August 31, 2012
KISS AT WOW HD
Here at WOW HD you can pre-order the "Monster" CD this weekend for just € 10,19 € postage free. According to the info the CD includes 13 Tracks (incl. "Right here right now")!
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August 31, 2012
KISS NEWS
Destroyer Resurrected Review
Crue, Kiss team up for one wild ride
Preview: First Niagara Pavilion season ends Sunday with the hard-rock mayhem of Kiss and Motley Crue
Kiss in Kalamazoo, 1992: Paul Stanley makes crowd prove it's not a 'hee-haw town'
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August 31, 2012
KISS ACC SPOT
KISS and the ACC team up for the start of the college football season. Click here to see the promo clip.
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August 31, 2012
INTERVIEW WITH PAUL
Here on Metal Rules you can read an interview with Paul. Here are some excerpts:

The album is now coming in October although it’s been ready for a long time. Originally it was supposed to come out earlier, like in May. What’s the reason for that delay?

PAUL STANLEY: The reason it didn’t come out I mean it has been done for a while we wanted to have a different type of set up in terms of a distribution. We wanted to go with a label this time. So the legalities of working out a contract take a long time. So, you know, by going back to Universal with a company that has our whole catalogue so for a lot of reasons it made a lot of sense. Plus they were very “Come home”, very committed to the album. So had we wanted to do it a different way, we would had it out in May. But this made more sense and will make more sense. You know doing the Wal-Mart deal was great in one way but in another way if you didn’t have a Wal-Mart near you or if you didn’t have iTunes if you couldn’t get it from iTunes so it was very limited how you could get the album. So, we tried that once and now we said let’s do it this route. But Universal they very much wanted us back. And they have all these other albums so it’s a good agreement.

I just found out that you’re going to use a band photo on the album cover. I heard that you originally had an artist painting the cover, was it Ken Kelly? Whatever happened to that project?

PAUL STANLEY: No. I didn’t want the cover that looks like a cover from 30 years ago. This isn’t 30 years ago. I didn’t want somebody to thing that we are re-creating the past. And to make a cover like that is to make that kind of a statement. You know, we are not super heroes, we’re not fantasy, we are flesh and blood. We wear war paint, we wear makeup. That is part of our identity but to have us with swords or something crazy on the cover it’s not us now, it’s not (us) today.

What is the state of KISSOLOGY 4.... Is it coming out this year?

PAUL STANLEY: Yeah, yeah.

You did release the book with ten different covers with selected countries flags on it. How did you actual decide which flags to use and which were left off?

PAUL STANLEY: Actually I think that the company that we work with suggested these. So it wasn’t anything from us. These are the ones that they suggested.

Would you tell something about the new stage?

PAUL STANLEY: It’s pretty cool. It’s just a pretty cool stage and doesn’t look like the one we have had for a quite some time. And you know, lots of new technology, but you know its KISS, it’s our point of view, it’s how we do things.

Will you use that new one on “The Tour” already?

PAUL STANLEY: In some form yeah.

But there be further modifications when the actual “Monster” tour starts?

PAUL STANLEY: Yeah.

Have you ever been considered to write a book about your life?

PAUL STANLEY: Yes, there will be an autobiography out next year.
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August 30, 2012
KISS IN THE PRESS
Kiss are on the cover of the September 2012 edition of Metal Hammer Norway.

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August 30, 2012
KISS NEWS
Preview: First Niagara Pavilion season ends Sunday with the hard-rock mayhem of Kiss and Motley Crue
Crue, Kiss team up for one wild ride
Video: KISS Plays The Fair To Generations Of Rock Fans
Video: The Kiss Kruise II Promo
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August 30, 2012
LULLABY RENDITIONS OF KISS
The "Lullaby Renditions of Kiss" album has been released now on CD and as MP3 Download.

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August 30, 2012
KISS AND MÖTLEY CRÜE ROCKED ST. LOUIS MONDAY
(from examiner.com)
The much anticipated combo tour of heavy metal icons Mötley Crüe and KISS made a stop Monday in St. Louis at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater, playing to a packed house.
“The Tour”, as it is being called, is a co-headlining tour that is filled to excess from two bands that have nearly 70 years between them to show off. “The Tour” has anything and everything a solid rock show should have, and more.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 30, 2012
PETER CRISS AT MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK
(from main.acsevents.org)
Join Peter Criss for the annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk Sunday, October 21, in Point Pleasant Beach NJ. If you missed out on this fantastic event last year, here is your chance! Visit the links above to sign up as a team member or to donate to this good cause.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 30, 2012
KISS AND MÖTLEY CRÜE AT VERIZON WIRELESS AMPITHEATRE
(from Riverfront Times)
When you open for Kiss you have to put on a hell of a show, and Mötley Crüe delivered. From the displays camaraderie to the set list full of hair metal hits, Crüe brings brotherhood onstage and encourages it amongst the audience. With four-way fist bumps and sly "we got this" smiles, Crüe really does seem to be in it together and working as a unit to get you pumped.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 28, 2012
KISS NEWS
Review: KISS and Mötley Crüe - Kings of Rock
Video: Strutter live in Tulsa, Oklahoma
Video: Deuce live in Mareyland Heights on August 27, 2012
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August 28, 2012
INTERESTING CLOSED AUCTIONS ON EBAY
Here are some interesting recently closed auctions on eBay:

