Thought you might like a little KISS on Halloween! They're real and hand painted by Joe Coppola, Angelo's Father!

From: KISSAsylum.com

The 5th annual Baltimore KISS expo was a huge success with hundreds in attendance. Everyone had a great time from the packed lounge at the KISS karaoke to the expo itself. This was by far the biggest turn-out the KISS army has seen for this annual event. I would like to thank all the vendors, KISS fans and bands who attended this year for helping making it so successful. A special thanks to Eric singer for being one of the best guests we have had so far. Thanks again to everyone and see you next October for the 6th annual Baltimore KISS expo!

From: www.getalifeinc.com

Finally have a few minutes to stop and thank everyone involved in last week's Hurricane benefits here in INDY. The shows were great and we ended up raising $4000.00 for the Red Cross and $1000.00 for the Humane Society!!

Thanks to the following for making these donations possible: Southwest Airlines, Enterprise Car Rental, Holiday Inn of Fishers, Holiday Inn 465/Emerson, Jonas Productions, Don & Simon Barr Sinister, Ace Cosby & Q95, Birdy's Bar & Grill, Marriott Hotels, KISS Museum, KISS Asylum, KISS online, KISS4sale, KISSarmywarehouse, Clear Channel, Mailboxes Etc, Smith Sound, Jim Breeding, Mike & Charlotte, Michelle Leroux, Joshua Leroux, Alyssa Leroux, Michelle & Steve Stierwalt, Mike Dillion, Missi Kadison, Peter Arquette, Joan & Bob Brenner/Brenner Luggage, Gene Hall and all the fans who attended or donated to these events.

A special thank you to Bruce Kulick, who really wanted to be part of the events even though he could not attend. He allowed the band to use his personal guitars for the shows and he also got ESP Guitars to donate a guitar. The guitar and other items were raffled off for a dollar a chance. My kids decided they wanted to help the displaced animals in New Orleans and being an animal lover Bruce agreed. With the raffle and sales of some donated $1 items - we raised the $1000 for the Humane Society!!

Lastly a huge thank you to Eric Singer, Ryan Roxie, Damon Johnson and Chuck Garric!! From the moment I asked them to do these events, they were 100% supportive. The guys told me they wanted to do more than just write a check, they wanted to donate their time. What most of you don't know is the guys had a chance to spend three days off in Las Vegas with family and friends and instead played these shows! They even donated money from the sales of their 8 x 10's to the Red Cross and Ryan donated a suit case full of baby clothes.

The events were a lot of work but very rewarding for all involved. It was great how so many people came together and just donated their services, merchandise, time or money with no questions asked! I am proud to know everyone of you involved in the events and you should be proud to have been willing to be involved!

Thanks,Keith

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From: KISSOnline.com

The KISS ROCK THE NATION LIVE! DVD release date has been officially set back one week to December 13, 2005. The two-disc set was shot in High Def during last year's 2004 Rock The Nation tour.

Update! From: Keith Leroux / Getalifeinc.com

Don’t forget this weeks two Eric Singer Hurricane Relief Benefits for the Red Cross in Indianapolis. If you can’t make the shows, you can still help out a great cause!! We have been receiving numerous emails like the two below from KISS fans from all over the world who are asking how to support our benefits even though they cannot attend the shows.

Keith,

I won't be able to attend but I still wanted to make a donation. Thanks for all the hard work!

Mike Brandvold

Dear Keith,

I read your article about ERIC'S HURRICANE KATRINA BENEFIT. Miki & I sincerely want to do something to help somehow but we don't know what. We can't go to Indy in October, so we would like to donate the cost of our tickets. Please let me know your convenient way of making remittance.

Thank you for your attention in this matter.

Chiaki Imazu
Tokyo, Japan

After sharing these heartwarming emails with Eric, he came up with a great idea! Anyone who wants to donate but cannot attend the shows, can now buy a ticket at www.getalifeinc.com and we will send you a personalized autographed group 8 x 10 of Eric Singer , Ryan Roxie, Damon Johnson & Chuck Garric. Your donation will go to the Red Cross!!

