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Wednesday, July 13, 2005 5:38:43 AM - KISS Army Norway Tribute Album News...
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"KISS Army Norway & Voices Music Entertainment proudly unveiled the Ken Kelly painting that will become the cover for the upcoming Norwegian tribute CD. Kelly painted both the classical Destroyer and Love Gun covers. A large bunch of national press and special invited fans were present at Sentrum Scene in Oslo where the event took place. The KISS tribute album will be released september 5th and will be called "Gods Of Thunder - A Norwegian Tribute To KISS". The album artwork can be seen at this location.
Executive producer Stig Karlsen clame that the album will bring tribute CD's to a new level both musically and visually. The album consist of #1 chart topping and award winning bands from Norway. Among them millionselling Espen Lind, and World Idol winner Kurt Nilsen who won over US platinum artist Kelly Clarkson in last years final. Billboard US top 100 hundred artist Stage Dolls and the members from TNT Ronni Le Tekro & Tony Harnell are also on the album. The Norwegian superstars Wig Wam do "I Was Made for Loving You" with former KISS-guitarist Bruce Kulick who wanted to pay tribute to his Norwegian fans. Gene Simmons Norwegian favorites Shirleys Temple, the band behind the song Asshole do "God Of Thunder". More information on the album and a massive release festival and KISS Expo at HERE."
Additionally, also From: KISS Army Norway:
KISS Army Norway and Voices Music Entertainment have the pleasure to announce the tracklist for the fortcoming "Gods Of Thunder - A Norwegian Tribute To Kiss" (released on September 5th - 2005). The tracklist is:
Detroit Rock City - Ronni Le Tekro & Tony Harnell
01. I Was Made For Loving You - Wig Wam feat. Bruce Kulick
02. Sure Know Something - Espen Lind
03. Crazy, Crazy Nights - Kurt Nilsen
04. Getaway - The Carburetors
05. I Just Wanna - KISSettes
06. Beth - Stage Dolls
07. Parasite - Span
08. Uh! All Night - Diabla
09. She - Unmasked
10. Shout It Out Loud - Surferosa
11. Mr. Blackwell - Lost At Last
12. I Love It Loud – Kvikksølvguttene feat. Asgeir Borgemoen & Diesel Dahl
13. God Of Thunder – Shirleys Temple
14. Tomorrow – The 3856 feat. members from Shirleys Temple, Gluecifer, Mohammed
15. Strange Ways - Ulver
16. It's My Life – Do Not Cover
17. C'mon And Love Me – Smalltown Rockets
18. The Magic KISS Medley - Satin
19. Rock 'n Roll All Nite – Erlend & Steinjo."
KISSFAQ Says: This looks really cool. The track list is a nice broad selection from KISS' various eras and recording history, and there's a couple of definately appealing obscure tracks included. The inclusion of Bruce Kulick and Shirley's Temple shouldn't hurt either. With the artwork by Ken Kelly, it looks like a great deal of attention has been given to the overall package. I look forward to reviewing this CD... «Post A Comment»
Tuesday, July 12 - Eric Carr Remembered...
I (Fridays '82)
Monday, July 11, 2005 4:19:29 AM - Eric Carr mention...
(From BBC) "About 3,500 music fans were polled for Planet Rock Radio and were asked to create their fantasy band."
Eric Carr was the only member of KISS to get a mention...
Best drummer
1. John Bonham (Led Zeppelin)
2. Neil Peart (Rush)
3. Keith Moon (The Who)
4. Cozy Powell (Black Sabbath, Rainbow)
5. Phil Collins (Genesis)
6. Ginger Baker (Cream)
7. Ian Paice (Deep Purple)
8. Roger Taylor (Queen)
9. Dave Grohl (Nirvana/Foo Fighters)
10. Eric Carr (Kiss)
With Eric's birthday being 7/12, it's nice to see that people still remember him as a fantastic drummer... «Post A Comment»
Wednesday, July 06, 2005 10:52:44 AM - "Rockin' The Corps" to get CD/DVD release...
(From Blabbermouth) "Image Entertainment, Inc., a leading independent licensee, producer and distributor of home entertainment programming in North America, today announced it has secured distribution rights to "Rockin' The Corps", one of the largest star-studded concerts ever held to support U.S. troops.
"Rockin' The Corps" was held on April 1 at Camp Pendleton, a U.S. military base near San Diego, for nearly 50,000 U.S. Marines and their families. The concert featured performances by DESTINY'S CHILD, KISS, RICHIE SAMBORA, HOOTIE AND THE BLOWFISH, TED NUGENT and GODSMACK. The evening was hosted by Cedric The Entertainer, with celebrities such as Sharon Stone, Randy Jackson, Heather Locklear, Cindy Crawford, Alyssa Milano and Carmen Electra, amongst many others on-hand to introduce the performers.
On Memorial Day 2005, Yahoo! featured excerpts from the event on their site in a salute to U.S. armed forces around the world. The theatrical release of "Rockin' The Corps" premiered June 26 in Washington, D.C., at an event hosted by "Rockin' The Corps" founder Joseph E. Robert, Jr. On Monday, June 27, special screenings were held on 150 screens in 75 top markets throughout the United States at Regal, Edwards and United Artists theatres as part of their Big Screen Concert series through their national Cinemedia division. A one-year broadcast initiative began over the July 4th holiday weekend on the prominent HD Networks, iN Demand, with subsequent television broadcasts, both free and pay-per-view, which is expected to continue interest in this special enterprise.
Image Entertainment will release the "Rockin' The Corps" DVD and audio CD on September 6, 2005. The DVD will feature performances from the concert, as well as backstage footage and other exclusive content. The CD will feature an exclusive bonus DVD with content from the show and behind the scenes footage.
"There was a tremendous energy at this concert, with performances that brought down the house," said Barry Gordon, senior vice president of worldwide programming of Image Entertainment. "We're expecting a strong response to this DVD because it is a great show, and an even greater show of support for our troops."
The show was organized by Support The Corps, a non-profit organization founded by Joseph E. Robert, Jr., CEO of the J.E. Robert Companies and a renowned Washington, D.C.-based businessman and philanthropist. Mr. Robert reached out to legendary media leader Quincy Jones and Kerzner International executive Jerry Inzerillo who brought in music and film producer Spencer Proffer and music manager Doc McGhee to produce the event. The show was shot with 12 cameras in high-definition and was also transmitted to U.S. military bases around the world on the American Forces Network.
"Our team took an opportunity to put this together in order to support the continuing effort that our troops are making on all of our behalf," said producer Spencer Proffer. "The DVD and CD from Image Entertainment will let us share the magic, spirit and excitement of that evening with people all over the world."
A portion of the proceeds will be used to support the event and residual amounts will go to the charities via Support The Corps, Inc., a tax exempt, non profit corporation. The recipients will be those entities listed on the STC website, www.SupportTheCorps.org, which are Marine Corps Community Services, The Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation, The Marine Corps Scholarship Fund/Foundation, Spirit of America's Marines Fund and the U.S. Marine Corps Heritage Foundation."... «Post A Comment»
Wednesday, June 01, 2005 7:05:30 PM - Signed "KISS Album Focus" Volume I Hardcovers Available...
Well the order of hardcover versions of the "KISS Album Focus" Volume I, that I had ordered for the New York Expo (May 14), has finally arrived. I guess that explains my absence from the event. Sheesh... Signed copies are available via PayPal for $30, which is over $3 cheaper than the lowest price on Amazon. This is the last time I'll be selling direct from the website and these are the only copies I'll be signing.
For PayPal Payments, click here... «Post A Comment»
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