Wednesday, December 31, 2008

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2009!

PHOTO: Early KISS: 1973
(photo credit: Lydia Criss/SWAK)

I'd like to wish all of my readers a very happy, healthy, safe and rockin' New Year 2009! We have so much to look forward to as KISS fans this coming year. A new KISS album is coming our way along with a tour of USA and Europe in the Spring and Summer. ACE FREHLEY's new album will be hitting our earwaves (and hopefully a tour!) along with new albums from BRUCE KULICK, TOD HOWARTH and a rockin' tour of Europe from the ERIC SINGER PROJECT!


There will be more GENE SIMMONS FAMILY JEWELS as well as more paintings and gallery showings from our premire frontman/artist PAUL STANLEY! It's going to be a fantastic year to be a KISS fan.


I'd like to thank everyone for their support over the year as we just started the Webzine back in June (after a 20 year anniversary since the first publication of KISS MASK MAGAZINE in 1988) and have become one of the main sources for KISS news, interviews, features, archives, video and photo. Expect a lot more from KISS MASK WEBZINE as we will not only feature archival interviews but new interviews, rare photos and videos. It's only just begun...

THANK YOUS- I'd like to thank: Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley, Peter Criss, Eric Carr & EricCarr.com, Eric Singer, Tommy Thayer, Bruce Kulick, Vinnie Vincent, Bill Aucoin, Tod Howarth, Rafael Moreira, Nate Morton, John Corabi, Chuck Garric, Doc Mcghee, Melissa Madden, Carol Kaye/Kayos Productions, Lydia Criss, Richie Fontana, Gigi Criss, Keith LeRoux & KissOnLine, Matt, Amy & Julia Porter, Anthony Porter & his band Clashing Plaid, Mark Cooper, Fabio "Deuce", Steve Stierwalt/Kiss ArmyWarehouse, Blabbermouth.com, Bravewords.com, MelodicRock.com, Partyman, Kiss777 (Don), Demon (at Kiss USA Message Board),
PaulsSouthernGirl (Linda)& Kiss Fan Site Yuku (Everyone!), Kiss News USA Fan Message Board (Everyone!), Kiss United (Everyone!), George at Kiss Army Australia, Diamant Noir French Kiss Army, Kiss Killers Brazil, French Kiss Journal, Kiss On Fire, Kiss Related Recordings, PollStar, SplitScreen Entertianment, A&E Network, Universal Records and everyone at MySpace!

Tuesday, December 30, 2008

"ROCK BAND" IGNITES "DETROIT ROCK CITY" DOWNLOAD SALES

Rock bands cashing in on 'Guitar Hero' players
Music video games are selling songs faster than labels
By RYAN NAKASHIMATHE ASSOCIATED PRESS
LOS ANGELES -- "This song is dedicated to Debbie Harry," flinty-eyed Lisa Hsuan purrs into a microphone on the red-lit stage of Hyperion Tavern. It's a cozy dive where patrons drink Coke and beer from bottles and a fading chandelier dangles overhead.

Her tribute is intentionally ludicrous: The 30-year-old veterinarian is about to belt out "Call Me," which Harry -- fronting the group Blondie -- released 28 years ago. Accompanied on fake guitars and drums by three Web programmers who drove in from the refinery-dotted coastal suburb of El Segundo, Hsuan launches in as a smoke machine puffs nearby.

They're playing the video game "Rock Band 2," which along with "Guitar Hero" is rocking bars and living rooms across the country. Many songs' sales have more than doubled after release in one of the games, and well-known bands have started lining up to provide new music direct to the game makers. Now record labels -- noticing what they are missing, and struggling as compact disc sales tumble -- are looking for a bigger piece of the action.
Read the rest at http://seattlepi.nwsource.com/business/393128_musicgames22.html

KISS, "Detroit Rock City" (1976), Casablanca, released on "Rock Band": 3,400 downloads, up 89 percent.

Guns N' Roses, "Welcome to the Jungle" (1987), Geffen, released on "Guitar Hero III" Oct. 27, 2007: 38,000 downloads, up 153 percent.
Pat Benatar, "Hit Me With Your Best Shot" (1980), Chrysalis, released on "Guitar Hero III": 9,800 downloads, up 180 percent.
Aerosmith, "Dream On" (1973), Columbia, released on "Guitar Hero III": 10,000 downloads, up 15 percent.
Red Hot Chili Peppers, "Suck My Kiss" (1992), Warner Bros., released on "Guitar Hero III": 3,900 downloads, up 200 percent.
Nirvana, "In Bloom" (1992), DGC, released on "Rock Band," Nov. 20, 2007: 9,000 downloads, up 543 percent.

Sunday, December 28, 2008

VINTAGE KISS FOTO 1976- STAR STOWE


Playboy Playmate, Star Stowe with Kiss in a 1976 photo shoot. Gene dated Stowe during the 70s and posed
with the band on a number of their
popular photo shoots including this and their motorcycle
chopper shoot.
At the time of her death in 1997, Stowe was a prostitute and was found strangled in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

VANS TO RELEASE DRESSED TO KILL HI-TOP IN 2009


Next year another Kiss x Vans Sk8 Hi will be dropping at a Vans retailer near you. A few months back we reported on the first Kiss x Vans Sk8 Hi drop, but that was only the beginning. Kiss and Vans fans will be able to own a pair of these “Dressed to Kill” Sk8 Hi’s sometime in 2009.

Saturday, December 27, 2008

VINTAGE KISS FOTO 1975- ALIVE! TOUR

KISS onstage taking their bows somewhere on tour 1975/ALIVE! Tour

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Here's to the Merriest of Christmases! We will be on Holiday break until December 26.

Tuesday, December 23, 2008

ERIC CARR BOBBLEHEAD REVEALED FOR JANUARY 2009

ERIC CARR BOBBLEHEAD DUE IN JANUARY 2009-
It's been revealed on the official
website of Eric Carr a limited
run of 250 figures will be
available. Go to EricCarr.com
for details.
The design is based on the 1980
"KISS FANTASY" poster from
Australia.
The figure sells for $34.95 + $18.99 shipping/handling per figure.


