March 29, 2006
NEW ALICE COOPER DVD FEATURING ERIC SINGER
The new Alice Cooper DVD "Live at Montruex 2005" will be released on May 29th, 2006 where you will be able to see Eric Singer on the drums as well.   

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March 29, 2006
KISS AUCTIONS ON EBAY LIVE
(from eBay)
Original Kiss cover art painting for Marvel Comics Super Special with graded CGC copy of the same issue. Painted by Alan Weiss and Gray Morrow, this wonderful artwork, accomplished with mixed media, was for the wrap-around cover of Marvel Comics Super Special #1, issued in September 1977. Housed in a custom frame, measuring 39 in. x 31 1/2 in. Also includes a 9.6 graded CGC copy of the issue. It is said that the ink used to print the issue contained drops of the band members' blood! A terrific piece, ready for display. $8,000 - $10,000


Gene Simmons/Paul Stanley/Ace Frehley/Peter Criss silver lame screen-worn hooded cloak from Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park. (Hanna-Barbera, 1978) Silver lame hooded cloak, custom-made and worn by Gene/Paul/Ace/Peter in the production of Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park. From the estate of Kiss producer Sean Delaney. $2,000 - $3,000


These and other auctions start here on March 31st at 12.00 PST.
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March 27, 2006
LEGENDS OF HEAVY METAL & ROCK (3 DVD-SET)
A new 3 DVD set is now available featuring Kiss: Legends of Heavy Metal & Rock
content:
DVD 1: KISS: founding members Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons talk about KISS. KISS Forever: a look into the KISS-machinery. Poison: Dokumentation about the probably most famous Glam-Rock Band of the 80s. White Lion: Dokumentation about one of the most successful Hard-Rock-Bands of the 80s.
DVD 2: Scorpions: Dokumentation about the successful German Rock-Export. Def Leppard: This DVD takes a look at the success and the flops of a Band, which is making Rock History for 25 years. Slaughter: Dokumentation about the Band of the 80s. Damn Yankees: Portrait of the Platinum-Act. DVD 3: Bon Jovi: Dokumentation about the Band of Pop-Metal. Anthrax: Dokumentation including a deep look behind the scenes of one of the greatest Rock-Bands. Skid Row: Portrait about the Hair-Metal-Band.

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March 23, 2006
KISS #76 OF THE BIGGEST ROCKSTARS
According to the ultimate Chartshow on RTL broadcasted today, Kiss are at # 76 of the biggest Rockstars in Germany. With 4 albums in the German Top 10 Kiss did not make it into the Top 50 Charts, which is dominated by English bands. The Rolling Stones had 22 albums in the Top 10, which was good enough for # 4. With 42 weeks at #1 in the German Charts, Deep Purple are at # 1. Click here to see the full charts.
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March 22, 2006
"MISHEARD LYRICS"
Some lyrics may get misheard, and the mistake is really funny. For example: from "Deuce":
"Honey, don't push your man behind his years!" was misheard as "Honey, don't wash your man behind his ears!". Some real funny misheard Kiss lyrics can be found here. 
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March 22, 2006
THE ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME NEEDS TO KISS ASS
(from Seth A Kahaian)
Hi,
Below is a link to an article that I wrote that was published in a local newspaper. Thought you would like it
http://peoplespressonline.com/PDFs/8-L.jpg
Thanks,
Seth A Kahaian
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March 20, 2006
"ROCK THE NATION" DVD IN JAPAN
April 19th is the release date for the "Rock the nation" DVD in Japan. The first pressing includes a Bonus CD including "King of the nighttime world", "All the way" and "Psycho Circus".
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March 19, 2006
CRISTINE SIXTEEN TRIBUTE CD
The Christine Sixteen Tribute CD can noe be pore-order here. You can also hear 8 samples of songs from the album right here.
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March 17, 2006
GENE SIMMONS ON "WILD TUNNEL"  THIS SUNDAY
(from Speedtv.com)
Written by: SPEED Channel staff Charlotte, N.C. – 3/17/2006
Gene Simmons, co-founder of the band KISS and recent addition to the IndyCar Series marketing effort, will be a featured guest on Wind Tunnel this Sunday March 19th, at 9:00 p.m. ET.

As one of the most recognizable rock stars in history, Simmons and his marketing company have teamed up with the IRL with the intent of enhancing the series image and broadening the fan base. So how is he going to turn “I am Indy” into a household phrase? We’ll find out this Sunday.

