KISS Will Play Oslo, Norway Tonight

KISS' ONLY 2012 SCANDINAVIAN SHOW

KISS will headline the 2nd night of the Kollen Summer Festival in Oslo, Norway tonight! The concert will take place at the Holmenkollen National Arena - the roof of Oslo - made world famous by its iconic ski jump that can be seen from all over the capital.

”KISS Saturday on the big stage at Kollen is a dream come true. To really experience a band like KISS you need a stage that justifies the greatness of the band, and Kollen is the only festival in Norway that can provide just that. It’s flat out extremely cool to be able to give Oslo an exclusive concert with the worlds largest rock ’n’ roll circus as the grand finale on the first edition of Kollen ever.” – Pål Jakobsen, head of booking Kollen.

Visit www.kollenfest.no/ for more information on the show, or www.billettservice.no/ to purchase tickets.

PAUL STANLEY on 'EXTRA' Tonight

Update: Paul's segment had been bumped, most likely due to the Tom & Katie crisis coverage.

PAUL STANLEY on 'EXTRA' TV Tonight!

DVR ALERT!

Paul Stanley, is intervewed from inside his Beverly Hills home, speaks to 'Exrta's Michael Corbett  about "The Tour" and the new album MONSTER.
Check your local listings or go to www.extratv.com for show times in your area.

KISS MASK Now on Facebook

Kiss Mask Webzine Now On Facebook!

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KISS to Unleash A MONSTER in October

BIGGEST BAND IN AMERICA – KISS - TO UNLEASH A MONSTER IN OCTOBER


Legendary Band’s 20th Studio Album, first single "Hell or Hallelujah" available July 2 Internationally and July 3 in North America

"The music is all hard-edged — they call it "thunderock" — and throughout their electrical storm solid craftsmanship prevails." – Rolling Stone, 1978

"Nice to hear some things never change." Spin, 2009

"We’re a real, flesh-and-blood rock and roll band with people who’ve spent 40 years doing what we believe in." – Paul Stanley, 2012

Rock legends KISS return with Monster, the 20th studio album in their historic career, set for release in October through Universal Music Enterprises. The 12-track, straight-ahead rock 'n' roll album features collaborations among all four members—including co-founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons and longtime members guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer—in an album that shows the band at the top of its game. And that’s saying something, considering their illustrious, 40-plus year history—28 U.S. gold albums, the most gold records for any American rock band, 40 million sales in the U.S., and a total exceeding 100 million worldwide.

Read more Here!

1980 KISS Photographer Offers Photos For Sale

1980 KISS Photo Shoot Shots For Sale!

Photographer Wolfgang Heliemann, who was shooting for Bravo! Magazine, is offering KISS photos from 1980 available for purchase. You can order and check out his awesome photos here at his website.

KISStory, June 28, 1996: Tiger Stadium

KISS ALIVE/WORLDWIDE TOUR OPENS in DETROIT

KISS MASK WEBZINE
DETROIT, MI.,June 28, 1996: KISS opens their Alive/Worldwide Tour, known as the Reunion tour, at Detroit's Tiger Stadium (Yes, I was there) in front of a sold-out crowd of 43,000. The tour became Kiss' highest grossing tour ever at $143 million dollars, (the highest grossing tour of the year) which had the Kiss playing multiple nights in cities and forcing Kiss to rearrange the already planned tour dates to accomodate such high demand. Three sold-out nights in Philadelphia, which was on the tour scheduled for July, were moved to October, as well as a host of other cities. The entire tour had to be replanned out. Kiss played four sold-out nights at New York's Madison Square Garden ( I was at all four shows) on July 25, 26, 27, 28. This Detroit show (besides the warm-up show in Irvine, CA., earlier in the month) marked the first time Gene, Ace, Peter and Paul toured together since 1979's Dynasty tour.

Check out video of KISS opening the show with "Deuce."

Is This KISS' MONSTER Artwork?

Is This The MONSTER?

This album cover has been leaked online via Melodic Rock's Twitter account.

We're not 100% sure this is the actual cover. No word from the Kiss camp since it surfaced this morning.

There have been many questionable covers  for MONSTER circling the internet from everything from cartoonish, to a painting to a photo cover.

Gene Simmons recently stated that Kiss decided on a photo of the band for the cover, but I'll believe it when I see it. I'd rather see a painting or artwork rather than the typical photo.
Real or Fake?

We'll see in October!

KISS Concert On AT&T U-Verse Video On Demand

Kissonline
Catch the KISS performance from the AT&T Block Party in New Orleans at the Men’s Final Four Big Dance Concert Series, now on AT&T U-verse On Demand! See below for tune-in information:

Available on U-verse:

· Chl 1800/Showcase (on weekends)
· U-verse On Demand under “Featured” category
· uverse.com/KISS
· U-verse App for smartphone: U-verse Specials

The concert will be available through 8/30/12.

TOMMY THAYER Highlights as Legends Classic Returns in July

 

Tommy Thayer to Return as Host of Pacific Legends Golf Classic

Tommy Thayer will return as Host of The 6th Annual Pacific University's Golf Legends Classic which will take place July 29-30 at the Reserve Vineyards in Aloha.

Returning are the Eagle's Don Felder, Night Ranger's frontman, Jack Blades, Robby Krieger of the Doors, Kiss manager Doc McGhee and Danny Seraphine, original drummer for Chicago.

