KISS 2020 Goodbye Poll

[KingOfHearts89]

There has to be something special or different about this as a selling point

It can’t be more of the same they’ve been touring with, since it’s virtual, it has to offer something different to get peoples attention
Fans can see the “normal” end of the road tour, free on YouTube, in any number of cities; and see the entire show For FREE

The only wow factor I think they could possibly have would be if they brought back Ace and Peter For at least a few songs

Otherwise, few people will pay money to see something virtually that they can see on YouTube already for nothing

instead of the pyro going bewm bewm bewm, this night and this night only it's gonna go bewm bewm bewm bewm bewm

[Wichita77]

With roughly 75% of FAQ members not interested (so far anyway) it makes me wonder just how successful this will be in the end.

I don't see why any casual would do it, especially at that rate. I understand why they would want to go to a show, especially with it billed as a farewell tour, but I don't see a televised concert having the same appeal. Meanwhile, I'm sure that the networks and MTV have something up their sleeves as far as televised performances with more contemporary artists for NYE.

Then again with the whole world being concert-deprived, front row seats at a virtual show might be the ticket. Time will tell.

Maybe not the best comparison Wich, because it’s a different type of fan. It felt like probably 75% of FAQers passed on the EOTR Tour too– just like 75% of FAQers will probably pass on this ”Live”Streamed MimeFest.
It will still probably do okay, it's a novel enough idea. They’ve picked up a lot more casual fans that will pony up the bulk of the buys most likely. I’m sure they will do alright out of this and they know it.

Me personally. Not hugely interested. Though I wouldn’t rule out attending a watch party if that’s what ends up happening. Might be a bit of fun actually; a few brewski’s with the lads, watch Gene sing, watch Paul mime, and say goodbye to a prick of a year!

You're right. The FAQ seems to attract a different kind of fan, making it a less than accurate gauge KISS's actual hardcore fan base.

I'm hoping it does well, and so far they are the only show in town (virtually speaking) as I don't see much of anything else announced for NYE.

For me, seeing the EOTR show again would be fun, and this time I could share with my kids so I'm pretty sure I'm in. If so I'll have my computer handy watching the board for friends.

[Mr Slow]

I am hoping its a huge disappointment as far as sales. The band is milking this tit for every last drop and guess what - the tits are empty Paul! Instead of offering a shitty TV concert they shouldve spent 2020 aka COVID19 year remastering all the contents of the vault. They have tons of slides they own the rights to. This fucking bullshit countdown clock shoudve announced the largest fucking collection any fan has ever dreamed. An extensive photobook filled with stories from all members of the Kiss family, plus “x” number cd’s featuring demos/live material/alternate tracks/radio ads and interviews and lastly “x” amount of DVD’s featuring all the remastered videos, full concerts including the Alive!, Alive II, Alive III performances. Name the box set “KISSTORIC” and be done with the band. THATS what this fucking band should’ve done! I’m so fucking frustrated with this band.

I agree with much of what you say. At the same time, you can't blame Gene and Paul. They found out they have a LOT of suckers for fans. As such, they're milking every last cent out of them before they hang up the heels.

Once Gene and Paul truly saw what some fans would pay for nothing, they jumped on the chance.

Enough KISS fans let KISS know, in no uncertain terms, that anything they did in these last few years, anything, would be acceptable, and price was really no object.

Yes, Paul and Gene deserve the lion's share of the blame for how this is all ending; but a certain percentage of KISS 'fans' shoulder a large amount of the blame, too.

I absolutely believe this as well! Me, personally, I stopped following the band after The Farewell tour bc the band shouldve ended then. Paul’s vocals really went to shit after and its unbearable for me to listen to him sing and actually believe he sounds good. Again that is my feelings on this shit show today called Kiss

You guys talk about milking the fans and you are laying blame on band and fans alike (even calling them “suckers”), but the problem I have is all of what you are saying is because it’s not how you personality want it to be. How about those fans that do enjoy buying the merchandise or buying the LE vinyl or going to the shows? Me personally, I’ve got very little interest in buying classic 70’s shows. I’d pick a KISSOLOGY 4 or similar, but I wouldn’t be giddy for it. I don’t buy the collectables. Zero interest in splattered vinyl. But I want to see live concerts. If that’s not an option right now then I think this is a pretty decent substitute.

Before you sit there and lament how KISS has got it so terribly wrong and who is at fault, stop and think that it’s wrong for you, not for all of us. You’re basically saying “KISS isn’t doing what I want so it’s wrong”. Talk about ignorant! You even hope this Dubai thing is a flop because then hopefully they’ll be forced into plan B, which hopefully is what you want. Unbelievable!

The numbers of the last tour prove that lots of fans still like seeing them live. And plenty of fans buy the collectables and splattered vinyl versions of albums they already own. Every one of us makes a choice whether to buy any of it. From the high end kruises to the cheapest items. Why rush to release classic era shows and vaults of music when that kind of thing can be drip fed to us long after they’ve retired? It’s KISS, you know it will come.

Get off your high horses. If KISS isn’t doing what you want personally and you are actually at the point of hoping for failure, maybe it’s time to find a band that is and hitch your wagon to them.

I see a nerve was struck. Good, one should have been.

You, sir, are a prime example of the 'fan' who is helping the band ruin their legacy in these last years. By your reaction, I see you understand that quite well, too.

Good.

You couldn’t possibly be more wrong. I’m not even sure you read what I posted. Words like clueless and oblivious immediately come to mind. My point was that you act like if they followed your personal wish list they would be doing things right but because they aren’t it’s wrong by default. Incredibky, you can’t even see the ignorance in your comments. Talk about arrogant! I don’t remember seeing a more conceited post anywhere for quite some time. Bravo!

Let me put it as simply as I can, which it obviously needs to be (any simpler and I’d have to write it in crayon!); Just because live concerts aren’t what you want from them DOES NOT MAKE IT WRONG!!! Just because they are holding off on releasing archival music/footage DOES NO MAKE IT WRONG!!! And just because some fans have more money than you and can afford high end items (which is why I really believe all this upsets you so much) DOES NOT MAKE IT WRONG!!!

