Schedule For Kiss Coffeehouse Anniversary

August 13th is the date for the fifth anniversary of the Kiss Coffeehouse. The schedule for the day has now been released, it looks like this:

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Professional Photographs @ KISS Coffeehouse (Platinum & Double Platinum Packages Only)

12:30 PM – 5:00 PM Meet & Greet w/Eric & Tommy @ KISS Coffeehouse

7:00 PM – 7:30 PM Q&A Session w/Eric & Tommy @ Celebrity Square

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM KISS Army Concert @ Celebrity Square

10:30 PM – ??? After Party w/KISS Army @ KISS Coffeehouse

Gene Simmons In People Magazine

People Magazine has published an article in their new issue about Gene Simmons proposing to Shannon Tweed during Gene Simmons' Family Jewels. Read the article here: http://www.people.com/people/article/0,,20512941,00.html

Record Rating For Gene Simmons' Family Jewels

The latest (and this season's last) episode of Gene Simmons' Family Jewels is the most-watched episode in the show's history. The episode was seen by 3 million viewers. The series start again September 6th.

Gene Simmons And His Family In Vancouver

A week ago Gene Simmons and his family visited River Rock in Vancouver for a speaking event. Gene has now published this photo on his Twitter page.

Updates On Ace Frehley's Book

As mentioned here before, Ace Frehley's upcoming autobiography "No Regrets" is scheduled to be released November 1st. Amazon has now published the cover artwork. The books is available for pre-order at only $15.95.

Gene Simmons Proposes to Shannon??!!

During all the years, Gene Simmons has always said he never will get married. But take a look at this preview of tonight's episode of Gene Simmons' Family Jewels.

Gene Simmons And His Family Do Meet And Greet

As mentioned here before, Gene Simmons and his family did a free meet and greet at the View Royal Casino in Victoria, Canada last Friday.
The local TV channel Chek News did this news piece about the event.

Gene Simmons About The Tragedy In Norway

Gene Simmons has posted these tweets about the tragedy that took place in Norway:

Our hearts go out to the wonderful people of Norway in their time of tragedy.

Extremism, whether from the Middle East, or from Rightist Extremism in Europe is to be condemned. And never tolerated.

Gene Simmons On Amy Winehouse

Gene Simmons has posted these tweets about the passing of Amy Winehouse:


RIP, Amy. So young & talented. So sad. We condemn murderers. We never condemn drugs.

It's time to identify the Black Plague in the world. Drugs. It is the enemy.

Eric Singer In New Interview

Brave Words has done an interview with Eric Singer where he mentions the hard work about being a Kiss member as well as his thoughts on Vinnie Vincent. Check it out here: http://www.bravewords.com/news/166019

Protests Outside Kiss Show

The small Christian group Westboro Baptist Church protested outside the Kiss show in Springfiled a few days ago. They are protesting against Gene's involvement in the NOH8 campaign and against him being Jewish... Luckily the protesters weren't more than ten.
The local TV station WMAY did this news piece.

Archie Meets Kiss Comic Books Coming Up

In November the comic book "Archie Meets Kiss" will be released. This will be the first of four comic books where Kiss go to Riverdale to hang out with Archie, Betty, Veronica and the others.

Ace Frehley At Horror And Music Convention

It is now confirmed that Ace Frehley will be one of the guests at the annual Rock And Shock horror and music convention. This takes placeat the DCU Center and Palladium in Worcester, Massachusetts October 14th-16th. Read more at www.rockandshock.com.

Soundcheck Footage From Springfield

Kissonline has posted this clip of Kiss soundchecking "Shock Me" before the show in Springfield a few days ago. The interestering thing is that Tommy Thayer is dressed and made up since he did the photo session for Golf Magazine before the show (this was mentioned here).

Gene Is Keeping Himself Busy

Gene Simmons mentions on his Twitter page that he is a busy man:

KISS played Oshkosh, WI. After show, flew to Chicago. Went to sleep 4:00 am. Got up 5:30. Flew to Van BC for GS RICH & FAMOUS EXPO.

Worked with Family whole day. Flying back tonight 11:30 pm flight (gets in 5:30 am)... and a KISS show... Wanna change places with me?

Tommy Thayer Photo Shoot Today

Tommy Thayer reveals on his Twitter page that he will do a photo shoot before tonight's show.

I'm getting to Springfield, IL early today for my @golfmagazine photo shoot on the stage! Got some CRAZY ideas.

Backstage Footage From Prince George

Kissonline has posted this cool video that shows the Kiss members going on stage at the concert in Prince George a couple of weeks ago.