Sunday, December 21, 2008

ERIC SINGER PROJECT 2009 EUROPEAN TOUR SITE


The ERIC SINGER PROJECT's Official European Tour 2009 Website, featuring ERIC SINGER, BRUCE KULICK, CHUCK GARRIC and JOHN CORABI, is up and running. You can find all the neccessary information and tour dates at-

Saturday, December 20, 2008

ACE FREHLEY NEWS ON NEW CD / FRIDAY NIGHT ROCKS

Ace revealed last night on Eddie Trunk's "Friday Night Rocks" annual Merry KISSmas Special that the artwork and title will be revealed on his website January 5, 2009. His long anticipated CD will be released sometime this Spring.
Ace will appear on That Metal Show tonight at 11pm (EST) on VH1 Classic.
Ace launched his official website this week http://www.acefrehley.com/home/

KISS NEWS-HAPPY BIRTHDAY PETER CRISS


A special Happy Birthday to PETER CRISS!

Peter, born in Brooklyn, NY., on December 20, 1945
celebrates his 63rd birthday!
Video: Peter's drum solo 4/2/77
Peter's website:
DISCOGRAPHY-
Chelsea:
Chelsea (1970)
Kiss:
Kiss (February 18, 1974)
Hotter Than Hell (October 22, 1974)
Dressed to Kill (March 19, 1975)
Alive! (September 10, 1975)
Destroyer (March 15, 1976)
Rock and Roll Over (November 11, 1976)
Love Gun (June 30, 1977)
Alive II (November 29, 1977)
Dynasty (May 23, 1979)
Unmasked
Kiss Unplugged (March 12, 1996)
Psycho Circus (September 22, 1998)
Kiss Symphony: Alive IV (July 22, 2003)
Solo:
Peter Criss (September 18, 1978)
Out of Control (September 1980)
Let Me Rock You (May 1982)
Cat #1 (August 16, 1994)
One for All (July 24, 2007)


Friday, December 19, 2008

ACE FREHLEY GUEST TONIGHT ON EDDIE TRUNK'S MERRY KISSMAS SPECIAL

Ace will guest along with guitarist Derrek Hawkins on Eddie Trunk's annual "Merry KISSmas Show" this Friday, December 19 at 11PM-2AM EST live on Q104.3 NYC .Merry KISSmas show this Friday. Listen online at www.q1043.com. On the broadcast, Ace is going to make an announcement about a special holiday gift that he is going to be giving to all the fans that have registered for the mailing list on his website at www.acefrehley.com.

PAUL STANLEY performs "LICK IT UP" with STEEL PANTHER- VIDEO

KISS guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley joined the '80s metal/hard rock tribute band STEEL PANTHER (formerly known as METAL SKOOL) to perform a rendition of the KISS classic "Lick It Up" exclusively on Altitude. Watch video footage of the performance below.STEEL PANTHER's lineup includes guitarist "Satchel" (real name Russ Parrish; ex-FIGHT) and singer "Michael Star" (real name Ralph Saenz; ex-L.A. GUNS).

Wednesday, December 17, 2008

ACE FREHLEY 'Chop Shop's Top 100' / Eddie Trunk's 'That Metal Show'


ACE FREHLEY listed #58 on Envision Radio Networks® The Chop Shop's Top 100 Most Complete Guitar Players of All Time.
Ace's new website is up and running at ~
Ace appears on Eddie Trunk's "That Metal Show"
on VH1 Classic, Saturday, December 20 at 11pm EST.
(Repeats courtesy of AceFrehley.com)
12/21/2008 10:00 am, Sunday
12/21/2008 08:00 pm, Sunday
12/21/2008 12:00 am, Sunday
12/22/2008 01:00 pm, Monday
12/22/2008 11:00 pm, Monday
12/22/2008 02:30 am, Monday
12/23/2008 09:00 am, Tuesday
12/23/2008 03:00 am, Tuesday
12/24/2008 07:00 am, Wednesday
http://www.vh1classic.com/
Ace will guest on Eddie Trunk's annual "Merry KISSmas Show" this
Friday, December 19 at 11PM-2AM EST live on
Q104.3 NYC . Go to their website to listen via Internet.

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

BRUCE KULICK/ ROCK N' ROLL FANTASY CAMP 2009

BRUCE KULICK TAKING PART IN HOLLYWOOD ROCK N' ROLL FANTASY CAMP 2009-

(from Billboard.com)

Former and present members of Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver, Yes, Kiss, the Stray Cats, Grand Funk Railroad and Alice Cooper's and Paul McCartney's bands will take part in next year's Hollywood edition of Rock'n'Roll Fantasy Camp, which will take place April 29-May 3.

This year's camp "counselor" lineup includes Duff McKagan (ex-Guns N' Roses, Velvet Revolver), Mark Farner (ex-Grand Funk Railroad) Bruce Kulick (ex-Kiss), Slim Jim Phantom (Stray Cats), Alan White (Yes), Rusty Anderson (McCartney), Teddy Andreadis (ex-GNR and Alice Cooper) and songwriter/producer Mark Hudson, who's worked with Ringo Starr, Aerosmith and Ozzy Osbourne.Camp organizer David Fishof promises some "special guests," while celebrity chef Guy Fieri will prepare the opening night meal.As in previous years, the campers will organize into bands and record an original song at Capitol Studios with Eddie Kramer, as well as play as part of a concert at the Whisky A Go Go. This year's camp will also feature a companion package offering music lessons, dinners and access to the camp activities for plus-ones.

Registration has opened at RockCamp.com, with a $500 discount for those signing up before Dec. 22.