A photo sold for $ 600,-!!??


official Kiss Army leather jacket: $ 505,-


belt buckle: $ 400,-


Aussie The Elder Kiss Army kit: $ 399,-


Kiss Palms Casino tablecloth: $ 355,-


set Kiss Lava Lamps: $ 345,-


Alive II misprint: $ 330,-


signed Ace boot: $ 301,-


Trash can: $ 250,-


Poster: $ 202,-


Kiss first pressing LP without "Kissin' time": $ 760,-!!??


Set "Rock the Nation" Instant Live CD's: $ 355,-


"Makin' love" Picture Disc single: $ 316,-!!??


Turkish "The Elder" LP: $ 260,-


More interesting closed auctions: see above the news
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August 28, 2012
GERMAN "MONSTER" COVER
Amazon Germany has now published the German cover of the "Monster" CD. Click here to see it.
Amazon USA has the CD available with the original uncensored logo for about 10 Euros.

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August 28, 2012
KISS MEET & GREET EXPERIENCE
Here you can see a nice video of a meet & greet experience from Viginia Beach.
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August 27, 2012
KISS: LADY GAGA IS THE ONLY TRUE NEW STAR
(from gulfnews.com)
As they release their KISS Monster Book, they say today’s rock bands look like ‘garbage collectors’.
Musicians in today’s rock bands look like “garbage collectors” and the only true new star is Lady Gaga, members of the legendary heavy metal group KISS said.

“There are a lot of bands that have something. What’s missing is stardom. The ability to get up on stage and rule, bigger than life,” said KISS bassist and singer-songwriter Gene Simmons.

In a conversation during a promotional appearance on Tuesday for the KISS Monster Book, the band explained their decision to record their next disc, Monster, with analogue equipment.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 27, 2012
INTERVIEW WITH C.K. LENDT
(from Decibel Geek)
Prior to working for KISS in the mid 1970s, were you a fan of them? Why or why not?
I had heard of the band. I was in college and graduate school in the early to mid 1970s and I don't recall that KISS was popular among the campus crowd. At the time, my musical tastes leaned more toward artists like Johnny Winter, Lee Michaels, Leon Russell, The Rolling Stones and Eric Clapton.

Throughout Eric Carr's and Bruce Kulick's tenures in KISS, were their salaries roughly $2000/week ($100,000 annually) as has been rumored?
More or less. I think that Eric's was at one point higher but he had to take a pay cut because of KISS's financial woes.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 27, 2012
CONCERT REVIEW: KISS AND MÖTLEY CRÜE AT THE BOK CENTER
(from Tulsa World)
Sunday was a time warp filled with concert tees, Kiss character greasepaint, rock hands, air guitars and pleather pants. Everyone was a teenager again, if just for a night. Longtime glam and metal rockers Kiss and Mötley Crüe performed a double headline bill Sunday to a crowded house at the BOK Center.
Click here to read the review.
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August 27, 2012
JAPANESE "MONSTER" CD
The first pressing of the "Monster" CD (SHM-CD) in Japan will be released on October 17, 2012 with a 3D Pop-Up Cover Limited edition (5,000copies)!
The same day "Destroyer Resurredted" gets released in Japan in a cardboard sleeve.
Both CD's are availabe for pre-order at CD Japan.

The first pressing of the "Monster" CD (SHM-CD) in Japan from CD Japan will also contain a free bonus poster. It can now be pre-ordered at CD Japan for a limited time only.

Thanks to our friends at naokiss for sening Kiss News the latest info.
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August 27, 2012
KISS NEWS
State Fair: It's Kiss. It's Motley Crue. For these brothers, it's destiny.
Podcast: Creatures of the net: Review of Destroyer Resurrected - what are the differences to the original?
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August 25, 2012
INTERESTING AUCTIONS ON EBAY
Here are links to some interesting Kiss Auctions that are ending soon on eBay.

The Originals 1973 - 1979 Japan 11 LP Box Set


signed Meet & Greet Pass


Kiss diary '81


5 different Pepsi Scream machine cups


sleeping bag


Alive II misprint


backpack


notebook 1977


Japanese Asylum songbook


Gene 3-D Digital Action Motion card


Gene doll with box


Paul doll with box


Ace doll with box


Peter doll with box

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August 24, 2012
"MONSTER" CD WITH BONUS POSTER
The first pressing of the "Monster" CD (SHM-CD) in Japan will contain a free bonus poster. It can now be pre-ordered at CD Japan for a limited time only.

