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AWESOME
RARE KISS Sterling Marlin Coors Light NASCAR die-cast metal bank. Only 504
of these beauties were made! Label states "1 of 504." These have
been going for top dollar on Ebay when you can actually find them.[Go See!]
From: Richie
Fontana
Check out the Richie Fontana interview Part 1, which will appear in the
November 2002 issue of KISS Kollector magazine, a publication by the European
KISS Army.
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Hello KISS/MR.SPEED fans!
Hope everyone has been well since our last correspondence!
As our favorite time of year is fast approaching... HALLOWEEN... we wanted to let everyone know about the remaining shows that we have this year!
***SATURDAY OCTOBER 26th @ JILLIAN'S in AKRON, OH. PLEASE NOTE- show time is 9:30! Come out and celebrate our favorite holiday with us!
***SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16th @ GHOULARDI'S in LORAIN, OH. Our last show here was amazing and we had a great crowd. Help us repeat that!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
THURSDAY - OCTOBER 31 2002 - 10.00 pm
JU-BAMBOO - SAVONA
KISS HALLOWEEN PARTY.
IF IT'S TOO LOUD ... YOU ARE TOO OLD !!!
HTTP://WWW.KISSKONFUSION.COM
The
God of Thunder returns in the New York Times Bestseller – Now in paperback
and hotter than hell!
* More insight from the Demon – Including the making of Destroyer and the truth behind the greatest rock band in the world * Look for all four special collector's covers * And more photos
You wanted the truth, you got the truth—the hottest book in the world!
Fueled by an explosive mix of makeup, costumes, and attitude, KISS burst onto the music scene thirty years ago and has become a rock institution. The band has sold more than eighty million records, has broken every concert attendance record set by Elvis Presley and the Beatles, stands behind the Beatles alone in number of gold records from any group in history, and has spawned more than 2,500 licenses.
There would have been no KISS without Gene Simmons, the outrageous star whose superlong tongue, legendary sexual exploits, and demonic makeup have made him a rock icon. KISS and Make-Up is the wild, shocking, unbelievable story, from the man himself, about how an immigrant boy from Israel studied to be a rabbi, was saved by rock and roll, and became one of the most notorious rock stars the world has ever seen. Before Gene Simmons there was Chaim Witz, a boy from Haifa, Israel, who had no inkling of the life that lay ahead of him. In vivid detail Gene recounts his childhood growing up in Haifa under the watchful eye of his beloved, strong-willed mother, a concentration camp survivor; his adolescent years attending a Jewish theological center for rabbinical studies in Brooklyn; his love of all things American, including comic books, superheroes, and cowboys; and his early fascination with girls and sex, which prompted him to start a rock band in school after he saw the Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show.
KISS and Make-Up is not just the classic story of achieving the American dream through the eyes of an immigrant boy making good, but a juicy, rollicking rock and roll read that takes you along for the ride of your life with KISS, from the 1970s, when they were the biggest band in the world, through the ’80s, when they took off their world-famous war paint, and into the ’90s, when they came back bigger and badder than ever to become the number one touring band in the world.
In his own irreverent, unapologetic voice, Gene talks about the girls (4,600 of them and counting); his tight bond with KISS cofounder Paul Stanley; the struggles he and Paul had with Ace Frehley and Peter Criss and their departures from the group; the new band members and Eric Carr’s untimely death; the enormous love and affection he has for the people who put him there in the first place—the KISS Army and the ever-loyal KISS fans around the world; his love life, including stories about his relationships with Cher and Diana Ross and with Shannon Tweed, Playmate of the Year, mother of his son and daughter, and his companion of eighteen years; and much more.
Full of dozens of photographs, many never-before-seen pictures from Gene’s private collection, KISS and Make-Up is a surprising, intimate look at the man behind the mask. For the first time Gene reveals all the facets of his complex personality—son, rock star, actor, record producer, businessman, ladies’ man, devoted father, and now author.
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From: Michael Shoemaker
Having both missed the annual expo earlier this year, my friend Anthony
and I were determined to attend this one. It was like a “second
chance” that was meant to happen.
The event location was new. This provided a fresh atmosphere and nicer
facilities. The room the expo was held in was smaller but wider than the
room at the hotel where this was previously held. As a result, a closer
view of the stage came for all.
