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.
Saturday, August 31, 2002 7:28:38 AM - Ace Frehley to play San Diego?
According to pollstar.com Ace Frehley has been added to the list of artists playing San Diego's Street Scene 2002 on Saturday September 7th. According to the event's official site, Ace's appearance will be part of the "Jimi Hendrix Tribute (anchored by the Band of Gypsys and Double Trouble with Slash, Dave Navarro, Stephen Stills, Ace Frehley, Robert Randolph, Bernard Allison, Mick Taylor, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Res, Doyle Bramhall II, & Eric Gales)" on the Ford Stage. Hope Ace doesn't tell any Hendrix "jokes"... «Post A Comment»
Monday, August 26, 2002 6:01:44 PM - KISS Album Focus Book SOLD-OUT @ KISSFAQ.COM
Well, just over three months since publication and I'm sold out of the "KISS Album Focus" book. Thank you to everyone who has supported the project by purchasing the book! Copies are (may be) still available from two of the most reputable online KISS merchandise dealers who usually also frequent KISS Expos. «Post A Comment»
Sunday, August 25, 2002 9:30:50 AM - Happy Birthday Gene
The KISSFAQ wishes Gene Simmons a very happy 53rd birthday. L'CHAIM (sp?) Demon! «Post A Comment»
Friday, August 23, 2002 12:36:13 PM - "Very Best Of KISS" packaging unveiled...
Pretty decent packaging for the new compilation released August 27th (Universal/UTV Records 440 063 122-2)
The cover & booklet (3 pane)...
The CD...
The inner tray picture and rear tray insert...
Click on the images for larger pictures. Didn't spot any major errors on the liner notes, except "Lick It Up" being listed as being released in October 1983, "Hot In The Shade" being released in November 1989, and "Revenge" being released in June 1992 - one month later than reality. Buy the album from CDNOW, HERE... «Post A Comment»
Wednesday, August 21, 2002 8:07:36 PM - New online KISS Album Focus Chapter!
A new online chapter of the KISS Album Focus, for "The Very Best Of KISS" has been added to the feature, HERE... «Post A Comment»
Wednesday, August 21, 2002 1:25:21 PM - Wanna add a major rarity to your KISS singles collection?
There are two main rarities in the US 7" singles discography: The original blue label regular release version of "Let Me Go, Rock 'N Roll" b/w "Hotter Than Hell", which is nearly impossible to find; and the regular release version of "Strutter" b/w "100,000 Years" (Casablanca/Warner Bros. NEB-0015), which was the band's third single from the debut album and final release through Warner Bros. distributing Casablanca. I have a spare copy of this extremely rare single. Make me a serious offer for it, EMAIL... «Post A Comment»
Wednesday, August 21, 2002 1:25:21 PM - "Elder" demos samples updated on the audio page...
I've updated and added some samples which date from the "Elder" era on the audio samples page of the FAQ... «Post A Comment»
Monday, August 19, 2002 8:40:37 AM - Tonight ON The Tour Bus Radio Network - GENE SIMMONS (sort of)...
The Tour Bus (currently on 35 stations around the country)... On the last show comedian Craig Gass appeared (he is from the Howard Stern show - the one that does the Gene Simmons Impression)... The show is streaming tonight at 9PM (EST) from their website - and Craig really did some funny stuff in Gene's voice. If you've not heard Craig's hilarious Gene impersonation, then check it out from the link at www.thetourbus.com... «Post A Comment»
Sunday, August 18, 2002 10:36:44 PM - KISS Album Focus Book Review...
The KISS Album Focus Book gets a pretty good review in the latest edition #41 of KISS Kollector fanzine. I agree with Joop's comments... «Post A Comment»
Sunday, August 18, 2002 1:30:42 PM - Ramones Tribute set for November 5th release...
According to a posting at theprp.com the Rob Zombie "Ramones" tribute album which features KISS performing "Rock And Roll Radio" with be released in the US on November 5th on DV8/Columbia Records... «Post A Comment»
Friday, August 16, 2002 4:12:54 PM - Highly-anticipated book: KISS Alive Forever!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - August 16, 2002
KISS Alive Forever: The Complete Touring History
By Curt Gooch and Jeff Suhs
- Over-sized trade paperback (8 ½ " X 11")
- 288 pages on glossy Productolith stock
- Featuring over 175 color photographs from all eras of KISS's history
- Billboard Books, an imprint of Watson-Guptill Publications
- ISBN: 0823083225
- Release Date: October 22, 2002
Seven years in the making, KISS Alive Forever is the end result of exhaustive research by its authors Curt Gooch and Jeff Suhs, who reveal hundreds of previously unknown stories and facts about KISS herein. Exclusive interviews with over100 former KISS employees, friends, and even band members make KISS Alive Forever a thoroughly addictive, immersive experience. The already rich text is brought to life by the inclusion of over 175 color photographs, most of which have never been published before. For the first time, readers will be able to see the infamous 1974 photo shoot where Ace could apply only half of his KISS makeup, as well as several 1970s-era non-makeup shots.