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August 24, 2012
"DESTROYER RESURRECTED" ALSO AVAILABLE ON VINYL IN GERMANY
"Destroyer Resurrected" has now also been released in Germany on vinyl with censored logo. According to first reports it also contains a vaucher for a mp3 download, but no booklet. 

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August 24, 2012
KISS NEWS
KISS, Mötley Crüe, The Treatment invade White River Amphitheatre
Kiss and Mötley Crüe team up for an 'intensely sweltering' tour
Kiss Comeback on vinyl: "Monster" will be available on vinyl. Two box sets are also scheduled to come out on vinyl later this year to excite fans.
Paul Stanley Meet & Greet/Guitar Action
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August 23, 2012
CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY ANNOUNCES SIXTH ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF LIFE WITH PETER CRISS
(from Examiner)
The Cancer Support Community, Eatontown, is hosting its sixth annual Celebration of Life on Oct. 18 at Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club in Farmingdale. The event will feature food, wine and fashions modeled by cancer survivors. This year the Cancer Support Community welcomes its first Celebration of Life ambassador, Peter Criss of KISS, rock star and male breast cancer survivor.

“You will find our Celebration of Life filled with joy, camaraderie, hope, compassion, and love as we honor cancer survivors for their strength and courage,” said Ilene Winters, founder and executive director. “We will also recognize our special honorees, including community leader and philanthropist Tim McLoone, Cancer Support Community board member Gary Weiner, and Cancer Support Community volunteer Ellen Levine.”

Beginning at 6 p.m., a special VIP reception will take place on the terrace of the country club, where guests will mingle with Peter Criss while enjoying champagne and hors d’oeuvres. VIP guests will also receive a signed copy of Criss’ new book, “Makeup to Breakup: My Life In and Out of KISS,” their picture with Criss in a commemorative frame, and a $2,000 gift certificate from Kramer Portraits. VIP tickets are $250 and are limited.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 23, 2012
KISS NEWS
Kiss hails Lady Gaga
Kiss Unveil $ 4.000,- Photo book, New Songs in California
New "Monster" book and future - exclusive
Kiss are "Games Masters" of BBC's Olympics
Kiss Unveil $ 4.250,- Book, Talk Old "Girlfriends" in the Band

Photo: Billboard, Nicole Pajer
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August 22, 2012
DESTROYER RESURRECTED JAPANESE RELEASE
The Japanese version of "Destroyer Resurrected" in cardboard sleeve is now available for pre-order at CD Japan.
UICY-75349
KISS/Destroyer - Resurrected [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)](Title subject to change) [SHM-CD] [Limited Release] CDA 2667 yen US$33/80.26
Release Date: 2012/10/17
Description: New edition of KISS's "Destroyer" features a cardboard sleeve (mini LP) faithfully replicating US analog jacket and the latest remix by Bob Ezrin. Includes a bonus track "Sweet Pain (Original Guitar Solo Ver.)"

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August 22, 2012
KISS DEBUTING THEIR NEW BOOK
(from examiner.com)
Kiss debuted their new Monster Book in Los Angeles today at the Viper Room for members of the media. The band arrived without their make-up on.
Over three feet high, it is the largest rock and roll book ever printed, and the priciest, at $4250.00 per book. “It’s not for everyone,” said Kiss bassist Gene Simmons, noting the price.
Click here to read the rest and to view a slideshow.
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August 22, 2012
KISS NEWS
Photos: Kiss launch "Monster" book in California
Video: Kiss Monster book launch in California
TV report on the "Kiss Forever" band on Czech TV - featuring burning drumsticks, bazooka and flying in the air...
Bruce to appear at Monster Mini Golf on August 28th
Putt with Bruce Kulick to raise funds for animal charities at Kiss by Monster Mini Golf
Ace Frehley’s Wobbly First Meeting with Keith Richards
German Playboy Playmate Rocks Vinnie Vincent Kiss Makeup
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August 21, 2012
NEW UNAUTHORIZED DVD RELEASED
A new unauthorized Kiss DVD has been released today: "Shout it out loud".
From Amazon: From their formative years in the early '70s to the present day, KISS is regarded as one of the most influential rock and roll bands of all time. This excellent film contains previously unseen footage of the group at soundchecks, in their dressing room, traveling, photo sessions and much more!