As soon as I entered the room, I found my friend Steve Stierwalt, his
wife Michelle, and my other friend Ted Wilson at the KISSfreaks.com table.
After saying my hellos, I made my way around to the other vendor booths.
There were some of the usual vendors as well as some new ones. This made
for a good mix of new merchandise along with the “same old stuff”.
Although it felt like walking past a buffet while on a diet, I managed
to keep from buying anything other than one CD and one videocassette.
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The new location of the Indianapolis Expo really rocks. This event usually held at the Four Points Sheraton on the city's east side, took a major step forward by moving to the Holiday Inn on the north side of town. A much better hotel and the banquet room the event was held in, was just awesome.
I won't get into a long drawn out review. Once again I was so involved in the day's events that its hard to describe everything that goes on at the Expos.
As far as merchandise goes there was a nice choice of old and new. I hate
to go to these and see only stuff from the Reunion Tour until the present.
This wasn't the case today. I think most of us have the newer items. I
like to see the rare old stuff or custom made fan items. The custom made
items are better than a lot of stuff KISS actually licensed. Speaking
of fan made items, a fan named Darryl Lefevre stopped by the KISS Freaks
table to show me an airbrushed hockey mask which he had an airbrush artist
make. The design featured Ace's makeup with a large open mouth around
the facemask of the mask. Very cool looking!
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New
Sealed miniature replica of the Gibson Les Paul as used by ACE FREHLEY
of KISS. Very cool! These were pulled from production because they did
not have Ace's blessing. The guitar measures about 7 inches. Featuring
that famous sunburst look! Includes lightning bolts on the neck and
Ace of Spades at the top. The bottom of the package says" Gibson
USA Les Paul as used by ACE FREHLEY. Very rare since they have been
pulled.
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Klearance]
Paul Stanley and Tommy Thayer of KISS!
From: Don Lemmon
Written by: Jason Gateman
I have just gotten back from a night I never imagined happening in my
lifetime anyhow. To tell you the truth, it's probably the most surreal
night that has ever happened to me so far. 1 hour ago, I was sitting at
Cleopatra's Barge in Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas Nevada having a conversation
with Paul Stanley. Yes..... Paul Stanley from the rock band KISS. Not
to mention..... KISS's fill in guitarist (the one who plays for Ace Frehley
when Ace isn't there), Tommy Thayer. How do I describe it this to you?
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KISS Freaks Note: A MUST READ! Too Funny!
After nearly 2 1/2 years, KISS - PSYCHO CIRCUS creators Kevin Conrad (inker of entire series) and Clayton Crain's (Penciler of issues 18 - 31) patience has finally won out with the return of their orginal art from the final three issues.
With complete issues 29 and 30 going to Crain, Kevin Conrad has received the complete interior and cover to PSYCHO CIRCUS' final issue, number 31, along with the originally solicited cover for that issue, plus one additional cover/solicitation. This marks the first and last time ANY original PSYCHO CIRCUS art will be made available to the public. The creators were paid by separate check for their original art during the first 28 issues of the comic. After the series was canceled, the final three issues' artwork sat in limbo for 2 1/2 years until a decision was made to finally return it to the rightful owners.
Presently, the ONLY issue that will be available for sale to collectors is issue 31. There will be a ten day auction on E-Bay starting Thursday evening, October 03, 2002. For more information, or to view the pages, visit http://www.kevinconradart.com/
From: Dan Foley
I honestly wish that I am able to provide any type of compliment for this Expo, however I have searched long and hard...and nothing comes to mind (with the exceptions of course of the great fans and friends you get to see!).
The 5th Annual Cleveland KISS & Rock Collectors Expo was held Sept.
29th, 2002 at the Rollerworld Center in Parma, Oh., Guests were to be
Mark St. John, Bill Aucoin & KISS Tribute Band Destroyer, and the
"mind blowing KISS Expovintage museum". Times were 10am-8pm,
and as of the fliers which were circulated at the July Detroit Expo, admission
was $18.00 AT THE DOOR ONLY (the promoters website and subsequent fliers
indicate $18 advance/$20 at the door),
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From: Bruce Sullivan
Hi Steve
Well I guess the rumor was true about Kiss doing a one-off concert in
Melbourne. Here is what was printed in the Herald Sun on 9th October 2002.