Joining the tournament this year are professional golfers, Shaun Micheel, Brian Henninger, Tommy Masters and Paige Mackenzie, among others.

For more information and full story go to Pacific University News

GENE SIMMONS at 'Rock of Ages" Premire

Gene Simmons, along with son Nick, arrive together at the "Rock of Ages" premire in Hollywood, CA.,stop by and talk with Sirius Radio 80's DJ and legendary MTV VJ, Martha Quinn. Gene Simmons talks to LA Times reporter Amy Kaufman at the "Rock of Ages" premiere.

Listen: Chris Alexander talks KISS and Fango on WRKR 107.7

Listen: Chris Alexander talks KISS and Fango on WRKR 107.7

FANGORIA's editor-in-chief took to the airwaves to talk KISS: MONSTER-The Official Album and Tour Magazine, as well as FANGORIA #315, both on stands today!
Chris Alexander was on Kalamazoo's rock and roll radio station WRKR FM 107.7 today to chat up the new brand new rags with Fango and KISS loving host Ramone. You can gave a listen to the interview HERE
And if you can't get yourself to your local news stand, be sure to order KISS: MONSTER from our store here.

BRUCE KULICK Releases Limited Edition of 'Audio Dog" Album

Message from Bruce Kulick:

I am happy to announce that the special Limited Edition Audiodog CD will be available to order on my website starting tomorrow, June 26.

The external packaging will be the same as the original pressing, but the disc itself reflects "Limited Edition" and features two new songs not included on the original release: the instrumental "495" and a very special track called "Bruce Sings to Joe."

This Limited Edition pressing will also include a signed, two-sided color postcard (above). The CD is $15 plus S&H/P&P, and a portion of the proceeds from each sale will be donated to the Pet Adoption Fund.

For more information, visit http://www.kulick.net.

KISS' Handprints from The Guitar Center in Hollywood

Kiss were on hand to concrete their handprints and signatures at the Guitar Center on Sunset Blvd., in Hollywood, Ca. Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Bruce Kulick.  Notice the tribute to Eric Carr in the top right hand corner.
Dated May 18, 1993.
Photo (C) 2010/Frank Hagan/KMW

LYDIA CRISS Ready to Unleash Revised "Sealed With A Kiss"

Lydia Criss to Release Revised, Second Edition of "Sealed With A Kiss"

Lydia Criss / Kiss Mask Webzine

Lydia Criss has told Kiss Mask that her revised and second edition of her best-selling book will be ready in July. Heralded as one of the best Kiss books ever published is ready for pre-order.

Lydia told me that the re-release is expanded and  revised. You can order your copy, and I recommend it highly, at www.lydiacriss.com. Prices will be on Lydia's website.

BRUCE KULICK Featured in New Rock Book

Bruce Kulick Featured in "Tales From the Stage."

Bruce is featured in the new book, "Tales From The Stage," a candid interview with 15 well-known hard rock/heavy metal musicians You can use the code KULICK when you order and get 15% off your order.. You can order the book here at http://talesfromthestage.com/

Boomer's Hiring Kiss' Heroes Finalists

Instructions for BOOMER's Hiring Our Heroes Voting

Read the following individual "Notes" below. Each Note represents a US Veteran who is a finalist to meet and interview rock band, KISS, in July for BOOMER Magazine.

We had an overwhelming amount of entries and need YOUR help to determine our hire. Share your favorite Notes with your friends and family on Facebook, and encourage them to "like" their favorite entry. The US Veteran's note that has the most Facebook "Likes" on this page will be selected by BOOMER Magazine for the job.

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KISS Finalist F: William R - Indianapolis, IN

I have been a huge KISS fan since I was in High School some 35 years ago. When I served in The Marine Corps in the 1980's, I had to rebuy all of my KISS music because I was unable to take my albums with me. So I had to get cassette tapes to listen to in my squad bay, and then in my two-man rooms when they were finished.

In the past 3 years, I have seen KISS at the Indiana State fair, on 8/9/10, and at Springfield, Ill, on 7/18/2011 and I have tickets for their concert on 9/1/2012 in Noblesville. I have been to the last 2 KISS expos here In Indianapolis, and gotten my picture taken with Eric Singer twice and with Tommy Thayer once this year, and I was able to talk with Tommy because I am originally from the state of Oregon and found out that Tommy has relatives from my hometown.

 

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KISS Rehearsing for London and Oslo Shows

From Tommy Thayer's Twitter:


"Heading to rehearsal this afternoon with Gene, Eric & Paul. Got Oslo & London shows next week. What do ya wanna hear?"

KISS play the Kollen Festival in Oslo on June 30 and London's HMV Forum (sold out) on July 4.