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August 21, 2012
INTERESTING CLOSED AUCTIONS ON EBAY
Here are some interesting recently closed auctions on eBay:

record player: $ 1.100,-!!??


remote control van with box: $ 788,-!!


stage-used items: $ 611,-!!


toy guitar: $ 520,-


lunchbox & thermos: $ 440,-


set cups: $ 425,-


signed Ace poster: $ 377,-!!


signed "Creatures of the night" LP: $ 355,-


Peter bust: $ 310,-


handwritten letter from Eric Carr: $ 309,-


signed "Alive!" booklet


Kiss Now and Forever Japan Osaka 1997 2 CD box: $ 260,-


Alive II reel to reel: $ 250,-!!


make-up kit: $ 224,-


Japan 11 CD box set: $ 750,-


"C'mon and love me" 7" single Portugal: $ 500,-!!


More interesting closed auctions: see above the news
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August 21, 2012
DESTROYER RESURRECTED
"Destroyer Resurrected" will be released in the USA on CD and on vinyl.
The CD contains a 20-page booklet and the Bonus Track "Sweet pain".
The LP is pressed on 180g vinyl and contains a 4-page booklet. The Bonus-Track however is missing on the vinyl.

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August 21, 2012
MONSTER TRACK LIST
(from Amazon.com)
Rock legends KISS return with Monster, the 20th studio album in their historic career. The 12-track, straight-ahead rock n roll album features collaborations among all four members including co-founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons and longtime members guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer in an album that shows the band at the top of its game. And that s saying something, considering their illustrious, 40-plus year history 28 U.S. gold albums, the most gold records for any American rock band, 40 million sales in the U.S., and a total exceeding 100 million worldwide.
Click here to read the rest and to see the Track Listing revealed.

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August 20, 2012
PEPSI SCREAM MACHINE
One Pepsi scream machine sells for hundrets of Dollars. Now a set of 5 different Pepsi scream machine cups are up for auction. Let the bidding war begin...

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August 19, 2012
KISS NEWS
Bruce Kulick at Kiss Monster Mini Golf Event! "Are You Smarter Than A Rock Star?"
Live Shots: KISS and Mötley Crüe at Sleep Train Pavilion
Kiss and the Veterans
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August 18, 2012
INTERESTING CLOSED AUCTIONS ON EBAY
Here are some interesting recently closed auctions on eBay:

Kiss Vans


Box Set Deluxe Edition


Monster magazine


record player


Gene pen


Gene cup


Kiss radio


Hotter than hell promo poster


Rocks 5/1978


Kiss Army VIP package 2012


signed Alive! platinum RIAA Award


letter from Ace 1974


Rub'n Play


Creatures of the night tourbook


toy guitar


remote control van


make-up kit


signed Ace poster


Strutter 7" promo single USA


US Kiss movie poster

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August 18, 2012
KISS NEWS
KISS picks up its game for tour with Crüe
Video: Gene on Sunday Night on Channel 7, Australia
Final Kiss Kruise II Lineup: http://www.thekisskruise.com/artists
Promo video for The Tour 2012
Kiss without Stanley would be victory
KISS "Destroyer-Resurrected" [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)] will be released in Japan. Release Date: 2012/10/17 (thanks to naokiss for the info)
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August 17, 2012
PETER TO BE SPECIAL GUEST AT ROCK AND SHOCK 2012 CONVENTION
(from rockandshock.com)
MassConcerts and Rock And Shock are excited to announce the addition of one of music’s most legendary drummers at this year’s Rock and Shock 2012 convention – Peter Criss. The original drummer for the rock band KISS, “Catman” will be making a very special appearance to meet and greet all his fans. He is scheduled to release his autobiography ‘Makeup to Breakup: My Life In and Out Of Kiss’ on October 23, 2012, in which he teamed up with author Larry Sloman to write.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 17, 2012
SIMMONS FAMILY STATEMENT TO "GENE SIMMONS FAMILY JEWELS" CANCELLATION
(from Gene Simmons/whosay)
With KISS on tour and with my other business commitments, we have decided to draw the final curtain on our show ‘Gene Simmons Family Jewels.’
It has been a wonderful life-altering experience for our family and after seven successful seasons, we feel it’s time to move on.
A big thank you to A&E for allowing us to tell our story and a big thank you to our excellent producers Leslie Greif, Adam Freeman, and Adam Reed at Thinkfactory Media.
This is not the end of our story, it’s the beginning of a new chapter.
With love – Gene, Shannon, Sophie, and Nick.
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August 17, 2012
"DESTROYER RESURRECTED" RELEASED
"Destroyer Resurrected" has been released on CD and as MP3 download in Germany!


Although not yet officially released, you can find the new LP on 180g vinyl already on eBay:


In the US the album will be released on August 21, 2012:

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August 17, 2012
KISS NEWS
My first job: Gene Simmons
Frehley sober and on stage at CelebrateErie
Live review: Kiss outshines Mötley Crüe in Irvine
A&E Cancels 'Gene Simmons Family Jewels'
Gene Simmons Has His ‘Family Jewels’ Axed by A&E
Was Kiss’ Original Lineup a Victim of Their Own Success?
Massive, Limited-Edition 'Kiss Monster Book' Costs $4,250
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August 16, 2012
KISS IN THE PRESS
Kiss are on the cover of the August/September 2012 issue of "Boomer" magazine from Virginia. The magazine is currently listed on eBay.

