Kiss
Formed: 1972
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Last Known Status: Active
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Note: We began associating news directly with bands in late 2003. Therefore, earlier band news may not be listed on this page.
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Art Guitar Announce Ozzy And Kiss Designs
ArtGuitar, a leading designer of innovative custom paint and technology for guitars, along with licensing partner Signatures Network, announced today it will offer two exclusive designs featuring heavy metal pioneer OZZY OSBOURNE for its limited edition AG RiffMaster Guitar Controller. In addition, ArtGuitar unveiled three new designs from iconic rock band KISS to add to its guitar controller portfolio.
"We create detailed designs featuring iconic rock artists that you simply can't find anywhere else, and we're thrilled to add OZZY OSBOURNE to our guitar controller portfolio," stated Steve Spurgeon, CEO of ArtGuitar. "The AG RiffMaster Guitar Controller truly customizes the rock experience and our customers now have 16 limited edition designs to choose from."
The AG RiffMaster Guitar Controller is a genuine life-size Peavey guitar modified for play with guitar-based music videogames on the Playstation2 computer entertainment system and is exclusively available online at www.artguitar.com. Its elegant glossy finish offers a sleek professional feel, while the custom design showcases an incredible crisp image of rock icons, ideal for display. In addition to the newly announced OZZY OSBOURNE and KISS designs, ArtGuitar also offers exclusive images from PANTERA and LYNYRD SKYNYRD in its guitar controller portfolio.
ArtGuitar is best known for its patented process that digitally paints images onto real guitars, transforming the instruments into collectible masterpieces. Using the same state-of-the-art technology, ArtGuitar and Peavey are bringing exclusive, limited edition designs to a guitar controller for the first time. To pre-order the AG RiffMaster Guitar Controller or learn more about ArtGuitar please visit www.ArtGuitar.com.
ArtGuitar, based in Niwot, CO, specializes in custom artwork for electric and acoustic guitars. Its patented process uses a quality paint finish to lay original images onto each guitar, transforming the instrument into a true masterpiece. ArtGuitar designs are currently available for customized guitars from Peavey, Fender and Gibson. The company also pioneered the world's first videogame guitar controller crafted from a genuine guitar with the introduction of the limited edition AG RiffMaster Guitar Controller.
Arch Enemy Post Kiss Cover of 'The Oath' Online
The Japanese version of ARCH ENEMY's new album, Rise Of The Tyrant, features the exclusive bonus track of the band's cover of KISS' 'The Oath' (from KISS' 1981 concept album Music From The Elder). Check it out at this location.
Kiss To Play Australian Grand Prix 2008
KISSNews.de is reporting that in a new interview, vocalist/guitarist PAUL STANLEY has revealed that KISS will play the Melbourne Grand Prix 2008, and that they will be touring in Australia and New Zealand in March, 2008.
Stay tuned for further updates on this situation.
As previously reported, Paul has the following Atlanta Wentworth Gallery appearances scheduled this weekend:
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
"Kissology 3" Details Announced
KISSOnline.com reports:
"KISSology Vol. 3: 1992-2000 in stores December 18th!
This is the biggest... the baddest... the most incredible of them all...
The third installment of the multi-platinum, hugely successful KISSolog Series. KISS is back with their biggest statement to date - nearly TEN hours of KISS live on stage.
KISSology Vol. 3 also features - MTV's Unplugged performance, including songs that didn't make it into the broadcast or CD version! Plus, a behind the scenes documentary shot during rehearsals and back stage - never before seen!
And we teased this on KISSology Vol. 1 - the much heralded Queens, NY Coventry Show from December, 1973 - the band's first ever concert filmed in make up in its entirety!
KISSology Vol. 3: 1992-2000 has been super-expanded to four DVD's - nearly TEN HOURS of KISS live and on stage! Includes over 100 live performances, commentary from Paul, Gene, Bruce Kulick & Tommy Thayer as well as a 20 page full color booklet!
Five concerts included: Detroit - 1992, Detroit - 1996, Los Angeles - 1998, New Jersey - 2000 and Queens, NY - 1973.