KISS Alive Forever succeeds in deconstructing the myths behind KISS's world-renowned concerts and lays bare the underlying story: the compelling tale of four young New York musicians who grew up to conquer the world of rock and left an indelible stamp on American pop culture.
Curt Gooch and Jeff Suhs, previously worked together on the officially licensed KISS Trivia Challenge CD-ROM game. The authors will be promoting KISS Alive Forever through personal appearances at KISS Expos and on their official Web site, www.kissaliveforever.com where seven excerpts from the book provide a glimpse of this unique masterpiece.
Advance, autographed copies of the book can be purchased directly from the authors at www.kissaliveforever.com! «Post A Comment»
Friday, August 09, 2002 7:26:55 PM - KISS Album Focus Book nearly sold out...
I'm down to the last 100 copies of the KISS Album Focus Book limited edition printing. If you've been waiting, you better order since once they're gone, they're gone! If you're heading to the Omaha Expo this weekend, you'll probably be able to find a limited number of copies, or you can order from KISSMUSEUM, if you don't want to order from me direct, HERE (PayPal orders ship daily, usually the day following receipt, but sometimes even the same day!). As for questions pertaining to whether I'll be doing a second printing - I doubt it, I have completed the second edition manuscript which expands the book to an even 600 pages, which I'll be shopping around to prospective publishers, but the effort of doing this all on my own has been rather too expensive and demanding, though I am pleased with how the book has done and the postive response it has been given. GET A COPY OF THIS MASSIVE BOOK WHILE YOU STILL CAN - DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE! «Post A Comment»
Tuesday, August 06, 2002 6:45:27 AM - Vinnie turns 50...
The KISSFAQ wishes Vinnie Vincent a very happy 50th birthday! «Post A Comment»
Monday, August 05, 2002 5:04:03 AM - Gene Asked About The KISS Album Focus Book...
(From InnerSanctum) Gene was asked about the KISSFAQ book during an interview with Mark Bridge of the Australian InnerSanctum website. While he didn't know of the book (he has been sent one) he did have plenty to say about Touring, the pre-Wicked Lester band Rainbow, and the situation with Universal. Check out the interview, HERE... «Post A Comment»
Friday, August 02, 2002 10:18:47 PM - Blast From The Past...
Just found a stack of old site backups which contains a bunch of RealMedia multimedia that hasn't been seen in a while. Will be putting much of this up soon, so get your real meadia player! «Post A Comment»
Tuesday, July 30, 2002 7:25:12 AM - KISS Touring In Late 2002... NOT!
Silly season is upon us. Rumors on a certain mailing list suggested, from a seemingly credible source (rather than the usual "my sister's uncle's son's friend's sister's mother whose friend's brother's daughter, who scrapes the corns of the woman, whose daughter's friend who cuts the hair of the brother of the assistant to...), suggested that KISS were gearing up for a tour with Eric and Tommy with new makeup/costumes in late 2002. THIS IS FALSE. Gene addressed the issue on KISSONLINE.COM stating in response to the rumor post, "Here's another example and proof positive why I hate the internet. Not true". CHECK KISSONLINE for latest official news concerning any plans the band may have. Part of the problem with the internet is the speed with which information can be disseminted and how quickly rumor can be picked up, embelished, and seemingly become fact when being reported elsewhere. Then people get pissed at the band. Naturally, some won't believe Gene, the conspiracy theorists who leave the band in a no win situation. «Post A Comment»
Tuesday, July 30, 2002 7:25:12 AM - "The Very Best Of KISS" & KISS...
As usual, there's a lot of bitching about the new KISS compilation "The Very Best Of KISS" to be released by Universal Music on August 27th. According to Gene Simmons, on his official website GENESIMMONS.COM, "this is a decision by Universal. They have a contractual right to do this and nothing you say will change their mind". This is pretty much what I mentioned in the news bit on 7/22... «Post A Comment»
Sunday, July 28, 2002 4:24:19 PM - "The Very Best Of KISS" available for pre-order from CDNOW...
Due on August 27th. CDNOW is offering the album for preorder for $18.98, HERE... «Post A Comment»