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August 16, 2012
ORLANDO KISS EXPO REPORT
Here you can see areport on the Orlando Kiss Expo featuring an interview with Bruce.
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August 15, 2012
KISS IN THE PRESS
The recent issue of "neon" magazine from Las Vegas has Gene on the cover. The magazine is currently listed on eBay.

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August 15, 2012
KISS NEWS
Here you can listen to an interview with Gene & Eric on Rockline.
KISS - Motley Crue - Verizon Wireless Amphitheater - 8/14/12
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August 15, 2012
BRUCE VITIS KISS CONCERT
Bruce went to see the Kiss show yesterday and tweeted: Had an amazing time last night in Irvine at the huge KISS/MOTLEY show. What a great bill. Both bands truly did fantastic over the top performances! The place rocked, and I want to thank Gene, Paul, Eric and Tommy, and Nikki Sixx and his Crüe, for making me feel so welcome backstage. A great night!
Here you can see some photos of Bruce backstage with some friends.
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August 15, 2012
DID YOU KNOW...
... that there were also official Kiss curtains available in the '70s? They are quite rare and they match the Kiss bedspread and the pillow. They are currently listed on eBay.

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August 15, 2012
KISS AT THE 1974 KITE FLY
Great pictures from Kiss at the KSHE festival on March 29, 1974 can be found in a new book available at Amazon.
Check out a story on Kiss here, check out some pictures here (including a pic of a guy filming the event!).

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August 15, 2012
KISS NEWS
Kiss And Mötley Crüe At Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre
Kiss's Paul Stanley says band can survive without him and Gene
Kiss unplugged backstage in Phoenix
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August 14, 2012
INTERESTING CLOSED AUCTIONS ON EBAY
Here are some interesting recently closed auctions on eBay:

A rare Badges display box with badges from Australia sold for incredible $ 1.499,-!!!


2 tickets row 6: $ 1.001,- !!


Pearl drums promo poster: $ 517,-!!


make-up kit: $ 450,-


Shoe laces: $ 399,-


belt buckle: $ 394,-


Rub'n Play: $ 375,-


belt buckle: $ 345,-


Paul Stanley guitar pick 1976: $ 275,-


VIP package lot: $ 233,-


signed Ace photo: $ 225,-


The Elder 8-track: $ 175,-


Best of Solo Album LP from Chile: $ 171,-

More interesting closed auctions: see above the news
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August 14, 2012
KISS TO LAUNCH "MONSTER" BOOK IN CALIFORNIA ON AUGUST 21
(from Blabbermouth)
The biggest rock band in the world, KISS, is launching the largest rock book ever to be published, "Kiss Monster Book", standing 3 feet high by 2.5 feet wide and 2 inches thick, with a special appearance at the Viper Room in West Hollywood, California on Tuesday, August 21 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 12, 2012
KISS NEWS
Kiss, performing Saturday, masters of marketing
Video: Army veteran lives dream as KISS roadie
According to setlist.fm, Kiss played "Cold Gin" in Phoenix, "Deuce" in Las Vegas.
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August 11, 2012
KISS NEWS
Video: Deuce live in Albuquerque
KISS and Mötley Crüe Rock in the Rain in Albuquerque
Motley Crue, surprisingly, outperforms Kiss in Phoenix
Phoenix Photo Gallery
Concert review: Kiss still hotter than hell in Phoenix
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August 11, 2012
"DESTROYER RESURRECTED" SAMPLES
You can now listen to samples from all songs from "Destroyer Resurrected" also here at Amazon.

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August 11, 2012
NEW KISS COMIC RELEASED
The new IDW Kiss comic #3 has been released with various covers again.
Here you can read a review of the new comic.

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August 11, 2012
INTERESTING CLOSED AUCTIONS ON EBAY
Here are some interesting recently closed auctions on eBay:

Kiss Tour 2012 VIP package


The Tour poster


Double-Vue viewmaster


Peter Criss X-mas card 1977


signed Sonic Boom LP


Paul Halloween costume


Gene guitar pick 1977/78


Ace pen


Paul puzzle


backpack


Vintage Kiss Photos book


Kiss promo LP


Display


Peter Criss shoes


"Hell or Hallelujah" promo CD


Japanese "Love Gun" promo LP with poster


Didi Zill book


You may also get an oil painting for just $ 2.000.000,-...