One version of the release will feature a FIFTH BONUS DISC of KISS' performance at the KROQ Weenie Roadt on June 15th, 1996. Tracks include: 'Deuce', 'Love Gun', 'Calling Dr. Love', 'Firehouse', 'Shock Me', '100,000 Years', 'Detroit Rock City', 'Black Diamond' and 'Rock and Roll All Nite'."
Just For Fun
Gene Simmons' Sky High Misfire
Richard Johnson of The New York Post's "Page Six" reports: "Gene Simmons is still a pick-up artist, but his moves aren't working as well as they did when KISS ruled the radio. A fellow first-class passenger aboard Wednesday's American Airlines flight 114 from LAX to Newark saw Simmons pass a note to a tall, blond stewardess before takeoff. 'Later, I overheard the flight attendants talk about what he wrote in the note — 'Would you like to get together???' with three question marks.' The move misfired. 'I guess he failed to notice the wedding band on her left hand,' said our witness. 'Other than that he seemed like a pleasant passenger.' Simmons lives in Beverly Hills with Playboy Playmate Shannon Tweed."
Florida Kiss Fan Expo Announced
KISSonline.com is reporting:
"The Florida KISS Expo is back - Sunday, November 4th in Kissimmee. Special guests Bruce Kulick and Dale "The Demon" Torborg will be available for autographs and photos. Bruce will also be performing many of his classic KISS guitar solos live!
KISS merchandise and collectibles will be on sale throughout the day and KISSONLINE will be attending the expo too!
The 2007 Florida KISS Expo:
Sunday November 4th from
1:00PM to 7:00PM (2:00PM for VIP holders)
Holiday Inn Main Gate East
5711 W. U.S. Hwy 192
Kissimmee, Florida 34746
Gene Simmons Announces New "Secret Project"
KISS bassist/vocalist GENE SIMMONS has issued the following update:
"This is a foto (pictured at left) taken of yours truly rehearsing with a new, secret band for a one of a kind event... which we plan on shooting for our Gene Simmons Family Jewels show.
When and where "the event" will take place, MIGHT be announced here in the near future. And, if you can, you may want to attend. This is some of the coolest stuff I've ever been involved in.
It rocks. I have deliberately left out fotos of "the band" for a number of reasons. Stay tuned."
Gene Simmons Family Jewels Season 2 Wraps Up
The Season 2 finale of Gene Simmons Family Jewels will be aired on A&E this Sunday August 19th at 9:00pm ET.
Today, Friday August 17th, A&E will discount the Gene Simmons Family Jewels Collector’s Edition DVD set by 50%. This 3-disc set is regularly priced at $44.95, but for one week only, A&E will sell it for just $22.48. If you buy the set during August 17th and August 22nd, you will get $10 towards your next purchase.
The set includes:
Gene Simmons Family Jewels Complete Season One two-disc DVD set, the rare pilot episode, BIOGRAPHY: Gene Simmons - a feature length DVD presentation, unseen couch interviews, and much more! An exclusive music CD featuring two previously unreleased, never-before-heard songs from the man himself - Rain Keeps Fallin' and You're My Reason For Living.
Get 50% off Gene Simmons Family Jewels Collector set, and a $10 coupon for your next purchase.
Metal Gets Its Due On Massive Rhino Boxed Set
Heavy metal fans will be banging their heads in delight this fall with the release of Rhinos's "Heavy Metal Box," due Oct. 2. The four-disc, 70-song set boasts classic tracks from Iron Maiden, Judas Priest, Motorhead and Slayer, among dozens of others.
Arranged chronologically from 1968 to 1991, the compilation also boasts hits from bands like Deep Purple, Metallica, Black Sabbath, Iron Butterfly, Pantera, Alice Cooper, Venom, Testament, Rush and Megadeth; the project will be packaged in a box resembling a Marshall guitar amp.
The liner notes will include extensive photos, track commentary and interviews with Ronnie James Dio and Lita Ford.
Here is the track list for "The Heavy Metal Box": More...
Gene Simmons Dismmises "I'm A Celebrity..." Rumour
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has shot down reports that he has signed up for the next installment of the British jungle survival series "I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!".
The Daily Star reported over the weekend that producers expected Simmons to spice up the jungle with his outrageous opinions and bad-boy antics.
