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 September 2007 NewsPage updated on September 30, 2007All 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.
GENE SIMMONS's Zipper #1From: GENE SIMMONS.com Created by GENE SIMMONS Written by Tom Waltz Pencils by Casey Maloney Inks by Stacie Ponder Colors by Dusty Yee Letters by Neil Uyetake Published by IDW, 24 pages for $3.99 Zipper is the story of alien denizen Xeng Ral, a creature born to a world of collective-consciousness thinking who longs for individuality. The story opens as Xeng is being brought to trial for thinking of himself as "one" rather than as a mere member of the collective. It then explodes into action non-stop alien-in-leather action of the very coolest variety. This book is the latest comic brainchild from legendary KISS front man GENE SIMMONS. I say latest because KISS is a band who’ve been in and out of comics for pretty much as long as I can remember and who lately seem to be enjoying some kind of comic renaissance. However, the grunt-work of making this book was done by Tom Waltz and Casey Maloney, the creative team that brought you last year’s critically acclaimed OGN Children of the Grave. As with that book, this one opens very well. Writing first issues is tough, but Waltz has chosen a starting point that drops us right into the action from the, well, from the second page onward. That makes this book a fun ride from start to finish. It’s efficient and effective writing. This first issue raises a number of interesting story questions and then provides exactly enough payoff to show that, yes, the story is indeed going to go somewhere. [more] 
Ace To Play Halloween BashFrom: Ticketmaster.com Hard Rock and Eddie Trunk Present Halloween Bash 08 with ACE FREHLEY HALLOWEEN BASH 08 HARD ROCK & EDDIE TRUNK PRESENT ACE FREHLEY HARD ROCK CAFE, TIMES SQ 1501 BROADWAY, NYC WED OCT 31, 2007 8:00PM Tickets are $60 and go on sale Monday at Ticketmaster. 
KISS 4K On Hard Rock CoverFrom: KISSOnline Here's the front cover of issue #14 of the French magazine - Hard Rock. The issue is packed with info on KISS' new comic book series! This magazine will feature interviews with GENE SIMMONS and KISS 4K's artists, as well as an exclusive KISS 4K poster and will be hitting newsstands in France in just a few days! The Comics will be released in France soon. Thanks to DIAMANT NOIR for the cover image. 
What's New In KISS CollectingKISS Dressed To Kill Metal Sign From: KISSmuseum.com Brand new steel metal sign with a great "stressed" Dressed to Kill graphic. 8" x 11.5". $6.95 at KISSmuseum.com 
PAUL STANLEY InterviewFrom: PaulStanley.com Here's an extended interview Paul did with Art Rocks Radio on August 15th! CLICK HERE to listen to the WS Radio interview 
KISS And SellFrom: USAtoday.com Classic rock band KISS has licensed its name for everything from condoms to coffins. Now the face-painted rock band is trying out to a young generation of aspiring glam-rockers. They were in New York City last week to help Hasbro launch a $69 Power Tour electric guitar for young kids and are in talks with Hasbro's Tiger Electronics for a Kiss-branded version. Also under discussion: a KISS version of the Tiger's i-Dog dancing speakers for iPods.. "There's no limit to what we can do — but you also don't want to flood the marketplace," KISS frontman GENE SIMMONS says.. [more] 
GENE on CNBC's "Conversations With Michael EisnerFrom: GeneSimmons.com WEDNESDAY, September 26th, 9PM /12 ET on CNBC Gene sits down with former Disney Chairman and CEO, Michael Eisner, to discuss everything from KISS to business, and why Nick and Sophie will never be rich off of his money.... Also, find out if there is a future in politics for The Demon.... 
