 |  | |||||
|
 February 2009 NewsPage updated on February 28, 2009All 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.
What's New In KISS CollectingKISS Patriot T-Shirt From: KISSmuseum.com Posted: February 28, 2009 The KISS Army shield has been re-done with a stars adorn eagle motif. The date "November 21, 1975, (the release date of KISS Alive!), appears proudly above the shield. 100% cotton, sizes M, L, XL and XXL. $19.95 at KISSmuseum.com 
Vintage KISS Bracelet And Stick Pin From 1977From: KISSmuseum.com Posted: February 28, 2009 The official KISS Aucoin Bracelets and Stick Pins from 1977. Originally sold through ads in Rock magazines as well as small store displays, these small trinkets were quickly snatched up by us younger fans, (of the time), who didn't quite have enough money for the KISS toy Record Players, Guitars and Action Figures that had flooded the market that year. Still, these pieces are of high-quality metal construction with real gold plating and red enamel finishing highlights; quite desirable collectibles. A small amount of still-sealed near-mint condition of both items have recently been uncovered and are for sale to the first people who can grab them. Click link below for pricing and more info: KISS Vintage Bracelets and Stick Pins available at KISSmuseum.com 
Paul On Classic KISSFrom: ABC15.com Posted: February 27, 2009 KISS frontman PAUL STANLEY is convinced the veteran rockers will never "grow tired" of playing the same old songs - because it would be "disrespectful" to their fans to retire their classic hits. The Love Gun hitmakers formed in 1972 and have sold more than 85 million albums worldwide throughout their long running career. The band recently announced they are heading back to the studio to record their first new material in ten years. [more] 
Paul On Fox Business NetworkFrom: FoxBusiness.com Posted: February 27, 2009 Getting Personal with KISS: PAUL STANLEY on life, art and rock and roll. http://www.foxbusiness.com 
Paul Rock 'N Rolls All Night And Paints (Almost) Every DayFrom: The Tangent Posted: February 27, 2009 He’s more famous for painting his face, not canvases, but for years PAUL STANLEY, frontman for the legendary rock band KISS, has been making the move from huge arenas to small galleries. Stanley, 57, will be in New Jersey this weekend for two art shows featuring his paintings and sculptures. The native New Yorker filled us in on his art: When did you start painting? About eight years ago. I’ve probably done 26 shows in the last year-and-a-half. Usually once a month I’m in some city in America doing an art show and this weekend is no different. How would you describe your art style? The one common thread to everything is color. I look upon painting as a challenge in terms of depicting emotions and feelings. So as far as "a style," I don’t find at this moment there is a particular style as much as there is a point of view about color. [more] 
KISS In ArgentinaFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 27, 2009 Gene was featured in the Clarin Newspaper in Buenos Aires last weekend. The newspaper ran a full interview, cover shot and centerfold of Gene to promote KISS' upcoming Argentina show! KISS will play River Plate Stadium in Buenos Aires on April 5. 
Derek Sherinian: "KISS was school time for me"From: Rockpages.gr Posted: February 26, 2009 Rockpages.gr conducted an exclusive interview with keyboardist Derek Sherinian (Planet X, Alice Cooper, KISS, Yngwie Malmsteen etc.). Here's an excerpt where Derek talks about his years with KISS among other things... Rockpages.gr: Was there any concert during that tour that KISS let you up on stage or you were constantly behind the stage? Derek Sherinian: I was behind the stage during the whole tour…but it was really cool to see the guys one month before the start of the tour…I mean, during the rehearsals. I couldn’t believe that I was on the same stage as Gene and Paul. That’s a great memory…Years later, they called me and asked me to play with them on the Ramones tribute (ed.note: KISS recorded "Rock N Roll Radio")…very cool song, by the way! It’s always nice to see the guys in L.A. Read the full interview on: http://www.rockpages.gr/detailspage.aspx?id=2137&type=1&lang=EN 
Bruck Kulick Video InterviewFrom: Diamant Noir Posted: February 26, 2009 The second part of ACTV's interview with ESP in Verviers (Belgium), this time with BRUCE KULICK, has been posted on Diamant Noir, Home of the French KISS Army. Check it out here: http://diamnoir.free.fr/dotclear/index.php/?category/General-english Bruce talks about his forthcoming solo album "BK3" and its numerous guests, Gene and Nick Simmons, ERIC SINGER, Steve Lukather... 
