Set aside the makeup, pyrotechnics, and
coffin sales, and all that's left of "the hottest band in the world" is the
music. Fortunately, in the case of Kiss, the music is their strongest suit.
This five-CD box set blends previously released recordings, demos, and
unreleased live material. Rarities come in large part from the band's
halcyon makeup period and include unheard songs from an assortment of demos.
Among the curios are the Wicked Lester versions of "She" and "Love Her All I
Can," replete with horn kicks and hand percussion. No less intriguing is the
previously unreleased Destroyer-era, Slade-inspired stomper "Doncha
Hesitate" and Paul Stanley's disco-influenced "God of Thunder." Other demos
give insight into the band's proclivity for cannibalizing early material for
portions of soon-to-be hits. Though most fans recognize the 1970s as Kiss's
heyday, the 1980s material such as Creatures of the Night's "War Machine"
and Asylum's "Tears Are Falling" holds up surprisingly well. The fifth CD,
which consists of 1990s output, falls flat, though some sparks are rekindled
with the rewrite of Argent's "God Gave Rock & Roll to You." The box includes
a thick, full-color booklet with rare photos and insightful song-by-song
commentary from the band. --Kelly Minnis
KISS Trivia: Simmons is married to Newfoundland-born Playboy playmate and actor Shannon
Tweed. They have two children. KISS were invited on their first tour as a replacement band in February
1974. Their first stop was in Edmonton. Marvel Comics illustrated a KISS comic book in 1978, which became the
company's all-time best-seller. The blood of all four members was mixed into
the ink used for the project. Beth and I Was Made for Loving You are the only two KISS-released singles to
reach gold status. To promote the release of Lick It Up in 1983 the band appeared on MTV for
the first time without their trademark makeup. Anton Fig, who later became the drummer for David Letterman's late-night
band, substituted for Peter Criss on the 1980 KISS album Unmasked.
KISS 10-inch Signed Figurine $394.99 This 10-inch figure features all four original members of KISS - Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley, and Peter Criss - and their signatures! The KISS signed figurine is limited to 1,000 pieces and features each band member, the group's logo, and their autographs on an attractive black base. Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS Psycho-Circus 3 1/4-inch Plate $19.99 This KISS Psycho Circus mini plate features all four members of the band and has them labeled with their nicknames: The Demon, Space Ace, The Catman, and The Starchild. Its red and gold coloring brings the circus theme to the forefront and is an excellent item for KISS fans at mealtime or any time! Measuring 3 1/4-inches in diameter, it will fit in on nearly any collector's shelf. Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS Psycho-Circus 8 1/8-inch Plate $39.99 Limited to 10,000 pieces, this KISS Psycho Circus plate features all four members of the band and has them labeled with their nicknames: The Demon, Space Ace, The Catman, and The Starchild. Its red and gold coloring brings the circus theme to the forefront and is an excellent item for KISS fans at mealtime or any time! A full size plate measuring 8 1/8-inches wide, this plate will fit right in with your KISS kitchen decor! Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS Ace Frehley as The Spaceman 15-Inch Plush $24.99 Guitar players always get the girls! The Spaceman joined KISS as lead guitarist and brought burning guitar solos to the stage. His stinging virbrato has been a major influence on rock guitar for over two decades and his interest in science fiction inspired his Spaceman persona. This limited edition plush version of the Spaceman stands 15-inches tall and was approved by the members of KISS. Be sure to collect all 4, you wouldn't want to break up the group, would you? Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS Peter Criss as The Catman 15-Inch Plush $24.99 Take a plush glam rocker to bed! The Catman is best known for his incredible drum solos. He took on the persona of a cat, because he felt he had nine lives to survive his street upbringing in Brooklyn. This limited edition plush version of the Catman stands 15-inches tall and was approved by the members of KISS. Be sure to collect all 4, you wouldn't want to break up the group, would you? Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS Paul Stanley as The Starchild 15-Inch Plush $24.99 He was made for lovin' you! The Starchild is the charismatic lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and songwriter for KISS. He is best known for his vocals and high energy on stage antics. This limited edition plush version of the Starchild stands 15-inches tall and was approved by the members of KISS. Be sure to collect all 4, you wouldn't want to break up the group, would you? Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS Gene Simmons as The Demon 15-Inch Plush $24.99 Bring Gene Simmons home to meet your roommates! The Demon is the fire breathing, blood spitting, and larger than life co-founder of the supergroup, KISS. He was influenced by a fascination with comic book super heroes, monster movies, and rock and roll music. This limited edition plush version of the Demon stands 15-inches tall and was approved by the members of KISS. Be sure to collect all 4, you wouldn't want to break up the group, would you? Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS The Starchild 1:4 Scale Statue $249.99 KISS The Starchild 1:4 Scale Statue. Each band member stands a full 20 inches tall, and is dressed in a miniature reproduction of the Destroyer era costumes. A variety of materials have been used to recreate each band member's signature look, including high quality polystone, real fabric, sequins, rhinestones, and metal. These KISS figures will be the centerpiece of any KISS collection, the largest and most accurate reproductions ever created. No other KISS collectible has captured the personality, attitude, and menace of the band in the way that Premium Format does.
KISS is regarded as one of the most influential rock and roll bands of all-time. Their career milestones are staggering. KISS holds honors as one of America's top gold record champions, recording 36 albums over 32 years selling over 75 million albums worldwide. Over thirty years of record-breaking tours around the globe include high-profile appearances at Super Bowl XXXIII and the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. The KISS legacy continues to grow, generation after generation, transcending age, race and creed. The unparalleled devotion and loyalty of the KISS Army to the "Hottest Band in the World" is a striking testament to the band's unbreakable bond with its fans.