Gene Simmons bring his...special perspective to his new role in IndyCar marketing. (LAT photo)
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March 15, 2006
KISS IN JAPAN
(from Kissonline.com)
KISS will tour Japan this summer with a select string of dates just officially announced:

July 18th Nagoya Rainbow Hall
July 20th Fukuoka Kokusai Center
July 22nd Tokyo Udo Festival
July 23rd Osaka Udo Festival

When asked to comment on the announcement, Paul Stanley replied "The invitation to headline these festivals and add a couple of additional shows was an invitation we wouldn't miss. KISS will be there with an arsenal of pride, power and pyro!"
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March 14, 2006
NEW ERIC CARR MUSIC
(from EricCarr.com)
This Exclusive EP will feature songs written and preformed by Eric Carr, & friends. Many are newly discovered. One song which, Eric wrote the lyrics for in 1991, has recently been completed and recorded, called " Elephant Man" The was the last song Eric wrote for Kiss, which he was go to present, to them, for consideration on the next album. Eric's lyrics were carefully combined with a heart warming heavy metal ballad melody, Music written by Nick Clemente ( photo to the left) & Bob GilMartin. Eric himself, would have loved the results if he were here today. There will also be a 1984 song written by Eric, which was presented to Kiss for Animalize, called Called "Midnight Stranger"
Written, by Carr and entirely preformed by Carr.

Plus! one of Eric's favorite songs, which he co-wrote with Gene Simmons and Adam Mitchell
called "DIAL L FOR LOVE" . Eric Carr would often refer to this song in interviews as one of his favorites. There will also be a never released Tiara demo. Want more? CD will also feature a complete song written and preformed by Eric Carr and Mitch Weissman, ( Mitch wrote many Kiss album songs. The song is called "The Troubles inside You" featuring Eric Carr on drums, guitars, & background vocals. Weissman on bass and lead vocals. There are many more surprises including Eric Carr singing an original 1967 song , acoustically (never released) and a 1973 TV interview, released in it's entirety. Watch ericcarr.com for the latest updates!
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March 14, 2006
ESP TO TOUR AUSTRALIA
(from Blabbermouth.net)
ESP (ERIC SINGER PROJECT), the band featuring Bruce Kulick (KISS, GRAND FUNK RAILROAD), Eric Singer (KISS, ALICE COOPER), John Corabi (MÖTLEY CRÜE, RATT) and Chuck Garric (ALICE COOPER, DIO), will be undertaking a short tour of Australia in April. Confirmed dates are as follows:

Apr. 19 - The Prince of Wales – Melbourne, AUS
Apr. 21 - The Marquee – Sydney, AUS
Apr. 22 - The Marquee - Sydney, AUS (date on hold)

ESP's setlist consists mainly of KISS hits and obscure KISS songs that have never before been played live, along with selections from MÖTLEY CRÜE, GRAND FUNK RAILROAD, ALICE COOPER and other classic rock bands.
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March 14, 2006
KISS TO TOUR IN JAPAN?
According to Kissfaq.com Gene Simmons appeared on The Adam Carolla Show and suggested that KISS will be touring in Japan in July, which was the reson, why they have never confirmed the 2 US shows. Just wondering, who's gonna be on the drums...
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March 12, 2006
ROCK THE NATION DVD
The "Rock the nation" DVD has been high in the Australian Top 10 charts since its release and has gone Gold in the meantime. According to Tommy Thayers website, the DVD will also be realeased in Japan in March with Bonus stuff. But the release has been delayed...
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March 11, 2006
ERIC SINGER INTERVIEW
Click here to read a recent interview with Eric Singer when he was in Athens playing with Alice Cooper in February.
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March 10, 2006
KISS CANCEL US GIGS TO TOUR OVERSEAS
(from Rock-fest.com)
Press Release - KISS

Chippewa Valley Music Festivals regretfully announces the cancellation of KISS for Rock Fest ’06.

We received an email from the agency that represents KISS informing us that KISS has decided to cancel our confirmed tour date, as well as another confirmed date in Michigan. It is our understanding that the band has decided to cancel these confirmed dates to tour overseas.

We have requested a confirmed date from KISS for 2007.

Chippewa Valley Music Festivals is diligently working to secure a headliner to fill this spot and it’s our hope to have a complete lineup announced shortly.
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March 7, 2006
KISS FOREVER BAND IN PLAYBOY
Hungary's standout KISS tribute band, KISS FOREVER, is featured in their country's March edition of PLAYBOY Magazine. Hungarian Playboy's editor-in-chief personally contacted KISS FOREVER to re-create the famed KISS Playboy issue of 1999. The full-color 12 page spread features the sexy rock 'n roll women of Hungary that are fans of KISS and KISS FOREVER for a hotter than hell issue!
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March 2, 2006
NEW SONGBOOK
There is a new songbook available at Amazon with Gene Simmons on the cover. More infos here.

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