SYMPHONIC KISS JUST FOR US
by Cameron Adams - Music reporter
Rock legands Kiss will drag out their endless farewell tour for an unusual
world exclusive in Melbourne next March.
The rockers will celebrate their 30th anniversary by performing a concert
with the Melbourne Symphony as their backing band.
The event, featuring the orchestra playing amped-up Kiss classics, will
be a
one-off.
Kiss fanatics are expected to travel from interstate and overseas for
the
show.
The band specifically chose Melbourne to host the concert, which is expected
to be televised live by an American TV network.
The concert will feature the original Kiss line-up of Gene Simmons, Paul
Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss.
Kiss will visit Melbourne this month to promote the concert and meet
the
orchestra. Kiss played to more than 30,000 fans in Melbourne in 2001.
There was a mistake in the report, they actually had that Kiss played
to
more than 30,000 fans in Melbourne in 2000.
Bruce
Hey Everyone,
I know it seems like forever since I updated. About two weeks I think. Anyway, as you can see I am back at it. I have a ton more to add this week so please keep checking in. Among some of the things I will be adding are wallpapers, reviews from the Cleveland KISS Expo, pictures and review from the Indianapolis KISS Expo, video covers, new items in the KISS Kollectibles Klearance section and more!
Yeah
I know, another month of me not doing a Celeb in Makeup. Just been extremely
busy. Hopefully I can get some time to do one before the end of the year.
Anyway to tide you over, I have added three new fan made Celebs in KISS
Makeup. I am impressed everytime I receive a new one from the fans. Some
of these are just outstanding!
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From:
kelvis_xp@hotmail.com
Hi Steve,
Here are the new links, for not only skinpack 1, but the freshly-minted
KISS Army Skinpack 2: The Demon Pack! :) I'll throw in a couple of attached
screenshots for you, as on the weblinks below, they seem to have resized
the ones I sent.
For the original KISS army pack http://www.jk2files.com/file.info?ID=3505
And, the Demon Pack http://www.jk2files.com/file.info?ID=3505
I hope you enjoy seeing/playing as these skins, you wouldn't believe the
amount of people they've got interested in hearing KISS music! :)
RARAN :)
Kelvis
Here
is yet another great tape cover from Erik Emerson. Download and enjoy!
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KISS HELL: What have you been up to lately?
ERIC SINGER: Playing gigs this past summer w/ Gilby Clarke, Ronnie Montrose,
Alice Cooper and KISS events.
KH: How's the Alice tour going?
ES: We have only done 4 shows so far. We have 3 months of shows coming
up. Go to AliceCooper.com for tour dates.
KH: Will you be working with Alice on his next studio album?
ES: I have no idea what plans Alice has at this time.
KH: Can you tell us about the song you did on the Avantasia-Metal Opera
CD?
ES: It was a ballad. I have not heard the final mix yet...
KH: How did you get involved with playing on Avantasia part 2?
ES: I met Tobias Sammet in Austria a few years ago. I really liked his
talent & we became friends. He asked me to play on that song...
KH: Can you tell us about your new signature snare drum?
ES: It is a 10 ply maple 14"x 6 1/2" silver sparkle finish (laquer).
3 air vents. Great drum & very loud!!!! I Wanted something that would
cut thru loud volume music but also had warmth for other types of music
as well.
KH: How was it to do 'That 70's Show'? Will KISS be on an episode or
just the promo video?
ES: It was fun. It was done for an ad campaign to promote the show going
into syndication 5 nites a week.
KH: How was it to return to the studio with KISS to record "Rock
& Roll Radio"(Ramones cover)? How would you rate the version?
ES: I am very comfortable in the studio w/Gene & Paul. We have done
enough over the years & I think I know what they want & like.
They also are always very open to my suggestions & are willing to
try what I may have in mind too. The version is really cool (I think).
KH: There's rumours of 2 new tracks to be used for ALIVE IV, has there
been anything recorded for it that you know of?
ES: Not that I know of...
KH: Have you been working on any new KISS demos? Any KISS news?
ES: Nothing new recorded or to report at this time.
KH: What are your feelings on KISS touring with or without Ace Frehley
in the future?
ES: I really like Ace & would hope for his involvement. I know that
Gene & Paul feel the same too.
KH: How has the current Alice set list changed since Brutal Planet? Is
"Halo Of Flies" back in the set?
