Due to a scheduling conflict the planned 2002 Cincinnati KISS Expo has been canceled.

Now the good news:

INDY KISS EXPO Sunday October 6th 11am-6pm

Usually happens in February but due to the fact that Eric Singer will be in Indianapolis Oct. 6th, we have scheduled a KISS INDY EXPO. Expo favorites Mr. Speed and SSG will perform live. Eric will do a Q & A and hold autograph/photo sessions. Of course merchandise will be on sale thoughout the day. So if your like the rest of us and have been looking for a KISS fix in the INDY area - here it is!!! KISSFREAKS.com's webmaster Steve Stierwalt and Q95's Ace Cosby will share MC duties as well as host the costume and trivia contests!

INDY KISS EXPO will be held at the Holiday Inn Select, 3850 DePauw Blvd (the Pyramids), Indianapolis IN phone: 317-872-9790. Driving Directions - EXIT 27, I-465 & MICHIGAN ROAD (US 421) on the North West side of INDY.

Tickets are $16 in advance and $20 at the door (*kids 12 and under are FREE). You can order tickets through http://kissshop.com/kissexpo/ now or they should also be on sale through Ticketmaster starting the week of Sept. 9th. They will also be available at the door.

Every paid admission will enter you into a special drawing to win: Alice Cooper concert tickets (with Eric Singer on the Drums), or an Eric Singer Signature model Pearl Snare drum (valued at $750.00 and donated by Eric himself!). Eric will sign the snare and take a photo with you and the drum.

VIP SPECIAL LAMINATE OFFER - only $26 (sold in advance - only 125 will be sold)
Each VIP Laminate entitles you to: Admission to the expo: 1 hour early (a great opportunity to buy merchandise before it sells out), Collectible KISS EXPO laminate and FREE - set of four KISS bendies and a KISS Circus Act T-Shirt (L or XL) (a $35.99 value) - you will receive these items at the door. VIP Laminates are only available by calling 317-595-1108 or by going online at www.KISSEXPOS.com

Hotel rooms at the Holiday Inn are almost sold out and the available rate is high but there are many other hotels located less than 1 mile from the Holiday Inn that have reasonable rates for this date. So check them out: Signature Inn 317-875-5656, Red Roof Inn 317-872-3030, Wellesley Inn 317-879-9543, Farifield Inn 317-879-9100, Microtel 317-870-7765.

For more information please email: KISSEXPOS@aol.com or call 317-595-1108. Hope to see you there!!

KISS FREAKS NOTE: This is always the best KISS Expo! If you only want to attend one all year, make it this one. We always have a blast with the wild fans of Indianapolis!

Erik Emerson has sent another great cover in for download at KISS Freaks. Download and enjoy!
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Recently I picked up some rare and closeout KISS items. So I put together this special section on KISS Freaks to put these items up for sale. If you take a look at the prices, they are very good compared to what the KISS related shops sell them for. Most items are in short supply so order quick if you are interested before its gone!

Those people on the KISS Freaks Mailing List will be notified FIRST when we add new items. To join our email list type in your email address below then click Submit, then confirm when you receive our confirmation email. That's it!

Just a sample of a great deal. The KISS Camera which is a very rare item! And its only $12.99! Can't beat that. Every week we will add additional items so I can clear out these items. You can order online using credit card through PayPal. If you don't want to do that send me an email and we can work out other arrangements.
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From: KISSShop
KISS EXPO Cincinnati, OH (Sunday October 6, 2002 11 am to 6 pm) . . . At: Holiday Inn 3855 Hauck Rd (I - 275 at Rt 42 , Exit 46) Cincinnati (Sharonville) Call for KISS Expo hotel rate 513-563-8330.

Guests are KISS Drummer Eric Singer, Mr. Speed, and Kentucky's SSG. Eric Singer will do question and answers, photo and autograph sessions. There will be trivia and makeup contests. Dealers from around the US will be selling all KISS merchandise and collectables.