Here is the info on the benefits:

Singer, currently on tour with Alice Cooper, will be joined by fellow Cooper band mates Ryan Roxie, Damon Johnson, and Chuck Garric at both shows. The band will perform a set of 70’s classics including covers of KISS, Alice Cooper, AC/DC, Thin Lizzy, T-Rex, Cheap Trick and others. We are excited to announce that local favorites Simon Barr Sinister will be opening both shows.

The first show is for all ages and will take place Friday Oct. 14th from 7 PM – Midnight (or later) at the Holiday Inn 5120 Victory Dr. on the southeast side of INDY at 465 & Emerson. If you need a room call the hotel at 317-783-7751. Singer & friends will perform at 9PM. All band members will be available for autographs and photos.Tickets for this show are $20.00. Children 6-11 are $10.00 and under 6 are free.

The second show you must be 21 years or older to attend and will take place Saturday Oct. 15th from 5PM – 8PM at Birdy’s Bar & Grill 2131 E. 71st St. on the north side of INDY at 71st and Keystone. Tickets for this show will be $15.00. Birdy’s number is 317-254-8971.

Tickets for both shows can be purchased online with a major credit card at www.getalifeinc.com or by calling 317-595-1108. Tickets will also be available at the door!

Photo from Barbara Caserta

Original Posting: From: GetALifeInc.com

We are proud to announce that we will be having two benefit shows in Indianapolis featuring KISS drummer Eric Singer. 100% of all ticket sales will go the Red Cross’ Hurricane Katrina relief fund.

Singer, currently on tour with Alice Cooper, will be joined by fellow Cooper band mates Ryan Roxie, Damon Johnson, and Chuck Garric at both shows. The band will perform a set of 70’s classics including covers of KISS, Alice Cooper, AC/DC, Thin Lizzy, T-Rex, Cheap Trick and others.

The first show is for all ages and will take place Friday Oct. 14^th from 7 PM – Midnight (or later) at the Holiday Inn 5120 Victory Dr. on the southeast side of INDY at 465 & Emerson. If you need a room call the hotel at 317-783-7751. Singer & friends will perform at 9PM. All band members will be available for autographs and photos. Tickets for this show will be $20.00. Order using our secure order form online with a major credit card or call 317-595-1108. Tickets may also be purchased at the door. Children 6-11 are $10.00 and under 6 are free.

The second show you must be 21 years or older to attend and will take place Saturday Oct. 15^th from 5PM – 8PM at Birdy’s Bar & Grill 2131 E. 71st St. on the north side of INDY at 71^st and Keystone. Tickets for this show will be $15.00. Order using our secure order form online with a major credit card or call 317-595-1108. Tickets may also be purchased at the door. Birdy’s number is 317-254-8971.

A huge thank you to everyone involved so far!! Eric, Ryan, Damon and Chuck are playing both shows for free! Ace Cosby from Q95 WFBQ is donating his time and promoting the event. The Holiday Inn is donating the ballroom. Birdy’s is donating their club. The Holiday Inn in Fishers is donating hotel rooms. Smith Sound is donating the sound system for Friday’s event. KISSMuseum.com is donating the cost of the postcards and postage. KISSArmywarehouse.com is donating money for backline & instrument rentals. KISS4sale.com is donating the money to cover the van rental & gas for the 3 days!! KISSAsylum.com is donating the cost of printing the tickets.

If you would like to help with the event please email at: kleroux@getalifeinc.com or call 317-595-1108.

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From: The Star Tribune/Minneapolis By: Bill Dawson via: KISSOnline.com

The tongue is a versatile instrument. You can twist it, pierce it, protrude it. And, if you're a rock star like Gene Simmons, of VH1's "Rock School," or Mick Jagger, now on the Rolling Stones' "Bigger Bang" tour, you can use it to lap up publicity.

Even dogs are getting in the act, with the Humunga Tongue, a new prop from Moody Pet Inc. (www.moodypet.com) which assures that your pooch will never suffer tongue envy.

