Our kiss kruise vii experience ace frehley anomaly deluxe release. Makeup to breakup is the best kiss book to come from a band member and. Rock and roll experience with mike brunn 11,790 views 2. Ace frehley in his 2011 book, no regrets, also stated that criss was fired during a band meeting in which frehley was outvoted by simmons and stanley. Filthy riffs from kiss drummers tellall the catman dishes a heaping, entertaining pile of dirt. Ace frehley in his 2011 book, no regrets, also stated that criss was fired during a band meeting in which frehley, simmons, stanley and manager bill aucoin. My life in and out of kiss by peter criss and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Ace frehley and peter criss both have memoirs out that paint pretty harsh portraits of both of you.
Criss claims that extensive therapy helped him work through some of his anger toward gene simmons, paul stanley, and ace frehley, the books. However, simmons describes first meeting criss in his book kiss and makeup thus one afternoon i run across an ad in rolling stone magazine that said drummer available will do. I spent a nice chunk of time talking to lydia criss, exwife of kiss drummer peter criss but im sure i barely scratched the surface of her wealth of stories about the hottest band in the land and her incredible experience during the 70s. Apr 12, 2019 criss, gene simmons, paul stanley and ace frehley composers of rock and roll all nite, beth, detroit rock city and black diamond dominated mid70s headlines and rock charts. Peter criss reads from his book makeup to breakup about meeting paul and gene for the first time at electric lady studios in nyc. The advertisement was answered by paul stanley and gene simmons, who were looking for new members for their band. When you wish upon a star from pinocchio on the gene simmons solo album. The contents were from past interviews which are mere press quotes and not all of them are true. Some people love hearing themselves talk, gene simmons is one of them. Peter criss is a retired american musician and actor. Filthy riffs from kiss drummers tellall the catman dishes a heaping, entertaining pile of dirt in his new memoir david marchese november 7, 2012. Gene simmons was born chaim witz on august 25, 1949, in haifa, israel.
Kiss front man paul stanley goes into detail about the state of his relationships with his fellow kiss cofounders, drummer peter criss and guitarist ace frehley, in his new book, backstage pass while the starchild writes hes grateful for his rekindled friendship with frehley, he indicates that he has no misgivings about his lack of a relationship with criss. Last year, he took part in a warm reunion with kiss bassist gene simmons during one of simmons vault experience events in new. Kiss simmons details his 4,600 onenight stands, frehleys flake problem in book gene simmons autobiography, kiss and makeup, arrives in stores december 11. Lydia, a seasoned rock photographer in her own right, documented her relationship with peter and his rise in kiss with her coffee table book. Dec 02, 20 at least ace told the truth in his book, peter didnt. Mar 30, 2019 kiss pancakeandstudswearing rockers comprised of guitarists paul stanley and ace frehley, bassist gene simmons and criss formed in the 70s and became one of the biggest acts of the decade. Peter criss is a very difficult person to work with youtube. Jan 30, 2019 ace frehley accuses gene simmons of slander, groping after demotion to cameo status on kiss farewell tour. Makeup to breakup book by peter criss, larry sloman.
Original kiss drummer peter criss joined his former bandmate gene simmons earlier today saturday, march 24 at the kiss bassistvocalists vault experience event in new york city after being. Original kiss drummer peter criss attends gene simmons vault. Members of kiss, from left, gene simmons, peter criss, paul stanley and ace frehley, pose for pictures during a news conference friday, jan. Makeup to breakup is a noholdsbarred version of peter criss s experiences within and without a band. Founding kiss drummer peter catman criss delivers a riveting a. Peter criss music drives gene simmons crazy at book signing. Criss appeared on eight kiss albums between 1974 and 1998. He left the band in 1979, embarking on a solo career. Kiss has sold over 100 million cds and dvds worldwide, and continues to sell out stadiums and.
May 10, 2019 band members gene simmons, peter criss, ace frehley and paul stanley during a news conference at manns chinese theatre in hollywood promoting their album psycho circus. Kiss has sold over 100 million cds and dvds worldwide, and continues to sell out stadiums and arenas around the world, breaking boxoffice records set by elvis and the beatles. Ace frehley, paul stanley, peter criss, and gene simmons of kiss in 1975. The memoir of kiss drummer peter criss is endearingly. I never really read genes book, i looked at the credits and looked for my name in there but that was about it laughs. Founding kiss drummer peter criss tells story of survival in.
Band members gene simmons, peter criss, ace frehley and paul stanley during a news conference at manns chinese theatre in hollywood promoting their. On march 24th, kiss icon gene simmons brought his vault experience to new york city. This brand new kiss love gun figpin set is now vaultedretired making this a true collectible. As kiss bassplaying, firebreathing demon, gene simmons is the embodiment of sex, drugs and rock and roll. This time in new york city, new york, usa and earlier today, simmons reunited with his former kiss bandmate drummer peter criss. Kiss front man paul stanley goes into detail about the state of his relationships with his fellow kiss cofounders, drummer peter criss and guitarist ace frehley, in his new book, backstage pass while the starchild writes hes grateful for. There are stories in aces book that i knew should be in his book and they were there, there are things in peters book that just dont add up. Jul 20, 2007 as kiss bassplaying, firebreathing demon, gene simmons is the embodiment of sex, drugs and rock and roll. Former kiss drummer peter criss has slammed kiss bassistvocalist gene simmons over his allegations that criss drug and alcohol abuse is the reason criss is no longer a touring member of the group writing to his official web site, criss said.
