North Tonawanda, NY-It has been an electrifying couple of days for KISS fans in the Western New York area. The historic and beautiful West Herr Riviera Theatre played host to two rock legends in quick succession. On Monday, Gene Simmons of KISS fame delivered a unique and powerful performance, setting the stage for ex-KISS member... Continue Reading →
Welcome to Episode #95 of the Rock Interview Series. For this feature, Steve Brown, the renowned guitarist, songwriter, and producer of the hard rock band Trixter is the featured guest, In this exclusive interview, Steve delves into the recent release by rock music legend and former KISS member, Ace Frehley, titled “10,000 VOLTS.” This is... Continue Reading →
By John Jeffrey Hmmm. I've had this release in my Haulix (which is like Dropbox for journalists) for over a month, and truthfully only gave it a couple listens through. Once I saw the track listing revealed for the album, I really wasn't overly enthused to want to hear this record. I guess my disconnect... Continue Reading →
Buffalo, New York - Buffalo's KISS THIS! and the Goo Goo Dolls' Robby Takac are collaborating on a new music video, "Hard Luck Woman," and they’ll premiere it at the 18th Annual Music Is Art Festival on Saturday, September 12. Between 6 and 7 PM ET/3 and 4 PM PT/ between midnight and 1 AM... Continue Reading →
By John Jeffrey Being a lifelong KISS fan, performing onstage with one of the members of your all-time favorite band is a dream come true for any musician. For Philip Shouse, not only did he live the dream as being a member of the Gene Simmons solo band, but lighting struck twice for Shouse, as... Continue Reading →
By John Jeffrey Being a lifelong KISS fan is an easy thing to say, but when reviewing a KISS or KISS-related product, sometimes it's hard not to be bias or to be as objective as you should be. And when Ace Frehley is your number one influence and inspiration as a guitar player, it's even... Continue Reading →
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