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 July 2006 NewsPage updated on July 31, 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: KISSOnline Here is Friday's KISS set list from the Chumash Casino. Detroit Rock City Makin' Love Watchin' You King Of The Night Time World Deuce Christine Sixteen Firehouse Got To Choose Strutter Take Me Heaven's On Fire I Love It Loud Love Gun God Of Thunder Do You Love Me 100,000 Years Shout It Out Loud Black Diamond Let Me Go, Rock & Roll Encore: C'mon And Love Me God Gave Rock & Roll To You Rock And Roll All Nite
From: CM Distro Girls Got Rhythm is a tribute to some of the biggest names in hard rock by the women who love them. Includes covers of tracks by KISS, AC/DC, Black Sabbath, Iron Maiden, etc. Features some of the best female tribute bands from L.A.'s widely popular cover band scene, including Black Diamond, KISSexy, The Iron Maidens, Whole Lotta Rosies and many more! Album comes out Aug. 22nd. Track listing: THUNDHERSTRUCK - Thunderstruck / THE IRON MAIDENS - Run To The Hills / MISTRESS OF REALITY - Fairies Wear Boots / CHEAP CHICK - Surrender /BLACK DIAMOND - Love Gun / MS. FITS - Last Caress / HELL'S BELLES - Back In Black / THE LITTLE DOLLS - I Don't Know / ZEPPARELLA - The Lemon Song /KISSEXY - Lick It Up / WHOLE LOTTA ROSIES - Dog Eat Dog / RAMONAS - Sheena Is A Punk Rocker / FOXEY LADY - Foxey Lady.
From: KISSOnline KISS just rocked another standing room only crowd at Chumash Casino! The audience was even more intense then Wednesday's show, with KISS delivering another powerful, energetic performance. Paul was especially energetic tonight, jumping and dancing around the stage at a frantic pace. Seeing KISS in this intimate setting with full pyro and fireworks was special indeed! The band added "Take Me" and "100,000 Years" to the set this evening. [more]
From: TMZ Following in the footsteps of the Osbournes, rock legend and wildman GENE SIMMONS of KISS, along with his family, will serve as the latest reality family to hit the small screen. Gene's family is slightly scandalous in certain parts of the country as, unlike Sharon and Ozzy, he's not married. The show will feature his "unmarried" partner of 20+ years and former Playmate of the Year Shannon Tweed and their two children. Like Ozzy, we'll get to see Gene offstage in his Dad persona doing regular Dad stuff like bringing Gatorade to his daughter's soccer games and cheering on his son's band. And, Gene being Gene, we'll see some intimate moments with Shannon like a discussion over Gene's preference for sex over food. It'll be interesting to see if the couple discusses Gene's reported cavorting with [more]
From: KISSKollector The new issue of Holland’s Veronica TV guide includes a small feature on the KISS Coffeehouse, along with a picture of GENE SIMMONS and PAUL STANLEY taken during the grand opening last month (see image below). In the piece it says that whiskey would fit their image much better, but that they apparantly prefer coffee – which they personally served to the first 5,000 thousand visitors that day. The feature also states that the plan is to open up more KISS Coffeehouses in the USA.
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From: KISSOnline Here are some photos from Wednesday's KISS sound check and performance at Chumash Casino. [more]
From: Radio Reality Check Legendary KISS drummer PETER CRISS phoned into "Radio Reality Check" to give his support to the KISS Army's efforts of getting KISS into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. You can hear Peter's call at www.livetojam.com/reality-check.html. On July 20, "Radio Reality Check" aired a special episode dedicated to the upcoming KISS Army March in Cleveland, Ohio to help secure KISS' long overdue induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Special guests on the program will include Bob Kulick (performed and co-wrote material on KISS albums), Jan Kuehnemund (founder of '80s female hard rock band VIXEN), Ron Keel (founder of KEEL, produced by GENE SIMMONS), Joey Fatale (founder of MINI KISS), plus KISS Army March planners Paul Carpenter, Kim Rolfe and Kristine Connell. The show also included a special interview with Loretta Caravello, sister of late KISS drummer ERIC CARR.