Weekend Art ShowsFrom: PaulStanley.com Posted: February 25, 2009 Here's one of Paul's latest paintings, "Dream Catcher". It's one of three new paintings that Paul will exhibit at his New Jersey Art shows this weekend. Friday - February 27, 2009 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Wentworth Gallery The Shops at Riverside 171 Riverside Square Hackensack, NJ For details on the VIP Reception with PAUL STANLEY or to RSVP please call 201-488-7661 or 800-732-6140. Saturday - February 28, 2009- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wentworth Gallery The Mall at Short Hills 1200 Morris Turnpike Short Hills, NJ For details on the VIP Reception with PAUL STANLEY or to RSVP please call 973-564-9776 or 800-732-6140 
Halifax's Mayor As GeneFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 24, 2009 Halifax Mayor Peter Kelly gets into his role as GENE SIMMONS from KISS after he was painted up at the KOOL radio studio on Friday as part of a fundraiser for the Multiple Sclerosis Society. The legendary rock band KISS will play in Halifax on July 18. 
PAUL STANLEY On New Pushings AlbumFrom: KISSRevenge.com Posted: Here are a couple of photos from recording sessions for PUSHKINGS in Los Angeles, USA, MATT FILIPPINI STUDIOS from 18 of February. In the photo: Gabe Reed, PAUL STANLEY & Fabrizio Grossi, producer Paul recorded vocals for the track CUT THE WIRE & KUKARRACHA for upcoming PUSHKINGS' album CUT THE WIRE. Thi is the very first time Paul works for russian band! More photos can be seen at http://kissrevenge.com 
ERIC SINGER InterviewFrom: Diamant Noir Posted: February 19, 2009 Here's a video of ERIC SINGER interviewed by Belgian TV channel ACTV during ESP's gig at "Spirit of 66" in Verviers, Belgium. Eric talks about the rumors regarding KISS' new studio album. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-WTl1KXEVnc 
Rare Ace PhotosFrom: AceFrehley.com Posted: February 19, 2009 We've updated the 12 pics section with 12 new pictures, including the last makeup pic from the Dunkin' Doughnuts commercial and a rare non makeup pic from 1977. http://www.acefrehley.com/12-pics/ 
Gene Comments On 1975 Vancouver ShowFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 19, 2009 Gene's comments after seeing the Commodore KISS shots The day after that show (in Vancouver, BC) I was interviewed by Bob Geldorf, who would later go on to form his own band, The Boomtown Rats. He also started the Live Aid rock charity. At that time, he was a writer for the Georgia Straight, a local paper. I remember he started the interview with something like "you guys weren't serious up there, were you." I told him we would become the biggest band in the world and that he didn't understand what rock and roll was. It was clear we had a different point of view. Years later, when I finally got to see his band, the Boomtown Rats, I remember thinking: "..he can't be serious up there..." They soon broke up. KISS? We're celebrating our 35th Anniversary! [more] 
KISS In Vancouver 1975From: KISSonline.com Posted: February 19, 2009 Thanks to Kim Barnatt for sending KOL these great photos of KISS from January 1975 at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver B.C!! [more] 
Paul's New Jersey Art ShowsFrom: PaulStanley.com Posted: February 18, 2009 Wentworth Gallery is pleased to present two art exhibitions by artist, rock icon, and legendary KISS frontman PAUL STANLEY. Paul will make two special appearances at the following Wentworth Gallery locations in February. Friday - February 27, 2009 - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Wentworth Gallery The Shops at Riverside 171 Riverside Square Hackensack, NJ For details on the VIP Reception with PAUL STANLEY or to RSVP please call 201-488-7661 or 800-732-6140. Saturday - February 28, 2009- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wentworth Gallery The Mall at Short Hills 1200 Morris Turnpike Short Hills, NJ For details on the VIP Reception with PAUL STANLEY or to RSVP please call 973-564-9776 or 800-732-6140 
