This "News" page generally only relates to matters of interest to the KISSFAQ. There's no need to replicate news that can be seen on other KISS websites. If you use information appearing on this or any other KISSFAQ page, in print (fanzines) or online (directly quoted or rewritten), please have the courtesy to say where it came from. If printing in fanzines, I'd love a copy sent to the KISSFAQ PO Box. Should you want official announcements please visit the band's official website at: KISSONLINE.COM.
Monday, February 28, 2005 4:49:39 AM - Upcoming KISS Show...
(From KISSONLINE): "KISS along with Cedric the Entertainer (Master of Ceremonies), Destiny's Child, GODSMACK, Jay Mohr, Louis Anderson and Ted Nugent have been confirmed for a April 1 performance at the Marine Corps Air Station, Camp Pendleton, Oceanside, California.
Rockin' the Corps is a patriotic celebratory concert for an audience of more than 25,000 Marines and their families. Executive producers Quincy Jones and Joseph E. Robert, Jr. have joined forces with Producers Doc McGhee and Spencer Proffer to create a high energy, patriotic celebration for the dedicated men & women of the United States Marine Corps in a show of appreciation.
More information will be available soon.
NOTE: THIS CONCERT IS FOR THE MARINES AT CAMP PENDLETON AND THEIR FAMILIES.... THERE WILL BE NO CIVILIANS ALLOWED!"... «Post A Comment»
Friday, February 25, 2005 3:57:14 AM - Obtaining the "KISS Album Focus"...
The KISSFAQ is currently out of copies of the 3rd Edition of the "KISS Album Focus." The book can be obtained exclusively from kiss4sale.com... «Post A Comment»
Friday, February 25, 2005 3:57:14 AM - ESP Live In Germany...
(From www.kissfanclub.de) "On 30 April 2005 there will be the only Live Gig in Germany of the ESP Project with (Bruce Kulick, Eric Singer; John Corabi und Chuck Garrick)! The Show is in Babenhausen (near to Frankfurt) in the "Stadthalle"! Tickets are 27 Euro in advance or 30 Euro at the door!
For more Information about the Show see kissfanclub.de... «Post A Comment»
Friday, February 25, 2005 3:57:14 AM - More Guests added INDY Expo...
(From KISSAsylum.com) "Former Motley Crue lead singer, John Corabi will appear on Sunday March 6th at the INDY KISS Expo. John will be appearing at the KISS Asylum booth to sign autographs and chat. John will also join UNION bandmate Bruce Kulick for an accoustic set. In addition we have added Tom Shannon, author of Goldmine's KISS Collectibles Book, (Tom has a new KISS book coming out soon) and KISS Magazine creator Warren Lapine. Make sure to stop by and talk with them as well as Mike Brandvold, webmaster for KISSonline.com and Bill Starkey, founder of the KISS ARMY. Please note expo hours have been extended 1 additional hour per day.
2005 INDY KISS Expo with be held March 5th & March 6th! The Expos will take place at the Holiday Inn Indianapolis East, 6990 East 21st St. For hotel rooms - call 317-359-5341 and ask for the special KISS Expo rate.
Both days will feature a KISS Costume contest and KISS trivia!! KISS merchandise and collectibles will be on sale both days.
Saturday March 5th from 1-9 PM Special guest KISS drummer Eric Singer will perform live in concert with Eric Dover ( Alice Cooper) and Stefan Adika (Dee Dee Ramone). Eric will also do a Q&A as well as sign autographs and pose for photos. KISS Tribute band MR. SPEED will perform a set of classic KISS not usually performed live by KISS!!
Saturday March 5th Ticket options:
1) Regular ticket with admission at 1PM. Advance orders include free sticker set.
2) Special Laminate with admission at 12 PM. Includes KISS Expo VIP Laminate and free KISS Pop Art T-shirt (available in L or XL).
Sunday March 6th from 12-7 PM Special guest Bruce Kulick will perform several songs live with KISS tribute band MR. SPEED. Bruce will also do a Q&A as well as sign autographs and pose for photos. In addition to their performance with Bruce, MR. SPEED will play a different set then day 1.
Sunday March 6th Ticket options:
1) Regular ticket with admission at 12 PM. Advance orders include free sticker set.