It was rumored that Gene would be joined in Australia by former supermodel Janice Dickinson and TV psychic Sally Morgan when the show returns later this year.
However, in a posting on his official web site, Gene stated about the reports that he will take part in the "I'm A Celebrity" series: "Don't believe what you read. None of this is true."
Gene Simmons To Be On "I'm A Celebrity..."?
Digital Spy reports that KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has signed up for the next installment of the British jungle survival series "I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!", according to a report today.
The Daily Star claims that producers expect Simmons to spice up the jungle with his outrageous opinions and bad-boy antics.
Simmons is no stranger to reality TV; he has previously starred in Channel 4's "Rock School", which saw him turning a class of youngsters into a rock group.
It is rumored that Gene will be joined in Australia by former supermodel Janice Dickinson and TV psychic Sally Morgan when the show returns later this year.
Gene Simmons Discusses Himself... Again
Allison Kugel of PR.com recently conducted an interview with KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons. A few excerpts from the chat follow:
PR.com: Since you seem to be the ultimate entrepreneur, when you started KISS, when you co-founded KISS I should say, was it simply a means to an end for you?
Gene Simmons: It always is and always will be, because rock n' roll is home to people who would otherwise be asking the next person if they'd like some fries with that.
PR.com: Well, that's if you're successful at it…
Gene Simmons: What I meant was that if it wasn't for rock n' roll you'd be at McDonalds because the people who inhabit the world of popular music can't do anything. They have no skills, and we fall into this kind of business that reacts to charisma. We're not the best singers, and we're not the best dancers. Very few people… I mean, Prince is an exception, but … nobody can read or write music. We're all just self-taught and we do what we do, and that's sort of it.
PR.com: Did you have a passion for music? More...
Gene Simmons Gives Simmonsisms
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons recently shared his top 10 Simmons-isms with Spinner.com. The top five nuggets follow:
5. On how Americans don't know how good they have it:
"When people come as an immigrant — [as I did] myself — we're shocked at how pampered and spoiled everybody is, which is really to say you live in the land of milk and honey and you don't realize that the rest of the world isn't a nice place."
4. On why rappers are more rock & roll than rock & rollers:
"So if the white boys ... all want to look like Kurt Cobain, then the public goes to rap stars, who sing about getting laid all the time. None of them sing about getting married, 'cause the male of the species doesn't want to."
3. On his disdain for anti-war protesters:
"What we did to our veterans of Vietnam was just the lowest form, and America should be ashamed of itself — and every crackhead who tried to burn the flag, I wish I could get them in my sights in front of a baseball bat."
2. On why it doesn't make sense for Jews to be pacifists:
"You can take a humanistic point of view: You don't have the right to take a human life. That's fine, but then you can't complain when your whole family is wiped out at Auschwitz. And my family almost was. And for Jews, especially in America, to be pacifists is astonishing.
1. On his own greatness:
"While all the rock stars, the few that are remaining, they're in bands, I'm the only brand, baby. No matter how big Mick Jagger or U2 is, there are no ROLLING STONES or U2 comic books or Visa cards."
Kiss Unleashing Second Volume Of "Kissology"
Billboard.com reports that Kiss will follow up its wildly successful 2006 DVD box set, "Kissology: Volume One, 1974-1977," on Aug. 14 with a second volume chronicling 1978-1991 via VH1 Classic Records.
"It's fantastic that 'Volume One' of 'Kissology' has done huge numbers, but does it surprise me? No, not at all," Kiss guitarist Tommy Thayer commented. "This is Kiss in its early raw form, four guys with the hunger and fire, aspiring to take on the world. All this great footage is finally available and it's exciting."
"Volume Two" will be comprised of three DVDs and a fourth disc that will vary by retailer. The first disc will feature a news special on the band from 1978 and an infamous 1979 interview with Tom Snyder, with other elements still pending, according to Kiss' Web site.
One of the more intriguing features in the set is "Kiss in Attack of the Phantoms" on disc one, the previously unseen European theatrical version of the 1978 cult classic film known in the U.S. as "Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park."
The second disc shows Kiss in transition, as it features the last promo video to with original drummer Peter Criss ("Shandi"). His replacement, Eric Carr, is behind the kit for a complete November 1980 concert at Australia's Sydney Showground. Also included are the only live renditions of material from the strangest studio album to bear the Kiss logo, "(Music From) The Elder," taped on the late-night show "Fridays" in 1982.