ES: You will have to come to a show & see!!! 'Halo' is not in the
set.
KH: What inspired the flaming drumsticks in your solo?
ES: I wanted to do something that I feel was somewhat entertaining for
the fans. I have not done this w/Alice since 2000 Brutal Planet tour.
I did do it w/KISS last year in OZ.
KH: Are you jamming with Glamnation or any other side projects lately?
ES: No side projects... I did do some shows w/Ronnie Montrose & Gilby
Clarke this past summer as well as some stuff w/Queen (Brian May &
Roger Taylor).
KH: What's planned for the near future?
ES: Alice Cooper Dragontown tour. Sept. 23rd thru Dec. 15th.
KH: Any last messages for the readers of KISS HELL?
ES: AS ALWAYS THANKS JOE & ALL YOU!!! PEACE/OUT. ES.
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MELBOURNE
SATURDAY 2ND NOVEMBER
THE CORNER HOTEL
57 Swan St , RICHMOND
They look like KISS, they sound like KISS.
The rock phenomenon of the 70’s is recreated perfectly featuring make-up, costumes, pyrotechnics, fire breathing, blood-spitting, smoking guitars, confetti showers & more.
Yes it’s KISSTERIA - The Australian KISS Show, who will be performing
live at the 2002 KISS Expos.
The Kiss Expos will feature all day Kiss Video’s shown on a giant
screen with unreleased TV & live footage. Stands will be overloaded
with the very latest KISS merchandise from Europe & America.
Prizes will be given away throughout the night during the various competitions
run by KISS Strike Magazine/KISS Army International including best make-up
and tattoos, longest tongue, KISS trivia and KISS karaoke.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the KISS spectacle live with Kissteria, Australia’s premiere tribute show!
From: revenge@worldonline.nlPresenting the Dutch KISS Army under the name Revenge since 1992 we've worked thru the holidays on our 10th Anniversary special which will be out late september early October ...
Check out our site http://www.geocities.com/kissoath or http://www.kissrevenge.tk
and join our world and get ready to be kissed.
Wanna know more about us check our latest 40+ page ultimate Revenge magazine and let Revenge rule your world.
KISS Greetings from Holland,
Arie van Rotterdam/KISS Revenge
Narcistraat 3
3295 RG 's-Gravendeel
Holland
Greetings,
We just wanted to let you know about some Shout It Out Loud news........
First, if you have not done so yet, check out our new promo video at www.shoutitoutloud.com
The page is still under construction, however you can see the video.
Next, we have two great shows to tell you about. The first is Friday the 27th at the Fez Ballroom in Portland OR. The club is located on the corner of 11th and Burnside downtown. Playing that night will also be Assisted Living (formally Blyss) and Drop Six (from Seattle). Doors are at 9PM and SIOL will go on around 11:30.
The next show is also in Portland. It will be Friday Oct 25th at Conan's (39th and Hawthorne) You wont want to miss this one. It is a Halloween party (yes get a costume!) and will also be featuring War Pigs! (Black Sabbath tribute). Tickets will be sold in advance for this show at fastixx. We will let you know when they go on sale. You will want to get them quickly because the club only holds about 500 people.
After playing all over the country this last year we are very excited to be playing back in Portland! These will be our first shows in over a year here and we cant wait. We have been getting all of your e-mails and we apologize if we have not responded to them all. Most questions are about where we will be playing next and often we don't know. We do however know that we will not be playing in Florida as planned Oct.31-Nov 1. So for those of you in Florida that have been asking, we are very sorry. It just did'nt work out this time but we will be there in 2003!
In a side note, keep your eyes open for the ultimate Twisted Sister tribute "STAY HUNGRY" featuring members of Shout It Out Loud and British Steel. Stay Hungry's first show will be Oct. 12 at the Fez Ballroom in portland w/ War Pigs.
The "band" performing on the title track (track 2) is called JK's All Star Experience and features -
Bruce Kulick (KISS) - lead guitar
John Levén (Europe) - bass
Lars Chriss (Lion's Share) - rhythm guitars
Tommy Denander - keyboards
Jonas Nilsson (Rednex) - lead vocals
Thomas Vikström (Talk Of The Town) - backing vocals
Johan "JK" Kihlberg (KISS Army Sweden) - drums
Another 14 American and Swedish artists/bands are featured on the cd as
well.
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