With so many prominent tongues flashing, it's time to check out which are the most twisted:

Gene Simmons - Tongue type: Serpentine, Function: Frightens parents of KISS-loving children. Attracts women turned on by creepy men in heavy makeup.

Michael Jordan - Tongue type: Floppy, Function: Once meant that he was about to perform a 360-reverse dunk over two 7-footers. Now, it probably just means he's thirsty.

Rolling Stones Symbol - Tongue type: Cartoonish, Function: The emblem of the Rolling Stones since about 1971. Its message: "We're still irreverent, in-your-face and brimming with infantile sexuality."

Komodo Dragon - Tongue type: Forked, Function: To sample the air, detect odors and say, "Hey, baby" to unattached komodos and aging KISS groupies.

Humunga Tongue - Tongue type: Prosthetic, Function: A $12 toy for your dog to fetch and carry while you laugh uproariously. Puppy psychiatry sessions not included.

From: INDYStar.com By: David Lingquist via: KISSAsylum.com

Exerpt Reads: "To use a rock 'n' roll analogy, the concert had a lot in common with the 2003 tour in which KISS opened for Aerosmith: While Aerosmith played their classics in competent fashion, KISS had already provided more than enough entertainment for one night."

From: Blabbermouth.com

According to posting at KissNews.de, original KISS guitarist Ace Frehley joined PEARL JAM on stage during their concert in Atlantic City on October 1 for a rendition of the NEIL YOUNG classic "Rockin' in the Free World".

In other news, Frehley, who had previously announced plans to begin work on a solo album, attended the grand opening of the Hard Rock Cafe in Times Square, New York City on September 17.

From: USA Today via: KISSOnline.com

An advertisement featuring KISS, iTunes and Cingular Wireless appeared this morning on the front page of USA Today. The ad highlights the world's first phone with iTunes.

From: KISSHall.com

It checks in at 512 pages, with over 525 Full Color photos. I am going to repeat that. 512 pages, with over 525 Full Color photos. My books are full gloss, full color photos, unlike some copy cat, plagiarizing KISS price guides that have lots of grainy black and white photos on rough paper to go along with an insert of 8 color pages. Also included is an exclusive twenty nine page interview that I conducted with the genius behind KISS, original manager Bill Aucoin. Bill discusses such topics as:

From: By: AussyAce

Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons appeared at the 5th Anniversary of the G2E Global Gaming Expo which took place on September 13 at the Convention Center in Las Vegas, to be on hand for the unveiling of the KISS slot machine created by Progressive Gaming International Corporation.

A promotional t-shirt (see image above) was given away to those fans who took their picture with Paul and Gene, who were not willing to sign autographs for all the KISS fans that showed up (although they did sign stuff for some fans), calling some of them "professionals" (meaning Gene thinks they would sell the signed items on places like e-Bay and such).

From: KISSOnline.com

IT'S OFFICIAL! KISS - ROCK THE NATION LIVE! The new live KISS two-disc DVD set will be available in stores on December 6th through Image Entertainment. Shot in High Def, the DVD will feature the hottest songs from the Washington, DC and Virginia Beach, VA concerts, filmed during last year's 2004 Rock The Nation tour. The song list is vast and features a collection of KISS gems, many performed and recorded live for the first time in many years. The DVD will also include KISS Powervision interactive bonus features that include Select-A-KISS, allowing the viewer access to separate channels for each of the four band members. At any time the viewer can watch the main concert program or switch to different cameras focusing just on Paul, Gene, Tommy or Eric. The DVD will be loaded with additional behind-the-scenes, life on the road footage and interviews, giving the viewer a virtual all access pass to sound checks, the famed KISS dressing room and other rare glimpses into the world of KISS.

From: GeneSimmons.com

Recently, some of you have written in inquiring where you can purchase A NEW BOOK I'm writing called LADIES OF THE NIGHT: A HISTORICAL AND PERSONAL PERSPECTIVE OF THE FIRST AND OLDEST PROFESSION. While it IS true I had planned for the book to be written by now, there just aren't enough hours in the day or night to do so. The book will, hopefully see the light of day sometime in the summer. You can be sure I will let you all know the details. The book will be published by SIMMONS BOOKS/PHOENIX BOOKS.