Am I suggesting they’ve got everything right? Hell no! My wish list includes more new music, less money chasing and focus more on being a real band, not just a total nostalgia act. That aspect of KISS infuriates me. But would I be arrogant enough to say what they’re doing is wrong simply because they’re not following my blueprint? I think I’ll leave that level of arrogance to you.

And just for the record, I have absolutely no guilt and I take no credit at all for where KISS stands in 2020. My only purchases of anything KISS related in the past 2 years is a $10 jigsaw puzzle that my wife got for me. Like a million other fans around the world I bought 4 tickets to 2 shows a couple years ago for a tour that eventually got cancelled. Prior to that, Gene’s vault. So how exactly am I ruining the legacy?

[totiefields]

No. I don't think it's a terrible idea, just not for me. I paid less to see them in person in February.

[Metalion_SOS]

Hell no. I'm not watching a screen at 4am on New Year's morning. I'll have to buy any physical release though, even if it is terrible.

[AstroWarped]

This could be an indication that folks are expecting nothing new beyond two tunes switched out of the set-list and fear that they will add even more fakery to it!

So, they wait and will likely buy the new 4K discs set of the show anyways.

I would not mind seeing what their AD&D hex map / beehive stage set-up looks like!

[Grand Classic]

I am hoping its a huge disappointment as far as sales. The band is milking this tit for every last drop and guess what - the tits are empty Paul! Instead of offering a shitty TV concert they shouldve spent 2020 aka COVID19 year remastering all the contents of the vault. They have tons of slides they own the rights to. This fucking bullshit countdown clock shoudve announced the largest fucking collection any fan has ever dreamed. An extensive photobook filled with stories from all members of the Kiss family, plus “x” number cd’s featuring demos/live material/alternate tracks/radio ads and interviews and lastly “x” amount of DVD’s featuring all the remastered videos, full concerts including the Alive!, Alive II, Alive III performances. Name the box set “KISSTORIC” and be done with the band. THATS what this fucking band should’ve done! I’m so fucking frustrated with this band.

I agree with much of what you say. At the same time, you can't blame Gene and Paul. They found out they have a LOT of suckers for fans. As such, they're milking every last cent out of them before they hang up the heels.

Once Gene and Paul truly saw what some fans would pay for nothing, they jumped on the chance.

Enough KISS fans let KISS know, in no uncertain terms, that anything they did in these last few years, anything, would be acceptable, and price was really no object.

Yes, Paul and Gene deserve the lion's share of the blame for how this is all ending; but a certain percentage of KISS 'fans' shoulder a large amount of the blame, too.

I absolutely believe this as well! Me, personally, I stopped following the band after The Farewell tour bc the band shouldve ended then. Paul’s vocals really went to shit after and its unbearable for me to listen to him sing and actually believe he sounds good. Again that is my feelings on this shit show today called Kiss

You guys talk about milking the fans and you are laying blame on band and fans alike (even calling them “suckers”), but the problem I have is all of what you are saying is because it’s not how you personality want it to be. How about those fans that do enjoy buying the merchandise or buying the LE vinyl or going to the shows? Me personally, I’ve got very little interest in buying classic 70’s shows. I’d pick a KISSOLOGY 4 or similar, but I wouldn’t be giddy for it. I don’t buy the collectables. Zero interest in splattered vinyl. But I want to see live concerts. If that’s not an option right now then I think this is a pretty decent substitute.

Before you sit there and lament how KISS has got it so terribly wrong and who is at fault, stop and think that it’s wrong for you, not for all of us. You’re basically saying “KISS isn’t doing what I want so it’s wrong”. Talk about ignorant! You even hope this Dubai thing is a flop because then hopefully they’ll be forced into plan B, which hopefully is what you want. Unbelievable!

The numbers of the last tour prove that lots of fans still like seeing them live. And plenty of fans buy the collectables and splattered vinyl versions of albums they already own. Every one of us makes a choice whether to buy any of it. From the high end kruises to the cheapest items. Why rush to release classic era shows and vaults of music when that kind of thing can be drip fed to us long after they’ve retired? It’s KISS, you know it will come.

Get off your high horses. If KISS isn’t doing what you want personally and you are actually at the point of hoping for failure, maybe it’s time to find a band that is and hitch your wagon to them.

I see a nerve was struck. Good, one should have been.

You, sir, are a prime example of the 'fan' who is helping the band ruin their legacy in these last years. By your reaction, I see you understand that quite well, too.

Good.

You couldn’t possibly be more wrong. I’m not even sure you read what I posted. Words like clueless and oblivious immediately come to mind. My point was that you act like if they followed your personal wish list they would be doing things right but because they aren’t it’s wrong by default. Incredibky, you can’t even see the ignorance in your comments. Talk about arrogant! I don’t remember seeing a more conceited post anywhere for quite some time. Bravo!

Let me put it as simply as I can, which it obviously needs to be (any simpler and I’d have to write it in crayon!); Just because live concerts aren’t what you want from them DOES NOT MAKE IT WRONG!!! Just because they are holding off on releasing archival music/footage DOES NO MAKE IT WRONG!!! And just because some fans have more money than you and can afford high end items (which is why I really believe all this upsets you so much) DOES NOT MAKE IT WRONG!!!

Am I suggesting they’ve got everything right? Hell no! My wish list includes more new music, less money chasing and focus more on being a real band, not just a total nostalgia act. That aspect of KISS infuriates me. But would I be arrogant enough to say what they’re doing is wrong simply because they’re not following my blueprint? I think I’ll leave that level of arrogance to you.

And just for the record, I have absolutely no guilt and I take no credit at all for where KISS stands in 2020. My only purchases of anything KISS related in the past 2 years is a $10 jigsaw puzzle that my wife got for me. Like a million other fans around the world I bought 4 tickets to 2 shows a couple years ago for a tour that eventually got cancelled. Prior to that, Gene’s vault. So how exactly am I ruining the legacy?