Behind The Scenes Photos

OZFM has published some nice photos showing the dressing room and other cool things from the Kiss show in Newfoundland. Check the photos out here.

Bruce Kulick Recording With John Corabi

Bruce Kulick has posted a tweet where he says the following:

Did some recording last night good friend John Corabi. Two solos for songs appearing on his upcoming Unplugged CD. This Martin 000-28VS sounded huge!

TV Report From Bushkill

Yesterday (July 13th) Kiss performed in Bushkill, PA. The local TV station WNEP did this news piece.
 

Gene And Tommy In Canada

Shannon Tweed has today posted this cool photo of Gene Simmons and Tommy Thayer on her Twitter page.

Gene To Speak At Entertainment Summit

Gene Simmons has been confirmed as the keynote speaker at this year's L.A. Mobile Entertainment Summit. This takes place September 20th-21st at the Hollywood & Highland Center. Read more at www.lamobilesummit.net.

Eric Carr's 61st Birthday

Today (July 12th) would have been Eric Carr's 61 birthday. He is still greatly missed by fans all over the world.

Kiss Kasket For $ 2999

The usual price for the Kiss kasket in $ 3999. However, this is now available for $ 2999. Check it out here:
http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-53200-19255-0/1?icep_ff3=2&pub=5574699997&toolid=10001&campid=5336861676&customid=&icep_item=220802248203&ipn=psmain&icep_vectorid=229466&kwid=902099&mtid=824&kw=lg

Gene Simmons' Make-Up Station

Kissonline has posted this photo of Gene Simmons' make-up station. The photo is taken by Eric Singer before the show in Sarnia.

Tommy Says New Album Is The Best Ever

Tommy Thayer says in an interview with Leigh Valley Live that eight songs are recorded and that "This is definitely some of the best stuff Kiss has ever recorded". Read the entire interview here: http://www.lehighvalleylive.com/music/index.ssf/2011/07/kiss_guitarist_tommy_thayer_di.html

Gene Simmons To Do Meet And Greet

July 23rd Gene Simmons will do a public meet and greet at the View Royal Casino in Victoria, Canada. This will be free and open to everyone. Read more here.

Kiss Kruise Video Message

Kissonline has posted this video message regarding the upcoming Kiss Kruise.

Join Us on The KISS Kruise! from Sixthman TV on Vimeo.

New Kiss Merchandise

This Destroyer pint glass is among the new items that The Official Kiss Store now has released.

Gene Simmons Throws First Ball

As mentioned here before, Gene Simmons threw the honorary first pitch at the Dodgers Stadium in Los Angeles before the game between The Dodgers and New York Mets.
Here you can see footage of the event.

New Kiss Book Released

The author Scott Parker has just released a new book called "Kiss Documented Volume One: Great Expectations 1970-1977". This covers all Kiss recordings such as live recordings, TV interviews etc from the years 1970-1977. The book is available in an black and white version and a limited edition colour version.

Bruce Kulick Meets Rick Nielsen

Bruce Kulick has posted this photo of him and Rick Nielsen. Bruce adds the following:

Never know who you run into to when traveling. Here's Cheap Trick's Rick Nielsen and I at O'Hare. Headed home after 4GFR.

Gene On MSNBC

The MSNBC TV show "Today" yesterday showed this piece about Gene Simmons.

Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

Vinnie Vincent Will Re-Record All Systems Go

Vinnie Vincent has issued a statement on his YouTube channel where he says that he has got plans to re-record the "All Systems Go" album with Robert Fleishman on vocals.
Read the entire statement here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1-9LnW5CZM

Gene To Throw Ball At Baseball Game

Gene Simmons has posted the following tweet:

Happy to say that I've been invited by the DODGERS to throw the ball at the game on July 5th. Come on down and watch the festivities.

Bruce Kulick Interviewed

The San Diego Reader has published a new interview with Bruce Kulick since he will be performing with Grand Funk Railroad tomorrow (July 2nd) in San Diego. Read the interview here: http://www.sandiegoreader.com/weblogs/jam-session/2011/jun/30/grand-funk-talks-san-diego-del-mar-gig-july-2/

Tommy Happy About Dawson Creek

Tommy Thayer has now posted this tweet about yesterday's concert:

KISS Army Dawson Creek, BC were INSANE! SOLD OUT!! Thanks for rocking it HARD Dawson Creek!!

New Backstage Footage

Kissonline has posted this short backstage clip shot one of last week's concerts.