KISS Electronic Toothbrush GiveawayFrom: Toothtunes The people over at Toothtunes have donated five Electronic KISS Toothbrushes to be given away for free as prizes in a KISS-related contest. We have put together a simple contest question: NAME ALL THE OFFICIAL GUITARISTS THAT HAVE PLAYED IN KISS. ("Official" meaning an actual member that has played with the band live in concert or appeared on an album as an official member). If you'd like a chance to win, just follow the rules below: Send an email to freeKISStoothbrush@hotmail.com which includes the following: 1) List of guitarists. 2) Your physical mailing address, (not email address), so we can ship you the item should you be a winner. 3) Only one entry per person, (duplicate entries will automatically disqualify you). By doing so, you agree to the following: - If you are a winner, your name will appear with the other winners in a future posting on KISS Asylum. - You are not a friend or relative of anyone who works for KISS Asylum. - If you follow the three rules above, you will be eligible to win. If you do not follow the three rules above, you will not be eligible to win. - There are no exceptions to any rules of this contest for any reason, whatsoever. E-mail addresses from this contest will be kept safe and will only be only used for this contest and given to no one else. This contest will run for one week, ending October 2, 2007 at 11:59 pm EST. Five winners with the correct answer will be selected at random, so it makes no difference when you enter. Good Luck! 
Family Jewels MarathonFrom: GeneSimmons.com Tune in THIS SUNDAY to A&E to watch the EXTRA LONG - 7 Hour - 14 Episodes GENE SIMMONS FAMILY JEWELS MARATHON. Why so many episodes? Because you're watching us. And, we thank you. SEASON III continues to film and the new season will go on the air in Spring. 
KISSology 2 Award And Volume III Sneak PeakFrom: KISSOnline Yesterday, thanks to Alex and Roger Coletti (KISSology producers), I was able to drop by the Doc McGhee offices and get a sneak peek at KISSology 3 footage and do a special award presentation (on behalf of Fontana distribution) for KISSology 2. Gene and Paul were slated to arrive at any given moment, but Alex and Roger had already cued up footage of Volume 3 for the commentary session they were about to do with the band. BRUCE KULICK, a long time friend (whom I had recorded with on the Boot Camp "As You Were" release [available on iTunes!]) was already on hand, and it immediately turned into quite the experience as I was able to sneak a peak at one of the easter eggs for Volume 3! Yes, it’s true folks, the often rumored (but never before seen) Carnival of Souls studio footage exists, and the 5 or 6 minute montage that Alex and Roger had put together was stunning. Bruce was seeing this footage for the first time, and you could see (hear) all of the memories come back to him. It was quite the thrill to see footage of Bruce firing up a completely different (but altogether smokin’!) solo for ‘Hate’, and to watch Paul record his 12 string parts for "I Will Be There"; but one of the most amazing moments was to watch Gene coach the children’s choir for "Childhood’s End" in the studio as Paul remains in the control booth and decides to pull the rug out from everyone with an elaborate prank designed to scare the kids (by growling into the control booth mic "DO NOT TOUCH ANYTHING!") There’s also a segment of the band shooting photos for what turned out to be the album cover... not to forget the awe inspiring sounds and sights of Gene and Paul standing at a studio mic together doing elaborate Beatle-esque harmonies that later never made the album. And that’s just 6 minutes of Volume 3, folks! Expect an even larger package of content than either of the previous volumes, spanning 1992 thru 2001, to be precise. It’s too early to give any other details away, but I’m confident one and all will be immensely satisfied. All involved are targeting a late December KISSmass 2007 release! Above you can see a photo taken just prior to the commentary session for Volume 3. Holding their own trophies commemorating the #1 debut of KISSology Vol. 2 are: Roger Coletti, Alex Coletti, BRUCE KULICK, PAUL STANLEY, TOMMY THAYER, GENE SIMMONS and yours truly: Ken Gullic. See you in the stores at KISSmas! 