I think one thing you might be forgetting is the fact that so many other bands are doing and releasing cool shit - that pretty much ANY fan would want, so it is just frustrating that KISS doesn't do any of that and instead seems to be oblivious to what KISS fans really want and that they think this Dubai show is "epic". It wasn't worthy of the countdown or the word epic in any capacity even if some people are going to pay for it.

[Mr Slow]

I am hoping its a huge disappointment as far as sales. The band is milking this tit for every last drop and guess what - the tits are empty Paul! Instead of offering a shitty TV concert they shouldve spent 2020 aka COVID19 year remastering all the contents of the vault. They have tons of slides they own the rights to. This fucking bullshit countdown clock shoudve announced the largest fucking collection any fan has ever dreamed. An extensive photobook filled with stories from all members of the Kiss family, plus “x” number cd’s featuring demos/live material/alternate tracks/radio ads and interviews and lastly “x” amount of DVD’s featuring all the remastered videos, full concerts including the Alive!, Alive II, Alive III performances. Name the box set “KISSTORIC” and be done with the band. THATS what this fucking band should’ve done! I’m so fucking frustrated with this band.

I agree with much of what you say. At the same time, you can't blame Gene and Paul. They found out they have a LOT of suckers for fans. As such, they're milking every last cent out of them before they hang up the heels.

Once Gene and Paul truly saw what some fans would pay for nothing, they jumped on the chance.

Enough KISS fans let KISS know, in no uncertain terms, that anything they did in these last few years, anything, would be acceptable, and price was really no object.

Yes, Paul and Gene deserve the lion's share of the blame for how this is all ending; but a certain percentage of KISS 'fans' shoulder a large amount of the blame, too.

I absolutely believe this as well! Me, personally, I stopped following the band after The Farewell tour bc the band shouldve ended then. Paul’s vocals really went to shit after and its unbearable for me to listen to him sing and actually believe he sounds good. Again that is my feelings on this shit show today called Kiss

You guys talk about milking the fans and you are laying blame on band and fans alike (even calling them “suckers”), but the problem I have is all of what you are saying is because it’s not how you personality want it to be. How about those fans that do enjoy buying the merchandise or buying the LE vinyl or going to the shows? Me personally, I’ve got very little interest in buying classic 70’s shows. I’d pick a KISSOLOGY 4 or similar, but I wouldn’t be giddy for it. I don’t buy the collectables. Zero interest in splattered vinyl. But I want to see live concerts. If that’s not an option right now then I think this is a pretty decent substitute.

Before you sit there and lament how KISS has got it so terribly wrong and who is at fault, stop and think that it’s wrong for you, not for all of us. You’re basically saying “KISS isn’t doing what I want so it’s wrong”. Talk about ignorant! You even hope this Dubai thing is a flop because then hopefully they’ll be forced into plan B, which hopefully is what you want. Unbelievable!

The numbers of the last tour prove that lots of fans still like seeing them live. And plenty of fans buy the collectables and splattered vinyl versions of albums they already own. Every one of us makes a choice whether to buy any of it. From the high end kruises to the cheapest items. Why rush to release classic era shows and vaults of music when that kind of thing can be drip fed to us long after they’ve retired? It’s KISS, you know it will come.

Get off your high horses. If KISS isn’t doing what you want personally and you are actually at the point of hoping for failure, maybe it’s time to find a band that is and hitch your wagon to them.

I see a nerve was struck. Good, one should have been.

You, sir, are a prime example of the 'fan' who is helping the band ruin their legacy in these last years. By your reaction, I see you understand that quite well, too.

Good.

You couldn’t possibly be more wrong. I’m not even sure you read what I posted. Words like clueless and oblivious immediately come to mind. My point was that you act like if they followed your personal wish list they would be doing things right but because they aren’t it’s wrong by default. Incredibky, you can’t even see the ignorance in your comments. Talk about arrogant! I don’t remember seeing a more conceited post anywhere for quite some time. Bravo!

Let me put it as simply as I can, which it obviously needs to be (any simpler and I’d have to write it in crayon!); Just because live concerts aren’t what you want from them DOES NOT MAKE IT WRONG!!! Just because they are holding off on releasing archival music/footage DOES NO MAKE IT WRONG!!! And just because some fans have more money than you and can afford high end items (which is why I really believe all this upsets you so much) DOES NOT MAKE IT WRONG!!!

Am I suggesting they’ve got everything right? Hell no! My wish list includes more new music, less money chasing and focus more on being a real band, not just a total nostalgia act. That aspect of KISS infuriates me. But would I be arrogant enough to say what they’re doing is wrong simply because they’re not following my blueprint? I think I’ll leave that level of arrogance to you.

And just for the record, I have absolutely no guilt and I take no credit at all for where KISS stands in 2020. My only purchases of anything KISS related in the past 2 years is a $10 jigsaw puzzle that my wife got for me. Like a million other fans around the world I bought 4 tickets to 2 shows a couple years ago for a tour that eventually got cancelled. Prior to that, Gene’s vault. So how exactly am I ruining the legacy?

I think one thing you might be forgetting is the fact that so many other bands are doing and releasing cool shit - that pretty much ANY fan would want, so it is just frustrating that KISS doesn't do any of that and instead seems to be oblivious to what KISS fans really want and that they think this Dubai show is "epic". It wasn't worthy of the countdown or the word epic in any capacity even if some people are going to pay for it.

No, it wasn’t worthy to YOU. I think most Metallica, Disturbed, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Alter Bridge etc. etc. fans would be happy to hear their favourite band is doing something unique like this.

What none of you seem to think about is there’s plenty of time to release archived stuff. Once they retire they can do what Jimmy Page does and put out new vintage footage/audio for decades. Why do it now when they’re still active? COVID aside, they’d rather fans spend money on concert tickets and kruises. They can get the archive money once the touring revenue dries up. What many crave now they’ll be desperate for in a couple years. It’s smart business.

