with other Rockers and entertainers to help the needy. There was a song recorded for the project but it never was released. We are trying to find out more for our fans about this, so stay tuned. What's New In KISS Collecting CHRISTINE SIXTEEN CD - a High School Tribute to KISS From: KISSMuseum.com The latest twist on the never-ending line of KISS tribute CDs is this offering from some of our younger neighbors to the North. CHRISTINE SIXTEEN is a Quebec High School project of 15 songs with the girls on vocals and the boys on guitars and drums. Quite a good mix of old and new KISS tracks grace this high-production disc.
Unholy Love 'em and Leave 'em Strutter Calling Dr Love Rock and Roll Hell I Stole Your Love Rock Soldiers All American Man Detroit Rock City Not For the Innocent I Love it Loud Rise To it Ladies Room Shout it Out Loud BRUCE KULICK Interview $14.50 at KISSmuseum.com
From: EricCarr.com Come say hi to the staff of ericcarr.com at the New York KISS Convention. Eric's parent's are planning to visit. Drop by our tables. While your are there, check out all the awesome one of a kind rare KISS items owned by ERIC CARR. There will be RIAA Awards, Handwritten items from GENE SIMMONS, PAUL STANLEY and PETER CRISS. These items were owned by and written to ERIC CARR by the band members. Also there will be rare unreleased photos, ERIC CARR used drumset equipment, some of Eric's favorite paintings on canvas from the early 1980's ( many were hung on his apartment wall). Many items are for sale and others are just for your personal enjoyment!! See you there, Lori and the staff of ericcarr.com Make sure to drop by and say hi. May 6th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, (formerly Meadowlands Hilton) Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ See you there!
From: KISSOnline QUESTION: Being a KISS fan yourself, what do you think of the The Elder Album? --- Jay Blankenship, Indianapolis, Indiana ANSWER (Tommy): I was never a fan of The Elder. To be honest, by the time Dynasty and Unmasked had came out I had lost interest in KISS. And then I was watching TV I guess around 1982 and I saw them on a late-night TV show called Fridays playing "The Oath" (from The Elder) and I thought, this is cool. It was stripped down, Marshalls, black and silver outfits, raw and LIVE and ROCKIN'. The only downfall was they all had short hair, but that was OK, they were back on the right track! Next thing you know "Creatures" comes out and that was great, I really like that album. It's funny, but in recent years I have a new appreciation for all of those late-70s, early-80s KISS albums. QUESTION: I know you've played many shows with KISS already but what do you think when you look around during a show and see Gene and Paul in makeup? It must be so strange to be up there playing with legends you grew up loving as fan? --- Mike Hayes, Dennis, Mass. [more]
From: KISSOnline KISSONLINE recently spoke with Brian Galvin, owner of the new KISS Coffeehouse in Myrtle Beach, SC. Seems construction is proceeding nicely and Brian has some big surprises in store for the official opening sometime in June. What makes this great new KISS project even more exciting is that Brian is a true KISS fan and his knowledge and enthusiasm for all things KISS will be evident throughout the Coffeehouse. KOL will have new photos and progress reports each week, right up until the opening. In this photo confetti is applied and dried, before the floor is finished.
From: INDY Star TV Q&A Question: I seem to remember a mid-1980s movie starring GENE SIMMONS of the rock band KISS and another singer, the Prince protege Vanity. But no one seems to remember this movie. Can you tell me the title? Answer: That's the 1986 film "Never Too Young to Die," which also stars John Stamos. He's a gymnast named Lance Stargrove who's avenging the death of his father. Vanity is secret agent Danja Deering, who teams with Lance to find the killer -- Velvet Von Ragner, played by Simmons.
From: KISSAsylum.com KISSAsylum wishes Ace a happy birthday.