Tickets are $16.00 per adult in advance and $20.00 day of show. Children 12 and under free 1 per each paid adult. You may buy tickets at TICKETMASTER or save the service charge and buy here. We are also offering 125 special VIP Laminates - $26.00 each and includes: Early admission to the expo - 1 hour before doors open - so you can buy merchandise before it sells out. a CINCINNATI KISS EXPO collectors laminate and landyard a free set of KISS bendie figures and a Circus Act T-shirt (L or XL) (given to you at the door). You may only order the VIP Laminate by calling 317-595-1108 or on www.kissshop.com.

For more info or to order tickets over the phone call 317-595-1108. Please leave a message if we are not in and we WILL return your call. You can order online here. Keep Checking back for additional Information.

From: KISSShop
We have worked out a deal with the Summer Jam promoters to bring another great KISS related event to Indiana. Buy any priced ticket for the SUMMER JAM featuring Grand Funk Railroad and come hang out with Bruce Kulick from 6PM - 8PM. Bruce will be available for autographs and photos. After the signing you can see Bruce on lead guitar with Grand Funk!

Reserved seats are $15 and $20 or lawn seats for just $10 - (there is no charge for the meet and greet, you just need to buy a ticket to the show!!). Tickets are available from Ticketmaster. Hope we see a lot of KISS fans there!! The event is being held out side in downtown Muncie, IN.

From: Eric Cook
I have included 6 different wallpapers. I created these or scanned the images. There is one wallpaper that is quiet large and needs to be resized for the desktop. I hope you can use them and will consider placeing them on your site. Here's a run down of each one:

1. KISSimWP: this wallpaper was created from the online webisodes from a couple of years back.
2. DynastyFaces: This is the Dynasty Album Cover that I scanned in for myslef.
3. KISSCreatureFigures3: This is my favorite one of the ones that I did. I created this from the pictures of the upcoming figures from Todd McFarlane. This is the FIRST line of figures with Eric Carr, as the Fox.
4. 1024Immortals: Another wallpaper from the webisodes.
5. KISSlogan: This one I created for myself and have sent it to a few of my die-hard KISS friends.
6. SoloFaces: This should explain itself. Solo Album Covers.

Nuff said.
Thanks for your time,
Eric Cook AKA: Logan
KISSFREAK for Life

* Over-sized trade paperback (8 ½ " X 11")
* 288 pages on glossy Productolith stock
* Featuring over 175 color photographs from all eras of KISS’s history
* Billboard Books, an imprint of Watson-Guptill Publications
* ISBN: 0823083225
* Release Date: October 22, 2002

More than two months before its official release, KISS Alive Forever: The Complete Touring History is already being hailed as “The Holy Grail of KISS books.” This unauthorized look at the touring history of the most influential live concert act in rock explores the entire arc of KISS’s career, detailing every one of the band’s 1,810 performances.

Seven years in the making, KISS Alive Forever is the end result of exhaustive research by its authors Curt Gooch and Jeff Suhs, who reveal hundreds of previously unknown stories and facts about KISS herein. Exclusive interviews with over100 former KISS employees, friends, and even band members make KISS Alive Forever a thoroughly addictive, immersive experience. The already rich text is brought to life by the inclusion of over 175 color photographs, most of which have never been published before. For the first time, readers will be able to see the infamous 1974 photo shoot where Ace could apply only half of his KISS makeup, as well as several 1970s-era non-makeup shots.

KISS Alive Forever succeeds in deconstructing the myths behind KISS’s world-renowned concerts and lays bare the underlying story: the compelling tale of four young New York musicians who grew up to conquer the world of rock and left an indelible stamp on American pop culture.

Curt Gooch and Jeff Suhs, previously worked together on the officially licensed KISS Trivia Challenge CD-ROM game. The authors will be promoting KISS Alive Forever through personal appearances at KISS Expos and on their official Web site, www.kissaliveforever.com where seven excerpts from the book provide a glimpse of this unique masterpiece.