A near 50 year old band doing something they’ve never done in a place they’ve never been should be a big deal to the fans. But KISS fans have turned into the most entitled bunch of curmudgeons on earth. It’s pathetic!

[Grand Classic]

I am hoping its a huge disappointment as far as sales. The band is milking this tit for every last drop and guess what - the tits are empty Paul! Instead of offering a shitty TV concert they shouldve spent 2020 aka COVID19 year remastering all the contents of the vault. They have tons of slides they own the rights to. This fucking bullshit countdown clock shoudve announced the largest fucking collection any fan has ever dreamed. An extensive photobook filled with stories from all members of the Kiss family, plus “x” number cd’s featuring demos/live material/alternate tracks/radio ads and interviews and lastly “x” amount of DVD’s featuring all the remastered videos, full concerts including the Alive!, Alive II, Alive III performances. Name the box set “KISSTORIC” and be done with the band. THATS what this fucking band should’ve done! I’m so fucking frustrated with this band.

I agree with much of what you say. At the same time, you can't blame Gene and Paul. They found out they have a LOT of suckers for fans. As such, they're milking every last cent out of them before they hang up the heels.

Once Gene and Paul truly saw what some fans would pay for nothing, they jumped on the chance.

Enough KISS fans let KISS know, in no uncertain terms, that anything they did in these last few years, anything, would be acceptable, and price was really no object.

Yes, Paul and Gene deserve the lion's share of the blame for how this is all ending; but a certain percentage of KISS 'fans' shoulder a large amount of the blame, too.

I absolutely believe this as well! Me, personally, I stopped following the band after The Farewell tour bc the band shouldve ended then. Paul’s vocals really went to shit after and its unbearable for me to listen to him sing and actually believe he sounds good. Again that is my feelings on this shit show today called Kiss

You guys talk about milking the fans and you are laying blame on band and fans alike (even calling them “suckers”), but the problem I have is all of what you are saying is because it’s not how you personality want it to be. How about those fans that do enjoy buying the merchandise or buying the LE vinyl or going to the shows? Me personally, I’ve got very little interest in buying classic 70’s shows. I’d pick a KISSOLOGY 4 or similar, but I wouldn’t be giddy for it. I don’t buy the collectables. Zero interest in splattered vinyl. But I want to see live concerts. If that’s not an option right now then I think this is a pretty decent substitute.

Before you sit there and lament how KISS has got it so terribly wrong and who is at fault, stop and think that it’s wrong for you, not for all of us. You’re basically saying “KISS isn’t doing what I want so it’s wrong”. Talk about ignorant! You even hope this Dubai thing is a flop because then hopefully they’ll be forced into plan B, which hopefully is what you want. Unbelievable!

The numbers of the last tour prove that lots of fans still like seeing them live. And plenty of fans buy the collectables and splattered vinyl versions of albums they already own. Every one of us makes a choice whether to buy any of it. From the high end kruises to the cheapest items. Why rush to release classic era shows and vaults of music when that kind of thing can be drip fed to us long after they’ve retired? It’s KISS, you know it will come.

Get off your high horses. If KISS isn’t doing what you want personally and you are actually at the point of hoping for failure, maybe it’s time to find a band that is and hitch your wagon to them.

I see a nerve was struck. Good, one should have been.

You, sir, are a prime example of the 'fan' who is helping the band ruin their legacy in these last years. By your reaction, I see you understand that quite well, too.

Good.

You couldn’t possibly be more wrong. I’m not even sure you read what I posted. Words like clueless and oblivious immediately come to mind. My point was that you act like if they followed your personal wish list they would be doing things right but because they aren’t it’s wrong by default. Incredibky, you can’t even see the ignorance in your comments. Talk about arrogant! I don’t remember seeing a more conceited post anywhere for quite some time. Bravo!

Let me put it as simply as I can, which it obviously needs to be (any simpler and I’d have to write it in crayon!); Just because live concerts aren’t what you want from them DOES NOT MAKE IT WRONG!!! Just because they are holding off on releasing archival music/footage DOES NO MAKE IT WRONG!!! And just because some fans have more money than you and can afford high end items (which is why I really believe all this upsets you so much) DOES NOT MAKE IT WRONG!!!

Am I suggesting they’ve got everything right? Hell no! My wish list includes more new music, less money chasing and focus more on being a real band, not just a total nostalgia act. That aspect of KISS infuriates me. But would I be arrogant enough to say what they’re doing is wrong simply because they’re not following my blueprint? I think I’ll leave that level of arrogance to you.

And just for the record, I have absolutely no guilt and I take no credit at all for where KISS stands in 2020. My only purchases of anything KISS related in the past 2 years is a $10 jigsaw puzzle that my wife got for me. Like a million other fans around the world I bought 4 tickets to 2 shows a couple years ago for a tour that eventually got cancelled. Prior to that, Gene’s vault. So how exactly am I ruining the legacy?

I think one thing you might be forgetting is the fact that so many other bands are doing and releasing cool shit - that pretty much ANY fan would want, so it is just frustrating that KISS doesn't do any of that and instead seems to be oblivious to what KISS fans really want and that they think this Dubai show is "epic". It wasn't worthy of the countdown or the word epic in any capacity even if some people are going to pay for it.

No, it wasn’t worthy to YOU. I think most Metallica, Disturbed, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Alter Bridge etc. etc. fans would be happy to hear their favourite band is doing something unique like this.

What none of you seem to think about is there’s plenty of time to release archived stuff. Once they retire they can do what Jimmy Page does and put out new vintage footage/audio for decades. Why do it now when they’re still active? COVID aside, they’d rather fans spend money on concert tickets and kruises. They can get the archive money once the touring revenue dries up. What many crave now they’ll be desperate for in a couple years. It’s smart business.

A near 50 year old band doing something they’ve never done in a place they’ve never been should be a big deal to the fans. But KISS fans have turned into the most entitled bunch of curmudgeons on earth. It’s pathetic!