Japan KISS Fan Expo ReportFrom: KISSOnline The first day of the 2007 Japan KISS Fan Expo took place today in Tokyo as Japanese (and a few Australian) KISS fans gathered together to celebrate KISS. The Expo featured special guests Bob Kulick, Nate Morton (PAUL STANLEY Solo Band), Fran Stuart (Paul’s Guitar Tech) and Michael Norton (MARK ST. JOHN’s Brother). For the first few hours fans shopped for KISS Collectibles and visited with the special guests - who signed autographs and took photos with all who attended. Next up were Q&A sessions with Nate, Fran and Bob, which focused on working with Mr. Stanley. Bob also spoke about his work with KISS over the years. A touching tribute to MARK ST. JOHN followed, featuring a talk with Michael and a video/audio presentation that included photos of Mark throughout his life. The Expo ended with live performances from Japanese KISS tribute band KISS DOLLS and an Expo only Band featuring Bob (lead guitar), Fran (rhythm & lead vocals), Michael (bass) and Nate (drums). Appropriately enough, the band’s scorching set included only PAUL STANLEY written songs from both KISS and his 1978 Solo Album! [more] 
GENE SIMMONS interviewed on Urban RushFrom: GeneSimmons.com This is a Canadian talk show and Gene is promoting the opening of his new clothing line and Frank's Energy Drink. Gene also reveals that Simmons/Abrams is about to get involved with the NHL. View the video here 
Photo From KISSology III SessionFrom: KISSOnline Here's a photo of Gene, Paul and BRUCE KULICK from their KISSOLOGY Volume 3 commentary session on Thursday. 
What's New In KISS CollectingNew Fall KISS T-Shirts From: KISSmuseum.com A whole brand-new line of official KISS T-Shirts has been released for the fall season. Great new graphic designs on high-quality 100% cotton material. See the new line at KISSmuseum.com 
Paul & Gene At Power Tour PartyFrom: KISSOnline Paul and Gene appeared yesterday at the POWER TOUR Electric Guitar Launch Party at the Hard Rock Cafe in NYC. The Tiger Electronics and Gibson Guitar event was an invitation only event to celebrate the introduction of the Tiger Electronics POWER TOUR Electric Guitar, an authentic-sounding guitar featuring touch sensors instead of strings that teaches tweens to pound out power chords and shred leads. Tiger Electronics is a division of Hasbro - which released the hugely successful KISS Tooth Tunes Toothbrush. Hasbro is also planning to introduce several new KISS items early next year. Paul and Gene were on hand to promote the Tooth Tunes and the Power Tour Guitar. The guys did many press interviews including USA Today and a lively interview with TV Show EXTRA. To close the event, Paul and Gene performed "Rock And Roll All Nite" on stage with the help of several audience members. Paul actually played a POWER TOUR Electric Guitar as Gene sang with the crowd joining in! Ever the rocker, Paul tried over and over to smash the guitar at the end of the song and when the guitar would not break in two - Paul joked that the guitars are indestructible! [more] 
What's New In KISS CollectingKISS Beach Towel From: KISSmuseum.com Just in time for last summer - The KISS Beach Towel. Huge, over-sized 100% cotton towel. Just what you need to catch the last rays of September. 30" x 60". $15.95 at KISSmuseum.com 
GENE SIMMONS' Zipper Open To The Public This FallFrom: GeneSimmons.com New ongoing Sci-Fi series debuts from IDW and Simmons Comics Group in November Weirdness will get a whole new meaning when rock legend GENE SIMMONS invades bookstores with his Sci-Fi outsider series, Zipper, this November. Featuring exciting cover art by Adriano Loyola and showcasing the long-awaited reunion of writer Tom Waltz and artist Casey Maloney, the creative team responsible for the hit trade paperback Children of the Grave (IDW Publishing), Zipper promises to take readers out of this world this Fall… in more ways than one. Xeng Ral is a soldier whose sole purpose is to serve in defense of Etheria, his home planet. Xeng Ral is not an elite soldier, by any means—rather, he is simply one amongst many. But something happens to Xeng Ral while performing his duty, as has happened to others before him: he begins to question his purpose and contemplate his autonomy. He is affected by this... changed. He realizes his own capacity for individualism and wishes to explore it further. He begins to speak of himself as "One." In Etheria's collective society, this will not do. The Etherian solution to individualistic behavior is to "recondition" the Etherians who attempt to break [more] 