From: Eric-Singer.com Just got back from our ESP trip to Australia. Both shows went great with a really strong turnout. The Oz fans are super nice to us & really seem to be so sincere with their words & apreciation. The weather could not have been better for us to enjoy the few days off we had as well. I have not eaten that much seafood in a weeks time ever ! We hope to go back as soon as possible and try to make this an annual trip. A huge thanx to our Promoters Michael & John for taking such good care of us ! You guys are the biz! And special thanx to Paul Drennan for his unending support & help with just about everything. Lastly, we thank ALL the fans who came out to support us. You made us feel special in your home. peace/Eric
From: Kulick.net
From: www.adjab.com Given his proclivity for jumping on any venture that could earn him a few more bucks, GENE SIMMONS has essentially become the George Foreman of rock and roll. This fall KISS will be slapping its name and image on bottles of fragrance, deodorant, body wash, body splash, lotion, and etc for both men and women. The campaign, which will feature both print ads and television spots, as well as promotional events and giveaways on college campuses, will launch in October. The taglines for the new campaign is "You'll never forget your first...." and "Fragrances made for lovin' you!"
KISS Cloth Patch And Button Set From: KISSMuseum.com Just released - a unique matching KISS pin and button set. Patch is 3.5" wide with a very high quality stitch density and silver thread accents that catch the light as you move; a stunning piece. The 1" button actually has a cloth front; a very odd material to use, but the texture complements the patch perfectly when worn together as shown. (Construction of button is metal-backed with standard pin clasp covered with red cloth material on front). We've never seen a cloth button before, but it's a very effective medium for this set - not unlike a big, red KISS logo Sun rising from behind the four band members. $4.95 at KISSmuseum.com
From: KISSKollector Earlier this year, The Coloured Faces released a KISS tribute album, titled The Music Of KISS, featuring covers of the following KISS songs: Detroit Rock City Beth Strutter Deuce Shout It Out Loud Lick It Up Rock And Roll All Nite Love Gun Christine Sixteen Cold Gin God Of Thunder I Was Made For Lovin' You Calling Dr. Love Heaven's On Fire Forever I Love It Loud Tears Are Falling
From: Action-Figure.com Prototype still in development - final product may vary Each Sideshow Exclusive version of the KISS Premium Format figures includes an additional base, so that you can choose the 'stage' for the band's performance. The exclusive base features artwork on the top surface based upon the stage make-up of the band member. Sideshow is proud to offer KISS in the Premium Format line. Each band member stands a full 20 inches tall, and is dressed in a miniature reproduction of the Destroyer era costumes. A variety of materials have been used to recreate each band member's signature look, including high quality polystone, real fabric, sequins, rhinestones, and metal. These KISS figures will be the centerpiece of any KISS collection, the largest and most accurate reproductions ever created. No other KISS collectible has captured the personality, attitude, and menace of the band in the way that Premium Format does. [more] KISS Sighting From: John Kozak I'm a big KISS fan (almost 30 years) and I was watching an NFL Europe game between Cologne and Hamburg on the NFL Network, and there was a disputed call that suspended play, and while they sorted things out, "I Was Made For Lovin' You" could be heard being played throughout the stadium, from the intro to the first chorus. It just goes to show that the band and it's songs hold up over time, all over the world!
From: Drew I thought Gene's brother was an only child? Or that Gene is an only child? After one of my recent gigs, a good friend stopped by and took a couple pics with me ... well, it's as close as I'll ever get to meeting the real Gene!! That's me on the left, and him on the right. Uncanny resemblence, isn't it?
From: KISSAsylum What a fantastic night. I just got home and it's 4am. ERIC SINGER, BRUCE KULICK, Chuck Garrick and John Korabi gave it their all to a crowd of around 1000 fans. Eric was doing the usual thing, bashing those poor drums...lol. He showed the crowd that he is the best drummer around! Bruce played his guitar with precision. Not one mistake. Poor Chuck was being picked on all night from Eric and made a few stuff up's thanks to Eric's pranks! I even stuffed him up when I got to press the cords on his bass as I was in the front row as usual. John Korabi also kicked ass. John and Chuck are very talented musicians, just like Eric and Bruce :) [more]
From: GeneSimmons.com Hey Gene. My son and I drag race snowmobiles,and we thought you might like to see our KISS Prostock sled...Enjoy..and yes its Fast too. Regards Clare Tatton.
