There comes a time when a fan finds a want to create and give a gift to their favourite band for no more of a reason than to have hopes that the gift is enjoyed by the band. Sadly, no one really knows what happens to the gift after you give them, but this time, I knew! Here is what happened.

Back in July 26, 2011, I had KISS meet and greet tickets at Casino Rama, Ontario and decided to both give a gift and to have the band sign a copy for me to keep. But what to give? I thought the best gift would be a photo I took from the front row at the Molson Canadian Amphitheatre, Toronto KISS show back in 2010 of Gene making funny faces It was difficult to choose just one photo as they were all quite unique. The best resolve was to create a five pose collage, of sorts, of Gene and then print off two 8 x 10 photos, putting one in a nice black frame (making sure to put my name and address on the back). I called the photo, and very original it was, my “Multi-Gene” photo.

July 26, 2011 Casino Rama KISS meet and greet I was nervous and ecstatic as I waited to present my photo gift to Gene. When it was time for the band to do the rounds and meet with the fans, I presented my gift and asked if he would like to have a copy to keep. Gene stopped, looked at it and then said, “Yes, please.” I asked him to sign a copy for me, of which he gladly did then posed for a photo with me. At this point I was glowing with excitement that I actually presented and Gene accepted my gift.

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KISSonline is back from the KISS Kruise, and now that we’re not hindered by a slow 11K satellite internet connection, we’ve got lot of great video to share with you! Check out “Take Me” and “Comin’ Home” from the first night’s show, and “Getaway” from KISS’ second night concert!

Talking Metal will broadcast live tonight from 7 to 10pm on TalkingMetal.com Listeners can tune into the program by using the Live 365 stream A player. Scheduled live guests include Militia from Judas Priestess, Bebe Buell, Chris Black from High Spirits and Ace Frehley.

Ace will be discussing his book and upcoming tour.

“Gene Simmons Family Jewels” fans have been waiting for the two night wedding event of “KISS” front man and Shannon Tweed. The day is here and at 9pm on Monday night October 17th and Tuesday night October 18th, the wedding gets underway after 28 years of being together.

This televised wedding has not been without its controversy from critics saying it was nothing more of a publicity stunt. Even their oldest child Nick Simmons has come out to defend Gene and Shannon’s wedding as being the real thing and not a publicity scam.

With Gene Simmons as the groom, you know this will be no ordinary wedding. This nontraditional wedding event starts with their family dog walking down the aisle ahead of Shannon. He of course was the ring bearer.

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“Gene Simmons Family Jewels” fans have been waiting for the two night wedding event of “KISS” front man and Shannon Tweed. The day is here and at 9pm on Monday night October 17th and Tuesday night October 18th, the wedding gets underway after 28 years of being together.

This televised wedding has not been without its controversy from critics saying it was nothing more of a publicity stunt. Even their oldest child Nick Simmons has come out to defend Gene and Shannon’s wedding as being the real thing and not a publicity scam.

With Gene Simmons as the groom, you know this will be no ordinary wedding. This nontraditional wedding event starts with their family dog walking down the aisle ahead of Shannon. He of course was the ring bearer.

“KISS” was there and entertained the wedding guests with a few of their favorite tunes in a very rare performance out of costume! Yes, “KISS” just looked like a bunch of old guys rocking out, the mystique was gone, but if you close your eyes, they’ve never been better.

One source of friction seen on and off since Gene has asked for Shannon’s hand on bended knee was his ability to stay loyal to her. While he says he can and will the problem lies with Shannon, who still has her doubts. They talk about it and they somehow come to an agreement as they do end up as man and wife.

Fans of “Gene Simmons Family Jewels” can catch this two-night wedding event on A&E at 9pm both Monday and Tuesday night.

From: Hartford Examiner
by Roz Zurko

At first glance, the thought of KISS on a cruise ship seems tongue-in-cheek.

But when the first KISS Kruise launched Friday from Miami, it was all business: rocking ‘n’ rolling all night, wearing black and white face paint, and of course sticking your tongue out just like the wet carpet of KISS bassist Gene Simmons.

It’s like being surrounded by 2,000 Venus flytraps.

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As if KISS couldn’t get any better.

Last night, KISS took to the stage again, bringing another smashing set of KISS classics and favorites to their devoted fans on the KISS Kruise. Performing in a 1500-seat theater aboard the Destiny, there was no pyro, no bombs, and no fire… but the show was hotter than hell. With the band up close and in such an intimate space, fans enjoyed another memorable evening of music and fun. Continue reading →

It was the KISS concert that every die-hard has been dreaming of for ages.

Last night, KISS performed their first full-makeup show on the KISS Kruise, thrilling fans with a set list of KISS favorites that haven’t been heard live in years, and in some cases, in decades. The show opened with “Room Service,” launching into “Two Timer” and a rockin” version of “Comin’ Home,” which Paul guaranteed the crowd that aside from the Unplugged shows, had never been played live in its original form before this show. Other concert standouts included “Take Me,” “All The Way,” and an electrifying “Rock Bottom.”

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This Sunday is the annual Making Strides against Breast Cancer walk in Point Pleasant New Jersey. The walk starts at 10am so be there early to walk with Peter for this good cause. It’s looking like good weather, so it should be a good time! If you can’t make it, you can still participate and donate whatever you can. It doesn’t have to be a lot, just give what you can – every little bit helps.

We’ll see you there!

Info on walk and how to donate is HERE