From: Blabbermouth KISS frontman PAUL STANLEY has finalized the track listing for his first non-KISS release since his self-titled 1978 album (issued in tandem with solo projects from the other three original KISS members). The album, entitled "Live to Win", is scheduled for release in October via Universal Music. The CD features contributions from session drummer Victor Indrizzo, guitarist Corky James, former MARILYN MANSON and current ROB ZOMBIE guitarist John 5, former KISS guitarist BRUCE KULICK (who plays bass on a few songs) and noted string arranger David Campbell. "Live to Win" track listing: 01. Live To Win [3:10] 02. Wake Up Screaming [3:04] 03. Lift [4:03] 04. Every Time I See You Around [3:30] 05. Bulletproof [3:03] 06. All About You [3:18] 07. Second To None [3:39] 08. It's Not Me [3:22] 09. Loving You Without You [3:19] 10. Where Angels Dare [3:23] [more]
From: KISSOnline KISS rocked a standing room only crowd tonight at the Chumash Casino, and we mean standing room only! The room, including the aisles, was packed full with fans who were treated to a special intimate show, which to everyone's surprise included fireworks, pyro and confetti! Gene even breathed fire and spit blood. So much for a no thrills, scaled back show! KISS responded to the intimate setting with an energetic set that included "Kissin' Time" and the addition of "C'mon and Love Me". KISSONLINE supporter Kevin Gladden was kind enough to provide us with this photo from tonight's show. Set List: [more]
From: Radio Quebec Beginning this Friday at 7PM through Sunday at 7PM, www.radioquebec.biz and www.radioquebec.info will feature KISS. For 48 hours the two radio streams will be 100% KISS.
From: KISSOnline We offer our condolences and deepest sympathies to Eric on his father's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul, Gene and Tommy
From: Fanscape GENE SIMMONS is back and this time he brought his family along for the ride. Tune into A&E starting August 7th to his new reality show GENE SIMMONS Family Jewels to watch all of the drama unwind and the family deals with everything from marriage and relationships to fame, fortune and fornication A&E's GENE SIMMONS' Family Jewels Website (www.aetv.com/genesimmonsfamilyjewels) features exclusive video, biographies, and more.
From: TalkingMetal.com This episode features an interview hosts Mark Strigl and John Ostronomy conducted with VH1 Classic VJ and Q104.3 DJ, Eddie Trunk. Interview topics include Trunk's thoughts on the next ACE FREHLEY album, Frehley's recent work with former Lynch Mob bassist Anthony Esposito, VH1 Rock Honors, Slash, Rob Zombie, KISS, PETER CRISS, Axl Rose's historic appearance on Trunk's "Friday Night Rocks," Sebastian Bach, Scott Ian, Chris Jerricho, Jim Breuer, Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Metallica, the future of Van Halen, and Eddie Van Halen's health. Additional podcast topics include Rammstein, 3 Inches of Blood, Strapping Young Lad, GENE SIMMONS, CJ Sleez, The Absence, the Metal Injection "Injected" podcast, the "Rock and Roll Geek Show," and Skid Row bassist Rachel Bolan. Listen to the Podcast at www.striglsmusicnews.com/podcasts/talkingmetal
From: AdAge.com Don't let the tongue, big ego and rock 'n' roll past fool you. When it comes to making money, GENE SIMMONS is serious. Serious as cancer. And with the advent of Simmons Abramson Marketing, a partnership with former "Pee-Wee's Playhouse" producer Richard Abramson, he thinks he can make money for you, too. Best known for the KISS bassist persona that catapulted him to international celebrity, GENE SIMMONS is also a businessman with an animated TV series, two TV reality shows, his own record label, two best-selling books and the marketing company Simmons Abramson, which has been working on the Indy Racing League account since last year. That campaign now has a new GENE SIMMONS theme song, 'I am Indy.' Of course, any marketer looking to hitch its wagon to the Simmons Abramson experience will have to buckle up for the ride. After all, Simmons is the guy who refused to use the preferred acronym for his first client, Indy Racing League, because IRL sounds "corporate and worse" (worse, in this case, being "a disease"). [more]
From: Blabbermouth Guitarist BRUCE KULICK (GRAND FUNK RAILROAD, KISS, UNION) recently sat down with LiveToJam.com to discuss his current projects, which include the wide distribution release of UNION's "Do Your Own Thing Live!", the guitar instructional DVD "KISS Forever" as well as a soon to be released KISS compilation DVD primarily focused on the period when Bruce was with KISS. Bruce also offers advice for aspiring guitar players. Watch the video interview at www.livetojam.com/bruce-kulick.html
From: Udo Fest See additional KISS photos from last weekend's Udo Fest at udofes.jp/report/23/kiss.html
From: KISSOnline KISS just finished rockin' the Fuji Speedway! Tonight's crowd was easily the most intense of the tour and KISS responded to the crowd in a big way, delivering an energenic, powerful set that ended their short Japanese Tour on a high note! Sebastian Bach, the Foo Fighter's Taylor Hawkins as well as members of Alice In Chains and the Click Five were rocking away in the pit during the show. Paul had a slight mishap tonight when he flew during "I Was Made For Loving' You". First he almost over shot the platform and then was actually stuck on the platform while a crew member worked to get the flying rig to Paul. The band never misseed a beat though and extended the song a little until Paul was back on the main stage. The band also played "Lick It Up" tonight! Set List: [more]
From: KISSOnline Just arrived at Fuji Speedway for tonight's show. Photos are from Shinkansen (Bullet) Train from Osaka to Fuji earlier today. Paul is pictured with one of his favorite vocalists, Paul Rodgers. Also pictured is the Demon at rest, Eric, Tommy, Doc Mcghee and the band's hair stylist Dave Matthews! [more]
From: KISSKollector Although Strutter had been added to the set list, it meant the removal of Kissin’ Time from the set, and there were no other surprises. The complete setlist reads as follows: Detroit Rock City Makin' Love Watchin' You King Of The Night Time World Deuce Christine Sixteen Firehouse Got To Choose Strutter Heaven's On Fire I Love It Loud Love Gun God Of Thunder Do You love Me? Shout It Out Loud I Was Made For Lovin' You Black Diamond Let Me Go, Rock 'N' Roll God Gave Rock And Roll To You II Rock And Roll All Nite
From: KISSOnline Posting live from Osaka - KISS is on stage ripping through "Black Diamond" right now while I'm typing!! Here are some photos from earlier in tonight's show. KISS added "Strutter" to the set tonight. Will try and post more later - internet is hard to get here at the Festival but will post as soon as possible!