There are also plans to have a SPOKEN WORD BOOK of the same available on (you guessed it) SIMMONS AUDIO/PHOENIX BOOKS.

From: Markosia

Hits Stores Halloween 2005

Markosia Music will be releasing Jazan Wild's Carnival Of Souls debut album in October 2005 simultaneously with the first issue of a comic book bi-monthly series also entitled Jazan Wild's Carnival of Souls.

Wild has been working on his thirteen-track CD, a soundtrack to the comic books series, for almost two years along side Grammy Award Winning Producer, Bob Kulick.

Stefan Petrucha (X-Files) supplies the script for the comic book series – with art from Kevin Conrad (Spawn, Kiss' Psycho Circus, Hulk) and colors from Dan Kemp (Spawn, Kiss' Psycho Circus, Spiderman). A trade paper back is being planned for a June 2006 – which will contain a CD with rare bonus tracks written, performed and produced by Wild.

The series has already gained much interest. A special preview edition of the book was printed for the San Diego Comic Con and Wizard World Chicago and anyone purchasing this special preview book given a free 3 track promo CD at either show. If you fancy hearing one of Wild’s tracks from the album then click on the links below. Prepared to be rocked!!!

The comic series is currently available to order in the latest Previews catalog and is priced at $3.50 and Markosia has been overwhelmed by the popularity of this book that it has overprinted the first issue to meet further demand.

Carnival Of Souls has been best described as Twin Peaks and Lost meets Stray Bullets and according to its creator, Jazan Wild, “each individual character has a story to tell about why they have succumbed to the Carnival of Souls”. “This Caravan of the damned travels between this world and the next... between reality and dreams ... between heaven and hell!”. “Each issue we take the reader on a journey to discover the life and death of a new member of the carnival!”.

In addition Jazan Wild will be appearing at Los Angeles’ very own Golden Apple comic book shop on Melrose Ave. this 28th October – for a Halloween promotion not to be missed!!! Get copies of the first issue signed by Jazan and pick up a copy of Jazan’s CD!!!

"Kevin's artistic prowess is evident here as he flexes his penciling muscles for the first time in this full throttle comic. His storytelling is spot on, his visuals are eye-searing and characters are alive. One look and you'll want to keep looking for more of Carnival of Souls --Tony Daniel, (Teen Titans, The Tenth)

"Kevin Conrad has long been one of the greatest inkers in the game, and I think we all knew he was really much more than that. He's got such a solid sense of storytelling structure, he's really one of the best pencilers in the game as well, and it's wonderful to see his full talents shine through."
--Jim McLauchlin, editor-in-chief, Top Cow Productions.

"Kevin's art brings to life every creepy thought you had as a child of clowns to a nail biting reality, and then some. From Steven King's IT too McDonald's Ronald, Carnival of Souls blows up an enormous circus sized balloon animal of horror to unimaginable frightening delight!!!"
--Bob LeFevre.Penciler - Transformers, Decoy.
Penciler/Creator,Writer - Aletheia

"Carnival Of Souls" is a "Not to be missed" comic. The story is a "no risk" read...Hat's off to the entire team! Kevin Conrad really "flexes his work-muscles" on this book; his pencils are beautiful...Pick it up!"
--Rich Bonk
Penciller - The Gift
Inker - Witchblade, The Tenth, Teen Titans, Action Comics(Superman)

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From: Juan

ESP will be performing a 2 night concerts at Mexico City for the celebration of the Second Kiss Expo Mexico. Tickets are on sale at TicketMaster. Also, we are offering Gold and Platinum Packages that include a personal picture with all members of ESP and signed right after!

All details can be fonund at ExpoRock and KISS-Lounge. If any of you are interested to rent a space to sell or exhibit some Kiss merchandise, please contact me, Juanm@exporock.net

From: KISSAsylum By: Keith Leroux

Got this great note from Angelo & his dad!!