Cure In The CanyonFrom: GeneSimmons.com An extravagant late morning Malibu event will kick off this year’s annual "Los Angeles Take A Hike" fund-raising efforts to find a cure for Breast Cancer. "Cure In The Canyons," a spectacular Beauty-fest will be held at the Malibu Bony Pony Ranch of noted Beverly Hills plastic Surgeon, Dr. Frank Ryan, on Saturday, September 22, beginning at 11 a.m. and will feature celebrity Co-hosts and more than 25 of the top high-end industry beauty and wellness trendsetters who are donating their time and products to fund Breast Cancer research. For a $40 tax-deductible ticket-price, Beauty Mavens will enjoy more than $800.00 worth of extraordinary free beauty treatments and samples as they meander through the amazing Malibu Bony Pony Ranch (www.bonyponyranch.com), and enjoy scores of luxury products and services where top beauty brands will give makeovers, facials, and hairstyling and skincare advice. A-list beauty purveyors include Ole Henriksen (the man himself will be there), Vincent Longo, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics – with guest appearance by Peter and Pauline Youngblood, Kinerase, Paul Mitchell, Sephora, NIA 24, Anastasia, THE Brow Authority, skyn ICELAND, Angeleno Magazine, SHAPE and Foot Petals will get you head-to-toe gorgeous. Twin Magic Lashes by Daniel and Jimmy will be on-site for expert advice and free demos – whose backstage magic helped Madonna, JLO, Naomi Campbell and Lindsay be red-carpet ready. Participants can also luxuriate in the OPI Tent, relax in the Massage Tent and stretch with YogaWorks. Shell Vacation Club will offer fantasy vacations, while guests enjoy The Revolution Tea Room with Apple Spice Junction Cookies, Dole, Chocolates a la Carte along with Glaceau SmartWater, Korbel Champagne, Function Drinks and Olivier Napa Valley will give sumptuous treats. Attendees will receive a luxurious Gift Bag upon departure to add to their deluxe samples from the day. Porsche will be at Cure in the Canyon’s lending their support while showcasing their latest Model. [more] 
KISSNATION In NYCFrom: KISSNATION DON'T MISS IT! WE'RE BACK! We hope to see everyone at our show at BB KINGS in TIMES SQUARE, NYC! Join us for a big bash in the heart of Broadway, with all all the bright lights and spectacle, as we take the stage and rock the night away! And the BEST part? This rock and roll event is only ONE DOLLAR if you purchase tickets in advance! To get advance tickets, visit the venue box office or purchase tickets at TICKETMASTER So don't miss your chance to get the tickets at this special price! Hope to see you there! KISSNATION Friday Sept. 21, 2007 BB KINGS Blues Club & Grill 237 W. 42ND ST, NYC (212) 997-4144 Showtime @ 10:30 Advance tix $1 • Day of show $10. Visit bbkingblues.com or KISSNATION for more info! 
Atlanta Paul Art ExhibitsFrom: PaulStanley.com Wentworth Gallery is pleased to present two art exhibitions by artist, rock icon, and legendary KISS frontman, PAUL STANLEY. He will make two special appearances at the Wentworth Gallery locations in Atlanta, GA. Paul's Atlanta Wentworth Gallery Appearances: Friday October 19, 2007 6-9 PM Wentworth Gallery -- Phipps Plaza 3500 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30326 RSVP: 404-233-0903 Saturday October 20, 2007 6-9 PM Wentworth Gallery -- Perimeter Mall 4400 Ashford Dunwoody Rd Atlanta, GA 30346 RSVP: 770-913-0641 
Tommy In Beaverton ParadeFrom: KISSOnline Grand Marshal TOMMY THAYER and his wife Amber led the 50th Anniversary Beaverton (Oregon) Celebration Parade in Tommy's hometown on Saturday, September 15th. With great weather, the parade had the largest turn-out on record. Tommy took time to sign autographs and take photos at a post-parade meet and greet, with many KISS fans attending. 