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From: GeneSimmons.com My wife's middle school art students entered a KISS truck in the Houston Art Car Parade (the largest in the world) this year. The students (12-14) painted the truck themselves and had a PA with KISS playing. They also KISSed up their bikes and rode and walked with the truck in the parade. Here are some pics for yall. [more]
From: PAUL STANLEY's Paradise The 3rd issue of our PAUL STANLEY's Paradise Fanzine is now available to order. We had so much, we added an additional 4 pages! Here's what's in our 3rd issue: Paul's third art show in Maui – interview + color pics never seen before, Paul and KISS at the VH1 Rock Honors - PSP is there - lots of pics, Paul at the KISS Coffeehouse - color pics, 1st of many interviews re: Paul's upcoming "Live To Win" solo - this issue: Corky James, Our PSP Dutch connection interviews Bill Aucoin, Another awesome color centerfold 28 pages b/w and color, Ship date on or before July 13th. Visit www.paulstanleysparadise.com to order the issue.
From: KISSOnline Tonight KISS rocked Fukuoka with a powerful attack that included three additional songs as well as a great medley of KISS classics! Feeding off another energetic crowd, KISS put it in high gear from the opening of "Detroit Rock City" to the end of "Rock 'n' Roll All Night". Set additions were "Deuce", "Heaven's On Fire" and a rare performance of "Kissin' Time". The band began the encore with a great medley of "Love Her All I Can", "Parasite", "She", "Shock Me" with Paul on vocals and "Hotter Than Hell"! Fukuoka Set List: [more]
From: KISSOnline KISSONLINE is posting from backstage at the Kokusai Center in Fukuoka where the KISS sound check just ended. KISS played "Deuce", which they did not perform in Nagoya and also rehearsed "Kissin' Time"!
From: Blabbermouth Swedish melodic metal masters LION'S SHARE have uploaded another batch of photos from last week's vocal recording sessions for their new album at www.myspace.com/lionsshare. This time the band went to a house in Falun, Sweden (to be able to work closer to singer Patrik Johansson's home), and set up a mobile studio there. Patrik (also in ASTRAL DOORS) sang on five new songs: "Toxication Rave", "Ring of Stupidity", "Trafficking", "Emotional Coma" and "Temple of Time". This means the vocals now have been recorded for 12 out of the planned 14 songs for the upcoming CD. The demo guitars, bass and drums will be replaced with the actual album takes later this fall/winter. 11 tracks are expected to appear on the CD, with three extra songs set aside to be used as bonus tracks. If everything goes according to plan, the band hope to have the album mixed and ready by January 2007 for a possible May/June release. As previously reported, former KISS guitarist BRUCE KULICK has already recorded a guest solo for the song "The Edge of the Razor". The new album will be the group's fifth, with the first four having been released by Century Media and Massacre Records between 1995 and 2001. During this period, the band toured heavily with such acts as DIO, MANOWAR, MOTÖRHEAD, SAXON, NEVERMORE, ICED EARTH, U.D.O. etc.
From: KISSOnline PAUL STANLEY has announced his return to Washburn Guitars/U.S. Music, where he will create an extensive line of guitars, musical instruments and accessories under a signature series. Paul is pictured here with a prototype from his design series.