From: KISSOnline.com Celebrity Gallery announces the release of limited edition DESTROYER canvas wall art. These high quality DESTROYER canvas images are produced as a "Giclee" on canvas with hand painted embellishments. KISS canvas wall art is offered as a limited edition numbered series of 1000. For more information, click here: www.celebritygallerie.com/index.php?cPath=22.
From: Multichannel.com KISS, Queen, Def Leppard and Judas Priest will be recognized during VH1 Rock Honors, set to debut on the network Wednesday, May 31 at 9 p.m. The event will be hosted by Jaime Pressly (My Name Is Earl). It will be taped at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas Thursday, May 25. The network added that it will announce additional performers, presenters and special guests as they are confirmed.
From: KISSFAQ.com KISS' "Rock The Nation Live!" DVD is now available in Japan. Pictured is the Packaging...
From: Yahoo! News KISS' GENE SIMMONS, left, and long-time girlfriend Shannon Tweed chat with a reporter at the A&E Network Up-Fronts event, Tuesday, April 18, 2006 in New York. Stars gathered at Rose Hall at the Time Warner Center as A&E unveiled its Fall 2006. Flags Wanted For March From: Joe Apple We at the KISS Army wan't everyone who wishes to be represented at the March on the Rock Hall to send a flag of their home country to us to be flown in Cleveland ,Ohio the day of the march August 5th.2006. If you wish to donate a flag to be flown at the KISS Army March on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame to represent your country, please contact me via email. Also,if you have online friends in countries other than the USA and Canada that would like their country represented, contact them and ask. My email is kissman652001@yahoo.com Thanks. Joe Apple Chairman for the KISS Army march on the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
From: bestweekever.blogs.com Recently, GENE SIMMONS, KISS's sex-crazed front-man, had brainstorm: Why not combine women's exercise with sex to create the perfect workout: Sexercise. It's hot for men, it's slimming for women and the workout video will earn him millions. What's more, he can hold auditions where hot babes will show him why they should be Sexercise's workout video hosts. And maybe he can even whip out his bouncey bouncey hand dance. View Gene plugging his Sexercise video on TMZ at us.video.aol.com/video.index.adp?mode=1&pmmsid=1634528.
From: Wes Bentley Check out what I recently purchased -Gene's Gibson bass he played on The Paul Lynde Halloween Special, Don Kirshiner's Rock Concert, as well as the Love 'em & Leave 'em video. I know its also on the cover of KISS Strikes Back, the centerfold from the 70's Comic (I think), & on page 69 of Behind The Mask. However, I'm trying to find out as much as I can about the history of this bass. Any help from fans would be appreciated. Thanks! Wes Bentley [wesb14@bellsouth.net].
From: GridSkipper.com Gridskipper pere Chris Mohney is still in Las Vegas and I'd normally leave the Vegas tips to him. But when the Los Angeles Times reports on the subculture of LV's all-dwarf KISS cover bands, sometimes you just gotta write about it. The current controversy is over allegations that Joey Fatale, the 4'4" mini-GENE SIMMONS who fronts all-dwarf tribute band MiniKiss, tried to assault "Little" Tim Loomis of rival all-little person cover band Tiny KISS. MiniKiss also includes a 350-pound woman for good measure. The Long Island-based MiniKiss plays out regularly and a schedule can be found at their site. But, as these things happen, your best bet for 4-feet-tall Gene Stanleys comes courtesy of rival upstarts Tiny Kiss: The band signed a contract to play nightly at Las Vegas variety show Beacher's Madhouse starting in July 2006. MiniKiss [Official Site] Tiny Kiss [Beacher's Madhouse] Beacher's Madhouse [Official Site] MiniKiss vs Tiny Kiss [Sploid]
From: Brandweek The rock band KISS is preparing to unleash a marketing campaign behind its new fragrance. The fall launch will be supported with print, television and promotional events that play off a Venetian mask theme and tie back to the group's flamboyant makeup style. Averett Free Ginsberg, New York, developed the ads. Promotional events will include a sampling campaign of KISS masks, blotter cards, scented tattoos, stickers and car fresheners. Sampling will be held in stores and on more than 60 college campuses. [more]
From: KISSOnline.com Hard to believe but a decade has past since KISS' Reunion Tour announcement!! 10 years ago this week KISS officially announced the Reunion Tour of the four original members and subsequent Alive Worldwide Tour, on the aircraft carrier USS Intrerpid in New York City.