Sorry, this isn't impressive. Even if one still likes the idea of it.

KISS have disappointed fans for MANY years with what they think is cool, great or epic and isn't. It's the very reason why fans all over the internet were mocking the countdown with suggestions of what it could be, since these type of announcements have always disappointed and this one ended up being no different.

[Frehley's Vomit]

I think most Metallica, Disturbed, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Alter Bridge etc. etc. fans would be happy to hear their favourite band is doing something unique like this.

Being 'unique' doesn't necessarily mean it's a good idea or is a cert to be accepted. You could argue that the only thing that's unique about this event is the place it's being held in. You could hire somewhere local and do pretty much the same thing. Most fans will pass on this because of the cost anyway. They'll wait until someone uploads it and view for free.

[Lofton23rdSt]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

[firekiss]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

[Lofton23rdSt]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

Not usually this much.

[Mr Slow]

I think most Metallica, Disturbed, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Alter Bridge etc. etc. fans would be happy to hear their favourite band is doing something unique like this.

Being 'unique' doesn't necessarily mean it's a good idea or is a cert to be accepted. You could argue that the only thing that's unique about this event is the place it's being held in. You could hire somewhere local and do pretty much the same thing. Most fans will pass on this because of the cost anyway. They'll wait until someone uploads it and view for free.

I’m not saying everybody has to love it. It’s not for everyone. That’s perfectly fine. I’m not a fan of the constant flow of splattered vinyl. Not everybody has to enjoy everything they do. But with this latest announcement there seems to be genuine hate here. One guy said he hopes it fails. Another said it was the just as much the fans fault that KISS have ended this way. Gimme a break! Ending what way? Playing to 10k a night on an arena tour that tops anything else they’ve ever done? I’m sure the members of the band and the happy fans that got to see it sleep soundly every night.

The saving grace for me is that tens of thousands of people will happily buy this concert and have a rockin’ NYE and the few entitled moaners who somehow think they’re owed something will be butt hurt because KISS isn’t delivering what they want.

[jannep17]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

How do you know that?

[Mr Slow]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

Not usually this much.

Seriously??? The negative entitled types have been predicting the death of the band since 2001!!!

[Mr Slow]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

How do you know that?

Because he can read.

[Lofton23rdSt]

Seriously??? The negative entitled types have been predicting the death of the band since 2001!!!

Look at the poll. It's not usually this much against the band.

[muddfoot]

I’ll wait for the Blue Ray

[lord71]

I wouldn't watch it for free.

Yep. Can't imagine being able to go through it. If someone paid be ten dollars, I could consider watching it.

[jannep17]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

How do you know that?

Because he can read.

I don't think the loudest people necessary are in the majority.

[kissin time]

Yes!
It's My birthday present from my wife
And here in Italy we can't celebrate new year eve with friends and family.
And my daughter wants to see it with me

[TheSpoiler]

I think most Metallica, Disturbed, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Alter Bridge etc. etc. fans would be happy to hear their favourite band is doing something unique like this.

Being 'unique' doesn't necessarily mean it's a good idea or is a cert to be accepted. You could argue that the only thing that's unique about this event is the place it's being held in. You could hire somewhere local and do pretty much the same thing. Most fans will pass on this because of the cost anyway. They'll wait until someone uploads it and view for free.

I’m not saying everybody has to love it. It’s not for everyone. That’s perfectly fine. I’m not a fan of the constant flow of splattered vinyl. Not everybody has to enjoy everything they do. But with this latest announcement there seems to be genuine hate here. One guy said he hopes it fails. Another said it was the just as much the fans fault that KISS have ended this way. Gimme a break! Ending what way? Playing to 10k a night on an arena tour that tops anything else they’ve ever done? I’m sure the members of the band and the happy fans that got to see it sleep soundly every night.

The saving grace for me is that tens of thousands of people will happily buy this concert and have a rockin’ NYE and the few entitled moaners who somehow think they’re owed something will be butt hurt because KISS isn’t delivering what they want.

Fair points. The whining has gone into overdrive this weekend. Some really unhappy people because Kiss announced PPV and they disapprove.

[Frehley's Vomit]

I think most Metallica, Disturbed, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Alter Bridge etc. etc. fans would be happy to hear their favourite band is doing something unique like this.

Being 'unique' doesn't necessarily mean it's a good idea or is a cert to be accepted. You could argue that the only thing that's unique about this event is the place it's being held in. You could hire somewhere local and do pretty much the same thing. Most fans will pass on this because of the cost anyway. They'll wait until someone uploads it and view for free.

I’m not saying everybody has to love it. It’s not for everyone. That’s perfectly fine. I’m not a fan of the constant flow of splattered vinyl. Not everybody has to enjoy everything they do. But with this latest announcement there seems to be genuine hate here. One guy said he hopes it fails. Another said it was the just as much the fans fault that KISS have ended this way. Gimme a break! Ending what way? Playing to 10k a night on an arena tour that tops anything else they’ve ever done? I’m sure the members of the band and the happy fans that got to see it sleep soundly every night.

The saving grace for me is that tens of thousands of people will happily buy this concert and have a rockin’ NYE and the few entitled moaners who somehow think they’re owed something will be butt hurt because KISS isn’t delivering what they want.

Fair points. The whining has gone into overdrive this weekend. Some really unhappy people because Kiss announced PPV and they disapprove.

Nobody's unhappy that it's been announced, as such. Disapproval is another thing entirely. Having said that, some people just can't (or won't) entertain the notion that it might just not be something that even the most positive fans think is 'epic'. In fact, the poll results thus far show that many, no doubt including even the many hardcore fans and those with no agenda (yes, they would have legitimately voted in the poll) simply don't think this is a great event or value for money.

[TheSpoiler]

I think most Metallica, Disturbed, Bon Jovi, AC/DC, Guns N Roses, Alter Bridge etc. etc. fans would be happy to hear their favourite band is doing something unique like this.