Tommy's Twitter is: www.twitter.com/tommy_thayer

The KISS ROOM Radio Show

The KISS ROOM Radio Show- Replay

You can check out the June 22 show of the KISS ROOM. Featuring host Matt Porter and your's truly as 'Special Guest.' Lots of KISS music, KISS conversation and an exclusive, never heard before Ace Frehley Interview. Next show is July 27th featuring "The Tour."
Check out the show here: http://theemattporter.podomatic.com/entry/2012-06-22T14_36_15-07_00

BAM Studios Records PAUL STANLEY

Paul Stanley Records Secret KISS Project

BAM Studios Chicago

BAM was honored to record the legendary Paul Stanley of the world renowned rock band KISS yesterday. The singer-guitarist, also known as “The Starchild”, was in concert-ready form to voice a secret KISS project currently in production. During the session Paul not only spoke, but sang, and then had to shout it out loud! It was a rock ‘n roll session to say the least. The amps and speakers in the studio were practically melting during the recording process, but stayed on for the final line of copy “Are you ready to rock!”. BAM’s engineers will be taking a day off to rest their ears. BAM want’s to thank our special client for allowing us to be a part of this amazing project! We can’t wait to see it in action.

KISS Def Leppard Deep Purple Supergroup Promoter Trouble

Anti Music via  Classic Rock Magazine

On Friday KISS Def Leppard Deep Purple Supergroup Promoter Trouble was a top story. Here is the recap: (Classic Rock) The Rock'n'Roll All Stars' promoter is being sued by a venue in Venezuela over claims $270,000 was paid for a cancelled event and never returned.

The eleven-man superstar outfit –including Gene Simmons, Joe Elliott, Glenn Hughes, Sebastian Bach – called off six of their planned nine shows in South America during April and May.

Evenpro, organisers of the event at Campo De Futbol Universidad, Caracas, say they paid up front for a two-hour performance and meet-and-greet session. When it was cancelled Gabe Reed Productions didn't return the cash.

New KISS Single Artwork Revealed

Listen to a 30 second audio clip-
Click on the link below.

The artwork for the new KISS single has been revealed for "Hell Or Hallelujah" which will drop on July 2.

Check out a 30 second sample of the new single here at
Amazon: "Hell Or Hallelujah"

New KISS Single Drops July 2

The new KISS single, "Hell Or Hallelujah," will drop on July 2nd. MONSTER will be released in October.

KISStory, On this Day 1977 -KISS #1

KISS: The Number One Band in America! June 22, 1977

On this day, June 22, 1977, the Gallup Poll announced that KISS was the Number 1 band in the United States. KISS beat out such heavyweights as Led Zeppelin, Aerosmith and The Eagles.

The KISS ROOM Radio Show Debuts Today!

The KISS ROOM Radio Show Debuts Today 3-5 PM (EST)

You can catch the debut episode of THE KISS ROOM on June 22, 2012, 3-5PM (ET) at WWW.MONTCORADIO.COM

 

So much KISS to make you RISE TO IT and SHOUT IT OUT LOUD!
An Interview with ACE FREHLEY.
THE KISS ROOM will take your requests live of your favorite KISS songs.

Introducing THE KISS ROOM, a two hour radio show on the HOTTEST BAND IN THE WORLD- KISS! KISS Music, KISS
Talk, KISS Interviews- ALL KISS!
Hosted by MATT PORTER.
You can catch the debut episode of THE KISS ROOM on June 22, 2012, 3-5PM (ET) at WWW.MONTCORADIO.COM

The KISS ROOM at FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/groups/285415684887844/

KISS MASK Now On Facebook

Kiss Mask Webzine Now On Facebook!

KISS MASK ON FACEBOOK - Like Us On Facebook

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KISS 'MONSTER' Book Pricing Details

 

The new KISS 'MONSTER' book will be priced at $4,299.00 with a special pre-order price of $3,499.00.  Go to www.kissmonsterbook.com for all the details. It is unkown where the book is shipped from, so keep in mind of taxes and shipping fees.

KISS 'Monster' Book Available for Pre- Order

ONLY 1,000 BOOKS IN THIS LIMITED EDITION RUN WILL EVER BE PRINTED!

CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE THE KISS MONSTER BOOK NOW!

The KISS Monster book features all the different eras of KISS live, from the early years to the present day.

- Three feet tall and two and half feet wide! As tall as a guitar!

- Each book is carefully handmade in Italy, choose from one of 10 country flags, the sleek and stylish KISS Monster logo edition or the classic KISS Army cover.

- Every signature page is signed by Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer.

- Signature page has a personal message from KISS to their fans.

Includes photographs that have never been seen before.

Put on your favorite KISS songs, turn up the volume and prepare yourself for the ultimate rock book experience. Page after page of glorious, unseen, giant photographs, stunningly reproduced and hand-bound into the largest rock book ever published.

Prepare for a larger-than-life journey through 40 years of KISS, the greatest rock band in history!

The latest photographic reproduction techniques and high density printing has enabled us to faithfully reproduce the ultimate KISS experience for you to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.

This book is like nothing you have ever experienced!

KISS 'Monster" Book Promo Video

KISS / MOTLEY CRUE "The TOUR" Updated Tour Dates

THE TOUR 2012- UPDATED 6/19/12

Kissonline/Tour
July:
20 - Jiffy Lube Live - Bristow, VA
21 - Farm Bureau Live - Virginia Beach, VA
22 - Time Warner Cable Music Pavilion - Raleigh, NC
24 - Aaron's Amphitheater at Lakewood - Atlanta, GA
25 - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre - Charlotte, NC
27 - Cruzan Amphitheatre - West Palm Beach, FL
28 - 1-800-ASK-GARY Amphitheater - Tampa, FL
31 - Oak Mountain Amphitheatre - Pelham, AL


August :

1 - KFC Yum! Center, Lousiville, KY

3 - Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion - Woodlands, TX
4 - Gexa Energy Pavillion - Dallas, TX