From: KISSAsylum.com I'm in the process of cleaning out some stuff and I came across some photos I took of KISS at MSG in 1977. I was in the 4th row on the second night by Ace. You can see more of photos from the show, and other KISS related photos on Eric's website: www.mcconnell-simmons.com/kiss/kiss.html. Long Island Music Hall Of Fame From: Gerry Gagliano There has been a movement for some time to set up a Long Island music hall of fame here in New York. It looks as if they are moving along, and have announced their first class of inductees. Sure enough, KISS is there along with acts like Billy Joel, Twisted Sister, Pat Benetar, George Gershwin, and even Count Basie. There is some kind of induction ceremony to be held in October of this year at the Patchogue Theatre. You can see more about it on their website www.limusichalloffame.org/inductees.html
From: KISSAsylum.com David Dingman was on Ellen today for a health update. He is a 10 year old KISS fan featured on a previous episode who has throat cancer and Ellen brought the band to meet him. He's doing well even taking Karate now. Donations to help support David's continued medical care can be sent to David's cancer fund at: David Dingman Cancer Fund Community Bank of Northern Virginia 107 Free Court Sterling, VA 20164
From: Hit Parader Magazine The yearly "Top 100 Bands of Hard Rock" issue of Hit Parader (April/Spring 2006) is on sale now. KISS made a great showing at #5 out of 100! Here are the top twenty. 20-Iron Maiden 19-Rush 18-Alice In Chains 17-Soundgarden 16-Def Leppard 15-Motley Crue 14-Ozzy Osbourne 13-Cream 12-Aerosmith 11-Nirvana 10-Deep Purple 9-Judas Priest 8-Metalica 7-Van Halen 6-Jimi Hendrix 5-KISS 4-Guns N'Roses 3-Black Sabbath 2-AC/DC 1-Led Zeppelin There were also sub-catagories of top 10 lists, and KISS is number 1 on several of them. Here are a few of the lists. Top 10 Live Bands [more]
From: KISSAsylum.com Birthday cake of our friend Jean-claude from France.
From: PAUL STANLEY's Paradise The PAUL STANLEY's Paradise message board opened up on October 21, 2004. A few months later we thought we needed a home page and website to go along with it. Now we're taking it all a step further with a fanzine. I'm really proud of our website and message board and all of the people who meet on our board to help make it a true home for PAUL STANLEY fans. I wanted to bring that same vibe to a fanzine. As for PAUL STANLEY? He needs no introduction. He is a rock and roll icon, the quintessential frontman. Whether it's with the makeup or without it, it's all about great songs, great vocals and a stage presence like no one else. He is the epitome of a rock star. I came late to my appreciation of KISS, enlisting in early 2003. I was aware of them my whole life but only knew the hits and had this preconceived notion of what I thought they were like. I had a KISS Greatest Hits CD that just sat on my shelf, still in the shrink wrap, figuring every home had to have Rock And Roll All Nite in their collection. This band finally started to intrigue me a few years back when I watched them on TV playing under the Brooklyn Bridge -- my jaw on the floor at the thought of just how lucky KISS fans must be. I wondered what the hell I was missing out on. Unfortunately, life got in the way and I put my interest on the back burner. A few years later, after one week of repeated viewings of Beyond the Makeup, I just couldn't take it anymore. I had to rip open that CD and find out for myself. Ok, so I finally caught on. [more]
From: SideshowToy.com Get excited because now is the time to pre-order Sideshow's KISS Premium Format figures!! The band that holds the American record for the most Gold Certified Albums... the band that has broken records set by The Beatles... the band that has given some of the most excessive live performances in history... is taking Sideshow by storm! For more information on how to pre-order, visit www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/category.cgi?category=0. Ask ERIC SINGER From: Eric-Singer.com Hello Eric, I know that Peter was one of the founding members of KISS one of the greatest rock bands in the