2) Special Laminate with admission at 11 AM. Includes KISS Expo VIP Laminate and free KISS Logo Stars T-shirt (available in L or XL).
Two Day Option:
Special 2 day pass - regular admission at 1PM Saturday and 12 noon Sunday. Advance orders include free sticker set.
Visit KISSshop.com to purchase tickets"... «Post A Comment»
Friday, February 25, 2005 3:57:14 AM - Cincinnati KISS Expo...
(From Allen Mullins) "ALL...RIGHT KISS FREAKS, It's time once again to break out of the ASYLUM and unite the KISSARMY!!!! ALL HELL'S BREAK'IN LOOSE IN CINCINNATI, OHIO SUNDAY APRIL 24, 2005 FROM 11:00AM TO 10:00 PM. Held this year at the AWARD-WINNING CINCY MARRIOTT NORTHEAST. LOCATED just off I-71 & EXIT #19 At 9664 MASON-MONTGOMERY RD. for KISS ROOM RATES CALL 513-459-9800 or 1-800-228-9290. The 3rd Annual CIncinnati KISSFEST & ROCK-N-ROLL OVER EXPO IS BACK!!! Special guests and events already scheduled and confirmed include: BRUCE KULICK, BILL STARKEY, Authors WENDY MOORE, COLETTE SHAW, GORDON GEBERT, & BOB McADAMS. Tribute bands SSG & MR.SPEED will Perform live. There will be Q&A, Autogragh & Photo Sessions for the fans. KISS Costume Contests, KISS Trivia Contests, VIP only Drawings, Special rafffles, Surprise Giveaways, Door Prizes and much, much more."
Further info can be found, HERE... «Post A Comment»
Tuesday, February 22, 2005 4:42:05 AM - Looking for a co-webmaster...
For the last couple of years I've been falling behind on many sections of the FAQ. Perhaps the time has come to look for a co-webmaster who has strong graphic and design skills to bring the site up-to-date visually and content-wise. A suitable person will have a strong knowledge and appreciation of the history of KISS, a fundamental understanding of balancing web- design with usability, and a commitment to celebrating all eras of KISStory with objectivity. Technical skills should include manual HTML coding, Shockwave/Flash, Java, graphic manipulation, and probably a whole lot more. "Vision" is paramount as there's alot I plan on changing around here. Email the webmaster... «Post A Comment»
Tuesday, February 22, 2005 4:42:05 AM - KISS Cover to Cover Tribute
Lunar Moth entertainment is issuing a semi-KISS tribute on April 5. The album includes some of the songs that KISS covered, that were originally recorded by other artists. Track listing:
1. Kissin' Time by Nightmare
2. Then She Kissed Me by Jon Rubin
3. Any Way You Want It by Picture 21
4. Tossin' and Turnin' by Marc Zouhar
5. New York Groove by Great Jones
6. When You Wish Upon a Star by Syntax Error
7. 2,000 Man by Captain T & Ostronomy
8. God Gave Rock n' Roll to You III by V.O.G.
9. Do You Remember Rock n’ Roll Radio by SLACK
According to PR, "Performers include VH1/MTV regulars Captain T & Ostronomy, intergalactic saviors SLACK, digital maestro Marc Zouhar, singer/songwriter Jon Rubin, and more! In addition to the musical content on KISS Cover to Cover, the CD will also contain computer accessible bonus features." And before anyone emails me, yes some other songs that could be considered covers are not included, such as "Rock And Roll Hell" (a version originally done by BTO) and "King Of The Night Time World" (a version originally done by Hollywood Stars). You can check out more information, HERE... «Post A Comment»
Monday, February 17, 2005 10:15:23 AM - KISS & Related Recordings Focus ON SALE!