5- AT&T Center - San Antonio, TX
7 - Hard Rock Casino Presents: The Pavilion - Albuquerque, NM
8 - Comfort Dental Amphitheater - Englewood, CO
10 - Ashley Furniture Home Store Pavilion - Phoenix, AZ
11 - Mandalay Bay Arena - Las Vegas, NV
12 - Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre - Chula Vista, CA
14 - Verizon Wireless Amphitheater - Irvine, CA
15- Shoreline Amphitheatre - Mountian View, CA
16 - Sleep Train Pavilion - Concord, MA
24 - Rock Jam Grand - Junction, CO
26 - BOK Center - Tulsa, OK
27 - Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre - Maryland Heights, MO
29 - Minnesota State Fair - Minneapolis, MN
31 - Riverbend Music Center - Cincinnati, OH

September:
1 - Klipsch Music Center - Noblesville, IN
2 - First Niagara Pavilion - Burgettstown, PA
4 - Bridgestone Arena - Nashville, TN
5 - DTE Energy Music Theatre - Clarkston, MI
7 - First Midwest Bank Amphitheatre - Tinley Park, IL
8 - Alpine Valley Music Theater - East Troy, MI
11 - Allegan County Fair - Allegan, MI
12 - Blossom Music Center - Cuyahoga Falls, OH
13 - Molson Amphitheatre - Toronto, ON
15 - Darien Lake PAC - Darien Lake, NY
16 - Comcast Center - Mansfield, MA
18 - Toyota Pavilion - Scranton, PA
19 - Susquehanna Bank Center - Camden, NJ
21 - PNC Bank Arts Center - Holmdel, NJ
22 - Nikon at Jones Beach - Wantagh, NY
23 - Comcast Theater - Hartford, CT

KISS & MOTLEY CRUE Add San Francisco Bay Area Show- August 15th

Kissonline

KISS AND MÖTLEY CRÜE have added a San Francisco Bay area show to 'The Tour!' The show will take place on Wednesday, August 15 at the Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, California.

A KISS Army Members' Only Ticket presale begins Wednesday morning.

General Public Tickets go on sale this Friday, 06/22/12 at 10:00 AM PDT.

THE TOUR 2012: KISS AND MÖTLEY CRÜE
Shoreline Amphitheatre
One Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043
Wed, Aug 15, 2012 07:00 PM
http://www.kissonline.com/tour

The KISS ROOM Radio Show This Friday!

Introducing THE KISS ROOM, a two hour radio show on the HOTTEST BAND IN THE WORLD- KISS! KISS Music, KISS
Talk, KISS Interviews- ALL KISS!
Hosted by MATT PORTER.
You can catch the debut episode of THE KISS ROOM on June 22, 2012, 3-5PM (ET) at WWW.MONTCORADIO.COM

There will be KISS interviews. Who would you like to hear?
ACE FREHLEY 2009/Anomaly
ERIC CARR 1990/Hot In The Shade
BRUCE KULICK 2010/BK3
EDDIE KRAMER 1993/KISS ALIVE III
BILL AUCOIN 1993
Email your interview requests to Kissmask8895@aol.com (please put "KISS ROOM" or "Requests" in subject matter) as well the KISS ROOM FACEBOOK link at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/285415684887844/




So much KISS to make you RISE TO IT and SHOUT IT OUT LOUD!

THE KISS ROOM will take your requests live of your favorite KISS songs.

THE KISS ROOM on FACEBOOK:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/285415684887844/

KISS: 'LOVE GUN' First Fired 35 Years Ago

Released June 30, 1977

by: Matthew Wilkening/Ultimate Classic Rock

‘Love Gun, ‘ the sixth studio album from KISS, and the clear pinnacle of the band’s first golden era, was released 35 years ago this week.
The album’s release marked a pair of turning points for the band. It was the last record to feature their original lineup — Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Peter Criss and Ace Frehley — performing together on every song.

(In 1998, the foursome released a reunion album entitled ‘Psycho Circus,’ but it is widely reported that outside musicians joined Stanley and Simmons for much of that project.)

‘Love Gun’ was also released at the high-point of the band’s commercial success. KISS were without question the hottest band in the land at the time, with arena shows selling out across the country and mountains of records and merchandise flying off store shelves.

Seeing as how ‘Love Gun’ was their fifth studio LP in just three years — not to mention the near-constant touring the group had been doing since forming in 1973 — it’s hard to say they didn’t work hard to earn that position.

By 1977, they were ready to reap the rewards. As Stanley explains in the band’s official biography ‘Behind the Mask,’ “I had fun making ‘Love Gun’ because I was feeling my oats. I had a very clear vision of what I wanted to do and in some ways what KISS was going to do… I’d give that four and a half, five stars. I’m proud of the record.”

Recorded in just three weeks with production help from the legendary Eddie Kramer, who had worked with the band on their breakthrough 1975 ‘Alive’ double-live concert album, ‘Love Gun”s drum-heavy title song (rat-a-tat-tat, rat-a-tat-tat!) became an instant classic, and has been performed at nearly every KISS concert since its release.

Read the rest here.

Check out the LOVE GUN TV commercial from  Casablanca Records

FANGORIA presents KISS: MONSTER! Pre-order Today!