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August 11, 2012
KISS, MÖTLEY CRÜE EXCLUSIVE ANS INTERVIEW
(from Artisan News/YouTube)
At the tour announcement for Kiss and Motley Crue, Artisan News was granted an exclusive sit-down interview with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Nikki Sixx, and Vince Neil and they talked about what they remember about each other from 1982, their last tour, why this is the ultimate show for the fans, Motley learning the ropes from Kiss, and if Kiss's new songs will be in their set, and more!
Click here to see the interview.
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August 11, 2012
INTERVIEW WITH BRUCE KULICK
Check out Rocknightmare for an interview with Bruce Kulick.
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August 10, 2012
INTERVIEW WITH PAUL STANLEY
Check out U-T San Diego for an interview with Paul Stanley.
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August 10, 2012
KISS, MÖTLEY CRÜE GIVE TO COLORADO THEATER SHOOTING VICTIMS
(from foxnews.com)
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Motley Crue and Kiss are donating money to support those affected by the Colorado movie theater shootings.
The bands said at their concert in suburban Denver on Wednesday night that they would donate $100,000 to the Aurora Victim Relief Fund.
The fund was set up to help victims and families who were hurt when a man opened fire July 20 at a midnight showing of the new Batman movie in Aurora. Twelve people were killed, and 58 were injured.
Nikki Sixx of Motley Crue and Paul Stanley of Kiss said in a written statement that they hope their gesture will encourage others to give.
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August 10, 2012
KISS NEWS
Ace Frehley still has his groove (concert review & set list)
My Rock Camp experience with Ace and Paul
Rockline to feature Kiss next Monday
Video: "Deuce" live in Albuquerque, NM
KISS, Motley Crue at Comfort Dental Amphitheatre, 8/8/12 (photos and review)
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August 9, 2012
KISS FAQ BOOK RELEASED
Originally scheduled for a September 1, 2012 release, the book "Kiss FAQ" by Dale Sherman has already been released now.
Amazon book description:
(FAQ). Since 1973, KISS has recorded over 20 studio albums; been recognized as an innovator in rock presentations; witnessed a firestorm of rumors and controversies; remained a thorn in critics' sides; and continues to surprise its massive fan-following, the KISS Army, with various career twists and turns. Moreover, many television shows, movies, toys and even comics have kept KISS a bigger-than-life name in entertainment for decades. Yet with all that has been written over the years, there are subjects that fans have never put to rest when it comes to the "hottest band in the land": What were the most significant concerts? Why did Phantom of the Park turn out that way? What were the best and worst album covers? How did the comics come about? And what the heck is a deuce? These subjects and more appear in KISS FAQ showcasing the good, bad, and the weird that has made KISS the legendary ultimate rock-and-roll party band, still going strong after 40 years. Accompanying this entertaining work of solid rock scholarship are dozens of rare images from posters to live shots and beyond. Also included is a foreword by Bill Starkey, the creator of the original KISS Army.

The 400 page book is currently available at Amazon for a special price.

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August 9, 2012
NEW KISS 2012 TOUR MERCHANDISE
There is more new Kiss 2012 Tour Merchandise now available in the official Kiss Store.

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August 9, 2012
KISS NEWS
Kiss played "Deuce" for a change in Albuquerque, NM (no footage on YouTube yet).
Bruce Kulick recap of the Orlando Kiss Expo on his website
Podcast: Kisstory Science Theatre discuss "Destroyer Resurrected", listen and discuss the differences to the common version...
Kiss Orlando Expo 2012 review
Gene poses with Tom Cruise and Adam Sandler
Some Kiss Monster book photos
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August 9, 2012
ERIC CARR HANDWRITTEN LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 8, 1984 ON EBAY
A rare Eric Carr hand written letter to David Snowden is up for auction on ebay.

This original letter was the first of many letters that Eric Carr handwrote to Snowden. The letter is dated September 8, 1984 and postmarked September 11, 1984 (New York City). Eric hand addressed the letter to Snowden c/o The KISS Revolution and included a picture taken by his roadie on the band's "Lick It Up" US tour. Eric wrote the letter on Howard Marks Advertising letterhead and signed his name "Eric Carr KISS" which is rare to find.

Background history on the letter and why Eric wrote to Snowden:
When the US official KISS Army disbanded in 1980, David Snowden tried to fill that void with the creation of "THE KISS REVOLUTION" newsletter.
By 1984, Snowden met Keith Leroux (current webmaster for KISSonline.com) and together they joined forces, taking Snowden's "KISS Revolution" newsletter and forming "THE KISS FORCE" fan club.
The KISS Force grew into the largest fan run KISS fan club in the USA. During that time, many of the band's current and former members (Eric Carr, Bruce Kulick, Ace Frehley, Peter Criss, Mark St. John, Vinnie Vincent) did interviews with Snowden and sent him letters to publish in the fan club's newsletter.

David Snowden went on to run official fan clubs for Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss in addition to several 80s "hair bands" such as Britny Fox, White Lion, LA Guns, Vixen, Nelson, Trixter as well as music icon, Joan Jett. Snowden also sold official KISS merchandise during KISS's reunion tours and designed several pieces of merchandise. More information about Snowden can be found at: www.facebook.com/DavidSnowdenPromotions

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August 8, 2012
ACE FREHLEY AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Ace Frehley's biography "No regrets" has now also been released as a paperback edition in England.