BRUCE KULICK & MONSTER CIRCUS - VIDEO



Monday, December 15, 2008

ACE FREHLEY.COM IS LAUNCHED!!

http://www.acefrehley.com/home/

Dear Earthlings,

I'm happy to say that I finally got a good internet connection up here on Jendell and can now present to you my official website- AceFrehley.com! Thanks for your patience and support over the years... it's meant everything to me.Now, let's ROCK!! AceFrehley.com is going to provide a link between us & be something unique & different from the "usual" website. What you will see is exclusive pictures & video clips from my archives, news, tour dates & appearances announced here first, and a chance for you to be a part of this website by sending me your photos & questions. I'll be emailing all my members very cool "extra stuff," so don't forget to sign up! And despite the rumors, you'll be hearing my new cd real soon... Stay Tuned. I hope you have as much fun on AceFrehley.com as I've had putting it together...
Love,
Ace

BRUCE KULICK SCHEDULES ARIZONA IN-STORE

BRUCE KULICK IN-STORE APPEARENCE:
(from Blabbermouth)Former KISS and current GRAND FUNK RAILROAD guitarist Bruce Kulick will make an in-store appearance at Raptor Guitars in Phoenix, Arizona on December 26. The store, which is located at 7227 S. Central Avenue, Suite 1005, will host Bruce from 6 to 8 p.m. More information can be obtained directly from Raptor Guitars by calling 602-243-8579 or 602-510-6461.Bruce Kulick is currently working on a new solo album, tentatively titled "BK3". The CD will feature guest appearances by John Corabi (MÖTLEY CRÜE, UNION, RATT, ESP) Gene Simmons (KISS), Nick Simmons (Gene's son) and Tobias Sammet (EDGUY, AVANTASIA).ESP (ERIC SINGER PROJECT), the band featuring Kulick, Corabi, Eric Singer (KISS, ALICE COOPER), and Chuck Garric (ALICE COOPER, DIO), will embark on a European tour in early 2009.

GENE, SHANNON & SOPHIE AT LA DERBY DOLLS MATCH

Photos by: Stalkerazzi
Courtesy: L.A. Derby Dolls
Gene on guitar, Sophie and Shannon singing the National Anthem at the LA DERBY DOLLS match Saturday, December 13, 2008.
About The LA Derby Dolls: Founded in September 2003, the L.A. Derby Dolls is the premiere all-female, banked-track, quad-skating rock 'n' roller derby league in the Southern California area. Athletic and alluring, the L.A. Derby Dolls strive to be the fastest, most fearless ladies in fishnets. Within the league there are four teams: The Fight Crew, The Sirens, The Tough Cookies, and the Varsity Brawlers. While their uniforms may be stylish and their names playful do not be fooled by appearances - the L.A. Derby Dolls only skate pure, unscripted, real roller derby. For more information please visit:www.derbydolls.com/la.

BRUCE KULICK ON NORTHERN LIGHTS ORCHESTRA

INTRODUCING THE NORTHERN LIGHT ORCHESTRA:Northern Light Orchestra highlights majestic, orchestrated rock music featuring soaring vocals, incredible guitar solos worthy of true "guitar hero" status, and pounding rhythms sure to impress and invigorate the baby boomer generation that grew up on what is today classic rock! Combined with the talents of executive producer and longtime record mogul Russ Regan, (responsible for over 800 million record sales with such artists as Neil Diamond, Elton John, and Barry White as well as soundtracks such as "Flashdance" and "Jesus Christ Superstar"), NLO is slated to become a seasonal live performance and recording entity that provides the very best in entertainment!The brainchild of re-mix keyboardist/writer Brian Stewart (Backstreet Boys, Robert Plant, Hall & Oates, Poe) and produced by industry veteran Ken Mary (House Of Lords, Trik Turner, Alice Cooper, Beach Boys), NLO is designed to create a total musical experience combining the powerful drama of Webber and Rice's "Jesus Christ Superstar" with the emotionally moving musical styles of Electric Light Orchestra, Yes, and Kansas. Vocalists and musicians appearing on NLO have been responsible for the sale of over 200 million albums worldwide and include members and former members of household names such as the Beach Boys, Sly And The Family Stone, Alice Cooper, Survivor, Steely Dan, Firehouse, Megadeth, Sister Sledge, Quiet Riot, Vanilla Fudge, Winger, Bob Carlisle, Guns N' Roses, Grand Funk Railroad, Kiss, House Of Lords, and Whitesnake, just to name a few. Live performances will highlight a spectacular light and video presentation, theatrical movements, as well as incredible musicianship all assembled to tell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ over two thousand years ago.The new nine-track release of Northern Light Orchestra, The Spirit of Christmas, provides merely a hint of what is to come, with nine additional tracks already in production for next year. The album will be available exclusively through iTunes on December 23rd, 2008. A physical release is expected in mid-2009 through VSR Music Group / EMI-CMG.WebLink: www.myspace.com/northernlightorchestra.
Northern Light Orchestra musicians:Vocals: Phil Bardowell (Beach Boys, Magdalen) Bob Carlisle ("Butterfly Kisses") Eddie James (Gospel Singer) Jon Gibson (Jon Gibson) Robin Mcauley (Survivor) Debbie Sledge (Sister Sledge) Rose Stone (Sly And The Family Stone).Guitars: Doug Aldrich (Whitesnake) Kendall Bechtel (Fifth Angel) Lanny Cordola (House Of Lords) Jason Hook (Alice Cooper, Mandy Moore) Bruce Kulick (Kiss, Grand Funk Railroad) Bill Leverty (Firehouse) George Lynch (Dokken, Lynchmob) Elliot Randell (Steely Dan).Bass: David Ellefson (Megadeth, F5) Chuck Wright (Quiet Riot, Vanilla Fudge)Drums: Ken Mary (Alice Cooper, House Of Lords)Strings: Kip Winger (Winger, Alice Cooper)Keys: Dizzy Reed (Guns N' Roses) Brian Stewart (Backstreet Boys, Poe)

ACE FREHLEY ON VH1 CLASSIC'S 'THAT METAL SHOW'

Look for Ace Frehley to make an appearance on That Metal Show on December 20. The show airs at 11pm EST on VH1 Classic.

Saturday, December 13, 2008

ARCHIVE/BRUCE KULICK Q & A 1989

In a series of KISS MASK Archive Interviews, Mark Cooper sat down with Bruce Kulick in August, which first appeared in the September 11, 1989 issue (#3) of Kiss Mask Magazine. In celebration of Bruce's birthday yesterday, we bring you Bruce Kulick!

What are you doing in most recent days? Do you feel to hit the road again?
I'm writing and recuperating. Writing great songs with Paul, Gene and Adam (Mitchell) and mending my collar bone. It broke in a car accident. I wasn't in one though! A car hit me crossing a street.
(Editor's Note: Bruce broke his collar bone after being hit by a car, over the summer, while in Los Angeles during a break with KISS.)

