PETER CRISS: 'I Am Grateful For Being A Part Of KISS'

July 20, 2007

Scott Iwasaki of Deseretnews.com recently spoke to original KISS drummer Peter Criss about a number of topics, including Criss' new album, "One for All", due on July 24 via Silvercat Records.

"The idea from 'One for All' actually started when I got an idea to record my own version of 'Send in the Clowns'," Criss said from his home in New Jersey. "But the album's title is a tribute to my fans. I mean, I wouldn't be where I am now without the fans. KISS has the most dedicated, wild, psychotic, erotic and esoteric fans in the world. And 'One for All' is my gift back to them."

"One for All" took shape over two years, said Criss (who was born George Peter John Criscuola). "I had ideas for a long time, but when KISS finished the 'KISS Symphony' album and concert, I knew that I had to make another album on my own."

None of this is meant to disparage KISS, however, Criss said. "I am grateful for being a part of KISS, but I do know that I'm only one-fourth of the machine. While playing in the band is great, there is a lot of responsibility that comes with the part, and with the responsibility comes the politics and such. So when we finished the concert, I needed to do something for myself. And what better thing could I do was to make an album for my fans."

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