Advance, autographed copies of the book can be purchased directly from the authors at www.kissaliveforever.com

From: ukdazusa@yahoo.com
Hi! Steve Its Darren A. Winder. Just done another Kiss freak for you. This time its my fav.. model yep its Caprice Bourret as a kiss freak (see attachment). Hope
you like it as much as the last one.
See ya Daz.
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KISS Freaks Note: NICE!

From: Phil Elliott
2 weeks and counting.......till The 1st Annual Charlotte KISS Expo extravaganza weekend! The Expo is being held Sunday, August 25th @ The University Place Hilton (I-85, Exit 45A). Rooms are still available (but going quick!). 181 rooms SOLD already!
First, everyone's invited to the Gene Simmons Birthday Party (at the Hilton)
on Saturday night. Festivities start around 7pm and admission is FREE!
Now, onto THE EXPO! This is going to be such a HUGE inaugural KISS Expo that we know will amaze everyone in attendance! The guest list is unstoppable! Ex-KISS Lead Axeman (1984-1996) Bruce Kulick will be there all day signing, taking photos, performing a guitar clinic, and meeting and greeting the fans all day long! Then, we have two (2) of The Strongest Metal Vocalists from the 80's: Keel front man Ron Keel, and Dangerous Toys/SSIK front man Jason McMaster! Ron and Jason will both be displaying there strong pipes (on our stage), along with signing, taking photos, and meeting and greeting the fans all day long! Next, we have Ace Frehley's cousin John Hecht who'll be meeting and greeting the fans all day long, displaying some never before seen photos of Ace and himself from the early years, and John is even going to be selling a few KISS Guitars that he's acquired over the years! Look alike contests? Oh yeah! We have the best KISS look alikes coming in from all over! Come compete for cash prizes in three (3) category's (Male-Female-Kid)! How about Tribute Bands you say? We'll have not just one (1), but three (3) of the best KISS Tribute bands around!

From Lexington, Kentucky "SSG" will be performing a HOT set list of lesser known KISS and Ace Klassics! Next, from Charlotte, North Carolina comes a unique totally original concept to performing as a KISS Tribute band "KLOWN!" These guys are established local musicians, and major KISS fans that promise to impress the masses with their mesmerizing performance! And finally, from Louisville, Kentucky stomps The Headlining KISS Tribute Band "KISS ARMY" featuring the incredible sights and sounds of Paul (Brian Angel), Gene (Terry Theide), Peter (Steve Clark), and introducing Ace (Doug Gery)! Tell you more? Okay, tickets are just $12. (at the door-day of show)! We've already SOLD over 300 tickets, and expect a HUGE show of support from the Worldwide KISS ARMY! This is YOUR SHOW! Okay, Okay, how about Dealers? Is this gonna be one of those KISS functions where there's only a few dealers? HELL NO! When we assemble a KISS Expo, it's a MAJOR EVENT! We'll have well over 100 KISS Dealer tables with a "Jaw dropping" selection of both old and new KISS Collectables! Come let us show you all we have to offer! And there's always a surprise, or two at our Expos! If you need to book a hotel room at the University Place Hilton, call 1-800-HILTONS and ask for "The KISS Expo" special discounted rate. If you need tickets, dealer tables, or if you have any special requests contact Phil @ 678-455-7891, or email Phil @ KREATURESS@aol.com
We Stand United!
We Are One!
We Are The KISS Army!

This is your chance to listen to Gene and ask questions about his incredible life
and the phenomenon that is KISS.

Gene will be up close and personal. He will tell it like it is and show an insight into the awsome juggernaut that has sold more than 80 million albums and conquered the world.

Tickets are extremely limited. Shows start 8pm sharp.

ON SALE AUGUST 12

[More info at genesimmons.com]

With more than 80 million albums sold, SRO tours and more gold-plus awards (24), the #1 American Gold record champ (third overall behind only The Beatles and Rolling Stones), including late 2001’s KISS Box Set, KISS are a rock ‘n’ roll institution. They’ve outlasted their first critics who now embrace them like long lost brothers while their rabid fans, the KISS Army, have stood by them the entire way.