The KISS GAF 1979 ViewmasterFrom: KISSmuseum.com Posted: February 17, 2009 The 3-D GAF Viewmaster was introduced at the 1939 Worlds' Fair in New York City to the amazement of the masses. But nothing has been more amazing in it's 70 year history then when KISS invaded the 3-D format for their 1979 Dynasty tour. KISS comes to life as never before, and never since in brilliant 3-Dimensional images. 8 studio shots and 13 live-stage shots on 3 reels make up this incredible visual record. Nothing could be closer to the actual experience of being at a KISS concert than having the members leap out at you in the 3-D format.Because of the unique chance this device gave to fans to be able to experience KISS in 3-D, it has become one of the most sought-after and requested KISS items from the 1970's KISS collectible series. The KISSmuseum has come across a small cache of these Viewmaster packets in varying rates of condition and has them for sale at the link below. As always, we will sell the higher-quality ones first. Each comes with it's own official Viewmaster viewer. We only have a limited amount so grab one while you can! KISS Viewmaster - $49.95 at KISSmuseum.com 
Ten Teachers Who Made a Mark in Another FieldFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 17, 2009 GENE SIMMONS was included in the "Ten Teachers Who Made a Mark in Another Field" list on Britannica.com. The list also included Alexander Graham Bell, Robert Frost and US Presidents John Adams & Lyndon B. Johnson, among other greats! Everyone is concerned about the number of teachers leaving the profession. These ten individuals left teaching and went on to achieve greatness in their chosen fields. For some, you might think it possible that they would have done still more good remaining in the classroom. For others most would agree that it’s just as well that students learned from someone else. (9) It is hard to believe that GENE SIMMONS could have been a teacher. He is known best as the frontman for the 1970’s rock band KISS , known for outrageous shows during which Simmons would spit blood, breath fire, and taunt the audience. But Simmons did teach sixth grade in Spanish Harlem. Simmons was reportedly fired for, among other things, replacing the Shakespearean play in the curriculum with Spiderman comics. CLICK HERE to visit the Encyclopedia Britannica Blog to view the entire list. 
Ace Now On mySpaceFrom: AceFrehley.com Posted: February 17, 2009 ACE FREHLEY is now on MySpace. All KISS and Ace fans on MySpace are encouraged to add him as a friend www.myspace.com/acefrehley 
Scott Van Zen: "Gene is a genius!"From: Rockpages.gr Posted: February 16, 2009 We continue our KISS special feature with the 22nd interview of a KISS-related figure. This week, Scott Van Zen, composer and KISS’ collaborator during the Revenge and Carnival of Souls era remembers that time-period. Here’s an excerpt: Rockpages.gr: "Carnival Of Souls" featured no less than 3 co-written songs by you and Gene. This record is one of my all time favourite KISS albums from the non-make-up era. Would you like to tell us a few things about that collaboration and why not share with us some details about each one of the three songs? Scott Van Zen: Gene and I had written about 20 - 25 songs after the success of Revenge. At that point we were getting together a lot and just churning out ideas. Gene and Paul chose the songs for the CD. Hate is my favourite groove of all of them. Check the rest of the interview at: http://www.rockpages.gr/standard.aspx?type=13&sub=K&lang=EN 
Saved From Fire: Limited-Edition Guitar From KISSFrom: Posted: February 16, 2009 I bought the guitar from my niece three years ago. I'm a huge KISS fan. She knew I'd had my eye on it for a while and eventually she parted with it for around $1500. It's a Silvertone bass, signed by KISS, so it's a bit of a rarity. When the fire arrived, there wasn't any time to think. There was probably 50,000 other things I could have grabbed in that moment but the guitar was it. And I'm glad of that because it's very special. I get together with the boys a couple of times every fortnight and play, you know, let it rip. [more] 
KISS CakeFrom: Jarno Tenhovuori Posted: February 15, 2009 My dear friend Annuska made a birthday cake for me. It was the best gift what human can get, but nobody wants to destroy the KISS logo! Rock And Roll Forever [more] 
KISS Add Peru TourdateFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: Februrary 13, 2009 KISS will make their first ever appearance in Peru on April 14th! The band will perform at the 45,000 seat Estadio Nacional Stadium in Lima as part of their 2009 South American Tour. Tickets are on sale now at www.tuentrada.com.pe or via the call center : +(511) 618-3838. 