Pre-Order MONSTER Official
Album & Tour Magazine

Fangoria Staff
From FANGORIA, the planet's number one cult film, horror and fantasy culture entertainment magazine, KISS: Monster—The Official Album And Tour Magazine will hit newsstands everywhere on June 26th and be sold direct via FANGORIA.com and KISSONLINE.com… just in time for the first week of the new KISS/Motley Crue nationwide tour!

A KISS magazine made by KISS fans for KISS fans, this glossy, 72 page collector’s magazine features dozens of rare, new and never before published photographs as well as brand new interviews with KISS members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer, wherein they muse on the past, reflect on the present and look to what lies in store for “the hottest band in the world” on the cusp of the release of MONSTER, the band’s 20th studio album.
Filled with blood, spectacle, fire, passion, insight and affection, KISS: MONSTER – THE OFFICIAL ALBUM AND TOUR MAGAZINE is a souvenir no KISS fan will want to be without.
Pre-order your copy now here.

VH1 Classic Tapped as Media Partner of the KISSS KRUISE II

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
VH1 CLASSIC TAPPED AS MEDIA PARTNER OF THE KISS KRUISE II
The KISS Kruise II Sweepstakes offers chance to sail with KISS this Halloween
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – VH1 Classic has partnered with Sixthman, who leads the industry in creating music festivals at sea, to become the primary media partner of The KISS Kruise II, which is set to sail on Norwegian Pearl from Miami, Fla. to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas, on October 31 through November 4. The partnership will yield promotions and on-board activities designed to further enhance the hard rock experience for guests sailing on the second rock-and-roll cruise for the band KISS.

As a part of the partnership, VH1 Classic and Sixthman have announced a sweepstakes to give rock fans a chance to win an all-inclusive rock-and-roll vacation with actual members of KISS onboard The KISS Kruise II. The promotion, presented by VH1 Classic, runs June 10 through July 8 and offers fans a chance to win a trip on The KISS Kruise II along with round trip airfare for two to the ship’s port in Miami.

In addition to the sweepstakes, there will be numerous on-board KISS-themed activities for passengers to enjoy including an indoor KISS rock show and an unmasked acoustic KISS outdoor set. The four-day cruise also includes special performances from bands such as Big Rock Show, Radiolucent, Yacht Rock Revue as well as a KISS Q&A session, KISS-hosted activities and photos with the band.

“KISS fans are some of the most passionate fans around the globe,” said Anthony Diaz, Sixthman Chief Marketing Officer. “We are so pleased to be working together again with VH1 Classic to set the stage for moments that will hopefully become memories for a lifetime for our KISS Kruise II guests.”

“VH1 Classic and KISS are a perfect fit, so sponsoring The KISS Kruise II was a no-brainer,” said Nigel Cox-Hagan, Executive Vice President, Creative & Consumer Marketing at VH1. “We’ve enjoyed an already successful relationship with Sixthman and we’re looking forward to collaborating on another amazing cruise filled with fun, sun and some serious KISS time.”

VH1 and Sixthman have partnered on promotions and cruise events in the past. In 2010 and 2011, the two created the VH1 Best Cruise Ever events which sailed with artists such as Train, Colbie Caillat, The Script, Lifehouse, 3 Doors Down and Finger Eleven.

During The KISS Kruise II Sweepstakes running through July 8, participants can register through www.vh1classic.com by clicking on any Kiss Kruise II icon

The Man who created the Kiss Army logo

Interview with Vincent DiGerlando

by Nils Brekke Svensson / Kiss Fanzine.com

As I wrote in the intro for the the Dennis Woloch interview I have always been fascinated by all the design done for Kiss in the 70′s and 80′s. A time that everything Kiss related seemed to be real quality stuff when It came to design. I have always thought everything was done by Dennis Woloch. But I was wrong. So I must admit I have been wrong all the times I have been asked who made the Kiss Army logo. It wasn’t Dennis Woloch, It was Vincent DiGerlando.
It’s really cool to be able to present a new person in Kisstory. At least for me. The first time I heard about him was when Dennis Woloch mentioned him in the interview I did with him earlier this year. So It’s a pleasure to present Vincent DeGarlando who worked for Howard Marks Advertising as and Art Director.


Q. Please tell us a little about your background before you started working at Howard Marks Advertising.Donʼt know how far back youʼd like me to go, but in retrospect, art and music have always been a part of my life. I was inspired by an artistic uncle, had an Italian mother that would sing to me, and my brother, and sister, also had an aunt that became a well known opera singer.
I grew up in a neighbourhood where doo wop groups such as the Plurals, and Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons were discovered. Did a lot of drawing, and painting during my early childhood while being encouraged by my grade school art teacher, who suggested that I attend Arts High School of Music and Art. After high school/college I had jobs in small studios, creating ads, working on magazine designs, creating some logos/letterheads, and doing a few illustrations.

Q. Did you know Dennis Woloch before you started at Howard Marks?
I first met and befriended Dennis Woloch in grade school. We both were fairly good artist, accomplished enough to pass the tests to be accepted in to Arts High School in Newark NJ, as well as have exceptional portfolios to get into Pratt Institute, in Brooklyn NY.
We went our separate ways, after college, me getting a job in a graphics studio in NYC. and Dennis working at Howard Marks agency. After the studio I worked for folded, Dennis hired me to work with him as a freelance designer, and I was soon after hired for a position as art director. When Howard was offering me the job, he explained his point of view to me, as having a dream team with “two star quarterbacks”. Although Dennis was a little hesitant about me working on staff for fear it would have a negative affect on our friendship, I did not feel that way myself, and think it turned out well, considering we worked together for over 14 years.