Q & A With GENE SIMMONSFrom: Vancouver Sun An interview with GENE SIMMONS of KISS and designer Jason Dussault at Leone's store in Vancouver, Sept. 14, 2007. The occasion was the launch of their new clothing line, Moneybag. Jason Dussault: "Gene created this logo 28 years ago and trademarked it, which is obviously a moneybag. What a brilliant thing to trademark. He has also trademarked some other great names, like Dominatrix, which you would assume would be trademarked. I think he just trademarked that a year ago. "We met a year ago. I made Gene this leather jacket, which was the demon smiting a samurai. It was my version of the demon from KISS for Gene, his character. He really liked it, he liked the quality of the brand. He said 'I've got this logo, I'd like to do a high-end brand with it. What do you think?' [more] 
Dayton KISS Fan Expo ReportFrom: KISSOnline The first Dayton KISS Fan Expo was a huge success as hundreds of fans from as far away as Mexico and Canada gathered to celebrate their love for KISS! Fans spent over 8 hours visiting, shopping for collectibles and making new KISS friends. PAUL STANLEY drummer Nate Morton made his first ever Expo appearance and judging from the crowd's response - this won't be his last. Nate spent the entire day greeting fans, signing autographs and posing for photos as he answered questions one on one. He was very accessible and friendly, and genuinely seemed to be enjoying himself . Nate even held an impromptu and unplanned drum clinic before his Q & A. He spoke highly of his time with Mr. Stanley and informed the crowd that DYNASTY was the first album he ever owned. Kid drumming sensation and KISS fan – Angelo Coppola performed an energetic drumming performance of KISS & PAUL STANLEY tracks before being joined by the members of MR. SPEED (sans makeup) for a few songs. Later in the day MR. SPEED, in full costume and makeup, closed the Expo with a rockin’ set including KISS rarities such as "The Oath", "Love Theme from KISS" and "Rocket Ride"! [more] 
Fans Flock To Simmons' Clothing LaunchFrom: The Province KISS bassist and television star/entrepreneur GENE SIMMONS was in Vancouver on Friday, cavorting with fans and, you guessed it, promoting his latest business venture - a clothing line called MoneyBag. Simmons, whose trademark tongue has spawned countless impersonations and a magazine title, has joined forces with Vancouver's Dussault Inc. to take the fashion world by storm. With the KISS Army to back him up, that shouldn't be too difficult as fans turned out in droves at L2 Leone on Howe St. to get the Family Jewels star's autograph -- some in places you'd never imagine an autograph would go. (photo: KISS bassist and Family Jewels star GENE SIMMONS autographs the tongue of a fan during the launch of his new clothing line, MoneyBag, at L2 Leone in Vancouver on Friday.) 
Fantasy Camp ReviewFrom: ROCK AND ROLL FANTASY CAMP.com Think of Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp like a school of rock, only the camp counselors or teachers are famous rock stars and the students are adult musicians with the means to make their rock dreams come true. And come true they did. The excitement and fun onstage was contagious as the audience was swept away by the pure bombastic joy both the stars and their students shared onstage. The students were divided into ten bands, each one coached by their rock star teacher. Every student on stage was totally psyched to be up there performing with their legendary leaders. Each band did two covers and an original song that they wrote for the event. It was fascinating and interesting to see how each of the rock star counselors arranged and conducted their bands according to their vision of what rock should be. It gave you real insight into the inner workings of a successful act. And some of the performances were off the hook. For starters PAUL STANLEY was simply awesome. He was there to accompany each band on a song or two. No rock star posturing at all. There he suddenly appeared onstage, waved to the audience and launched into the first verse of Honky Tonk Woman followed by a long night of killer vocalizing. You could tell Paul was really giving it his all, singing leads, doing double leads and keeping his harmonies right on target. His voice was really in great shape for the whole affair. He came off humble and really acted like the perfect team player. [more] 