world of our time, but you actually fit the band best. I am very impressed by your professionalism in how you fit each gig and you mold to it like you were always there. question to you is: me being a drummer as well, I was curious about the drumheads you use because we all know of the quality level of heads these days pulling from the hoop and coating chipping ect, no need to mention company names. Why do you play Attack drumheads when they are the most inconsistent head out? They must make them for you custom like T Bozzio's,,, am I wrong and if I am please fill me in because I never looked at Attack seriously. Thanx ES:Thanx for the props !! I have had really great results with ATTACK heads for over 10 years now. I do indeed use the Bozzio model heads most of the time but have also had good results and consistency with the others as well. I don't know what else to tell you ? Give em' a more serious look perhaps ?? good luck E Hi Eric, I'm Andy from Powerzone Records of Rome (Italy). I contact you becouse we would like to produce a new album of Badlands. Do you think it's possible? Are you in contact with the other guys? Please let me know. Thanks Andy [more]
From: KISSOnline.com As a band, KISS has long been known for its outrageous costumes and explosive stage shows. Now the hard-core glam rockers hope they'll be known not only for their makeup but also for their new pair of fragrances, which are due on 2,000 department store counters this September.
From: Célébritiés Galleries The next piece in PAUL STANLEY's Limited Edition Art is "God Of Thunder." It's a painting of GENE SIMMONS, with lyrics from "God Of Thunder" painted next to him. See more of Paul's Limited Edition Art at Célébrités Galleries.
From: npr.org MiniKiss is a cover band devoted to the face-painting rock music group, entirely comprised of "little people." The band tours all over the world and has earned a cult following. But now the band faces some competition from another group called Tiny KISS. It's a campy outfit featuring three little people and one not-so-little person -- a 300-pound-plus female lead singer, also decked out in signature KISS makeup. Madeleine Brand talks with Joey Fatale, founder of MiniKiss, on what life is like as the miniature GENE SIMMONS and how he feels about the competition. Listen to the story here
From: MovieFone In 'Garfield: A Tail Of Two Kitties', America's favorite feline, Garfield (Bill Murray, voice), follows his owner, Jon (Breckin Meyer), to England. The U.K. may never recover, as Garfield is mistaken for a look-alike, regal cat who has inherited a castle. Garfield savors the royal treatment afforded by his loyal "subjects," but his reign is in jeopardy. The nefarious Lord Dargis (Bill Connolly) is determined to do away with Garfield, so he can turn the castle into a resort. View the trailer, which features KISS' "Rock 'N Roll All Nite" at www.trailerdownload.net/remote/1129.
From: GeneSimmons.com "Phoenix Books' Michael Viner asked me to read some children's stories for an upcoming new audio book anthology series they're doing. I read 'Thumbalina' and the 'Giant Octopus'. Both, incidentally are based on the classic children's stories, but take place underwater. Look for it in a few months."
From: KISS Forever Remember March of 1999 when the first-ever issue of the legendary Playboy magazine came out with a male person on the cover? There was GENE SIMMONS with 3 beautiful ladies - 7 years later we did almost the same! On 12 pages inside the March 2006 edition you can see the KISS Forever Band with 10 nice hungarian girls, you can read an interview with the band, you can check out the "making of" the photo-shooting, there's a lots of cool pictures about the girls with our instruments, in full KISS make-up or just naked, they are HOTTER THAN HELL! Hungarian Playboy's editor-in-chief personally contacted KISS FOREVER to re-create the famed KISS Playboy issue of 1999. The full-color 12 page spread features the sexy rock 'n roll women of Hungary that are fans of KISS and KISS FOREVER for a hotter than hell issue. Read more about the issue at www.kissinuk.com/cms/content/view/116/26/.