Ace and Gene Colbert CameoFrom: Comedy Central Posted: Februrary 13, 2009 Ace and Gene made a small appearance on the Colbert Report of Comedy Central. Check out the video, it's brief but rather funny and worth seeing. www.colbertnation.com 
One Step Closer To PAUL STANLEYFrom: Rock And Super Star Posted: February 13, 2009 Rock Star and Super Star have come a long way in their quest to achieve their milestone of someday saying that have worked with PAUL STANLEY. They have taken giant steps forward to ensure that PAUL STANLEY himself knows this through a vast array of different approaches. "I know we have his attention and he knows we are here, so to me that's a great start," says Super Star. Even if the road for the boys seems glamorous to others, it has not been to them. "We have found out why LA is the city of fallen angels," says Rock Star. "It's true," says Super Star. "We were completely naive when we first started our ventures six months ago to start raising awareness for our non-profit, We are One (named after their favorite KISS song), and its mission. We were just two kids fresh from the Midwestwith a dream. Dreams of wanting to help kids early in their recovery from drug and alcohol abuse stay clean and sober through the power of Rock & Roll," said Super Star. Unfortunately, they have fallen victim to the sharks that often sit looking for their next prey here in Hollywood. "We have been ripped off and scammed left and right, and, because of this, it's getting tougher to meet our needs of fulfilling what it is we came out here to do," says Super Star. However, don't count the Star brothers out just yet. Using KISS as their template, the twins are pushing forward. There were many times when it seemed like KISS was done, but each time they proved the naysayers wrong, didn't they? Says Rock Star, "Super Star and I will prevail. As long as our heart is in it and we have the best of intentions, I don't see how we could ever lose - no matter what the outcome." Rock Star and Super Star do have another success story under their belt that they are very excited about sharing with members of the KISS community. Their forthcoming effort titled "Serenity" is a bone chilling and emotional 12-track concept CD based on the struggle of drug addiction between the two brothers. "With help from Bob Kulick and his partner, Brett Chassen, we are moving as fast as we can to get this CD out there. Our music is like no other and will blow you away!" says Rock Star.? They don't have the great PAUL STANLEY behind the mike yet, but they were able to line up a solo or two from BRUCE KULICK on one of the most explosive inspirational tracks to come out in music in years. Not only were they successful in lining up Bruce for the solo (in an effort, of course, to make it primed and ready for PAUL STANLEY, according to them), they were also able to convince him to bring in a very special guitar. "It's the very same guitar that was used on some classic KISS songs, including "Larger than Life", from KISS Alive 2, "Tonight You Belong to Me", from PAUL STANLEY's 1978 solo album, and the anthem "God Gave Rock & Roll to You 2", from KISS Revenge. The guitar is a beautiful 1953 Les Paul. "The tone is unmistakably KISS," says Super Star. "It's enough to give any KISS fan chills upon first listen and never in a million years did I ever imagine it would be able to be heard on one of our songs," says Super Star. "I think Bruce did this because he knows we are going to reach a lot of people and are going to send the most positive message. He was awesome to work with and I can't believe how much his playing contributed to the track. He's a monster! It gives me just another reason to stay sober and should prove to everyone that sobriety is cool!" continues Super Star. [more] 