From: KISSOnline KISS just rocked Nagoya's Rainbow Hall, tearing through a set list which included the first ever Japanese performance of "Love 'Em and Leave 'Em" and several other classics not played on their 2004 visit to Japan, including "Black Diamond with Eric on lead vocals. Tommy played a new Silver Gibson Les Paul guitar and Paul played Washburn guitars throughout the show. Gene breathed fire during "Firehouse" and spit blood and flew during "God of Thunder" while Paul flew out to the soundboard area of the arena and sang "I Was Made For Lovin' You" surrounded by a sea of arms in air! The audience was extremely responsive and energetic tonight, singing and clapping throughout the show. KISS fans from all over Japan as well as fans from the US, Australia, Brazil, Sweden, Norway, the UK, Germany and Italy attended the show. Paul sang the Japanese song "Sukiyaki" and told the crowd on several occasions that he loved to see KISS' Japanese friends, fans and family! Judging from the crowd's response tonight, the feeling is mutual! The Nagoya set list included: [more]
From: KISSOnline Various photos from Rainbow Hall before KISS' show tonight. The photos include a few backstage of the band and several shots of KISS fans both inside and outside the arena. [more]
From: KISSOnline Here are a few photos from today's Nagoya KISS soundcheck!
From: KISSOnline Paul and Gene greeted the fans in the hotel lobby today in Nagoya before heading over to Rainbow Hall for tonight's show. Paul led the crowd in an inpromptu version of "Sukiyaki"!
From: Brave Words & Bloody Knuckles Further to our previous report that KISS frontman PAUL STANLEY's new solo album, Live To Win, will hit the streets on October 3rd (tentative), news has surfaced that the album will be officially released via the Hip-O/Universal label. Track titles revealed that will feature on the album include: 'Where Angels Dare', 'Bulletproof', 'Second To None', 'Wake Up Screaming', 'Lovin' You Without You Now' and 'Live To Win'. In related news, Island/Universal have set a tentative October 24th release date for a new KISS box set, which will include all three of the band's live albums, Alive! (1975), Alive II (1977) and Alive III (1993).
From: Radio Reality Check KISS will be our highlight! Thursday July 20th at 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM (Pacific Time) We will discuss the KISS Army march in Cleveland Ohio to help secure KISS' Long over due induction into the Rock 'N Roll Hall of Fame! We will be playing nothing but KISS! [more]
From: NY Post The former KISS manager whose $850,000 in unpaid child support and alimony makes him the city's worst deadbeat dad was set free by a Manhattan Family Court judge last night after serving two years jail for nonpayment. The release of Jesse Hilsen, 66, fueled his ex-wife's fear he'll simply go on the lam again like he did for a decade beginning in 1994. Back then, he traveled to Europe, Israel and South Africa rather than pay ex-wife Rita, the mother of his three children. [more]
KISS musician and girlfriend Shannon Tweed promote memoir and A&E series about family life From: Akron Beacon Journal Has KISS rocker GENE SIMMONS finally decided to reveal his warm and cuddly side? You could argue that, at least for public consumption, Simmons doesn't have one. At a news conference Thursday during the TV critics' press tour, he was still obnoxious, verbally combative and very much the huckster for his various enterprises. Asked, for example, which KISS song is his favorite, he said, "The one that sells the most is my favorite." [more]
From: KISSOnline Tonight KISS had a photo shoot/interview session for some Japanese Press at the hotel in Nagoya and KISSONLINE was there to cover it for you! The guys were in great spirits and everyone was joking throughout the event, especially KISS manager Doc McGhee who was cracking one liners left and right! In addition to taking photos at the shoot, we also filmed this very funny session and we will add some clips to KOL in the future! The shoot itself only lasted about 20 minutes and when it was done, Eric talked with Doc about going down to the lobby. Doc spoke with the band and everyone agreed to head down to the lobby in full costume and makeup, unannounced! As soon as the elevator opened and KISS entered the lobby, people ran to the band from all directions! KISS performed an impromptu meet and greet to a stunned crowd. The band shook hands, took photos and held babies! The greatest part of all, was to see the look on peoples faces. No one, including the hotel staff, could believe KISS in full makeup and costume were in the hotel lobby. If that wasn't enough, Paul and Tommy made their way over to the lounge stage and joined the duo entertaining the crowd. Paul took turns singing with the girl singer as Tommy "helped" the guitarist! KISS delighted the entire lobby and had a great time themselves! If the band's vibe tonight is any indication of what's to come at the shows, everyone is in for a great ride!
From: MarketWatch.com In an unusual IPO on the calendar in coming days, GENE SIMMONS, famed as front man for arena rock band KISS, is lending his star power as chairman of NGTV, a cable-TV media firm planning to go public in coming days. Beverly Hills, Calif.-based NGTV bills itself as a developer of TV programs for cable and the Internet. The company plans to offer 6.03 million units at $5.75 to $6.25 each in a bid to raise about $36 million with Capital Growth Financial. [more]
From: KISSOnline Here are some more photos from this week's KISS rehearsals in Los Angeles. Dean Snowden from Mcghee took some more casual shots of the band and also some photos of the techs getting everything ready for rehearsal. In the top left photo, Paul is showing Doc McGhee some shots for his solo album packaging and in the two live ones on the bottom - Eric is practicing his vocals while Tommy is playing Paul's guitar!