Being 'unique' doesn't necessarily mean it's a good idea or is a cert to be accepted. You could argue that the only thing that's unique about this event is the place it's being held in. You could hire somewhere local and do pretty much the same thing. Most fans will pass on this because of the cost anyway. They'll wait until someone uploads it and view for free.

I’m not saying everybody has to love it. It’s not for everyone. That’s perfectly fine. I’m not a fan of the constant flow of splattered vinyl. Not everybody has to enjoy everything they do. But with this latest announcement there seems to be genuine hate here. One guy said he hopes it fails. Another said it was the just as much the fans fault that KISS have ended this way. Gimme a break! Ending what way? Playing to 10k a night on an arena tour that tops anything else they’ve ever done? I’m sure the members of the band and the happy fans that got to see it sleep soundly every night.

The saving grace for me is that tens of thousands of people will happily buy this concert and have a rockin’ NYE and the few entitled moaners who somehow think they’re owed something will be butt hurt because KISS isn’t delivering what they want.

Fair points. The whining has gone into overdrive this weekend. Some really unhappy people because Kiss announced PPV and they disapprove.

Nobody's unhappy that it's been announced, as such. Disapproval is another thing entirely. Having said that, some people just can't (or won't) entertain the notion that it might just not be something that even the most positive fans think is 'epic'. In fact, the poll results thus far show that many, no doubt including even the many hardcore fans and those with no agenda (yes, they would have legitimately voted in the poll) simply don't think this is a great event or value for money.

You make valid points. The different perspective is also valid. But its the whining about it that has escalated. If people disapprove and don't want to watch, then don't watch. Problem solved.

[Strutter67]

Foo fighters did one last week for $15.00

one cost, nothing extra

Gene and Paul are just continuing what they've been doing the last ten years or so: proving that their most virulent critics , especially the ones who said they are all about money first, were absolutely, 100% correct.

So sad how it's all ending.

Wow really? The Foo Fighters? Smh. $40 for a full spectacle KISS show isn't a stretch. It seems plainly obvious those who want to complain will always find a reason to complain. It takes money to ship that entire stage set to Dubai and for only one show. ONE!!! This isn't a tour, there won't be multiple shows. If they don't get enough purchases they will lose money. They still have to pay everyone to set up the stage not to mention pay for everyone's travel to another country. This isn't a show right up the street. Where did the Foo Fighters do their show? Was it a full concert experience? Full stage? I mean come on. You can't compare a Foo Fighers concert to a KISS concert. If this was a stripped down, club or Kruise show you would 100% have a legit complaint. But that doesn't appear to be what they're going to do. It's going to be a full on, bombastic KISS concert. Not guys standing on a small stage with a few lights in blue jeans. Can you guys give KISS a break on anything? Apparently not

Can you criticize KISS over anything, like say, gouging fans during a once-in-a-century pandemic and all its terrible economic ramifications?

Of course not.

$40 is gouging KISS fans? Really? $40???????? No you ALWAYS look for something to bitch about. It's not like the base price is $250. If it was then you would have a legit complaint. If you don't want to pay $250 you don't have to in order to see it. Just pay the $40 and be done with it. I'm not paying the $250 and I'm ok with anyone who wants to. It's their choice. But again it's not gouging if there's a reasonable, cheaper option and in this case there most certainly is. So try to not be glass half empty or if you hate KISS that much find something else to do with your time. Coming here complaining is nothing more than a waste of your time

[Crown Royal]

Foo fighters did one last week for $15.00

one cost, nothing extra

Gene and Paul are just continuing what they've been doing the last ten years or so: proving that their most virulent critics , especially the ones who said they are all about money first, were absolutely, 100% correct.

So sad how it's all ending.

Wow really? The Foo Fighters? Smh. $40 for a full spectacle KISS show isn't a stretch. It seems plainly obvious those who want to complain will always find a reason to complain. It takes money to ship that entire stage set to Dubai and for only one show. ONE!!! This isn't a tour, there won't be multiple shows. If they don't get enough purchases they will lose money. They still have to pay everyone to set up the stage not to mention pay for everyone's travel to another country. This isn't a show right up the street. Where did the Foo Fighters do their show? Was it a full concert experience? Full stage? I mean come on. You can't compare a Foo Fighers concert to a KISS concert. If this was a stripped down, club or Kruise show you would 100% have a legit complaint. But that doesn't appear to be what they're going to do. It's going to be a full on, bombastic KISS concert. Not guys standing on a small stage with a few lights in blue jeans. Can you guys give KISS a break on anything? Apparently not

Can you criticize KISS over anything, like say, gouging fans during a once-in-a-century pandemic and all its terrible economic ramifications?

Of course not.

$40 is gouging KISS fans? Really? $40???????? No you ALWAYS look for something to bitch about. It's not like the base price is $250. If it was then you would have a legit complaint. If you don't want to pay $250 you don't have to in order to see it. Just pay the $40 and be done with it. I'm not paying the $250 and I'm ok with anyone who wants to. It's their choice. But again it's not gouging if there's a reasonable, cheaper option and in this case there most certainly is. So try to not be glass half empty or if you hate KISS that much find something else to do with your time. Coming here complaining is nothing more than a waste of your time

That's not the only cost for this, and you know it.

[Tymaster]

Seriously doubt it. NYE is also my anniversary. Can you imagine the look on my wife's face when I tell her "well, it's a pandemic, so we really can't go out to a steak house but I bought us the new KISS PPV?" The other thing that makes it less appealing is knowing that it will be out, either in bootleg YouTube form or on Blu-Ray in a real quick fashion. I feel dumb enough for buying Vegas as it is ALWAYS on Vevo and Pluto for FREE.

[Fartbone]

Seriously??? The negative entitled types have been predicting the death of the band since 2001!!!

Look at the poll. It's not usually this much against the band.

Tells you a lot.

[Grand Classic]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

KISS may be the most clueless band as to what their fans actually want. They DO NOT hear and obey.

[Grand Classic]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

KISS fans were mocking this countdown all over the internet because they were expecting the disappointment that they got. It's not a KISSFAQ thing.