Bruce Springsteen Accused of Stealing a KISS SongFrom: TwentyFourBit.com Posted: February 10, 2009 It’s a good thing YouTube didn’t exist back in the day or the folk movement may have never happened. Chatter has started around the Internet about the similarities between Bruce Springsteen’s new song "Outlaw Pete" and the KISS hit "I Was Made For Loving You," after a YouTube user posted a video comparing the two. It’s the whole Coldplay/Satriani/Creaky Boards controversy all over again. In the video, the repeating main riff and melody of Bruce’s ode to an Appalachian-born outlaw is strikingly similar to KISS’s stadium anthem. However, the two songs don’t meld together very well when they are overlapped, as opposed to when Coldplay’s "Viva La Vida" was overlapped with Joe Satriani’s "If I Could Fly," it basically sounded like the band had added The Satch’s guitar solo to the song. Another user has posted a video pretending to be GENE SIMMONS attacking The Boss for plagiarism and threatening a lawsuit, but we’ll have to wait and see if the real Simmons, or any other members of KISS, are offended by Springsteen’s possible borrowing of their melody. Something tells me we’ll be hearing from GENE SIMMONS on the subject. Until then, check out the video and judge for yourself by clicking here. (Link via The Daily Swarm) 
ACE FREHLEY Puts Video Clip of Rare '78 Solo Album Song on his WebsiteFrom: AceFrehley.com Posted: February 10, 2009 Here's a clip of a song I rarely play live... Wiped Out was co-written by my good friend Anton Fig. Anton played drums on my '78 solo record, the solo stuff in the 80's, and I'm proud to say Anomaly too! You can see him every night on the skins on the David Letterman Show. Hard Times is off Dynasty... Enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qS9cdL0LzRk 
Paul Welcomes A DaughterFrom: People Magazine Posted: February 10, 2009 KISS frontman PAUL STANLEY and his wife Erin welcomed an 8 lb. baby girl on Jan. 28, the rocker's rep tells PEOPLE exclusively. "The KISS Army has a new princess and her name is Sarah Brianna," says Stanley, 57. "Erin and I feel truly blessed with the addition of this Star Child into our lives." Sarah is the second child for the couple, who married in 2005. The singer/guitarist and his wife, an attorney, live in Beverly Hills with their son Colin Michael, 2, and Stanley's son Evan Shane, 14, from his previous marriage. In addition to caring for Sarah, Stanley has other big projects on the horizon: The accomplished painter will tour America with KISS this summer to celebrate the band's 35-year anniversary. 
Paul Radio InterviewFrom: PaulStanley.com Posted: February 10, 2009 Paul made an appearance on the Jim Kerr Morning Show today to promote his upcoming Art show at Wentworth Gallery. Wentworth Gallery: The Shops at Riverside, 171 Riverside Square, Hackensack, NJ Friday, February 27, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Wentworth Gallery: The Mall at Short Hills, 1200 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ Saturday, February 28, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. CLICK here to listen to the interview. 
Paul On The RadioFrom: Jim Kerr Rock N Roll Morning Show Posted: February 10, 2009 Paul will be calling the Jim Kerr Rock 'n Roll Morning Show Today (Tuesday 2/10) at 7:05am. He's promoting his local appearances at the Wentworth Gallery. You can listen on-line: http://www.q1043.com/pages/onair/morningshow.html 
KISS To Perform In MontrealFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 9, 2009 KISS will rock Montreal on Monday, July 13th at The Bell Centre (Montreal, Quebec). This will be the band's first show in Montreal since 2000. Tickets for the general public will go on sale Saturday, February 14th at 10 AM. There will be a KISS ARMY Members-only presale, details will be announced shortly on KOL. 