Co-founder of the band and onstage ringleader, the Starchild was very influential in crafting the band's mega success. The band relies heavily on his recipe for catchy hooks and melodies The Starchild persona is that of a Don Juan-esque lover, combining effeminate traits with elements of extreme masculinity, rather than mere androgeny. Although Paul's voice is generally very soft and eloquent during normal conversation, he uses a specific "stage voice" which is a mix of quasi-African-American urban patois, faux drag-queen bluster, and yodeling preacher spiel, much like the Demon adopts an animalistic growl on stage. Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS The Spaceman 1:4 Scale Statue $249.99 KISS The Spaceman 1:4 Scale Statue. Each band member stands a full 20 inches tall, and is dressed in a miniature reproduction of the Destroyer era costumes. A variety of materials have been used to recreate each band member's signature look, including high quality polystone, real fabric, sequins, rhinestones, and metal. These KISS figures will be the centerpiece of any KISS collection, the largest and most accurate reproductions ever created. No other KISS collectible has captured the personality, attitude, and menace of the band in the way that Premium Format does.
KISS is regarded as one of the most influential rock and roll bands of all-time. Their career milestones are staggering. KISS holds honors as one of America's top gold record champions, recording 36 albums over 32 years selling over 75 million albums worldwide. Over thirty years of record-breaking tours around the globe include high-profile appearances at Super Bowl XXXIII and the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. The KISS legacy continues to grow, generation after generation, transcending age, race and creed. The unparalleled devotion and loyalty of the KISS Army to the "Hottest Band in the World" is a striking testament to the band's unbreakable bond with its fans.
The Spaceman joined KISS in 1973 as lead guitarist, and brought swagger and smoking guitar effects to the stage. He had a deep-rooted fascination with science fiction and space travel, and inhabited the 'space-ace' character with great ease. He wrote many of the Kiss classics, including "Cold Gin" and "Strange Ways." It wasn't until the hit song "Shock Me" from the "Love Gun" album that the Spaceman let loose his vocals as lead. The Spaceman was the quiet menace that kept the show rocking and rolling. Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS The Demon 1:4 Scale Statue $249.99 KISS The Demon 1:4 Scale Statue. Each band member stands a full 20 inches tall, and is dressed in a miniature reproduction of the Destroyer era costumes. A variety of materials have been used to recreate each band member's signature look, including high quality polystone, real fabric, sequins, rhinestones, and metal. These KISS figures will be the centerpiece of any KISS collection, the largest and most accurate reproductions ever created. No other KISS collectible has captured the personality, attitude, and menace of the band in the way that Premium Format does.
KISS is regarded as one of the most influential rock and roll bands of all-time. Their career milestones are staggering. KISS holds honors as one of America's top gold record champions, recording 36 albums over 32 years selling over 75 million albums worldwide. Over thirty years of record-breaking tours around the globe include high-profile appearances at Super Bowl XXXIII and the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. The KISS legacy continues to grow, generation after generation, transcending age, race and creed. The unparalleled devotion and loyalty of the KISS Army to the "Hottest Band in the World" is a striking testament to the band's unbreakable bond with its fans.
The Demon is the band's fire breathing, tongue waggling, blood drooling stage stealing front man. The Man of a 1,000 Faces, the Demon co-founded KISS along with the Starchild. He would do whatever it took to keep the audience's eyes onstage. He exhibited his savvy and humor with songs that brought balance to KISS's material. Casual fans and KISS army alike easily recognize songs like "Deuce," "Calling Dr. Love," and "Plaster Caster". The Demon has always been the most photographed and infamous member of KISS, and he shows no interest in giving up the spotlight. Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
KISS The Catman 1:4 Scale Statue $249.99 KISS The Catman 1:4 Scale Statue. Each band member stands a full 20 inches tall, and is dressed in a miniature reproduction of the Destroyer era costumes. A variety of materials have been used to recreate each band member's signature look, including high quality polystone, real fabric, sequins, rhinestones, and metal. These KISS figures will be the centerpiece of any KISS collection, the largest and most accurate reproductions ever created. No other KISS collectible has captured the personality, attitude, and menace of the band in the way that Premium Format does.
KISS is regarded as one of the most influential rock and roll bands of all-time. Their career milestones are staggering. KISS holds honors as one of America's top gold record champions, recording 36 albums over 32 years selling over 75 million albums worldwide. Over thirty years of record-breaking tours around the globe include high-profile appearances at Super Bowl XXXIII and the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. The KISS legacy continues to grow, generation after generation, transcending age, race and creed. The unparalleled devotion and loyalty of the KISS Army to the "Hottest Band in the World" is a striking testament to the band's unbreakable bond with its fans.
Bad-ass rock n' roller or passive jazz and pop symbol? Both? The Catman first joined the band in 1972 as the drummer for their previous incarnation, Wicked Lester. He answered an ad placed in a local paper, which read "Drummer willing to do anything to make it." During his KISS career, the Catman was lead vocalist on several notable songs, including "Black Diamond and their breakthrough hit "Beth," lending his distinctive rasp to some of the band's best most memorable songs. Available at Entertainment Earth Online Click here for details…
Tooth Tunes Rock & Roll All Night (KISS) Brush $11.99 Make brushing time a party time with Tooth Tunes! Rock your teeth clean - and encourage better brushing habits - with this electronic toothbrush that lets you hear one of your favorite songs while you brush. Sound vibrations stream from the bristles through your teeth ?Çô so you can actually hear music inside your head. To increase the volume, simply increase your brushing pressure! The better you brush, the better the sound! If you brush well, you'll actually hear two full minutes of "Rock & Roll All Night" by the rock group Kiss!
Electronic toothbrush encourages better brushing with two full minutes of music that can only be heard while you're brushing! Volume changes with brushing pressure! Includes 3 "AAA" non-replaceable batteries.
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