What do you enjoy/hate most about touring?
...Love playing for our fans. A new city every day.

What are some projects that you would like to do while in KISS? Outside of KISS?
Maybe some session work, writing music and produce some bands.

How long have you known each member of KISS?
Paul the longest... ten years or so. Eric and Gene six years.

What has been the most valuable lesson learned (so far) in KISS?
Go for it and burn! Do what you're great at, the best you can.

Can you sing well? Do you think you'll get a chance to sing (lead) while in KISS?
Not really. My backround singing is a help, but the lead singing stays in the shower!

What KISS songs are you most proud of co-writing?
"King of the Mountian," "Hell Or High Water," "No,No,No."

Whom do you have the best relationship with in KISS?
All members about the same, although Eric and I get to spend a lot of time together.

Do you plan on producing other artists?
Yes. The first group I worked with 'Electric Angels' will be singed to Atlantic Records soon!!

What do you see in KISS' future?
More albums, tours and lots of fun with the guys and our fans.

What was it like to play in MeatLoaf?
We toured for a year. What an extreme personality so I learned a lot.

What are your fondest memories of playing in BlackJack?
Opening for Peter Frampton for thousands of screaming girls!!
-Bruce Kulick






THE TWELVE DAY OF KISSMAS! THE KISS COFFEEHOUSE!

KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #12!
The KISS CoffeeHouse
What a great way to warm a Kiss
fans soul? Kiss coffee! A host of
cool merchandise and awesome
Kiss inspired coffee blends can be
found at the one and only Kiss
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Wicked Rock and Roll Over graphics
on the front and KISS Coffeehouse logo,
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clip and magnetic adhesive included.
Record what you want, when you want &
bring KISS along for the ride!
Wanna win $50 to use at kisscoffeehouse.com?
Just post on YouTube showing us how you
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two winners every month this winter.
Get creative & have fun!Visit
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to purchase the Keychain now.

Friday, December 12, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY BRUCE!


HAPPY BIRTHDAY
WISHES TO
BRUCE KULICK!

Bruce was born
December 12, 1953
in Brooklyn, NY.

Bands: KISS, Blackjack, Union,
MeatLoaf, Eric Singer Project,
Grand Funk Railroad, Good Rats.
with Billy Squier:Tale of the Tape (1980)
with Blackjack:Blackjack (1979)Worlds Apart (1980)
with The Good Rats:Great American Music (1981)with Michael BoltonMichael Bolton (1983)with KISS:Asylum (1985)Crazy Nights (1987)Smashes, Thrashes & Hits (1988)Hot in the Shade (1989)Revenge (1992)Alive III (1993)Kiss My Ass (1994)Unplugged (1996)Carnival of Souls: The Final Sessions (1997)The Box Set (2001)
with Union:Union (1998)Live in the Galaxy (1999)The Blue Room (2000)Do Your Own Thing Live (2005)
with ESP:Lost & Spaced (1998)ESP (1999)Live in Tokyo (2006)Live at the Marquee (2006)SOLO:Audio Dog (2001)Transformer (2003) KKB74(2008)
Other work:Don Johnson: Let It Roll (1989)Eric Carr: Rockology (2000) Produced by Bruce Kulick.KISS Tribute Spin The Bottle (2004)Gene Simmons: Asshole (2004)Bruce and Bob Kulick: KISS Forever (2005) KISS Instructional DVDLordi: The Arockalypse (2006)Paul Stanley: Live to Win (2006)

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! KISS MERCHANDISE!


KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #11!


How about a gift certificate
from the Kiss Army Warehouse?

KAW is offering a 10% coupon (until
12/14/08) and having a sale $1, $5,
$10, $15 & $20 sale on selected Kiss
merchandise until 12/31/08.

Pictured is the new CREATURES of the
NIGHT throw- AWESOME!!



Check out Kiss Army Warehouse at:

http://www.kissarmywarehouse.com/cart.php

Thursday, December 11, 2008

ERIC SINGER INTERVIEW WITH FURY ROCKS

Fury Rocks: In the '80s it seemed that a lot of drummers wanted to be fast and faster like Dave Lombardo (SLAYER), for example. What do you think about it?

Singer: I call it the "Drummer Olympics." It's like who can be the fastest human in the race. I gotta say, there are some amazing drummers nowadays. I think the reason is that nowadays they have much better tools to learn from than when I grew up. At that time we didn't have DVDs, videos, MTV and all these instruction tapes and private lessons. Now you can go and take lessons from some of these drummers by buying their instruction DVDs, using computer programs. Now you have all this best information available to you. These kids have a lot of great learning tools nowadays. I also realized that I never had the ambition to be faster than everybody. That is not important to me. I leave it up to the guys that enjoy it. When I see it, I am blown away by these guys' fantastic technique. I admire what they do but it is not something that I aspire to do.

Fury Rocks: You grew up during the beat generation. In that time, the drums were recorded with only two microphones and the sound was, let's say, slight. Nowadays drummers have much more possibilities. Where do you see further capabilities?

Singer: I was influenced by a lot of '60s music, but probably more by the '70s stuff. I was born 1958 so by the time the early '70s were around, I was a teenager. That's the age when music has the most impact. Well, I think everybody should explore whatever different styles and technologies that they like. For me, I still like the idea of just playing real drums and live in a band. In some bands it works good with backing tracks or loops, you know, especially in bands like those of MADONNA and BEYONCÉ. Something like this would have these really big productions on record and to reproduce it live you almost have to do it. And also they have everything with the lights synchronized with the computers and with the dancers, it is very important to keep in. To me, one of the most important things in rock 'n' roll is the human aspect. You know, playing the instruments and keeping it real and live. The beauty is, sometimes you are not having such a good night and you make mistakes. But the great thing is, when you play the next show you have the chance to make it better or try something different and experiment. And that's the beauty of playing live drums. To me, you can't reinvent the wheel. I mean, a drummer is basically a drummer. The function of a drummer in the band is to hold the beat and to provide the rhythm. A drummer like Terry Bozzio really took drumming to another level and created it more to an individual voice of an instrument, he has done some incredible things like making drums an instrument that is not just only there to keep time. But that's not the kind of drummer I am. I enjoy just playing live in a band and doing my part of creating this chemistry of sound.
Read the entire interview from Fury Rocks.