The American paperback edition of the book has been released in June already.

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August 8, 2012
MÖTLEY CRÜE AND KISS COME TO ROCK YOU
(from nbcsandiego.com)
On Aug. 12, Motley Crue and Kiss will ride into town to score a soundtrack to the excesses of adolescence and the fireworks of rock & roll’s fevered past.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 8, 2012
THE HOTTEST BAND IN THE LAND: KISS
(from insitegainesville.com)
"The hottest band in the land: Kiss!" That is how Kiss is always introduced, and the show at the 1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheatre in Tampa drove the point home, although opener Motley Crue gave them a run in the heat department.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 8, 2012
ONE ON ONE WITH THE CATMAN
(from njkissexpo.com)
We are very excited to have founding KISS member Peter Criss making a special appearance at the 2012 New Jersey KISS Expo! 

This will be one of your last chances to meet the Catman – it is confirmed Peter has decided to retire from signing and attending autograph events by next year. To give the fans one last hurrah, Peter will be providing special “One-on-One With the Catman” meet and greet packages for $ 275,- which include autographs, a photo with Peter, exclusive event merchandise and most of all, the opportunity to do all this with Peter in an intimate, one-on-one environment where you can have your items signed and speak to him personally, away from the crowds and lines outside.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 8, 2012
DEMO OF TOMMY'S SIGNATURE MODEL LES PAUL...
(from tommythayer.com)
Tommy's been working with Epiphone, tweaking the silver-sparkle top and a few other things. The Tubemeister 36 is Hughes & Kettner's latest in their successful Tubemeister series. It's a great sounding and affordable amp that Tommy's going to integrate into his live and studio set-ups along with the TT signature Duotone amps.

The Tommy Thayer signature model Les Paul will be available in about two months.

Recently, while in London, Tommy was interviewed for Guitarist Magazine and filmed this short video demo.

Click here for a report on the 2012 Pacific University Legends Classic with Tommy.
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August 8, 2012
KISS NEWS
KISS, Mötley Crüe - Gexa Energy Pavilion - 8/4/12
A headbangers companion: Kiss and Mötley Crüe
Video: Ace Frehley performing New York Groove at the Greenville Catfish Extravaganza - August 4, 2012
Video: Kiss : 1979 PM Magazine In San Antonio, Texas
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August 7, 2012
KISS PLAYING "STRUTTER"
In San Antonio Kiss played "Strutter" for the first time on this tour. Watch it here.
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August 7, 2012
INTERESTING CLOSED AUCTIONS ON EBAY
Here are some interesting recently closed auctions on eBay:

Paul Stanley costume: $ 2.500,-


remote control van: $ 1.099,-!!


Peter Criss ring: $ 666,- !!??


The spirit of '76 promo poster: $ 510,-!!??


Paul Stanley Sideshow Figure: $ 480,-!!??


backpack: $ 400,-


set wine goblets: $ 400,-


1975 concert-poster: § 375,-


Eric Carr poster & signature: $ 325,-


Palladium 1980 shirt: $ 260,-


tapes from Saudi Arabia: $ 247,-


Ace Frehley key chain: $ 214,-


The Originals promo LP: $ 580,-!!


Rome 1980 ticket: $ 150,-


Ace guitar pick 1977/78: $ 200,-


Ace belt buckle from Mexico: $ 190,-


More interesting closed auctions: see above the news
most expensive recently closed Auctions >>
most interesting Auctions >>
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August 7, 2012
KISS BEATS THE TEXAS HEAT AT DALLAS SHOW
(from examiner.com)
You would think that a band of rock veterans with nothing to prove would give themselves a break and coast through their live show in 100+ degree weather. Any other band might, but not KISS. Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, and Tommy Thayer descended on a platform from the rafters of the Gexa Energy Pavilion blazing on their guitars and never let up for almost two hours. Drummer Eric Singer feverishly pounded away behind them as they opened the show with audience favorite "Detroit Rock City."
Click here to read the rest.
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August 7, 2012
KISS NEWS
Video: Bruce Kulick performs "I walk alone" at Orlando Kiss Expo
You can now order KISS DESTROYER BEER and KISS ZIN FIRE WINE at www.kiss-wine-beer-shop.com. Thanks to Ron van Vreedendaal for the info.
Kiss aspired to be English.
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August 6, 2012
KISS NEWS
Kiss and Mötley Crüe offer fired-up visual spectacles, testosterone riffs during explosive show
Photos: Kiss and Mötley Crüe in Dallas
Photo posted on Twitter by Sammy Hagar: Ace (without sun-glasses) meeting Sammy Hagar backstage at a concert
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August 5, 2012
KISS PLAY "COLD GIN" IN HOUSTON
Kiss have added "Cold Gin" to the set list in Houston. Watch the perfomace on YouTube
Set list in Houston: http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/kiss/2012/cynthia-woods-mitchell-pavilion-the-woodlands-tx-43dce7d7.html
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August 5, 2012
PODKISST 62
(from podkisst.com)
Face front, true believers! KISS is on “THE TOUR” and reviews are coming in. We are joined by Darren Wood (our U.K. reporter) who gives us a killer review. Plus Gary, Matt, Ken, and Cassius talk all things KISS! All this, and rocking live rarities, on PodKISSt… the KISS fanzine for your ears!!!
Click here to listen to the podcast.
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August 5, 2012
KISS NJ/NY EXPO GUESTS
The Special Guests for the NJ/NY Expo on September 8,2012 have been announced. They are: Bruce & Bob Kulick, Ken Kelly, JR Smalling and Len Delessio. More infos here.
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August 4, 2012
INTERESTING CLOSED AUCTIONS ON EBAY
Here are some interesting recently closed auctions on eBay:

Alive III DCC


Revenge DCC


Kiss photo contact sheet 1974


Gene Love Gun guitar pick


Ace pen


Ace Rockstics


Peter Rockstics


Gene Rockstics


backpack


Set Solo Album RIAA Awards


Crazy Nights CRIA Award


cassette storage box


Gene pen


Pepsi scream machine


signed Ace Gibson Epiphone Les Paul guitar


Paul Stanley costume


Peter Criss shoes


"Hell or Hallelujah" promo CD-single

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August 4, 2012
KISS NEWS
Kiss and Mötley Crüe to heat up Phenix's Ashley Furniture Homestore Pavillion
Kiss' Gene Simmons Reveals How He Avoids Getting Tired on Stage
Video: "Shout it out loud" live in Louisville
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August 3, 2012
DANA STRUM TALKS ABOUT VINNIE VINCENT
Metal-rules.com interviewed Dana Strum. He also talked about Vinnie Vincent. Click here to read the interview.
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August 3, 2012
SHOW ON AUGUST 15TH CANCELLED
It was just announed, that the Kiss/Mötley Crüe concert on August 15th got cancelled. More infos here.
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August 3, 2012
KISS DELIVERS A SPECTACLE AT OAK MOUNTAIN AMPITHEATRE
(from blog.al.com)
If Kiss has perfected anything in nearly 40 years, it's the application of a makeup that refuses to smudge. Even on a Pelham, Alabama night where the humidity matched its monthly high of 93 percent on the heels of a torrential downpour that flooded most of the Oak Mountain Amphitheatre parking lot.
Click here to read the rest.
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August 2, 2012
KISS NEWS
Video: Kiss Unplugged backstage in Atlanta
Video: Kiss Unplugged backstage in Tampa
Kiss to release "Destroyer Resurrected"
Kiss, Mötley Crüe rock out in Louisville
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August 2, 2012
KISS NEWS
Paul Stanley promises brand-new Kiss spectacle with Crüe
Setlist still the same
Interview with David Wolfert (producer "Out of control" - Peter Criss 1980)
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August 1, 2012
KISS NEWS
Interview with Gene at Comic-Con
Kiss and Mötley Crüe: firepower and rollercoasters
KISS drummer Eric Singer tells Dallas to get ready for 'Monster' show
Kiss and Motley Crue rock on at Pelham's Oak Mountain Amphitheatre
29 countries on the Kiss Kruise II
KISS’ Own Hype and Marketing Hurts Release of New Single – Dropping The Needle Podcast
Tommy Thayer of Kiss holds PDX fundraiser
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August 1, 2012
NEWS AT AMAZON
While infos concerning the "Monster" album and how many and which tracks (or bonus tracks) it will contain are still uncertain, all infos on the "Destroyer Resurrected" release are now available.
A German version with censored logo of "Destroyer Resurrected" on CD can be pre-ordered at Amazon Germany. It will be released on August 17, 2012.


There will also be a German print of the vinyl-version with censored logo. It will be released on August 24, 2012 and can be pre-ordered at Amazon Germany.


The LP and CD with original logo will be released on August 21, 2012 and can be pre-ordered at Amazon USA:


The "Grestest Hits Volume 1" dardcover-comic was supposed to come out on August 7, 2012, but the pre-orders for the comic book at Amazon USA have already been shipped. The hardcover comic-book is currently available at Amazon USA with a 44% discount.


New at Amazon USA: the Mini Wacky Wobbler set

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August 1, 2012
KISS NEWS
Kiss reveals track list for upcoming album, "Monster"
"Monster" has more feeling, less "cockmanship"
Videos: Kiss live in Pelham last night
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August 1, 2012
NEW SONGBOOK
There is a new Japanese Best-of songbook available. More infos in the eBay auction:

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