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From: KISSonline
Posted: July 4, 2009
Our new album (title of which you'll just have to wait a bit longer for) is just a few steps from being completely done. We're planning on re-visiting one of the eleven songs, to make sure it's gotten everything it deserves. Maybe re-arranging it one last time. Then, time to mix.
The entire writing and recording process of the album harkened back to an earlier, more innocent time. A time that produced albums such as ROCK AND ROLL OVER and LOVE GUN. And, the new songs have that feeling, I have to say.
It all started with a point of view Paul had. The view had to do with ignoring the times, ignoring the critics, not over thinking who and what we are...and that we had nothing to prove to anyone....nothing. We have been releasing albums and touring for 35 years and why wouldn't we want to do an "honest" record. Just do it!!! And, he wanted to produce the album himself!!!
While it's true in the past we had produced KISS records together. And we had both produced other acts outside of KISS. But here was Paul saying he wanted to shoulder the responsibility and burden of steering the good ship KISS on his own.
He was serious. And, I saw it was real. I saw the commitment he was going to make to the album and the band... and I agreed. We all trusted each other and saw the same vision of the band...and perhaps democracy is overrated...and sooner or later, someone had to decide.
And I will tell you here and now, he's done a great job.
From: RockPages.gr
Posted: July 4, 2009
We continue our KISS special feature with the 31st interview of a KISS-related figure. This week, Victor Stabin, the famous artist of the excellent "Unmasked" cover. Here's an excerpt:
Rockpages.gr: In comparison with your previous artworks, how different was the KISS cover?
Victor Stabin: It was a little bit different, but mainly it was slightly different techniques...I'd say, a little bit different.
Rockpages.gr: Did you have the chance to meet a member of KISS?
Victor Stabin: I met Gene, Paul and Ace.
Rockpages.gr: What was the impression that they gave you?
Victor Stabin: Gene was really into the whole project…he had a broad understanding of the comic history, he was very articulate and he seemed to be the one who was really interested in the KISS business side of things. Ace and Paul were there...they checked out the drawing and they were observing over the whole thing...see what's going on, you know...
Read the full interview at: http://www.rockpages.gr/standard.aspx?type=13&sub=K&lang=EN
From: Cincinnati.com
Posted: July 3, 2009
Critter Smith flew on an airplane for the first time June 27.
"It was awesome taking off and looking out the window at how high we were," he said.
But that was nothing compared to what was waiting for him and his mom, Carol, after they landed in Milwaukee.
They were flown there as guests of KISS, one of the world's most famous rock-n-roll bands, for a concert that night.
Critter got to meet the band - Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Eric Singer and Tommy Thayer - before the show, take pictures during the show and returned home with a stash of memorabilia almost too big to carry.
From: AceFrehley.com
Posted: July 3, 2009
Here is commercial announcing the release date for Ace Frehley's Anomaly!
The wait is finally over, the anticipation is over, the date is upon us...
From: Forest Grove News-Times
Posted: July 2, 2009
The Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club will be the place to be on Aug. 2-3 as the stars come out for the third Pacific University Legends Golf Classic, hosted by Tommy Thayer.
The KISS lead guitarist will welcome another star-studded cast for an exciting two days of dinner, entertainment and golf in support of Pacific University’s 20-sport intercollegiate athletics program.
Over its first two years, the Legends Golf Classic has raised over $250,000 for Pacific, benefiting both student-athletes and the general student population.
Thayer will headline an exciting group of celebrities from the worlds of golf, music, entertainment and sports.
From: KISSonline.com
Posted: June 30, 2009
Alright Myrtle Beach! You Wanted the Best, You Got the Best!
The KISS Coffeehouse 3rd Anniversary Party will be an all day and night rock & roll party featuring very special guest, KISS drummer Eric Singer. With the new KISS album being released in the fall, this will be a great opportunity to meet with Eric and ask him questions about the new record, his song and the tour.
Fans purchasing the Double Platinum package will also receive a message from Eric (his Audiograph!), recorded especially for you while you meet with him. This message will be downloaded onto the KISS Coffeehouse recordable keychain and will become the ultimate collectible! Eric's personal Audiograph will also be saved digitally and will be emailed to each fan within one week of the event.
All photos taken with Eric will also be available for download within a week of the event on Flickr. We'll email everyone the link when the photos are up!
KISSONLINE will be onsite and a KISS Tribute band will keep things rolling through the nite!
We hope to see you all on August 1st!
Tickets are on sale now at www.kisscoffeehouse.com.
KISS Full-Face Masks
From: KISSmuseum.com
Posted: July 1, 2009
Just released today - The last addition to the long line of recent KISS Halloween Costumes. Unlike the KISS Half-Masks that were released recently from the same company, the Full-Face Masks fit completely over the head and neck and have realistic hair attached to the scalp. Thick, sturdy rubber construction. Interestingly enough, the eyes are rubber as well, with slits above the eyeballs for the wearer to see out. Adult sizes only and we have them in stock and ready to ship today!
KISS Full-Face Masks - $38.99 at KISSmuseum.com
From: Slam Sports
Posted: June 30, 2009
The original God of Thunder will be on hand at the upcoming Honda Indy Toronto.
Gene Simmons, bassist/vocalist for classic rock stalwarts KISS, has been named grand marshal for the July 12 race, organizers announced Monday.
Simmons, who co-founded KISS