From: KISSFAQ The updated and revised paperback version of Gene's "Sex Money KISS" (ISBN: 1597775029) book is due for publication on August 1, 2006 by Phoenix Books - though it has been delayed before. (Thanks Ross...)
From: KISSFAQ Even though many of these titles were reissued in Japan in June 2005, many KISS titles will be reissued in September and October. The current release schedule: Sept 20 Double Platinum (Universal Music UICY-9748) Sept 27 Unmasked (Universal Music UICY-6424) Music From The Elder (Universal Music UICY-6425) Killers (Universal Music UICY-6426) Creatures Of The Night (Universal Music UICY-6427) Lick It Up (Universal Music UICY-6428) Animalize (Universal Music UICY-6429) [more]
From: Canadian Press By night, GENE SIMMONS goes to work wearing makeup and spitting blood in the heavy metal band KISS. By day, he's got some downright normal ideas about parenting. Simmons, his partner, actress Shannon Tweed, and their children - 17-year-old Nick Tweed-Simmons and 14-year-old Sophie Tweed-Simmons - let cameras into their home for the new A&E series GENE SIMMONS Family Jewels. "Our responsibility is to protect our kids, supply the money and the structure and the love," Simmons, 56, said this week at the Television Critics Association's summer meeting. [more]
From: Baltimore Sun Fells Point is offering an opportunity to sip a few brews for a good cause. Saturday, the Liquid Summer Festival brings music, food, games and a variety of drinks to Harbor Point to raise money for the United Way. From noon until 9 p.m., guests can play beer pong, jump around on the adult moon bounce, play games and check out live music. The winner of the second annual Baltimore's Best Bartender Contest will also be announced. [more]
From: Toronto Sun You know how GENE SIMMONS claims to have slept with 2000 groupies? Well, not so much. The tongue wagging KISS frontman was at press tour yesterday to promote GENE SIMMONS: Family Jewels, which premieres Aug. 7 at 10 p.m. on A&E. The Osbournes-like reality series shows Simmons the doting dad at home with his beautiful Newfoundland-born Playboy Playmate Shannen Tweed. The pair have been "happily unmarried" for 23 years and have two kids Nick, 17, and Sophie, 14. Bad enough that their dad wore Demon makeup and spat blood on stage. These kids also had a mom who posed nude and once lived with Hugh Hefner. Still, they seemed remarkably normal and well adjusted at yesterday's session. [more]
From: KISSOnline KISS has been rehearsing in Los Angeles since Monday for the upcoming Japan and California Shows. ERIC SINGER told us the rehearsals have been a lot of fun and we can expect some set list changes from what KISS performed on the Rock The Nation Tour. He also mentioned there will be a few surprise songs played in both Japan and California! The band continues with daily rehearsals through Friday before leaving for Japan on Saturday.
From: Blabbermouth CIRCUS OF POWER — Alex Mitchell (vocals), Ricky Beck Mahler (guitar), Gary Sunshine (guitar), Ryan Maher (drums), and Marc Frappier (bass) — have reunited and will be playing their first New York City show in over 12 years as part of director Drew Stone's release party for the new film "The Road To Ruin". The show will be filmed for CIRCUS OF POWER's upcoming longform DVD retrospective, "Got Motor? (Swamp Boogie In The Big City)", which is due for release in early 2007 through Renegade distribution. The DVD will include many classic performances of the band as well as the now legendary appearance from the "Morton Downey Jr." show. The show is a time capsule of New York's chaotic rock scene of the late 1980s. Highlights from the show include the band performing their song "White Trash Queen" from their debut album along with KISS guitar player ACE FREHLEY. The DVD will also contains live performances as an rare acoustic version of "Don't Drag Me Down" from the "Vices" album from Japanese TV.
From: Blabbermouth World Entertainment News Network is reporting that "GENE SIMMONS' Rock School" contestant Chris Hardman, who was chosen by KISS bassist/vocalist GENE SIMMONS as the frontman for the band he created from students at an English high school, has landed a £500,000 ($900,000) record deal with RCA. The 15-year-old singer/guitarist, who is nicknamed Little Chris by his friends in Lowestoft, England, was wowed viewers with his musical talent and extrovert personality. Hardman is amazed by his achievement. He says, "I can't believe it. When they offered me the deal I genuinely thought it was a big joke. It is going to be really cool making my first album." [more]
From: YouTube.com Gene and Paul's interview with Tamura Eriko for the Japanese TV Show EIGO DE SHABERA NIGHT can be seen at www.youtube.com/watch?v=7KoL3cXg3l8
From: New York Post A former manager of the rock band KISS, who spent 10 years on the lam rather than pay a $2 million alimony and child-support tab, was hauled into Manhattan Family Court in handcuffs yesterday, where his ex-wife testified against him. "Have you received any money from the respondent whatsoever [since 1994]?" lawyer Jacqueline Bukowski asked client Rita Hilsen. "No," answered the frail ex-wife, who has lived in an Upper West Side homeless shelter for 11 years. [more]
From: KISSAsylum Today would have been ERIC CARR's 56th birthday. He will always be missed.