TOMMY Grand Marshall SaturdayFrom: Portland Mercury.com VIVA LAS VEGAS Legendary guitarist for both KISS and Black 'N Blue, TOMMY THAYER will be in town this weekend, acting as grand marshal of the Beaverton Celebration Parade. The parade starts at 10 am, and winds from SW Allen Boulevard through Beaverton's allegedly "historic downtown." Best known as "that guy who replaced ACE FREHLEY," Tommy's been the Spaceman since 2003, but he's been a part of the KISS family for over 20 years, co-writing songs, producing and directing DVDs, and even teaching ol' Ace how to play his leads before the 1996 KISS Alive reunion tour. Although he's based in LA, the 1978 graduate of Beaverton's Sunset High gets back to Oregon frequently to party with his family and unwind at his gorgeous beach house on the Oregon Coast with his even more gorgeous wife, Amber. When not on axe duty or grand marshalling, Thayer keeps busy with charity work: He's on the board of trustees of Pacific University in Forest Grove and hosts its Legends Golf Classic, and also participates in "I Have a Dream" and "Make-a-Wish" fundraisers, supporting underprivileged children and school band programs. Hopefully Tommy will have time to sign a few autographs after the parade before he jets off to Whistler to join his KISS comrades for a show Saturday night. Beaverton pride! What are your duties as grand marshal? I ride in an antique car and look cool and wave. Actually, I hear the Sunset High marching band will be there and possibly play a KISS tune or two. How cool is that? [more] 
Fantasy Camp Photo GalleryFrom: TalkingMetal.com TalkingMetal.com has posted their Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp New York 2007 photo gallery. Over 150 images of PAUL STANLEY, Glenn Hughes, BRUCE KULICK, Scott Ian, and more from both rehearsals and the concert finale are included. Talking Metal co-host John Ostronomy was honored to have been asked by Glenn Hughes to join him, PAUL STANLEY, BRUCE KULICK, and the Late Show Horns to perform the KISS classic "Detroit Rock City" with Fantasy Camp band Kaiser Soze during their performance at the B.B. King Blues Bar and Grill in New York City. CLICK HERE to view the gallery 
Free KISSology 2 Posters For Fans At Dayton KISS Fan Expo SaturdayFrom: KISSOnline KISSONLINE will be at the DAYTON KISS FAN EXPO Saturday handing out two sided KISSOLOGY Volume 2 Posters.The back of the poster is pictured here. The posters are compliments of VH1 Classic Records & KISS! KOL will also be handing out promotional postcards for KISSOLOGY 2. We will also have exclusive KISS merchandise including the HIT N RUN T-Shirts. Hope to see you there! 2007 DAYTON KISS Fan Expo: Saturday September 15th from 1:00PM to 8:00PM (11:00AM for VIP holders) at: Dayton Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 2455 Dryden Road Dayton, OH 45439 For more information on these Fan Expos CLICK HERE. 
KISS gets a $399 Guitar Hero AxeFrom: gamespot.com For Guitar Hero fans who find that going Pete Townshend on a plastic toy guitar after a monster encore is a little anti-climactic, a company called Art Guitar is offering an alternative with a little more heft. The company is now taking preorders for a life-size alternative to RedOctane's official ax, the limited edition AG Riff Master Guitar Controller for the PlayStation 2. The AG Riff Master is actually a real guitar from Peavey, but it's been heavily modified to have the standard Guitar Hero fret buttons and strum bar embedded within it. The strings have been removed so players can actually use the guitar to play the game, but the rest of the guitar--including the rosewood neck, tuning pegs, and frets--are all intact. As for the body design, Art Guitar's first offering will feature the iconic masters of merchandizing, KISS, decked out in full stage garb and ready to rock and roll all night, with the obligatory partying every day to follow. KISS is no stranger to the series, having lent their song "Strutter" to Guitar Hero II, and having signed the aforereferenced "Rock and Roll All Nite" to appear in Guitar Hero III. Authenticity and eye-catching novelty have a price, however. The AG Master Riff will sell for $399. And those who like the idea of the guitar but don't cotton to KISS can take heart; Art Guitar plans to announce a variety of other body designs for the AG Master Riff in the coming months. 