The final copies of the "KISS & Related Recordings Focus: Music! The Songs, The Demos, And Stories" are currently on sale. HERE... «Post A Comment»
Monday, February 14, 2005 8:15:59 PM - KISS Album Focus 3rd Edition, Volume 1
The first batch of books arrived tonight. All pre-orders ship tomorrow. This run is essentially sold-out, though my 8 remaining copies go to those first-come-first-serve. Email me, and I'll send you a PAYPAL invoice. More books should be available in a month or so... «Post A Comment»
Monday, February 14, 2005 3:09:20 AM - Roosevelt Stadium '76 Pictures
See more of the pictures, HERE... «Post A Comment»
Saturday, February 12, 2005 5:38:52 AM - Union DVD News
The Union live DVD, "Do Your Own Thing Live," is available for preorders, according to Kulick.net. For those who missed the chance to see Union live in concert, the product will be a real treat. According to Kulick.net, "The DVD includes two UNION concerts: a full one from 2001 (just before UNION's trip to Argentina), and one for ESP guitars at MI from January of 2000. Bonus Material includes an unreleased UNION song called "Walking In Your Sleep", behind the scenes on tour with UNION, a photo gallery, and more links to all things UNION! The DVD features the following songs performed live:
Do Your Own Thing * Everything's Alright * Who Do You Think You Are? * Old Man Wise * Around Again * Heavy D * Star Spangled Banner * Jungle * Love (I Don't Need It Anymore) * Hypnotized * Pain Behind Your Eyes * Power To The Music * I Walk Alone * Man In The Moon.
Order your copy from Kulick.net, HERE... «Post A Comment»
Saturday, February 12, 2005 5:38:52 AM - Australian KISS Book In The Works
Our Antipodean bretheren are working on a fan based KISS book. The book will cover KISS' history in Australia. According to the project's website, "If you attended a concert in Australia and have photographs, pictures, newspaper articles, memorabilia of any sort pertaining to Aussie Tours or wish to submit your own review of the Tours or maybe your KISS encounters, please email me at the email address listed here. All items submitted will be considered for publication for this awesome project!!!" Looks like it should be fun, so check out the website, HERE... «Post A Comment»
Saturday, February 12, 2005 5:38:52 AM - Mini-KISS
From Yahoo; Photo by Shannon Stapleton/Reuters) "Joseph Fatale, founding member of the Kiss tribute band Mini-Kiss, does a impression of Gene Simmons before their performance at the Cutting Room in New York January 29, 2004. In a departure from the legendary 1970's all-male Kiss , two of the four in Mini-Kiss are women and all are not much over four feet tall"... «Post A Comment»
Saturday, February 05, 2005 4:49:48 PM - Union in Japan Photographs
Union recently visited Japan for two shows in Tokyo with Eric Singer wearing Brent Fitz's make-up (Brent wasn't able to make the shows, so Eric filled in for him). The band performed a mix of Union, Crue, KISS, Kulick-solo, and classic rock songs. Keith Tarrier has some absolutely friggin' killer photographs from the events, HERE. John Corabi looking like a latter-day Jim Morrison! «Post A Comment»
Saturday, February 05, 2005 4:49:48 PM - REMEDY will be released on March 29th 2005
CLICK LINK TO ORDER FROM AMAZON
Featuring Ace Frehley, playing the role of Johnny, the long awaited movie, Remedy, will be released on March 29, 2005... «Post A Comment»
Saturday, February 05, 2005 4:49:48 PM - Peter Criss Update
(From: PeterCriss.net:) Peter's webmaster has posted a terse & brief Q&A with Peter concerning his current activities... Peter is building a studio and working on a new CD which means that his long-awaited book is on hold. Peter's working with former members of his solo band CRISS, Mark Montague (bass) and Mike McLaughlin (lead guitar). Material is in the softer ballad style based on Peter's life experiences, though he may do a couple of covers...«Post A Comment»
Tuesday, February 01, 2005 2:14:24 PM - Gene Simmons "Asshole"
CLICK LINK TO ORDER FROM AMAZON
Gene's 2004 solo album, "Asshole," was re-released on January 11 in DualDisc format by Silverline Records. What is DualDisc? DualDisc is a "two-sided disc made up of a CD player side and a DVD player side... that combines audio and video content on a single disc." What does Gene's DualDisc include? Apart from the album, dunno... «Post A Comment»
Sunday, January 23, 2005 5:59:24 PM - New York KISS Expo
The 19th Annual NY KISS Expo & Hard Rock Convention will be Saturday, May 14th, 2005.
ONE DAY ONLY -- Noon to Midnight at the Crown Plaza Hotel (formerly Meadowlands Hilton), Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ
Click the banner for the expo website. The KISSFAQ is planning on attending this expo... «Post A Comment»
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