Hi Keith!

This is Joe Coppola (Angelo's dad). We wanted to tell you what a great time the Coppola family had at the Expo! It was truly fantastic what you did to help the victims of the hurricane and the KISS fans of the world are really some of the most friendly and generous people we've ever met. I would like to send you a DVD of Angelo's performance at the Expo if you could send me an address. Also you HAVE to check out the updates we did to his website. There is a picture of Angelo & Eric and a little article about the event at the top of his Homepage and we created a whole seperate page just for the Expo! There are some really cool pics on this page and we even put a video on there from his performance!

I also wanted you to be the first one to read an article that I wrote about Angelo's experience at the Expo. It might be a little too long to put on your site but I wanted you to see if it's something you'd be interested in running. I am also attatching a couple of pics to go with the article in case you're interested. So far I have not sent this article to anyone but you. The article is as follows:

Sometimes Dreams Come True

Angelo Coppola of Macomb, MI was 3 years old when he went to his first KISS concert. From that day forward he adopted a special love for the band & their music. Around that time, he also began banging on a drum set that his dad (a musician) had bought. He played a variety of music but he really enjoyed playing along to KISS songs. When Angelo was eight, one of his favorite TV shows was America's Most Talented Kids. He wondered " Wouldn't it be great if I could perform on that show?" (Dream #1) His parents, having supreme confidence in their son decided to make a video tape and send it in to the show. But a big question would be " what song would show off the drums, have tons of energy and really get the crowd (and judges) moving?". Easy, KISS' "Rock and Roll All Nite." So they sent the tape in and Angelo was soon invited to compete on the show. He and his family flew out to Los Angeles and taped the show in December 2004. Angelo rocked the house with his rendition and became one of the youngest winners ever! The show aired all over the country in March and again in August 2005. (Dream #1 fulfilled)



Angelo often asked his parents "Do you think I'll ever meet one of the guys from KISS?" (Dream #2) His parents told him although anything is possible it would be unlikely given the kind of busy schedules rock stars have (especially a mega-band like KISS). Then one day while browsing KISSASYLUM.com Angelo discovered an ad for the Chicago KISS Expo where Eric Singer would appear and meet with fans. Angelo diligently persuaded his parents to travel to Chicago and attend the Expo. By this time, Angelo had been performing in public regularly so Angelo's dad contacted the Chicago Expo's organizer/promoter, Jim Frangella. Jim had seen Angelo's performance on America's Most Talented Kid's show and welcomed the idea of Angelo kicking off the evening's entertainment. In preparing for this performance, Angelo adopted a practice regiment that any professional would be proud of. Never at a loss for questions, Angelo wondered, "Would Eric Singer be able to watch me perform?" (Dream #3) His parents again warned him that Eric is one of the hardest working drummers in the world. He would be appearing at the Chicago KISS Expo in between tour dates with Alice Cooper and KISS. Still, Angelo prepared harder than ever even with the slightest chance of his idol seeing him play.

September 3, 2005 the day of the Expo, Angelo showed up early to check out all of the choice memorabilia. Everyone was so friendly and generous. Angelo noted how KISS fans were the nicest people in the world! Then it was time to meet Eric Singer. (Dream #2 fulfilled) Angelo brought a black Pearl bass drum head for Eric to sign (it is now his prize possession) Eric was so patient and down to earth. He made everyone feel like they already knew him. Eric told Angelo he was looking forward to hearing him play that evening. No Way! Things were really panning out for Angelo.

Angelo's performance was scheduled for 6:00pm and Eric showed up before hand to talk before the show. Eric even gave Angelo some solid advice on how to warm up before a big show. (A private lesson with Eric Singer! Unbelievable!) Angelo performed his set with maturity well beyond his years. He performed 12 songs for about 45 minutes. The crowd was really into it and Angelo fed off their energy. He impressed everyone with his skill and power. Eric approached Angelo again after the show and complimented him on his performance. The two of them actually had a lot in common. Eric called Angelo a munchkin, he told Angelo that is what Gene Simmons called him because of his small stature. He also commented at how hard Angelo hit the skins, a trait that Eric is also known for. Angelo was so thrilled that his hero took the time to watch his entire performance. (Dream #3 fulfilled) Afterwards, it was Angelo's turn to sign autographs and take pictures with fans as he was approached and complimented by everyone.