PAUL STANLEY NJ ART SHOWS/FEBRUARY 2009


FEBRUARY NJ ART SHOWS

Wentworth Gallery is pleased to present two art exhibitions by artist, rock icon, and legendary KISS frontman Paul Stanley. Paul will make two special appearances at the following Wentworth Gallery locations in February.
Friday - February 27, 2009 - 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Wentworth GalleryThe Shops at Riverside171 Riverside SquareHackensack, NJ For details on the VIP Reception with Paul Stanley or to RSVP please call 201-488-7661 or 800-732-6140.
Saturday - February 28, 2009- 4:00 PM - 7:00 PMWentworth GalleryThe Mall at Short Hills 1200 Morris TurnpikeShort Hills, NJ For details on the VIP Reception with Paul Stanley.
Pictured: Paul & Eric at Paul's art show last weekend in La Jolla, CA. (PaulStanley.com)

MONSTER CIRCUS LAST NIGHT IN VEGAS


BRUCE KULICK filed a report on his website of last night's MONSTER CIRCUS
show at the Las Vegas Hilton-
Monster Circus was formed by Tony Montana (who played bass in Great White but is also a fantastic singer and lead guitarist), Rudy Sarzo (Ozzy, Whitesnake, Quiet Riot and many more) and John Corabi, who needs no introduction for my fans. These three asked Bobby Rock (Nelson, Slaughter, Vinnie Vincent Invasion) to play drums and myself to join them on stage, with Dee Snider (Twisted Sister) and Dave Kushner (Velvet Revolver) as the special guests to play 9 classic hits along with a great show that included fire breathers, pyro, dancers and tight rope style performances in a totally Vegas over-the-top manner. Read the rest at:http://www.kulick.net/message/
Photo of Bruce Kulick and Rudy Sarzo by Valerie Nerres Photography

KISS SPOOF ON COMEDY CENTRAL'S CHOCOLATE NEWS

David Alan Grier's Comedy Central Chocolate News.
"KISS My Ass
Before Gene Simmons, before the Hollywood Walk of Fame, KISS was just another all-black arena rock band from New Orleans."


Check out this hilarious spoof on KISS. Watch the clip-

http://www.comedycentral.com/shows/chocolate_news/index.jhtml

FIRST KISS ALBUM IN TEN YEARS!

KISS MAKING FIRST ALBUM SINCE 1998
(from Billboard.com)
Jonathan Cohen, N.Y.

Kiss has reversed course and decided to hit the studio next year to record its first new album since 1998's "Psycho Circus." Guitarist Paul Stanley will produce.
In recent years, bassist Gene Simmons has been vocal about his lack of enthusiasm about making a new album, which he attributes to the state of the business.
"The record industry is in such a mess," he told Billboard in November 2007. "There is nothing in me that wants to go in there and do new music. How are you going to deliver it? How are you going to get paid for it if people can just get it for free?"

In 2006, Stanley told Billboard making a new Kiss album in the shadow of the band's classic repertoire would be a formidable challenge. "The fact is, [fans] may tolerate the new songs, but it's the old ones you want to hear," he said. "I think Jimmy Page and Robert Plant found that out. The [Rolling] Stones certainly know it. The Who certainly know it. So unless you're willing to go into the studio accepting that how your album will be received will never match your expectations, I'm not sure it's worth the effort."

Stanley admitted complete control would change his mind. "I would consider doing it if I could do it the way I wanted to do it," he explained, adding that his 2006 solo album "Live To Win" confirmed how he'd "like music to sound that I'm a part of. To do another Kiss album, I would not be willing to compromise my point of view perhaps as much as I have in recent years."

It's unknown how Kiss will distribute the album, which will feature original members Stanley and Simmons alongside guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer.Following its 35th anniversary tour, which primarily played Europe this summer, Kiss is expected to hit North America at some point in 2009.

Below is a link to Paul's interview on San Diego's KUSI TV News while in La Jolla, CA., for his art showing at Wentworth, discussing KISS doing a new album and a tour of the US and Europe-
http://www.kusi.com/news/goodmorning/35654524.html

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! PAUL STANLEY'S GUITARS!


KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #10! A PAUL STANLEY GUITAR!


Who wouldn't want one of these beauties under their tree?

KISS Paul Stanley PS600SLB Guitar (pictured)
PS 600SLB - list....$1,249.90 You Pay....$695.00 Mahogany body
Gloss finish
Tune-o-matic bridge
Star Tailpiece
Egnater pickups
3-way toggle switch
2 volume, 1 tone control
Mahogany set neck
Rosewood fingerboard with unique gothic inlays
22 jumbo frets
24.75" scale
18:1 Grover® tuners
Buzz Feiten Tuning System™
Case GB4 included.
There are 11 different types available at KISS Museum.
You can view and order your favorite at

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

GENE SIMMONS TALKS WITH BILLBOARD-VIDEO



GENE TALKS WITH BILLBOARD ABOUT THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL of FAME and the TOURING BUSINESS!

KISS ARMY AUSTRALIA KISSMAS PARTY


KISSMAS PARTY IN SYDNEY!

It's the season to Rock 'N' Roll All Nite with


fellow members of the KISS ARMY!


The KISS ARMY Australia will hold a Sydney


KISSMAS Party at 8PM on Saturday, December 20


at the Forest Inn 4467 Forest Rd, Bexley , NSW.


The fan run event features an unplugged set from KISS Tribute band,


KISSTERIA, trivia & prizes and official KISS merchandise!






For more information click on link
http://www.kissarmyaustralia.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=6662 .

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! KISS ALIVE SERIES


KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #10!
The KISS ALIVE CD
Collection.
What a better way to own all
KISS live recordings than
finding them all under your
tree at once! KISS ALIVE!,
KISS ALIVE II, KISS ALIVE
III, KISS SYMPHONY and if
you can find it- The KISS
ALIVE Box Set Collection!
You can purchase these
releases at fine music retailers, the KissOnline Shop & Amazon.com.