Disc three chronicles Kiss' comeback via a mammoth outdoor gig in Rio de Janeiro from June 1983, one of its last in makeup. Also included is Kiss' infamous "unmasking" on MTV from later that year, a handful of performances from the Lick It Up and Crazy Nights tours and a full 1990 show from Detroit.
Asked why "Volume 2" doesn't include any complete shows from the Lick It Up or Asylum tours, Thayer explains, "We chose the best songs from those concerts. Remember, the 'Volume Two' DVD is over seven hours long and from tour to tour, many of the same songs are played, so you have to pick the choice songs and moments without being too repetitive. When you create a DVD package there are time considerations -- you can only physically put so much on a DVD disc, and each volume of 'Kissology' is designed in advance to be a three-disc set."
Gene Simmons Not Letting Terrorism Affect Plans
Tom Campbell of Times-Dispatch reports that like other travelers at the Richmond airport yesterday, rock star Gene Simmons of KISS seemed unconcerned about security after recent scares in London and Glasgow.
Simmons was in Richmond over the weekend because the IndyCar Series was in town. His company, Simmons Abramson Marketing, promotes IndyCar racing. The SunTrust Indy Challenge ran Saturday night at Richmond International Raceway.
"I had no concern at all [about flying] because of Homeland Security," Simmons said between rounds of posing for photos with fans.
U.S. airports have been at the "orange" threat level, the second-highest on the government's five-level scale, since August 2006, when police in the United Kingdom said they foiled a plot to blow up aircraft bound for the U.S.
Simmons said he does not complain about extra security measures imposed on airport travelers — even travelers who fly in private or corporate jets. He sidestepped saying whether he was flying commercial from Richmond International Airport yesterday.
He said the war on terrorism is a war of ideas that will last decades, and that it will not end with the death or capture of Osama bin Laden.
"This is a worldwide fight for the minds of Muslim youth," he said.
"I'm a big proponent of the idea that in time of war some individual rights have to be curtailed, and this is a time of war," Simmons said. "I was born in Israel, although I consider America my home. When you come from a small country like that where you're surrounded by people who bear you ill will," you understand drastic measures sometimes must be taken.
Gene Simmons Comic To Debut At ComicCon
KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has posted this message on his official website:
I am holding in my sweaty hands, the debut of our Simmons Comics Group and, in particular, our first title: 'Gene Simmons House Of Horrors #1'. Our friends and partners at IDW PUB, Chris Ryall, Ted Adams and Thomas Waltz really delivered the goods. Great writers/artists and terrific layout.
Young Nick Simmons has his first published work, 'The Child'. We will debut 'Gene Simmons House Of Horrors' and our other titles: 'Zipper', 'Dominatrix' and 'Indy - Race of the Galaxies', as well as Nick's self-written/self-drawn 'Skullduggery' (IDW Publishing) at Comicon in San Diego on July 27 and 28.
We will also bring our 'Gene Simmons Family Jewels' TV crew to film the festivities. If you're there, come on over and get your mug on TV. We'd love to see you.
Meantime, (though we're still setting it up), if you want to learn more, including how you can subscribe and/or send emails, you can always use our Simmons Comics Group.
Thanks for making our Gene Simmons Moneybag/Dussault Custom Ink line a monster. And, we want you to know that both Jason Dussault (my partner on the venture) and I appreciate your support and we are listening. If you want changes, have suggestions, let us know.
Meanwhile, shortly you will see some real kick-ass leather goods coming... shoulder bags, wallets, belts, bracelets... cool stuff... all with my trademarked 'moneybag' logo. Coming soon."
Lion's Share Confirmed For Magic Circle Festival
LION'S SHARE confirmed for Germany's MAGIC CIRCLE FESTIVAL with MANOWAR, GAMMA RAY etc on July 7 in Bad Arolsen, Germany.
The LION'S SHARE's video for the song "The Edge of the Razor" has been posted at YouTube.
The track, which features a guest solo from ex-KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick, comes off the Swedish melodic metal band's long-awaited comeback album, "Emotional Coma", due on June 15 via AFM Records. More...