KISS To Rock VenezuelaFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 7, 2009 The legendary rock band KISS will make history with their first ever appearance in Venezuela on April 17th! The band will perform at La Riconda Hippodrome in Caracas. SOLID SHOW PRODUCTIONS today confirms the appearance of one of the most important rock bands in the world… KISS. Tickets for the show will be sold at Confetti Sambil y Prados del este, Taquilla Promo Eventos, School of Rock and online www.ticketmundo.com. Tickets will go on sale at the above locations after a KISS ARMY Members-only presale on KISSONLINE next week. Stay tuned to KOL for additional presale details. For more information visit www.solidshow.com 
KISS To Play HalifaxFrom: Chronicle Herald Posted: February 5, 2009 The Cat is finally out of the bag, along with the Demon, the Starchild and the Spaceman: KISS is coming back to Halifax. Concert promoter Harold MacKay announced at a media conference on Tuesday morning that the veteran makeup-and-leather clad classic rock act will headline Halifax Rocks 2009 on the Halifax Commons on Saturday, July 18, with a limit of 40,000 tickets going on sale this Friday. "There’s a lot that’s been written and said about the types of music that Halifax wants to see, and what we keep hearing is it wants good ol’ rock ‘n’ roll," said MacKay, who has been trying for two years to persuade KISS to return to the Maritimes for the first time since the mid-’70s. [more] 
BRUCE KULICK Performing With Monster Circus In Las VegasFrom: Mick's Headbanger's Ball Posted: February 5, 2009 Platinum Masters' Monster Circus takes over Sin City beginning Thursday, March 19 inside the legendary Hilton Theater. A truly unique spectacle, Monster Circus combines a high-octane live rock concert with sexy dancers, human circus acts, aerialists, freaks and of course, a tour bus full of platinum certified rock stars. An irreverent ringmaster along with Sicko The Clown, Monster Circus' mascot, lead the audience along the 75-minute journey through the powerhouse rock and metal anthems of the '70s, '80s and '90s. "The great rock 'n' roll stars from some of the great bands of the last three decades in a circus atmosphere. . .it doesn't get any better than that," said Ken Ciancimino, executive vice president, Las Vegas Hilton. "Las Vegas has never seen a show like this." [more] 
KISS Add South America ShowsFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 4, 2009 KISS will return to Brazil with two huge stadium shows this April! April 7th Sao Paulo Arena Anhembi April 8th Rio Apoteose Web ticket sales are available starting at midnight. Phone sales start at 9am on February 5th. [more] 
KISS Returning To CanadaFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 2, 2009 KISS will headline 'Halifax Rocks 2009' on July 18! The concert will take place at Halifax Commons Park in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Tickets go on sale to the general public on February 6th. A KISS ARMY Members-only ticket presale will run from Feb. 3 @ 11AM to Feb. 5 @ 6PM local venue time (EST +1 hour) on KOL. Both general admission and VIP tickets will be available. The VIP ticket area is special bleacher seating with a fantastic view, private VIP washrooms, catering and bar service. 
It's A KISS AlbumFrom: New York Post Posted: February 2, 2009 PAUL STANLEY tells Page Six that he, GENE SIMMONS and the band are headed into the studio to grind out a new record for release this fall. "It's a KISS album in the most true and classic sense - we're recording it in analog, not digital, and writing it ourselves," says Stanley, who also paints and will hold an exhibit Feb. 27-28 at the Wentworth Gallery in Hackensack, NJ. 
Ski Maker’s Idea for a Tribute Is Met With a Scolding TongueFrom: New York Times Posted: February 1, 2009 The Faction Collective S.A., a ski manufacturer based in Switzerland, displayed new graphics on its big-mountain powder skis this week at the snow-sport industry’s biggest trade show here at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. When placed side by side, the skis’ tips depict the painted face of the KISS front man GENE SIMMONS, his red tongue hanging. Then GENE SIMMONS showed up. "My friend said, ‘Oh my God, it’s Gene,’ and then he bolted — he just left," said Ross Janzen, who was manning the booth for the Faction Collective. "I turned around and it was Gene. People were standing three-deep around him. I was completely dumbfounded. He’s an imposing figure." [more] 
KISS Kulture Is EverywhereFrom: KISSonline.com Posted: February 1, 2009 Not sure if you caught the latest episode of Everybody Hates Chris, but the story involved him and a friend trying to get fake ID's to go to an over-18 concert. Their identities were PAUL STANLEY and GENE SIMMONS. His mom ended the episode changing her usual call of "Chris!" at the end of the "Everybody hates..." tagline to "Gene!" KISS Kulture is everywhere! Looking for more KISS news? Here's a link to last month's News Archive: http://kissasylum.com/cgi-bin/newsArchive.cgi?archive=200901 |
     | ||||
|
 KISS Museum
News Archive
Features
Tour Dates
Photos
KISS ASYLUM © 1995-2008, all rights reserved. KISS ASYLUM is an unofficial, fan run KISS web site. KISS ASYLUM is optimized for 800x600 screen resolution or higher using Internet Explorer 6.0 and it is recommended that you have the Flash, Real Player, and Quicktime plug-ins to experience the rich audio and video media. Have KISS News to report? Email us at news@kissasylum.com | | ||||
| | | ||||