The moral of the story is sometimes dreams do come true. Reach for the stars because you never know what you are capable of with a little luck and a lot of hard work. Angelo's next question (sorry Eric), "Dad do you think I will ever get to play with KISS?" I'm not betting against him!

There is a whole page dedicated to the Chicago KISS Expo with many more pictures and a video from Angelo's performance on www.angelo-coppola.com.

From: myspace.com/ballseydog By: Will Briere

AKA The album that saved our Asses

The flash pots, flames and grease paint are hitting the stage... The year was 1975, September 10 to be exact. Much was happening around this time, Vietnam was coming to a bloody halt: Nixon exclaimed, "I'm not a crook". While all this was going on the counter-culture was in an uproar trying desperately to enforce social and political justice. Lets not forget those lovable flower children that wanted everyone to join them for some peace and love and a good toak at a Dead show.

Meanwhile something totally different was going on in New York City: Four guys were about to change the way people thought about music forever! KISS Alive was the rock n' roll shoot heard round the world. I guess you could call it a wake up call to those musicians who were on stage jamming their brains out while really in need of a shower and a lesson in stage presence. KISS may not be the greatest thing to happen to music but in this humble authors opinion they are the greatest American rock act to grace a concert stage. KISS is the unapologetic in your face tribute to American rock music of the 1950's. KISS is the only band that had the balls to say lets put out a live double slab LP with all our greatest hits! There was one huge problem: they had none! Radio hated them with a passion, gee I guess KISS knew something nobody else did: and that was, who needs radio? We're going to do it the old fashion way and play our music live for the masses and let the people decide. The result was an overwhelming vote of OH YEAH!!! KISS was brought to their explosive success by the fans who just forced radio to play KISS tunes. Fans know this day well, the day a kid from Terre Haute Indiana named Bill Starkey called up WVTS and said, you better play KISS or I will have thousands of people surrounding your building! The KISS ARMY was started in 1975 just as ALIVE was about to explode on American culture- Bill and his Army of friends were also responsible for the first mass produced KISS shirts. So, I guess this proves who the real marketing geniuses are... The fans!

The Rock n' Roll hall of fame refuses to this day to admit KISS, which is OK with me because KISS isn't about critics who think they know what's best for you- KISS is without question the middle finger pointed straight at them! What the hell do they know these are the same people who spit at Led Zeppelin when they came on the scene, oh need I not forget to mention another Birmingham quartet named Black Sabbath who stands in good company with KISS still waiting in line for acceptance! BOO-HOOO.

KISS with the release of Alive said" we are here for those of you who could care less about what anyone thinks of you! Look at us we look like four knuckleheads who were kicked out of mime class because we wanted to be different and we could never learn to keep our mouth shut"!

On the issue of musicianship, KISS took it back to basics in terms of songs in an era that was starting to get swallowed in its own mushroom cloud of confusion, KISS just wanted to remind you of what Chuck Berry, Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis wanted you to do... Have a good time and forget about your problems for a while KISS just did it a lot louder a little raunchier and with magnified American spirit.

KISS, are the Beatles of the 1970's. Are their songs as well written as the "Fab Four"? HELL NO! Gene Simmons himself would slap me upside the head if I said Yes! One thing that will always keep KISS close to the Beatles is the fact that they are different from any other rock act to come before or after them. KISS is the American Beatles, while Aerosmith and Grand Funk Railroad boast the slogan. KISS have sold well over 100 Million records have broken attendance records held by the Beatles and lets not forget the stuff with a capitol $. " Well, we try to get ourselves involved in every aspect of American culture. And this is just another way to do that!" Paul Stanley speaking about the new KISS slot machine, September 2005. Any music act today and it doesn't matter if you play small clubs or huge arenas, should all thank them because without them records would not sell as well if Alive! Was never released. There are those who want to give the credit to Frampton Comes Alive but the truth is that pressing was a direct result of KISS ALIVE! KISS were the first music act to be certified by the RIAA in 1976. If you are one of those fans who is a little squeamish using the Beatles and KISS in the same sentence I'll be sensitive to that and call them the kings of cock rock! Either way, it's still adds up to one thing, the greatest American band that the world has ever scene.