[Grand Classic]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

Not usually this much.

Seriously??? The negative entitled types have been predicting the death of the band since 2001!!!

Well KISS have certainly gone out of their way to make the WANT for that to be valid.

[Grand Classic]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

How do you know that?

Because he can read.

I don't think the loudest people necessary are in the majority.

Don't worry about firekiss - he only shows up these days to be critical about KISS fans here. He doesn't think we have the right to voice our displeasure and disappointment with what KISS are doing. That we should just be happy for the things KISS want to do.

[HOFCity]

Honestly not trying to be negative here but this event could end up being a flop.

Alot of people just don't have the money for this and other than seeing fireworks people aren't necessarily itching to see yet another KISS show.

Judging from this poll diehards for the most part aren't even interested in this.

Bad time to gouge people.

[firekiss]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

A board that consists of a vast majority that have essentially been done with the band for a long time.

How do you know that?

Because he can read.

I don't think the loudest people necessary are in the majority.

The silent (majority or otherwise) don't really matter do they? The board really only consists of those that are active.

[redinthesky]

Honestly not trying to be negative here but this event could end up being a flop.

Alot of people just don't have the money for this and other than seeing fireworks people aren't necessarily itching to see yet another KISS show.

That could very well be true too. I think Kiss is counting on people shelling out the extra ten dollars (making the total 49.99) for the "72 hour" unlimited viewings, instead of the 39.99 stream and one more viewing within 24 hours. The thing is, many people don't have smart TVs that can get the internet, and may not feel 40 or 50 bucks to watch a Kiss show on the computer screen (and without great speakers connected in many cases) is worth it. I doubt we'll know the numbers but I'd certainly be curious.

[Grand Classic]

I am sure that it will be on all the illegal download sites immediately after the first viewing and yes, a ton of KISS fans are going to go that route.

[TheSphinx]

Honestly not trying to be negative here but this event could end up being a flop.

Alot of people just don't have the money for this and other than seeing fireworks people aren't necessarily itching to see yet another KISS show.

Judging from this poll diehards for the most part aren't even interested in this.

Bad time to gouge people.

Does it matter? If the band is getting guaranteed money ... what's the big deal?

There's probably 2500 SUCKERS who will buy the $1000 package. That's a gross over $2.5M on that alone.

Good luck finding your name in the credits the size of a phone book.


Then they will put this out as a FATHOM EVENTS concert in movie theaters......

Then they will get around to releasing the Blu-Ray/DVD at retail.


You can bet GENE AND PAUL wanted in on the DRIVE IN $110 ticket shows like Garth and several others were doing but they could get that produce to do it with them.

But now.. this is really a PR EVENT for ATLANTIS and that's the way it should be thought of..... and I still think alot of those 50 cameras will be showing you places at ATLANTIS .... and not KISS

[mainline]

Nope!!
I have zero interest in this PPV New Year's Eve concert.

[domino65]

So please show Gene&Paul this poll result

[Shawn71]

Not with a blu ray and vinyl coming out,

[Mr Slow]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

KISS may be the most clueless band as to what their fans actually want. They DO NOT hear and obey.

But you think you know what we want. Don’t assume a few hundred diehards on a message forum is going to give you an accurate snapshot of the fan base. Trust me, in dozens of private Facebook groups there’s a very different vibe to what goes on here. Fans clamour for live shows, action figures, splattered vinyl and other collectables that most here bitch and moan about.

I’ve said it a hundred times but it bares repeating; the archive stuff will come. When they are finished for good they’ll drip feed us old footage and audio like Page does with Zeppelin. Why do it now when they are still active? They want fans to spend money on things that are happening now. Once the touring is gone we’ll see the vaults open up.

At the end of the day a KISSOLOGY type release is a niche market. Playing shows across the globe sells to millions. They probably make more in a night than they would putting out archives. You think you know more than KISS about how to make money? You flatter yourself! I know it shouldn’t be about what makes the most money but when hasn’t it been a priority for this band? 1974?

[Mr Slow]

Foo fighters did one last week for $15.00

one cost, nothing extra

Gene and Paul are just continuing what they've been doing the last ten years or so: proving that their most virulent critics , especially the ones who said they are all about money first, were absolutely, 100% correct.

So sad how it's all ending.

Wow really? The Foo Fighters? Smh. $40 for a full spectacle KISS show isn't a stretch. It seems plainly obvious those who want to complain will always find a reason to complain. It takes money to ship that entire stage set to Dubai and for only one show. ONE!!! This isn't a tour, there won't be multiple shows. If they don't get enough purchases they will lose money. They still have to pay everyone to set up the stage not to mention pay for everyone's travel to another country. This isn't a show right up the street. Where did the Foo Fighters do their show? Was it a full concert experience? Full stage? I mean come on. You can't compare a Foo Fighers concert to a KISS concert. If this was a stripped down, club or Kruise show you would 100% have a legit complaint. But that doesn't appear to be what they're going to do. It's going to be a full on, bombastic KISS concert. Not guys standing on a small stage with a few lights in blue jeans. Can you guys give KISS a break on anything? Apparently not

Can you criticize KISS over anything, like say, gouging fans during a once-in-a-century pandemic and all its terrible economic ramifications?

Of course not.

$40 is gouging KISS fans? Really? $40???????? No you ALWAYS look for something to bitch about. It's not like the base price is $250. If it was then you would have a legit complaint. If you don't want to pay $250 you don't have to in order to see it. Just pay the $40 and be done with it. I'm not paying the $250 and I'm ok with anyone who wants to. It's their choice. But again it's not gouging if there's a reasonable, cheaper option and in this case there most certainly is. So try to not be glass half empty or if you hate KISS that much find something else to do with your time. Coming here complaining is nothing more than a waste of your time

That's not the only cost for this, and you know it.

He literally listed other prices.
And also, he is 100% spot on. Stop complaining all the time. It’s beyond old. As Paul said in 1978 “Move On”

[Grand Classic]

Bad poll results for Kiss. This is a kiss message board.