From: KISSOnline Below is some of the interview with Paul and Gene from the Japanese TV Show EIGO DE SHABERA NIGHT. The photos and the interview where taken from the shows website, www.nhk.or.jp/night/archives.htm#02 and was sent to KISSONLINE by KOL supporter Alain! Speaking of smoking guitar: what better example than KISS! This rock band took the '70s by storm.The wild circus make-up and costumes, and the flamboyant performances, influenced pop culture everywhere. This Japan-loving band will perform their first outdoor concert here in July. Who's interviewing KISS in LA? Japanese actress Tamura Eriko, who's now based in the US. [more]
From: Associated Press Taking a paper clip and turning it into a house sounds like a cheesy magic trick or a phony instance of resourcefulness on the 1980s TV show "MacGyver." Kyle MacDonald, however, has pulled it off. One year ago, the 26-year-old blogger from Montreal set out to barter one red paper clip for something and that thing for something else, over and over again until he had a house. [more]
From: KISSOnline Congratulations to long time KISS fans Lisa-Holly Friedman and Ronald K Marukawa who exchanged wedding vows tonight at 9 PM at the KISS Coffeehouse in Myrtle Beach! KISSONLINE just spoke to the happy couple and they told us they are still in shock! Ron said the Coffeehouse staff went all out and decorated the store for the wedding, shot confetti off right after they were married and even got them a wedding cake! Then the biggest surprise of all came just as they were celebrating, Lisa and Ron received a phone call from PAUL STANLEY wishing them well! Lisa told us she almost passed out and hopes she did not ramble too much to Paul! Lisa and Ron asked us to please thank KISS, everyone at the Coffeehouse and PAUL STANLEY for giving them a day they will treasure together forever! Lastly, the couple would love to hear from the KISS Army and requested that we post their email address, mzace@optonline.net, in hopes of hearing from some of you! [more]
From: RealityTVWebsite.com The A&E Network has released a sneak peek for GENE SIMMONS FAMILY JEWELS. Dad is GENE SIMMONS - the legendary, tongue wagging demon of KISS. Mom is Shannon Tweed -- former Playmate Of The Year, actress and model. And their kids, Nick and Sophie, are, well...surprisingly charming, well-behaved teenagers dealing with the trials and tribulations of adolescence, even though Mom and Dad are like no one else's parents. Gene and Shannon have been happily UNmarried for 22 years and have no plans of getting married any time soon. Gene is a rock star, and a multi-media magnate. He is also the kind of dad who brings Gatorade to his daughter's soccer games and stands in the front row of his son's rock band when they play gigs. [more]
KISS High-Tech Cycling Jerseys From: KISSmuseum.com KISS cycling jerseys feature 3 hidden rear pockets, a 19" hidden zipper and ProSensor high-tech material. Light as a feather and wicks away moisture to keep you cool whether you are marathon racing or just hanging out at home. This smooth, high-density fabric enables the graphics to be printed in razor-sharp clarity. Much better image quality than your typical cotton shirt. A wide spectrum of sizes range from SMALL to XX LARGE. $79.95 at KISSmuseum.com
From: KISSOnline KISSONLINE received a very special request recently from some fans from NY that we hoped to honor! We contacted Brian at the KISS Coffeehouse and we're happy to report that he is making that request a reality!! Long time KISS fans Lisa-Holly Friedman and Ronald K Marukawa will exchange wedding vows this Sunday July 9th at 9 PM at the KISS Coffeehouse in Myrtle Beach! Here's a note from the happy couple: [more]
From: eBay Saw this one-of-a-kind KISS Truck on eBay. Click here to read details about the truck and auction.
From: KISSKollector ERIC SINGER and former KISS guitarist BRUCE KULICK will be part of an upcoming Beatles tribute album, produced by Bruce’s brother Bob Kulick. The album is to feature 55 international artists including Steve Vai, Alice Cooper, Billy Idol, Yngwie Malmsteen and Geoff Tate. Bob Kulick informed KISS Kollector Online that the album will be released worldwide this fall on Rykodisc/Warner Bros and said that Eric plays on Back In The USSR, while Bruce plays on Drive My Car.