From: LATimes.com They might be pint-sized performers onstage, but offstage they're in a giant-sized dispute. Joey Fatale, the 4-foot, 4-inch New Yorker who heads the all-dwarf KISS tribute band MiniKiss (pictured), is denying published reports that he tried to sneak past security last month at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas to confront a rival band leader, 4-foot "Little" Tim Loomis of Tiny KISS, for allegedly ripping off his idea for such a group. Loomis, a former drummer for MiniKiss, was performing with Tiny KISS, which includes three little people and a 350-pound woman, on St. Patrick's Day at Beacher's Madhouse, a Las Vegas variety show, when the incident occurred. [more]
From: glam-metal.com One of my favorite artists that you have worked with is PAUL STANLEY of KISS. You worked with him on his soon-to-be-released solo record, right? Yes, I did. I played almost all the leads on his record. I also played some rhythm guitar. That was a really great experience. He was totally fun to hang out with and he was funny. I meet him before briefly but never spent any time with him, so I didn't know what he was like or what to expect. But he turned out to be a great guy to be around. And the music is very cool. What does it sound like? Well, I'm younger, so I think that he brought me in because he wanted it to sound more like modern rock. If it does sound like KISS, it's because it's PAUL STANLEY. But it's modern rock, it does have some heavy tunes and a couple of laid back ballads. But overall it sounds very modern. Did you co-write any of the material with him? No, no definitely not. Basically what happened is I worked for an artist that Doc McGee managed and he called me in and Paul liked my playing and from there it just worked out. [more]
From: TommyThayer.com Question #1 I have always wondered how you guys put your makeup on so straight and neat? How is that done, man? Thanks, Dale Long, West Jacket, WV ANSWER: No kidding, but very carefully. It usually takes us almost two hours to put on the make-up. Question #2 What are your thoughts on the 2005 Queen + Paul Rodgers tour? Personally, I think it's great to see Queen in action again. If they came to Pittsburgh, I'd be there in a heartbeat. Thank you kindly, Aaron Greer, Pittsburgh, PA [more]
From: KISSAsylum.com Our friend ToniAnne celebrated her 40th birthday Saturday night with a KISS themed cake!!!
From: KISSKollector.com Finally there's some news on Shannon Tweed's long awaited book KISS And Tell. For unknown reasons the book by GENE SIMMONS' girlfriend has been delayed for a long time, but Phoenix Books has now announced a May 2006 release. The list price for this 192 page hardcover book - with a foreword by Gene himself - is $ 24.95. Apparantly, an audio CD version of the book was already released by New Millennium in October of 2004 (on 5 discs)… The book's PR write-up states: "Two decades and two children after their first meeting at the Playboy Mansion, Shannon Tweed and GENE SIMMONS are still happily together--with never a fight or even cross words. KISS and Tell is the surprising other side of the story from one of the world's most beautiful women."
From: Sideshow Collectibles A preview of Sideshow Collectible's 1:4 scale KISS figures. Q&A With ERIC SINGER From: KISSarmyKotka.com Q: The "Rock The Nation" DVD is now out. It clearly shows the great chemistry between you four guys live. Do you think that there still might be a chance to capture that chemistry in studio? Do you have any plans to release yet another studio album? Do you feel it might be possible? Eric: "We do have a great chemistry playing-wise and off stage as well. I think this is because we all are very professional as people and take what we do seriously and with a lot of pride. I would love to see a recording of some kind in the future if it is meant to be." Q: There's been a debate on our forum about whether you play the drums on "God Gave Rock 'n' Roll to You II" or ERIC CARR? I know he's in the video, but I remember Paul [Stanley] revealing in an interview that it's actually you on the track. How did it feel to step into ERIC CARR's shoes? [more]
ACE FREHLEY will appear on VH1 Celebrity Poker Challenge!!! There is also a contest for two spots to sit and play poker with the celebrities!!! Guests include ACE FREHLEY of KISS, Vinnie Paul of Pantera, Dusty Hill of ZZ Top, plus many more!!! For more info go to the site at www.celebritypokerplayer.net
From: Markosia Music Bob Kulick has just been announced as a guest at the 20th Annual N.Y. KISS EXPO! This Grammy Award Winning Producer and legendary rock guitarist played on several studio tracks on KISS Alive 2, as well as PAUL STANLEY's 1978 Solo Album, KISS Killers and even Creatures of the Night! Bob also toured with PAUL STANLEY's solo band in the 90s. Kulick recently produced Jazan Wild's Carnival Of Souls Cd for Jazan Wild who will also be attending the Expo!