Q. How was a day at the office for you at Howard Marks Advertising? From what I heard It was a pretty special place to work?
I found working at HM very pleasant, in that I could pretty much express my creative ideas with very little interference or direction being necessary. There were times when input was very helpful, and in general we all worked together well. The only pressure might have come when we had deadlines to meet, other then that it was fun working with a good friend like Dennis.
An interesting side observation noted when I first started working there, was that the fridge was always well stocked with beer for the clients of rock and roll, and the staff could indulge too if they wanted. I did have one or two on occasion, when the day for me, needed a different perspective.

Q. What was your first impression/thoughts about Kiss?
I was not into heavy metal, more liking the Beatles, Stones, Bob Dylan, some blues and doo wop sound. So I honestly felt Kiss was not my choice of music and did not think they were going to be as popular as they turned out to be. Gene did mention to me at one time that he thought Kiss was going to be “as big or bigger than the Beatles”. I think in general, “rock and roll” became very diversified, in that so many sounds were listed under that category, taking it away from itʼs original roots and expanding the definition of that genre.

Read the rest HERE!

'X Factor': Gene Simmons' daughter Sophie Tweed-Simmons auditions

By Andrea Reiher/ Zap2It.com



KISS rocker Gene Simmons spent his Father's Day at an "X Factor" audition - because his 19-year-old daughter Sophie was singing for Simon Cowell, Britney Spears, et.al., at the San Francisco auditions for the reality singing competition show that will air this fall, reports TMZ.

Sources say Sophie told the judges she wants a "fair shot" and that it "isn't about [her] dad. This is about [her] audition."

Simmons reportedly hopped on a private plane after receiving a surprise call from Sophie the night before saying she wasn't coming home for Father's Day because she was trying out for "X Factor." Simmons got there just in time to see Sophie's audition - no word yet as to how she did.

Rock And Roll All Nite: KISS Tribute Album Eyed for 2013

Star Studded Tribute Album to KISS for 2013

Anti Music

On Monday Rock & Roll All Nite: A Tribute to KISS Coming was a top story. Here is the recap: Versailles Records are eyeing a 2013 release for 'Rock & Roll All Nite: A Tribute to Kiss.'

The record will feature current/former members of Alice Cooper Band, Trans-Siberrian Orchestra, RATT, Keel, LA Guns, Megadeth, Metal Church, Dangerous Toys, Lillian Axe, White Lion, Slash's Snakepit, Richard Kendrick, and others to be announced.

Read more here at Anti-Music

ACE FREHLEY Talks About his 1972 Audition for KISS

Metalfavs/YouTube

KISS on Animal Planet's "Tanked"

There is an amazing fish tank at the KISS Monster Mini Golf in Las Vegas put together by the stars of Animal Planet's "Tanked." Check out the video:

Ex-KISS Guitarist, Vinnie Vincent, Must Forfeit Royalties For Fees: 9th Circ.

Vincent Must Pay Forfeit Royalties to Cover Attorney's Fees

from Bravewords.com/Law360
According to Law360 former KISS guitarist Vinnie “Vinnie Vincent” Cusano must fork over royalty payments to the band's frontman Gene “Gene Simmons” Klein to cover attorneys' fees stemming from a lost legal battle against the singer, the Ninth Circuit ruled Thursday, rejecting Cusano's arguments that the payments were protected from garnishment.
The appeals court ruling affirms a California federal court's decisions arising from Cusano's royalty dispute with Klein. In his 1997 complaint, Cusano claimed that KISS wasn’t paying him all the royalties that were due to him for songs.

Vinnie Vincent played on KISS' Creatures Of The Night (1982) and Lick It Up (1983) and is credited on Revenge (1992).

5 Fox Las Vegas Covers KISS Mini Golf Event

FOX 5 NEWS LAS VEGAS

KISS' MONSTER DVD Will Be KISSOLOGY IV

MONSTER Will Be KISSOLOGY IV

Gene Simmons told  Ultimate Classic Rock's Mark Wardlaw (in an interview we printed) that the MONSTER DVD will be KISSOLOGY IV.

"There’s also going to be a 10-hour DVD called ‘Monster’ coming out, which is going to be ‘Kissology’ number four, the fourth one in our series," said Simmons. "The first three sold 20-times platinum – they’re monsters."

GENE SIMMONS "On The Red Carpet" at Rock Of Ages Premire in Hollywood

Source: On The Red Carpet
KISS MASK was at the ROCK OF AGES premire in Hollywood last Friday night and will have photos of Gene Simmons, Shannon Tweed, Nick Tweed-Simmons and Tracy Tweed up on this site shortly.

KISS MASK Reader's Poll Results: How Many KISS Shows You See On "The TOUR"

How Many KISS Shows Will You See On "The Tour?"

We asked outr reader's this question in our early June poll and here are the results. Thanks to all you you that have responded!


Number of shows/Percentage polled:

1-2      66%

3-5      24%

5-7      03%

7 +      05%

Be sure to vote in our new poll:
Are You Doing The KISS VIP/Backstage Experience This Summer? Voting begins today!