From: KISSOnline GENE SIMMONS was among the famous foreign-born Americans who were featured in an ad titled "Immigrants: The Pride of America. With the current immigration debate in full swing, the Carnegie Corporation of New York ran an independence week full-page advertisement in The New York Times, which praised immigrants "who have made, and continue to make, our nation strong and vibrant." Gene's photo and 38 others , including Scottish-born industrialist Andrew Carnegie, Albert Einstein, Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, former World Bank chief James Wolfensohn and Henry Kissenger, were included in the ad. Text of the ad: The United States of America remains the land of immigrants. Andre Carnegie, who founded Carnegie Corporation of New York in 1911, was an immigrant from Scotland. We at Carnegie Corporation salute his legacy, along with the contributions of the millions of other immigrants who have made, and continue to make, our nation strong and vibrant. We are committed to helping immigrants become integrated into the civic fabric of our nation because enlightened citizenship is the everlasting strength of our democracy. Our national motto, E pluribus unum - "out of many, one" - continues to be an ideal we can all aspire to and a true guiding light for our nation. Visit www.carnegie.org to view an actual PDF of the ad.
From: Revue Magazine Rob Zombie was recently asked by Revue Magazine about his "VH1 Rock Honors" experience: "It was fuckin' awesome. It was great. I mean, I had kind of jammed with some of those people before, like Tommy Lee, obviously — he's played on a bunch of my records, so I knew Tommy, and I had played with Slash one other time, when we both played with Alice Cooper, for a live record in Cabo. But, it was great, there was a moment when we were soundchecking and…all those guys are fantastic, and it was awesome to play with them. But the biggest thrill for me was playing with ACE FREHLEY. Because, thinking back to being a fourth-grader, buying 'Destroyer' and looking at the pictures, and it's just mind-blowing that I'm standing onstage and he's like (in a voice that sounds like he just sucked helium), 'Hey, Rob that sounds pretty good, all right let's play!' And I'm thinkin', 'Holy shit. ACE FREHLEY.' And just hangin' out, like we got off stage and PAUL STANLEY and GENE SIMMONS were there, and they're like, 'Hey, good job. Sounds good.' It's like, 'This is fucking surreal.' Oh it's bizarre. Not even you get to meet them, you get to meet them as you're walking onstage to perform with them. That's the trippy part. Just like, I mean, I've known Alice Cooper for a while, but when we went through Arizona this time he came down to the show, and he stood on the side of the stage while we played. I never get over being thrilled by that"
From: Eric-Singer.com QUESTION: Hi Mr. Singer, I'm a true fan of your music, based on your body of work you are VERY well respected by your peers as well as fans; I like to think of you as the Jim Keltner of hard rock; hope you take that as a compliment; as Mr. K is phenomenal (in my book) Anyrod, without sounding too "out of touch" what have you got on your plate in terms of studio albums? Is ESP an "ongoing band?" I though it was just a one off thing? And as for Union, have you joined this band? Last I heard they had broke up? I remember reading a few years back that you had a "glitter band" tribute group you started are they defunct now? Sorry to inundate you with questions, I REALLY enjoy ESP & Union, I LOVE your version of "Teenage Nervous Breakdown!" Just wondering about your "status" as I'm guessing KISS is on indefinite hiatus? Ever thought about releasing a live gig on cd under the ESP or Union name? Just hoping.... Well, thanks for the opportunity to ask these "geeky" questions and know that we (your fans) will follow you wherever you go (musically, that sounded way too stalker-esque!)....One last "quickie" I noticed on Mr. Cooper's "Dirty Diamonds" you're in the photo inside but not on the album...why is that? Be well, Moose Mattson ERIC: First of all let me say thank you for the huge compliments ! I am currently on tour w/Alice Cooper and will be going to Japan with KISS at the end of July for 4 shows which I think should be very kool & alot of fun ! ESP is an ongoing "project" or fun band if you will...We do gigs a couple/few times a year when possible or schedules permitting. We did record a "Live" CD in Japan for release later this year & may also release a "live" DVD as well from another show we did in Sydney Australia. Glamnation was the fun Glam band that used to play around the L.A. area in summer of 2000. We did do shows on & off for a few years but everyone has moved on to other things and the band faded out. It was alot of fun during that time I must admit since I got to play songs from such a great era... And in answer to my photo on the Dirty Diamonds CD ? I did the tour and was there when we were rehearsing and the shot was taken.... QUESTION: Hi ERIC! I appreciate your answers, thank you very much !!! Do you remember your visitation of Czech Republic? How do you like Prague? (you were here in 1998 at KISS convention) Do you remember your first drum set and your first song what you have learned? PS: Which school did you graduated? Thank You Have a good time Roman [more]