Poison to Release New Album
Poison is back with a brand new album of their favorite rock covers entitled, "POISON’D!", featuring all the original members, Brett Michaels, Bobby Dall, C.C. Deville, and Rikki Rocket. "POISON'D!" presents the band’s first new studio recordings since 2002’s "Hollyweird".
Produced by Don Was at Hensen Recording Studios in Hollywood, "POISON’D!" includes 13 tracks, including new recordings of David Bowie’s “Suffragette City,” The Cars’ “You’re Just What I Needed,” The Romantics’ “What I Like About You,” Sweet’s “Little Willy,” The Marshall Tucker Band’s “Can’t You See” and The Rolling Stones’ “Dead Flowers.”
Some of Poison’s previously recorded covers are also featured on "POISON’D!", including Kiss’ “Rock and Roll All Nite,” Grand Funk Railroad’s “We’re An American Band” and Loggins & Messina’s “Your Mama Don’t Dance.”
“Poison is one of the greatest rock ‘n roll bands in the world and, after 20 years, they can slam better than ever", says POISON’D! producer Don Was. “They’re powerful musicians and very cool guys. We had a lot of fun making this album and I think you can hear it in the grooves - it’s got the jive and is truly alive! I urge everyone to listen to it!”
In support of the album Poison will be touring through out the U.S. with Ratt and White Lion as previously reported.
Lion's Share Post Two New Songs Online
Swedish melodic metal masters LION'S SHARE have posted two new songs from their long-awaited comeback album "Emotional Coma" at their MySpace page. "The Edge of the Razor", features guest solos from ex-KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick and will be the first video from the CD, which is scheduled for release on June 15 via AFM Records. Sweden Rock Festival attendees will be able to buy the CD early during the band's signing session at the event on June 7 at 5:30 p.m. (Lion's Share live on stage 4-5 PM). You can preorder the album here.
According to a press release, "Emotional Coma" is "the heaviest and most powerful LION'S SHARE record to date" and it features guest appearances by Kulick, Glen Drover (MEGADETH) and Mats Levén (THERION, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN). The band features guitar player and founding member Lars Chriss, along with vocalist Patrik Johansson (ASTRAL DOORS, WUTHERING HEIGHTS), bass player Sampo Axelsson (GLENN HUGHES) and well-known session drummer Richard Evensand (CHIMAIRA, SOILWORK, THERION).
Here is the "Emotional Coma" track listing:
01. Cult of Denial
02. The Arsonist
03. Emotional Coma (feat. Glen Drover)
04. Clones of Fate
05. The Edge of the Razor (feat. Bruce Kulick)
06. Toxication Rave
07. Trafficking
08. Bloodstained Soil
09. Soultaker
10. Hatred's My Fuel
11. Sorcerers (ANGEL WITCH cover)
12. Ring of Stupidity (bonus track for Japan and digipak)
LION'S SHARE has lined up the following shows:
June 01 - Fjongstock Festival - Sundsvall, Sweden
June 7 - Sweden Rock Festival - Sölvesborg, Sweden
June 29 - Mälarrocken Festival - Västerås, Sweden
Aug. 17 - Metal Heart - Notodden, Norway
Lion's Share To Film "The Edge Of The Razor" Video
Swedish heavy metal masters LION'S SHARE will film a video for the song "The Edge of the Razor" on April 15 in Stockholm. The track features a guest solo from Bruce Kulick (KISS), and comes off the group's comeback album, "Emotional Coma," which is scheduled for release on June 15 through AFM Records. You can check out the cover artwork at lionsshare.org.
According to a press release, "Emotional Coma" is "the heaviest and most powerful LION'S SHARE record to date" and it features guest appearances by Kulick, Glen Drover (MEGADETH) and Mats Levén (THERION, YNGWIE MALMSTEEN). The band features guitar player and founding member Lars Chriss, along with vocalist Patrik Johansson (ASTRAL DOORS, WUTHERING HEIGHTS), bass player Sampo Axelsson (GLENN HUGHES) and well-known session drummer Richard Evensand (CHIMAIRA, SOILWORK, THERION).
As previously reported, here is the "Emotional Coma" track listing: More...
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