KISS' "Help For Heroes" London Show Sold Out!

HMV Forum

KISS' July 4th show at London’s HMV Forum is sold out.

Gene, Paul, Tommy and Eric will be performing to their KISS Army of fans at the celebrated London venue for one night only as a fundraiser for the Help for Heroes charity. The rock legends have always supported the US troops at their gigs over the years but this year, on Independence Day, the US rockers will be backing our wounded, sick and injured servicemen and women by raising money with this unique concert.

All proceeds from the concert will go to the charity.

Editor's Note: As with the US Alive/35 and  Sonic Boom tours, KISS will be donating $1.00 from every ticket sold to Wounded Warriors, an organization Paul and Gene are very passionate of.

Orlando KISS Expo Set for August 5

*** Orlando "BIG 3" Expo - KISS, The Beatles, Elvis ***
Sunday August 5, 2012
11 am - 9 pm (VIPs enter at 10 am)

We are very excited to announce the rebranding of the Orlando Expo, brought to you by Kreatures of the South!
... The new format "THE BIG 3" combines the best of KISS, The Beatles, and Elvis Expos into ONE thrilling extravaganza!
Our Orlando Expo is confirmed for Sunday, August 5 - you don't want to miss it!
Book your hotel rooms & order your tickets / VIP passes / dealer tables NOW on the Kreatures of the South web site!
More updates to follow (all of the special guests, bands, etc.)!
We hope to see you there!
www.kreaturesofthesouth.com

The "BIG 3" Expo is put on by the fans... for the fans!

Is Stewie Griffin the New Ace Frehley? Kiss Team With 'Family Guy'

by Kory Grow/SPIN

For a merchandise deal, of course

As part of Kiss's plan for monopolizing all purchasable goods and services in the western world (see their recent mini golf course, Archie comic, and Hello Kitty deal), the Hollywood Reporter says the makeup-wearing hard-rockers are now teaming with Fox to launch a cobranded Family Guy product line. The band — who is releasing its new album, Monster, allegedly in October — has appeared on the show three times so far, having become a part of the characters' infinite backstories when mother Lois talked about dating vocalist-bassist Gene Simmons before he hit it big. Now that will become a part of an even bigger backstory for Kiss, one that has led them to garnering over a billion dollars' worth of merch sales.
"We are focusing more and more on the upper-tier, blue-chip opportunities for prestige partnerships," Kiss singer-guitarist Paul Stanley told the Reporter. "Family Guy’s track record and consistent success with its demographic makes this match-up ideal." Which in Kiss terms translates to another K-word: "Ka-ching!"
Although the deal was announced today, no particular licenses have been set as of yet. So tell us, which Family Guy character should wear which Kiss member's makeup? And don't forget guitarist Vinnie Vincent's short-lived Egyptian Ankh Warrior and now-deceased drummer Eric Carr's look, which predates Family Guy's TV network by a few years, the Fox.

PAUL STANLEY Interview on CNN Newsroom

Paul Stanley was interviewed by CNN's Carol Costello. Paul Stanley says THE TOUR will be "The biggest thing KISS has ever done." Paul Stanley, the iconic lead singer and founder of KISS, cautioned about the need for a “No Fly Zone” over KISS concerts this summer. In an interview on CNN’s Newsroom with Carol Costello this morning, Stanley said the forthcoming “The Tour” will be “spectacular and the biggest thing KISS has ever done” with “incredible pyro, incredible lights” necessitating the need for a ‘No Fly Zone’ over the arenas and amphitheaters where KISS and Motley Crue will be performing. “When fans come to see us (on ‘The Tour’) they will leave pummeled.”

DESTROYER Re-Issue Due Out This Summer

The DESTROYER 35th Anniversary re-issue, originally due out earlier part of 2012, will finally see the light of day this summer. The eagerly KISS fan release will feature re-mixes and unreleased material with the original album cover by Ken Kelly which was rejected by Casablanca Records for being "too violent."

Gene Simmons recently told Ultimate Classic Rock's Mark Wardlaw of the Destroyer re-issue, “coming out shortly, this summer.”

"Its easy to understand why Simmons considers the album “a very pivotal record for us.” It marked an important point in “Kisstory,” with the band learning a new process of making music. Producer Bob Ezrin wanted to take the band back to their roots and have them really focus on the formatics of being a band, telling them “we’re going to learn how to tune our guitars and talk about song structure.”

New KISS Single/MONSTER Book due out July 2

The new KISS single and HUGE MONSTER book will be released July 2, 2012. The new KISS album, follow up to Sonic Boom, and 20th studio release MONSTER will be released in October.

PAUL STANLEY to Appear on CNN Today

Paul Stanley to chat it up with CNN Anchor Carol Costello

Paul Stanley will appear on CNN today to dicuss "The TOUR," and the summer concert season with CNN anchor Carol Cosello.

Paul will appear live as he chats about the KISS' summer tour with Motley Crue which will air June 14 at 7:40AM (PST), 10:40AM (EST) on the CNN Network.

Check your local listings.

KISS Return to the UK in July

As previously rumored, KISS wll return to the United Kingdom for a show at the London Forum on July 4, 2012.