From: KISSOnline Owner of the KISS Coffeehouse, Brian Galvin asked KISSONLINE to post the note below to the KISS ARMY. Brian is a terrific guy and a huge KISS fan who did us all proud with a wonderful Coffeehouse. From the confetti in the floor to the merch, the bathroom and the great boots outside - Brian you did it right as only a KISS fan could! I want to thank everyone who came out for the Grand Opening of the World’s First KISS Coffeehouse in Myrtle Beach! It was a thrill to meet so many dedicated fans from all over the world. Believe me, I was nervous when I received a call at 5:00pm from the landlord suggesting we cut off the line to meet with PAUL STANLEY & GENE SIMMONS. By then, the line had snaked around the store and back to the parking lot, with hundreds of fans waiting. I told them there was no way we could stop people from lining up. It’s not everyday that Paul & Gene are available together to meet with fans and the line continued to grow into the thousands! Behind the scenes, we were all concerned that many fans would not make it in to meet with the guys and a no autograph rule was set in place in order to move the line faster. KISS fans should know that Paul & Gene stepped in and changed that once the first fans, the Miller family from Colorodo, walked through the doors. Fans wanted autographs and would get autographs, said Paul & Gene. They continued signing, meeting & greeting (over 40 sharpie pens later!) until the last fan in line was seen. Paul missed his flight and Gene stayed over an hour and a half later than his commitment. Trust me, these guys care about their fans! It was evident in everything they did that night. Seeing firsthand the true joy they got from meeting everyone made me proud to be a KISS fan. These guys are the BEST! I hope everyone had a great time. It truly was an awesome day in KISSTORY! Brian
From: TV Guide 7th Inning Stretch - Premise: Singer Pat DeNizio of "The Smithereens" rediscovers baseball and reconnects with friends in music while recovering from a life-threatening condition. Bruce Springsteen, GENE SIMMONS, Don Mattingly and Cal Ripken appear. Cast: B.B. King, Bruce Springsteen, Cal Ripken, David Wells, Don Mattingly, GENE SIMMONS, George Thorogood, Joan Jett, Julio Franco, Ted Nugent, Tony Gwynn Wed, July 12 10:00 PM ESPN2 Thu, July 13 12:00 AM ESPN2
From: Kevin Bolick My name is Kevin Bolick and these are caricatures that I presented to Gene and Paul at the KISS Coffeehouse grand opening. Doc McGhee saw me and my family standing outside and let us in to give the drawings to Gene and Paul personally! They both started to autograph the drawings and were surprised when I told them the artwork was for them. They were both great and Gene commented that he remembered my art from the Kisstory book! Pretty cool for a guy whose been a KISS fan since 1977 at the age of 5! [more]
From: Blabbermouth Ed Roman Guitars has announced plans to offer the official VINNIE VINCENT (ex-KISS) licensed model guitar. Ed Roman Guitars founder Ed Roman commented: "I first met VINNIE VINCENT back in the '70s when he was playing with Felix Cavaliere of the RASCALS. This was long before he got the KISS gig. As I recall, I sold him a 1957 Strat for $400.00. Now you might think that was cheap!!!! Frankly, I was really glad to see it go. Today, of course, it's a very valuable guitar. But I wouldn't pay $400.00 for it today if I wasn't going to sell it." For more information, visit www.celebrityrockstarguitars.com.
From: Burrn Magazine/KISSOnline JH: You do Ace better than Ace. TT: Oh people have said that and I take that as a compliment, but we can’t forget that Ace is the one who created Ace in the first place. JH: So do you have to work at it? [more]
From: Colette Shaw I’ve read hundreds of reviews from the grand opening of the KISS Coffee House in Myrtle Beach, but I was surprised none of the reports mentioned what I considered the hallmark of the new digs. I agree with the masses who gave an A+ to the food, drinks and atmosphere. I loved the multimedia spectacle both inside and outside the café, and I must admit that the chocolate chip cookies tasted so delicious, I almost wept. But, after testing the official KISS coffee blends and drinking two gallons of water in order to stay hydrated during the 11-hour wait to meet GENE SIMMONS and PAUL STANLEY, I had one pressing question: How is the bathroom? The ladies’ room in the KISS Coffee House is actually a unisex lavatory, identified by the Psycho Circus curtain painted on the door. Inside, a gigantic Creatures of the Night mural covers the wall closest to the toilet. The black light that illuminates the room exaggerates the glow-in-the-dark eyes of the painted band members. That image alone makes a trip to the loo worth the trip, but there’s more! A clear acrylic vanity encloses blood-red neon tube lighting, and the sink is adorned by an artsy silver faucet and water handle. Trés chic! Most KISS fans I know are thoughtful and classy, but a few miss the mark, if you know what I mean. A few weeks ago, I had to buy a handheld black light to find spots of pee on my carpet when my cat was litter training. The KISS Coffee House followed my lead and predicted that some of the more animalized fans might call out the fire hose, but forget to lick it up when they finished their business. The black light on the ceiling helps an otherwise hard luck woman spot the love gun spray and destroy it before that shock me moment of late discovery. Bravo, KISS Coffee House! [more] |
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