Now the band’s greatest hits album serves as both an introduction to KISS for new fans and the one KISS album listeners who just want the hits-and-nothing-but-the-hits will need. The Very Best Of KISS (Mercury/UTV Records), released August 27, 2002, collects the original versions of all of their biggest hits on one 21-track album. Featured on the chronologically sequenced The Very Best Of KISS are the band’s two gold singles--“Beth” (from 1976’s Destroyer) and “I Was Made For Loving You” (from 1979’s Dynasty).

Critics and fans alike have noted the flaws in previous compilations, from 1978’s platinum Double Platinum and 1988’s double platinum Smashes, Trashes & Hits to the most recent attempt, 1997’s Greatest Kiss. Truly living up to its “Very Best Of” billing, from the original hit live version Of “Rock And Roll All Nite,” the group’s breakthrough, to the ‘80s anthem “Lick It Up,” The Very Best Of KISS is the ultimate summation of their career for a general audience yet assembled.

The album kicks off with two tracks apiece from the band’s first two albums: “Strutter” and “Deuce” from 1974’s KISS and “Got To Choose” and the title track from that same year’s Hotter Than Hell. “C’mon And Love Me” was culled from Dressed To Kill (1975) and “Rock And Roll All Nite” from ALIVE! (1975).

Two albums from the following year, Destroyer and Rock And Roll Over, are represented by “Beth,” “Detroit Rock City” and “Shout It Out Loud” from the former and “I Want You,” “Calling Dr. Love” and “Hard Luck Woman” from the latter. 1977’s Love Gun also contributes three tracks: “I Stole Your Gun,” “Christine Sixteen” and “Love Gun.” Finishing off the ‘70s are “New York Groove” from Ace Frehley, one of 1978’s simultaneously released 4 separate KISS solo albums, and “I Was Made For Loving You” from 1979’s Dynasty.

Taken from the ‘80s are “I Love It Loud” from Creatures Of The Night (1982), “Lick It Up” from the 1983 album of the same name and “Forever” from Hot In The Shade (1989). The Very Best Of KISS aptly concludes with a track from Revenge (1992), “God Gave Rock ‘N’ Roll To You II.” The Very Best Of KISS is absolutely the best!

The legend continues....

TRACK LISTING (all the original versions):
1. STRUTTER 3.10 (original version from KISS, 1974)
2. DEUCE 3.06 (from KISS, 1974)
3. GOT TO CHOOSE 3.54 (from HOTTER THAN HELL, 1974)
4. HOTTER THAN HELL 3.31 (from HOTTER THAN HELL, 1974)
5. C’MON AND LOVE ME 2.57 (from DRESSED TO KILL, 1974)
6. ROCK AND ROLL ALL NITE live 4.01 (radio hit version taken from ALIVE!, 1975)
7. DETROIT ROCK CITY 3.38 (from DESTROYER 1976)
8. SHOUT IT OUT LOUD 2.49 (from DESTROYER 1976)
9. BETH 2.45 (from DESTROYER 1976)
10. I WANT YOU 3.04 (from ROCK AND ROLL OVER, 1976)
11. CALLING DR. LOVE 3.44 (from ROCK AND ROLL OVER, 1976)
12. HARD LUCK WOMAN 3.34 (from ROCK AND ROLL OVER, 1976)
13. I STOLE YOUR LOVE 3.04 (from LOVE GUN, 1977)
14. CHRISTINE SIXTEEN 3.14 (from LOVE GUN, 1977)
15. LOVE GUN 3.18 (from LOVE GUN, 1977)
16. NEW YORK GROOVE 3.03 (from ACE FREHLEY, 1978)
17. I WAS MADE FOR LOVING YOU 4.30 (from DYNASTY, 1979)
18. I LOVE IT LOUD 4.15 (from CREATURES OF THE NIGHT, 1982)
19. LICK IT UP 3.56 (from LICK IT UP, 1983)
20. FOREVER 3.52 (from HOT IN THE SHADE, 1989)
21. GOD GAVE ROCK ‘N’ ROLL TO YOU II 5.18 (from REVENGE 1992)

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