Any band who can claim what KISS boast in terms of album sales, fan devotion merchandising and concert ticket sales and not be a Rock N Roll Hall of Fame should wear it like a badge of honor. Like Black Sabbath KISS have never truly been endorsed by the mainstream music press. The most prominent that comes to mind would be Rolling Stone. You know you've made an impact on culture when preachers and every politically correct organization want to burn your records! At least you know you're in good company. Why should you be so offended when Mr. Simmons claims to have romanced over 4,600 ladies? Isn't that what a "Rock Star" should do? I mean KISS isn't "Leave It To Beaver". I wonder if Gene bedded June? The real reason why religious groups hate KISS is simply because they figured out a way to make more money. And when you buy KISS there is no deception what so ever, only a good time to be had for all-

KISS released 14 discs between 1974 & 1979 this included the 4 solo LP's that were all on the street on the same day I don't believe that pace has ever been duplicated since. Dynasty marked the end of an era that celebrated too much of everything so again like the Beatles in leaving a mark with their departure in 1970 signaling the end of the 1960's KISS did the same in 1980 with Peter Criss leaving the band in May of that year. Has KISS continued on? Yes but after that KISS was a completely different band. There is only one KISS that deserves to be called the "Hottest Band in the world" and you can put cat makeup and Space man make up on any one but you can't replace Gene, Paul, Peter & Ace. To the four of you I say thanks for introducing me to the wonderful world of music.

From: Kulick.net

Bruce and UNION (line-up including John Corabi, Chuck Garric, and Fred Coury) will be appearing at a very special charity event during their upcoming European Tour. On November 25, 2005, UNION, along with other guests Crystal Dusk and Hartmann, will play a concert in Babenhausen (near Frankfurt) to benefit the Kinderkrebshilfe Darmstadt e.V., an organization dedicated to caring for kids with cancer. Tickets are available online and at select stores. For more information about the charity event and to order tickets, please visit UNION For Children!

From: KISSArmyNorway

KISS Army Norway and VME are proud to annonce that "Gods Of Thunder - A Norwegian Tribute To KISS" debuted at #13 on the Norwegian charts. In comperison, Alive III peaked at #15, and as odd as it might seems albums like Creatures Of The Night, Smashes Thrashes and Hits, Animalize and Carnival Of Souls never made such a great chart position as this tribute CD. In April last year Gene Simmons' "Asshole" debuted and peaked at #23 on the Norwegian charts.

KISS Army have once again brought a lots of attention to KISS in Norway. The tribute album got maximum exposure in the media making entertainment headlines on Natinal television, radio and newspapers.

The album consist of chart-topping and award winning bands from Norway including million-selling artist Espen Lind, World Idol winner Kurt Nilsen (who beat US platinum artist Kelly Clarkson in last years final) and Norwegian superstars Wig Wam with a guest apperance by Bruce Kulick. In addition to the music, the CD-cover is quite historic and uniq as the artwork was done by Ken Kelly, the man behind the Destroyer and Love Gun paintings.

Prior to the release, executive procucer Stig Karlsen (KISS Army) claimed that this CD were going to bring tribute CD's to a new level both musically & visually, and judging from the reviews and respons from the fans, he and his team might as well have succeeded.

International fans can now buy the album from KISS Army Norway or VME:

Buy CD from KISS Army Norway (Paypal or credit cards) at this location:
[KISSArmyNorway.com]
or buy downloads or CD from VME (Payex or credit card) at this location:
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