ERIC SINGER And Alice Cooper Visit KISS CoffeehouseFrom: R.P. (Paraluna Productions) ERIC SINGER AND ALICE COOPER VISIT KISS COFFEEHOUSE On a break between shows, Alice and the rest of the band spent some time at the popular Myrtle Beach tourist destination and home of the KISS Coffeehouse, "Broadway at the beach." Every one was in great spirits as the band posed for photos and signed autographs for Coffeehouse staff and anyone else who happened upon the surprise visit. Alice and company were extremely gracious as they casually browsed the establishment, taking in all the merchandise and collectibles. It's always refreshing to see musicians of this caliber take a minute to talk with the fans and share a mutual appreciation of another band's efforts. Be sure and catch Alice's radio show. You can read more about it here: www.nightswithalicecooper.com 
Paul's "Sneak Peak" On The Big ScreenFrom: PAULSTANLEY.com The Historic Portage Theater is proud to present a unique evening dedicated to a screening of selected films by acclaimed filmmaker Louis Antonelli. A wide and compelling body of works will be presented - from early short subjects, to his later multi-award winning productions. As a special highlight, Louis Antonelli in association with music legend PAUL STANLEY – key originator of the seminal Rock group KISS, will present for the first time theatrically 30-minutes of selected scenes from their soon to be released feature film, ‘PAUL STANLEY – Live To Win Live!’ Portage Theater 4050 N. Milwaukee, 7 p.m on Sunday. CLICK HERE to visit Portage Theater's Website (Photo is screen shot from "Do You Love Me?") 
South Park Episode Wins EmmyFrom: PaulStanley.com The "SOUTH PARK" episode, "Make Love, Not Warcraft," which featured PAUL STANLEY’s song "Live To Win" in the pivotal moment of the episode, won the Emmy for OUTSTANDING ANIMATED PROGRAM (FOR PROGRAMMING LESS THAN ONE HOUR)! 
KISSology 2 Easter EggsFrom: DVE Review Two easily overlooked little gems can be found on KISSology Volume 2 so we thought we’d list them here as well. Insert the third disc of the DVD set and on the Main Menu select the 'Credits' menu entry. Watch the credits and make sure you keep it running all the way to the end and you will see a 2-minute home video made by ERIC CARR of himself in his hospital bed after he had open heart surgery on April 12, 1991. Another hidden gem can be found on the disc's Main Menu. Press the 'Up' arrow key to highlight the 'KISSology' logo and then press the 'Enter' key to unlock it. You will now get to see a one-minute clip of GENE SIMMONS being interviewed with MARK ST. JOHN, who was the lead guitarist on only one KISS album, Animalize, when he first joined the band in 1984. Sadly, the clip ends stating that St. John died in early 2007. 
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ACE FREHLEY Plays Shock Me At KISS CoffeehouseFrom: Youtube.com Ace's appearance at the KISS Coffeehouse anniversary party this past summer was capped off by the Spaceman himself joining the KISS tribute band on stage for his signature song Shock Me. An amazing and unusual spectacle. We dug up a great video clip os this event you can view here. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-I9uV3j9rk 
PAUL InterviewsFrom: PaulStanley.com Below are links to two TV interviews Paul did Friday in California to promote his La Jolla Art Gallery Shows. CLICK HERE to view the Fox 6 News Clip CLICK HERE to view the KUSI News Clip 
What's New In KISS CollectingKISS Creatures Of The Night Redesign T-Shirt From: KISSmuseum.com The classic KISS Creatures of the Night T-Shirt has been redesigned with new back artwork commemorating the last, and largest, KISS concert with the original makeup before it came off in 1983. 100% Pre-shrunk cotton. 19.95 at KISSmuseum.com 
Paul Sings VehicleFrom: PaulStanley.com A fan has posted a video clip of Paul performing a smokin' version of "Vehicle" from the Fantasy Camp Concert at BB King's. Paul belts out the lyrics backed by the camp band Wide Stanze. CLICK HERE to view the clip 
End Of Summer KISS T-Shirt SaleFrom: KISSmuseum.com We're clearing out many of our T-shirts to get ready for the new designs coming later this fall. Most sale shirts are as low as $9.95 down from the regular $17.95 - $19.95. We only have limited amounts of the sale items and they are expected to go fast. T-Shirt sale can be seen here. 