KISS may be the most clueless band as to what their fans actually want. They DO NOT hear and obey.

But you think you know what we want. Don’t assume a few hundred diehards on a message forum is going to give you an accurate snapshot of the fan base. Trust me, in dozens of private Facebook groups there’s a very different vibe to what goes on here. Fans clamour for live shows, action figures, splattered vinyl and other collectables that most here bitch and moan about.

I’ve said it a hundred times but it bares repeating; the archive stuff will come. When they are finished for good they’ll drip feed us old footage and audio like Page does with Zeppelin. Why do it now when they are still active? They want fans to spend money on things that are happening now. Once the touring is gone we’ll see the vaults open up.

At the end of the day a KISSOLOGY type release is a niche market. Playing shows across the globe sells to millions. They probably make more in a night than they would putting out archives. You think you know more than KISS about how to make money? You flatter yourself! I know it shouldn’t be about what makes the most money but when hasn’t it been a priority for this band? 1974?

I see what KISS fans all over the internet have to say - it is pretty consistent to what the die hard here want as well.

Yes, I could do a better job than the KISS does over the decisions they make. Doc is useless. They so needed a Bill Aucoin type running the band for last 20+ years.

Don't kid yourself either - this Dubai show isn't going to be some massive success with the world coming together to watch. It will be available for illegal download instantly and that is how most KISS fans are going to see it outside of those are willing to pay the $40 bucks.

[Mr. Kiss]

Foo fighters did one last week for $15.00

one cost, nothing extra

Gene and Paul are just continuing what they've been doing the last ten years or so: proving that their most virulent critics , especially the ones who said they are all about money first, were absolutely, 100% correct.

So sad how it's all ending.

Wow really? The Foo Fighters? Smh. $40 for a full spectacle KISS show isn't a stretch. It seems plainly obvious those who want to complain will always find a reason to complain. It takes money to ship that entire stage set to Dubai and for only one show. ONE!!! This isn't a tour, there won't be multiple shows. If they don't get enough purchases they will lose money. They still have to pay everyone to set up the stage not to mention pay for everyone's travel to another country. This isn't a show right up the street. Where did the Foo Fighters do their show? Was it a full concert experience? Full stage? I mean come on. You can't compare a Foo Fighters concert to a KISS concert. If this was a stripped down, club or Kruise show you would 100% have a legit complaint. But that doesn't appear to be what they're going to do. It's going to be a full on, bombastic KISS concert. Not guys standing on a small stage with a few lights in blue jeans. Can you guys give KISS a break on anything? Apparently not

Can you criticize KISS over anything, like say, gouging fans during a once-in-a-century pandemic and all its terrible economic ramifications?

Of course not.

$40 is gouging KISS fans? Really? $40???????? No you ALWAYS look for something to bitch about. It's not like the base price is $250. If it was then you would have a legit complaint. If you don't want to pay $250 you don't have to in order to see it. Just pay the $40 and be done with it. I'm not paying the $250 and I'm ok with anyone who wants to. It's their choice. But again it's not gouging if there's a reasonable, cheaper option and in this case there most certainly is. So try to not be glass half empty or if you hate KISS that much find something else to do with your time. Coming here complaining is nothing more than a waste of your time

Actually S67, a discussion board dedicated to KISS is the perfect place to "complain" about them. But I digress.

I'll pass on this as well.

[Tommyr]

Hell no!

[Mr Slow]

Yes, I could do a better job than the KISS does over the decisions they make. Doc is useless. They so needed a Bill Aucoin type running the band for last 20+ years.

I think we’re done here. Clueless doesn’t even begin to cover it.

[Grand Classic]

Yes, I could do a better job than the KISS does over the decisions they make. Doc is useless. They so needed a Bill Aucoin type running the band for last 20+ years.

I think we’re done here. Clueless doesn’t even begin to cover it.

Keep being a sheep and swallow whatever KISS gives you with zero objectivity.

[Coventry1973]

I’ll either get the cheapest version of it, or if I don’t I’ll catch it on YouTube

[Mr Slow]

Yes, I could do a better job than the KISS does over the decisions they make. Doc is useless. They so needed a Bill Aucoin type running the band for last 20+ years.

I think we’re done here. Clueless doesn’t even begin to cover it.

Keep being a sheep and swallow whatever KISS gives you with zero objectivity.

Who says I’m swallowing it?!?!
Interestingly enough, I’ve never once said if I’m buying this Dubai thing or not. Chances are I’ll be away for work on NYE. I also never once said anybody else should buy it. But I did say several times that I have only spent 10 bucks on KISS in the past 2 years and constantly say how inexcusable it is that they haven’t put out more new music over the past 20 years. So how exact am I a sheep? And what exactly am I swallowing? I’d actually take being a sheep (which these days apparently means you like some things the band does) over being a whiny, complaining, entitled and clueless curmudgeon.

It’s absolutely extraordinary to me that anybody would be arrogant and ignorant enough to sit here as a nobody on a message board and suggest they’d run KISS better than the band or management does. Reminds me of those people who criticise a politician, suggesting they’d do a better job. You’ve got absolutely no idea what it takes to keep an empire like KISS running. “Umm... errrr... Release archive footage!” I’m sure it’s that simple!

Gene & Paul have been at this almost 50 years. They’ve managed to stay alive through the incredible highs and the darkest lows and despite being continuously written off again and again they are still able to sell out arenas right to the end. Doc McGhee has a resumé few others can match. Mötley Crüe, Bon Jovi & KISS just for starters. Sure he and KISS have made mistakes, but so did Aucoin. Solo albums, Phantom movie, THE ELDER, all happened under his management.

How could anybody suggest that Gene, Paul & Doc have got it wrong when this tired and worn out product we know and (allegedly) love as KISS has seen better days but can still rake in millions of dollars and have a following in the millions? Honestly, the idea of some clown on a message board thinking he could do a better job isn’t just laughable or conceited, it’s downright delusional!