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Contest Launched To Remix GENE SIMMONS' New Single

ACIDplanet.com is partnering with KISS bassist/vocalis Gene Simmons to host a remix contest for "Sweet and Dirty Love", the new single from Simmons' second solo album, "Asshole". The Gene Simmons Remix Contest challenges remixers to put a new spin on "Sweet and Dirty Love" — a Gene Simmons-penned so...

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GENE SIMMONS Turns 'Queer', Holds Discussions With Russian Politicians

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has posted the following message on his official web site: "Talked today about a possible (..gulp) 'Queer Eye For The Straight Guy' appearance. They called and asked me if I would do it. I'm a fan of the show. We may shoot on the 28th of Sept. And, while the PR ...

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STRAPPING YOUNG LAD: Studio Report

Maniacal Canadian extremists STRAPPING YOUNG LAD have just entered Armoury Studios in Vancouver to record the follow-up to their critically acclaimed 2002 release, "SYL". Devin Townsend (vocals, guitars) checks in with the following studio update. "Here's a heads up from the Dev, speaking on behalf...

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JAMES MURPHY Talks About His Brain Tumor, Upcoming DEATH Tribute Album

Renowned metal guitarist/producer James Murphy (ex-TESTAMENT, DEATH, OBITUARY) recently spoke to AbrasiveRock.com about his battle with a massive brain tumor with which he was diagnosed in August 2001 as well as his music-related activities and projects. Several excerpts from the interview follow: A...

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ANAAL NATHRAKH Finalize Track Listing For New Album

British black metal act ANAAL NATHRAKH have finalized the track listing for their second full-length album, "Domine Non Es Dignus", due on November 2 through Season Of Mist Records. The follow-up to 2001's "The Codex Necro" was recorded at Necrodeath studios and contains no "keyboards, vocal distort...

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GENE SIMMONS: Hitting The Beavers

In a brand-new interview with The Monitor, KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons compared his rise to that of Arnold Schwarzenegger. The current California governor probably wasn’t the ideal person for any of the goals he set for himself — Mr. Olympia, super action hero actor and then governor. It didn...

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GENE SIMMONS To Guest On 'American Idol'

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons has posted the following message on his web site: "A few days ago, the band signed some lithos that will be available at KissWorld in the near future. You can always click here to find out what happening there. ”When the KISS tour ends in Mexico City on the 17th, I...

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Special KISS Gig At Opening Of KISSWorld?

According to KissKollector.com, "word from Down Under has it that the official opening of [the KISS store] KISSWorld next month in, or close to, Melbourne will turn into a very special event. During the Australian tour in May, there was already a rumor going around Down Under that there was going to...

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KISS EXPO Raided By Federal Marshals?

According to several postings at TommyThayerSucks.com, the KISS Expo in Charlotte, NC on Sunday (August 8) was raided by federal marshals and a lawyer representing KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons. Several thousand bootleg DVDs were confiscated in the raid but no one was arrested. Some Expo attend...

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KISS: Interview Clips From VH1 Special Posted Online

Interview clips with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss from the upcoming VH1 special "When KISS Ruled the World", premiering on July 24 at 11:00 p.m., have been posted online at this location. The hour-long episode chronicles the band's successes and downfalls as well as the gr...

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GOATWHORE Sign With METAL BLADE RECORDS

GOATWHORE, the New Orleans-based band featuring vocalist L. Ben Falgoust II (SOILENT GREEN) and guitarist Sammy Duet (ACID BATH, CROWBAR),have signed a deal with Metal Blade Records. "We are all very excited about this and will be doing a new album with Metal Blade Records in mid-2005," the band sa...

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PAUL STANLEY: PETER CRISS And ACE FREHLEY Don't Belong In KISS

KISS guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley recently spoke to PressOfAtlanticCity.com about the group's current tour, the absence of original members Peter Criss and Ace Frehley and his upcoming solo album. Several excerpts from the interview follow: Q: Are Peter and Ace done for good? Paul Stanley: "Yeah....

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KISS: VH1 Special To Chronicle Band's Successes And Downfalls

KISS founding members Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Peter Criss and Ace Frehley were interviewed for the upcoming VH1 special, "When KISS Ruled the World", premiering on July 24 at 11:00 p.m. The hour-long episode chronicles the band's successes and downfalls as well as the group's influence on their...

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GENE SIMMONS In Country Music Video: Clip Posted Online

KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons filmed a cameo appearance in the new video from country artist TRICK PONY on June 17 at the Heartland Mansion in Las Vegas, Nevada. The video, for the track "The Bride", features Simmons in the role of the "whore priest," according to Gene. Watch the video at TRICK...

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PETER CRISS: I Had Nothing To Do With Any KISS Books GENE And PAUL Put Out

Original KISS drummer Peter Criss has issued a statement denying that he had anything to do with any of the official KISS books that have been released over the years. "I had nothing to do with 'KISStory' except for my signature on the signature page," he said in the statement. "The contents were fr...