Tuesday, December 9, 2008

KISS FAN-RUN KISSMAS PARTY IN GERMANY


DECEMBER 20 IN OBERHAUSEN

The 2008 German KISSMAS Party will be held on

Saturday, December 20 at Chill -

Da Halle, Knappenstrasse,

46047 Oberhausen.

The fan run event will feature a

performance

KISS Tribute band,

KISSIN TIME.
Visit www.kissfanclub.de for more information.

BRUCE KULICK & MONSTER CIRCUS TONITE IN VEGAS!

TONIGHT AT LAS VEGAS HILTON!
Monster Circus (featuring Bruce Kulick, Rudy Sarzo, John Corabi, Tony Montana and Bobby Rock, with special guest Dee Snider), will be appearing Tuesday, December 9, 2008, at The Las Vegas Hilton.
Doors open at 5:00 pm and the show starts at 6:30 pm. Admission is free, but everyone is encouraged to please bring a new, unwrapped toy to be collected by the National Guard as part of the Toys For Tots campaign. If you would like to bring canned goods those will also be donated to families in need with the support of the National Guard.

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! 2009 KISS TICKETS!


KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #9!
KISS TICKETS!
KISS Tickets for their upcoming
2009 tour! Make up mock
tickets on one of your PC programs, including the city,
the year, the venue and of
course, the name of the band-
KISS! And place two tickets in
a card saying "You have two
tickets for the Hottest Band in
the World-KISS!" And get your
KISS fan two tickets for you and
them when KISS tour in 2009!

Monday, December 8, 2008

ESP 2009 EUROPEAN TOUR-UPDATED!

ERIC SINGER PROJECT/EUROPE 2009 TOUR
Here is an updated list of dates for ESP

Feb. 06 - Kaiserslautern, Germany - Fritz Walter Stadion
Feb. 07 - Freiburg, Germany - Brauerei Ganther
Feb. 08 - Oberhausen, Germany - Schilderhalle
Feb. 09 - Uden, Holland - The Nieuwe Pul
Feb. 10 - Prague, Czech Republic - Retro Hall
Feb. 13 - Roncade, Italy - New Age Club
Feb. 14 - Pinarella di Cervia, Italy - Rock Planet Club
Feb. 16 - Verviers, Belgium - Route 66
Feb. 17 - Memmingen, Germany - Kaminwerke
Feb. 18 - Pratteln, Switzerland - Z7
Feb. 20 - Bergen, Norway - Garage Club
Feb. 21 - Jevnaker, Norway - Glassheim
Feb. 22 - Helsinki, Finland - Nosturi Club

Promo trailer for ESP's "LIVE AT HE MARQUEE" DVD:

GENE SIMMONS AND DAUGHTER SOPHIE TO PERFORM NATIONAL ANTHEM AT LA DERBY DOLLS MEET

THE LAS DERBY DOLLS: All-Girl, Quad Skating, Unscripted and Completely REAL Banked Track Roller Derby Action!
L.A. Derby Dolls Banked Track All-Star Exhibition Roller Derby: L.A. Ri-Ettes Vs. Santa's Little Helpers.
Saturday, December 13th, 2008Times: Doors at 6:00 pm at 1910 Temple St., Los Angeles, 90026.
Tickets: $20 general admission (ride your bike and get a $2 discount!); $40 for VIPPre-sale tickets: www.derbydolls.com/la/Parking: General parking available for $8 at City Of Angels Medical Center, 1711 West Temple, Temple and Union, one block from venue.
Featuring: Sophie Tweed-Simmons singing the National Anthem as her father, co-founder of the legendary band KISS, GENE SIMMONS accompanies her on bass guitar.

BRUCE KULICK IN LAS VEGAS TOMMOROW NIGHT

BRUCE KULICK & MONSTER CIRCUS PERFORM DECEMBER 9 AT LAS VEGAS HILTON!
from http://www.kulick.net/news.shtml#monstercircus
Monster Circus (featuring Bruce Kulick, Rudy Sarzo, John Corabi, Tony Montana and Bobby Rock, with special guest Dee Snider), will be appearing Tuesday, December 9, 2008, at The Las Vegas Hilton.

Doors open at 5:00 pm and the show starts at 6:30 pm. Admission is free, but everyone is encouraged to please bring a new, unwrapped toy to be collected by the National Guard as part of the Toys For Tots campaign. If you would like to bring canned goods those will also be donated to families in need with the support of the National Guard.

GENE SIMMONS INTERVIEW WITH THE EDMONTON SUN

GENE SIMMONS the Dictator

By FISH GRIWKOWSKY
Gene Simmons, ever the promotional multitasker. Paid and flown in to E-town to cut the ribbon on a new Future Shop while simultaneously promoting his new Guitar Hero axe, he's also in the city to scout new talent for his record label.
Simmons sees himself as an early prospector of our country's untapped, future musical gold mine, internationally.
Working with Universal, he wants to find bands who posses both that undefinable "it" but also the egoless willingness to let an experienced rocker like him call not just some, but all the important shots.
KISS WILL HIT EDMONTON
In a sit-down interview at the Hotel Mac Friday, he reminisced, threw a proposal to take over the NHL's marketing on the table and confirmed a number of basics. KISS will be touring again this summer and back in Edmonton as soon possible - one of their very first gigs as a band was at the U of A, after all.
Repeatedly referring to himself as someone who sees the big picture, I asked him what he would do if he was president of the United States.
With some shocking and fascinating ideas, the bass legend with the giant tongue did the rest of the talking.
"You couldn't pay me enough. Because a lot of people would try to knock me off. Because I don't give a s---. I have a Schwarzeneggerian point of view. Which is if you have enough money to say, to do ... what you think is right that you're elected for, there are no political repercussions and you don't care. Not about your party, not about anything.

Read the rest at:
http://www.edmontonsun.com/Entertainment/Music/2008/12/07/7659136-sun.html
Video of Gene in Edmonton:

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! THE KISSOLOGY SERIES!


KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #8!
The KISSOLOGY Series!
As KISS fans we know this is The Collection of KISS for
sight and sound and for someone scouting for that
special KISSMAS gift, this is it!
KISS' rich history is captured on film with video, interviews and live concerts as well as many KISS moments and their motion picture, KISS MEETS THE PHANTOM of the PARK! KISSOLOGY Vol. 1,2 &3 are
available at the KissOnline Shop and all fine music retailers.
KISSONLINE:

Sunday, December 7, 2008

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! BRUCE KULICK'S KKB74!


KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #7! BRUCE KULICK'S KKB74.
In 1974, a twenty year old Bruce Kulick from Jackson Heights, New York, along with drummer Guy Bois and bassist Mike Katz recorded a 8 song tape inspired
by their musical heroes, Cream, Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles and Yes.
The result is a very cool and trippy type collection
of material for your ears that you don't want to miss! Recorded in a professional 8 track studio, Bruce found a TEAC reel-to-reel machine at a garage sale in 2006 and found a Realistic Brand tape box in his closet and was floored
to have found a tape of these recordings that he has now brought to CD. Released in March 2008 with a limited edition run of 1,000 copies with a KKB guitar pick (while supplies last). You can hear a sample and purchase KKB74 at http://www.kulick.net/

Saturday, December 6, 2008

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! GENE SIMMONS AXE!


KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #6!
THE GENE SIMMONS AXE GUITAR!
This wireless guitar controller is
brand new for the holiday shopping season.
This unique
guitar, just like Gene's bass, is
designed for Guitar Hero 1, 2 ,3 &4. Also Rock Band 1&2 and
compatible with Playstation
1&2, and Nintendo Wii.
2.4 GHZ of wireless power
with 30ft. range. 40+ hour of battery life (requires 3 AA batteries, not included).
Retails for $79.99. Order now
for item to be shipped after
December 15, 2008. 20 pre-order
customers to win hand-signed
guitars from Gene himself!
You can order it

Friday, December 5, 2008

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! KISS IKONS!


The 12 Days of KISSMAS! KISSMAS gift idea #5!
KISS IKONS/Universal Music 2008
KISS IKONS is a unique box set featuring 56 classic Kiss songs (from each member) on 4 discs with each disc coinciding bandmember color as well as a color booklet. Klassic Kiss!
Paul Stanley: 'Detroit Rock City', 'Love Gun', 'Take Me', 'Strutter', 'C'mon And Love Me', 'Hotter Than Hell', '100,000 Years', 'Rock Bottom', 'Do You Love Me?', 'All American Man', 'Mr. Speed', 'I Stole Your Love', 'Wouldn't You Like To Know Me', 'I Was Made For Lovin' You'.
Gene Simmons: 'God Of Thunder', 'Almost Human', 'Calling Dr. Love', 'Ladies Room', 'Christine Sixteen', 'Deuce', 'Rock And Roll All Nite', 'Cold Gin', 'Parasite', 'Larger Than Life', 'Love 'em And Leave 'Em', 'Plaster Caster', 'Radioactive', 'Charisma'.
Ace Frehley: 'New York Groove', 'Shock Me', '2,000 Man', 'Rocket Ride', 'Snow Blind', 'Speedin' Back To My Baby', 'Talk To Me', 'What's On Your Mind', 'Rip It Out', 'Save Your Love', 'Hard Times', 'Two Sides Of The Coin', 'Dark Light', 'Into The Void'. Peter Criss: 'Hard Luck Woman', 'Baby Driver', 'Hooligan', 'Beth', 'I Can't Stop The Rain', 'Black Diamond', 'Mainline', 'Don't You Let Me Down'', 'Dirty Livin'', 'Getaway', 'Strange Ways', 'That's The Kind Of Sugar Papa Likes', 'Easy Thing', 'I Finally Found My Way'.
You can purchase IKONS at any fine music retailer or order at AMAZON.COM-

Thursday, December 4, 2008

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! KISS iDOGS!


KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #4:
KISS i DOGS by Tiger.

*As a tribute to the rock group known as the "Hottest Band in the Land," the KISS KOLLECTION from I-DOG rock loud and proud
*Just plug these rockin' puppies into your music player and listen while they play your music through their built-in speakers or your headphones
*Try placing i-Dog near a speaker, then press his nose and watch him move as he grooves to the beat. He even changes his mood to suit your music
*Play something new and he will entertain you with expressive movements and flashing LED lights that change color
*Watch his ears move and groove as he rocks out to your favorite tunes
You can purchase KISS idogs at fine retailers and order at AMAZON.COM

ACE FREHLEY HAS OFFICIAL SITE!


ACE FREHLEY now has an official site http://www.acefrehley.com/ .

Images are designed by Ace himself.

Just sign up at the top of the page--

"Countdown is comin' on- Rocket Ride!"

Ace's website launches December 15 at 12 Noon EST.

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

NO KISS/QUEEN TOUR NEXT YEAR

It looks as though the rumoured KISS/QUEEN tour for the summer of 2009 will not happen. Austrian newspaper "Osterreich" is reporting that Queen have split with lead singer Paul Rodgers. The band played a show last Saturday in Rio de Janeiro and was the final show. The band appearently sold 12,000 copies in the US of it's last album "The Cosmo Rocks" and did disapointing numbers on Queen's last US jaunt (where ticket prices were among the highest of touring bands. Some ticket prices were as high as $200 for a standard seat in some markets.) and all US tour dates for 2009 have been shelved.

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! FAMILY JEWELS!

KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #3:
GENE SIMMONS FAMILY JEWELS on A&E!
On the third day of KISSMAS we find GENE
SIMMONS' FAMILY JEWELS- The Complete 3rd
Season under our tree.
This 4 dvd set is over 600 minutes in length and
features the Simmon's, Gene, Shannon, Nick and
Sophie and all of their escapades, in box set
release.
This show is hilarious, especially when Nick and
Sophie get on Gene's case. Season's 1 & 2 are also available
Family Jewels is available at all fine music
retailers and department stores.
Order at AMAZON.COM

Tuesday, December 2, 2008

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! SEALED WITH A KISS!

KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #2:
LYDIA CRISS: SEALED WITH A KISS!
On the 2nd day of KISSMAS my true love gave to me, one of the great KISS books,
Lydia Criss' Sealed With A Kiss!
This deluxe hardcover monster coffee table book is jam packed with over 1,500 rare and never-before-published photos.
Lydia Criss, a photographer herself, takes you on her personal journey of life with Peter Criss before, during and after Kiss- in photo and text- Written by Lydia. Candid shots of Kiss on and off stage, never before photos of Kiss' LOVE GUN tour from Lydia's
own camera lense. You can order SWAK
or from AMAZON.COM

Monday, December 1, 2008

THE TWELVE DAYS OF KISSMAS! ONE LIVE KISS!

KISSMAS GIFT IDEA #1:
1st Day of KISSMAS: We start day 1 with a must -have item that should be under your tree - PAUL STANLEY: ONE LIVE KISS!

Directed handsomely by Louis Antonelli, this 19 song live concert shot at Chicago's House of Blues during Paul's 2007 LIVE TO WIN tour.Set list: Live To Win; Hide Your Heart; A Million To One; Got To Choose; Move On; Bulletproof; Tonight You Belong To Me; Lick It Up; Wouldn't You Like To Know Me?; Magic Touch; I Still Love You; Strutter; Every Time I See You Around; Do You Love Me?; I Want You; Love Gun; Lift; Detroit Rock City; Goodbye
ONE LIVE KISS is available at all Best Buy
locations and fine music retailers!

CLICK IT UP! POD KISST!


Check out the POD KISSt site for all things KISS!! It's easy to join and takes less than a minute, just register and you're in! Click here-http://mykisslife.net/podkisst/2008/11/27/podkisst-11-part-1-25-years-of-“lick-it-up”/

KISS MASK INTERVIEW WITH DEUCE NEWS

Recently, KISS MASK'S Frank Hagan sat down with Italy's Deuce News for a one -on -one interview. Here is the transcript of that interview.
(NEXT KISS MASK ARCHIVE INTERVIEWS: In celebration of their birthdays in the month of December, KISS MASK will present the CATMAN, PETER CRISS and BRUCE KULICK! STARTING NEXT WEEK ON KISS MASK WEBZINE!)

Today I've the pleasure to introduce you my buddy J. Frank Hagan. Frank is currently running a great weblog KISSMASKWEBZINE born in June 2008, but his KISS jobs are really a little bit older.

Hi Frank, let's talk about KISSMASK, the fanzine!.

I started the fanzine in 1988. It was around the time when there were about twenty five KISS fanzines going at one time. So many that KISS gave us all credit on the "Hot In The Shade" album and KISSTORY. I loved doing it because I was in the printing business and one of my jobs was proof-reading as well. I met an enormous amount of people through KISS MASK and made a lot of good friends through that 'zine. It was a very exciting experience. Now through the webzine I meet cool people such as yourself. So, through the band I still continue to make good friends.

You came out with great interviews (I recently translated the one with Eric Carr).Can you tell us your impression about the KISS member you've met?

Although I've met Gene and Paul many times, I've never interviewed neither. Eric Carr was just so cool. I can't say enough things about him. He was very supportive of KISS MASK from the begining. So was Bruce Kulick, always there. Ace was hilarious. My interview with him was a laugh a minute. I'm not so sure he wasn't buzzed when I interviewed him. Peter was also very cool. Very accomodating. I've met both Ace and Peter many times. It's always a treat being around them. One of the most interesting interviews for me was Bill Aucoin. He is very informative and honest. Eddie Kramer is fascinating to say the least I know Bill and Eddie are not KISS members, but they are so important to the history of KISS.

You are also known as Wildwoodkiss75 in some KISS forums, would you like to tell our Italian friends the nice story behind that?

I first saw the KISS in Wildwood, NJ in 1975. I wasn't supposed to see the band. My mom saw KISS on the Mike Douglass Show and forbid me to see them. She didn't know what to make of them. I was actually at the Jersey Shore that summer in nearby Cape May and my brother was going to the show. He got me in and we never told me mom until later when I was older. Ever since that time in Wildwood, I was hooked on KISS. My one brother was into the Doors. My other brother was into Led Zeppelin and I had KISS! I had no idea they were recording the show until later on. I believe they used "Black Diamond" from Wildwood, NJ. So that's where I got my screen name.You are a photographer right?Yes I am. I have not only photographed KISS but also Van Halen, Iron Maiden, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley, among others. I love photographing KISS. They are so animated. They give you great poses. They really know how to work a photo.

Coming back to the web, you know your weblog is one of my daily readings, why did you decide to come back with a fanzine (on line this time)?

Thanks! I read yours too on a daily basis! There is so much activity on the web. I really missed writing about my favorite band. I worked with several fanzines after I folded MASK. With MASK, I just didn't have the time for it anymore. And I still continue to write and photograph for some European websites and 'zines. I missed the creative control and I thought what a great avenue to reach so many more people than on the web.

2009 seems to become a really great year for us diehard KISS fans. What do you think about?

I think KISS is going to have a stellar year in 2009. I think they will do a new album. I think the time is right for new KISS music. I hear all the time that it's not real KISS and yes KISS will always be Gene, Peter, Ace and Paul. The original four will always come to mind. But there are many formations of KISS. Eric has been associated with KISS since 1989. Tommy's been on board for so many years. They are part of the KISS family. And if Gene and Paul want to continue doing the band, they have every right to do so. It's their baby. I think a new album will come. Paul is certainly hinting around about it in the press. The idea of Paul Stanley producing is very appealing to me. The guy reeks of talent. KISS will finally tour the US next year as well as going back to Europe. While they are out there they should go back to Australia and Japan. They draw huge crowds there as well. KISS attracted huge crowds in Europe in '08 as well. I think it's going to be an exciting year for KISS as well as the fans!

Frank, I really thank you, for spending some time here on my DeuceNews, hope to really meet you somewhere, sometime.

Thanx Deuce! You must visit the US when KISS tour. We'll hang for sure!

NEXT KISS MASK ARCHIVE INTERVIEWS: the CATMAN, PETER CRISS and BRUCE KULICK! STARTING NEXT WEEK ON KISS MASK WEBZINE!

Check out Deuce News at http://deucenews.jimdo.com/deuce-n-views-interviews/