Japanese KISS Fan ExpoFrom: KISSOnline The 4th Japanese KISS Fan Expo will take place on September 22nd (Sat) & 23rd (Sun) at Takadanobaba Club Phase in Tokyo. Special Guests are BOB KULICK, NATE MORTON (PAUL STANLEY Solo Band), MICHAEL NORTON (MARK ST. JOHN's Brother and FRAN STUART Paul's Tech. The guys will be available for photos and autographs and will also perform KISS and PAUL STANLEY songs live! Earlier in the day there will be a Tribute to MARK ST. JOHN which includes a Q&A with Michael. Nate and Fran will hold their own Q&A speaking about working with Paul. Japanese KISS Tribute bands will also perform. KISSONLINE will be attending the event too! Tickets and other info is available at http://spacewalktothecomet.hp.infoseek.co.jp/ . 
KISS Concert In Whistler CancelledFrom: SecureTicket.com Big Mountain Concerts have informed us that due to logistical problems at the mountain concert site, the KISS concert, due to be held on 15th September 2007 has been cancelled. If you have already purchased tickets for this concert, secureTicket will be processing the refunds during the next 48hours. PLEASE NOTE; depending on your own particular bank, you will need to allow up to 10 working days for the refund to appear in your account. Should you require any further information, please email tickethelp@secureticket.biz. 
Paul At BB KingsFrom: PaulStanley.com Last night Paul appeared at BB King's in New York City for the Rock 'N' Roll Fantasy Camp's closing concert. Paul performed with all 10 Camp Bands and their counselors including Spike Edney (QUEEN), Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple), Alan White (YES), Simon Kirke (Bad Company), Jane Wiedlin ( The Go-Go's) and Corky Laing (Mountain). Paul was in particularly fine vocal form Monday, belting out "Shout It Out Loud", "Rock 'N' Roll All Nite", "Detroit Rock City", "Strutter", Led Zeppelin's "Rock n Roll", Bad Company's "Can't Get Enough Of Your Love", Rolling Stones' "Honky-tonk Woman", Ides Of March's "Vehicle", Cream's "Sunshine Of Your Love" and Free's "Alright Now". He also teased the crowd with a short a cappella version of "Love Gun". Former KISS guitarist BRUCE KULICK joined Paul on "Rock 'N' Roll All Nite", "Detroit Rock City" as well as the song "I'm Your Captain/ Closer To Home" which featured Paul singing with original Grand Funk Railroad singer Mark Farner. [more] 
BRUCE KULICK BlogFrom: Kulick.net Well since my last message I have been in at least a dozen states, with many shows all across America. So let me get to some of my travel adventures, in pictures and story. Next we were off to Oregon, Eugene to be exact! A nice college town, and home of a vintage guitar shop that I had to visit. Well, I bought a beautiful Gibson ES 175 from 1958 at McKenzie River Music. As soon as I held this guitar I had to have it! Grand Funk played two shows in the area, so I had some time to visit the local pawn style shop as well. Found a sweet Fender Mexican Strat, and it shined on stage that night. So, a great time in Oregon for my guitar addiction and me! Read Bruce's entire blog at http://www.kulick.net 
What's New In KISS CollectingKISS Destroyer-Army T-Shirt From: KISSmuseum.com A new take on the classic KISS Army Olive T-shirt design. 100% cotton and comes in L, XL and XXL. $17.95 at KISSmuseum.com 
PAUL STANLEY At Fantasy Camp This WeekendFrom: PaulStanley.com Don't forget this weekend Paul will appear as the Special Guest at New York City's Rock 'N Roll Fantasy Camp. Paul will make appearances at the studios on Sunday and Monday. He will also do a Q&A on Monday before performing with the campers later that night in the Battle of the Bands at BB King's in Times Square. Doors open at BB King's at 7 PM. For more information on the Rock 'n Roll Fantasy Camp CLICK HERE Looking for more KISS News? Here's a link to last month's News Archive |
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