Here is the official statement from Kissonline:

** The hottest band in the world… are back in the UK! **
** With their new album Monster out in October **
** New single to be released July 2nd **
** Monster Book to be launched July 2nd **
** Special show at The Forum in London for Help for Heroes on Independence Day, Wednesday 4th July **

Rock Legends KISS are rolling out into London in July and taking over the UK with not just a single release, but also a book release and an intimate show at London’s Forum on July 4th.

Gene, Paul, Tommy and Eric will be performing to their KISS Army of fans at the celebrated London venue for one night only as a fundraiser for the Help for Heroes charity. The band has always supported the US troops at their gigs over the years but this year, on Independence Day, the US rockers will be backing British wounded, sick and injured servicemen and women by raising money with this unique concert. All proceeds from the concert will go to the charity.

Ahead of the new KISS album ‘Monster’ (due out in the Autumn), the band will also be releasing a single on 2nd July. Also, KISS are happy to announce that they will further be raising funds for our wounded, sick and injured troops as all proceeds from the single will be donated to Help for Heroes.

Paul Stanley states "The greatest national treasure of any free country is the army that defends it at all cost. Bringing attention to the obligation we all share to those returning heroes has been our mission in the US and now the UK. We pay tribute to those brave men and women and urge everyone to show their thanks with donations".

On Vacation...

KISS MASK will return  from vacation on June 13.

We'll see you then!!

Photo:J.Frank Hagan 2010/KMW

BRUCE KULICK Look Back on "REVENGE"

Bruce Kulick on REVENGE

You can check out Bruce Kulick's look back on, it's 20th Anniversary, the rocking Kiss album, REVENGE.

Check out Bruce's website for all of his thoughts and comments on Revenge go to
http://kulick.net/revenge/

KISS' Meet & Greet Guitar Contest - Enter Details

Kissonline

VIP Nation has teamed up with KISS to give away a signed Paul Stanley Signature Washburn Guitar & a signed Gene Simmons Signature Cort Bass!

Prize Details:

One winner will win the Washburn Paul Stanley PS2012 Starfire Electric Guitar signed by Paul Stanley & another winner will win the Cort Gene Simmons GS-AXE-2 Bass Guitar signed by Gene Simmons.

Prize Eligibility:

Only persons residing in United States who are at least 13 years of age can enter. Sweepstakes Ends September 24, 2012 @ 05:00 pm (PDT).

ENTER NOW at https://www.facebook.com/VIPNation

Also, don't forget to buy your KISS Meet & Greet and VIP packages for 'THE TOUR!' It's your chance to have the ultimate KISS experience! Enjoy a KISS VIP Tour package, or a KISS Meet & Greet package that includes exclusive access to KISS' preshow soundcheck! Only a limited number of packages remain for most shows.

The following cities are either SOLD OUT or only have a few packages remaining.

Virginia Beach (7/21), Atlanta (7/25), Charlotte (7/25), Birmingham (7/31), The Woodlands, TX (8/3), Dallas (8/4), Englewood (8/8), Las Vegas (8/11), Irvine (8/14), Tulsa (8/26), St. Louis (8/27), Cincinnati (8/31), Indianapolis (9/1), Detroit (9/5), Chicago (9/7), Toronto (9/13), Mansfield (9/16), Camden (9/19) and Wantagh (9/22).

Visit VIPNation.com to order your KISS Meet and Greet & VIP Tickets now..

THE KISS ROOM Radio Show Debuts June 22, 3-5PM

Introducing THE KISS ROOM, a two hour radio show on the HOTTEST BAND IN THE WORLD- KISS! KISS Music, KISS
Talk, KISS Interviews- ALL KISS!
Hosted by MATT PORTER.
You can catch the debut episode of THE KISS ROOM on June 22, 2012, 3-5PM (ET) at WWW.MONTCORADIO.COM

There will be KISS interviews. Who would you like to hear?
ACE FREHLEY 2009/Anomaly
ERIC CARR 1990/Hot In The Shade
BRUCE KULICK 2010/BK3
EDDIE KRAMER 1993/KISS ALIVE III
BILL AUCOIN 1993
Email your interview requests to Kissmask8895@aol.com (please put "KISS ROOM" or "Requests" in subject matter) as well the KISS ROOM FACEBOOK link at:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/285415684887844/




So much KISS to make you RISE TO IT and SHOUT IT OUT LOUD!

THE KISS ROOM will take your requests live of your favorite KISS songs.

THE KISS ROOM on FACEBOOK:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/285415684887844/

GENE SIMMONS on CNN's OUFRONT

Gene Simmons appears on CNN's OUFRONT. Gene talks about the new season of Gene Simmons' Family Jewels and US politics.

ACE FREHLEY Announces Summer Tour Dates

Ace Frehley Summer Tour Dates-2012

Acefrehley.com

July 6: Indianapolis, IN, Days of the Dead Signing
July 7: Indianapolis, IN, Days of the Dead Signing
July 8: Indianapolis, IN, Days of the Dead Signing

July 11: New York, NY, Best Buy Theater (Tix on sale Saturday!)
July 13: Jackson, MI, Jackson County Fairgrounds, Thrills in the Irish Hills, (w/Ted Nugent)
July 27: Detroit, MI, GM Renaissance Center, Rockin' on the Riverfront
August 4: Greenville, WI, Greenville Lions Park (w/Sammy Hagar)

Ace VIP meet and greet packages will soon be offered. Stay tuned to AceFrehley.com for details.