From: Russ/KISSAsylum.com Recent live photo of Lenny Kravitz. Still a KISS fan!! KISS To Be Honored By VH1 From: Associated Press According to The Associated Press, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame looks to be getting some competition. VH1 announced Thursday (April 6) that it will debut the "VH1 Rock Honors" next month to pay homage to the gods of hard rock. The inaugural honorees are KISS, QUEEN, DEF LEPPARD and JUDAS PRIEST. The ceremony, to take place May 25 in Las Vegas, will pay tribute to hard-rock legends much like the Rock Hall of Fame does, with "spoken tributes, filmed packages and performances by some of today's hottest rock acts as well as the legends themselves." [more]
From: heraldtribune.com GENE SIMMONS has been called many things during his 30-plus career as the tongue-wagging, fire-breathing bass player for the rock band KISS. "Modest" has never been one of them. With KISS, Simmons has carved out a multimedia empire by marketing the band's brand on everything from comic books to caskets. (Not to mention holding the record for the most gold records by a group.) [more]
From: KISSOnline.com Celebrity Cellars announces the launch of the new KISS limited edition, etched collectable wine bottle featuring the image from the band's iconic Destroyer album. The KISS wine bottle made by Celebrity Cellars will be limited to only a thousand. Known internationally for their "rock and roll all night," message, the hand-painted and hand-etched label embodies the band's brand and image. The collection commemorates over 30 years of rock & roll by featuring the same art work from their fifth studio album in a classic form. Celebrity Cellars, working in close collaboration with Signatures Network, KISS's long-time merchandise and licensing representative, has been groundbreaking by producing collectable bottles that embody entertainment industry's most celebrated artists. [more]
From: KISSOnline.com The most recent issue of Italy's ROCK HARD Magazine has hit the streets with the cover story, "KISS - Still The Hottest Band In The World!" The article features in-depth interviews with Paul and Tommy, the making of the Rock The Nation Live! DVD, essential KISS discography and much more.
From: Bradenton Herald It was Chevy Chase's movie, but KISS rock band founder GENE SIMMONS, sans the Kabuki make-up, caused the biggest uproar on the red carpet at opening night of the Sarasota Film Festival. Stepping out of a black stretch limo, sporting sunglasses, black jacket and a curvaceous twentysomething blond woman on each arm, Simmons' arrival at the screening of "Funny Money" drove autograph-hunting KISS fans into a veritable frenzy outside the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall Friday night. Fans roared "Gene!" and erupted into a Beatlemania-style scream for Simmons, 56, who generously stopped to sign a few autographs and proudly told the media, "I'm all about money and beautiful women. That's what life's all about." [more]
From: Bradenton Herald The other celebrities will likely run for cover. Typically, the stars aren't overly excited about facing a crowd of frenzied fans. And there will be plenty of places for them to hide at the Sarasota Film Festival's Opening Night Gala, which takes place tonight at the sprawling John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art. However, there should be one exception. As planned, GENE SIMMONS will stomp through the crowd while conspicuously tailed by a camera crew, his own camera crew. Devotees of the shock rock group KISS will likely beg the fire breathing and blood spitting musician for an autograph. While the remainder of the crowd will be busy asking each other: "What the heck is GENE SIMMONS doing here?" [more]
From: GeneSimmons.com Simmons waves green flag to start the race. Going by is PJ Chessin in the "Car Melo" team, co-owned by Nugget's Carmelo Anthony.
From: KISSKollector.com A 'Hot Wired' feature int the new issue of Variety magazine on some of A&E's current and upcoming TV shows includes a photo of the stars of the forthcoming reality series GENE SIMMONS' Family Jewels, Nicholas Simmons, GENE SIMMONS, Sophie Simmmons-Tweed and Shannon Tweed. |
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