In the annals of things you probably didnt think you really wanted to know, kisss catman, peter criss, has now published a. Peter criss does not like paul stanley nor is he rather fond of gene simmons. The gloves are off between ace frehley and his former kiss bandmates. Original kiss drummer peter criss attends gene simmons. I had nothing to do with kiss and makeup and i definitely had nothing to do with behind the mask or any other book gene and paul. Creatures of the night is pretty much their heaviest album at this time, especially compared with the poporiented dynasty and unmasked. Gene klein born chaim witz on august 25, 1949, known professionally as gene simmons, is an israeliborn american musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, actor, author and television personality. Oct 24, 2014 peter criss music drives gene simmons crazy at book signing.
Build an army of one, unleash your inner rock god, win in life and business and hes again. I was a kiss fan as a teen and have recently started watching his reality show, gene simmons family jewels. Apr 08, 2014 members of kiss, from left, gene simmons, peter criss, paul stanley and ace frehley, pose for pictures during a news conference friday, jan. Makeup to breakup is a noholdsbarred version of peter crisss experiences within and without a band. Nov 07, 2012 peter criss stabbed a guy, gene simmons stinks. Peter criss says he was devastated when ace frehley. Paul stanley amends stance on ace frehley, peter criss reunion. Kiss frontman paul stanley has apparently softened his stance on working again with former members of kiss, namely cofounding guitarist ace frehley and drummer peter criss stanley has been clear that frehley and criss will never return as. Kiss photo book japan gene simmons paul stanley ace frehley peter criss on. In his book, ace frehley, original kiss guitarist says that you saved his life literally sometimes in the late 70s when he was near drowning in the pool and you noticed that and you saved him with fast.
Paul stanley discussed criss departure in several interviews, including the commentary on kissology 2. New listing kiss original aucoin destroyer poster gene simmons peter criss 1976. Kiss is an american band from new york that was formed back in 1973. Gene simmons shares the secret to bedding 4,897 women tv guide. Gene simmons the vault experiences throughout the united states of america continue to be a chance for fans to see simmons reunite with past kiss members. He had three stints with the band, from 1973 1980, 1996 2001 and 2002. I had nothing to do with kisstory, except for my signature on the signature page. Kiss pancakeandstudswearing rockers comprised of guitarists paul stanley and ace frehley, bassist gene simmons and criss formed in the 70s and became one of the biggest acts of the decade. Peter criss photo by peter and gigi criss via spin. Exkiss drummer peter criss denies former bandmate paul. Get the best deals on kiss posters when you shop the largest online selection at.
On a whim i picked this up and have to say that it was a quick and enjoyable read. Gene simmons shares the secret to bedding 4,897 women tv. Peter criss and gene simmons see each other for 1st time. Founding kiss drummer peter criss tells story of survival. Tossin and turnin by bobby lewis on the peter criss solo album. Kiss simmons details his 4,600 onenight stands, frehley. Peter criss cofounded kiss in 1973 along with gene simmons, paul stanley, and ace frehley. Paul stanley always dreamed of being a stage star and became starchild. The memoir of kiss drummer peter criss is endearingly needy and.
Peter criss cofounded kiss in 1973 along with gene simmons, paul stanley. He was joined by original kiss drummer peter criss, who said a few words to the other attendees check out the video clip below. Also known by his stage persona the demon, he is the bassist and colead singer of kiss, the rock band he cofounded with lead singer. Ace frehley was added to the lineup in december 1972, and the band was named kiss later that month. Kiss is an american musical gang which is well known for its individuals face paint and stage outfits. Peter criss says he was devastated when ace frehley broke. Apr 07, 2004 former kiss drummer peter criss has slammed kiss bassistvocalist gene simmons over his allegations that criss drug and alcohol abuse is the reason criss is no longer a touring member of the group. Every member of the band contributes vocals with simmons playing bass, stanley playing rhythm guitar, frehley as the lead guitarist, and criss on the drums. According to gene, each member paul stanley, ace frehley, peter criss and himself fashioned their stage characters from their own personalities. Pauls book follows in the platformed footsteps of gene simmons kiss and. Peter criss behind the kit courtesy peter and gigi criss gene simmons.
Apr 29, 2019 stanley, who has openly struggled with feelings of insecurity in his own life and career, concluded that he wants no part of a life like the one he perceives criss s to be. Kiss singer paul stanley weighs in on ace frehley, gene. Peter criss rejects former kiss bandmate paul stanleys. Kiss insider lydia criss gives us an indepth and revealing. Early in the book, criss describes a gang encounter that quickly escalates into a blood bath. Gene klein born chaim witz on august 25, 1949, known professionally as gene simmons, is an israeliamerican musician, singer, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, actor, author and television personality. Kiss photo book japan gene simmons paul stanley ace frehley. Ace frehley published by collectors guide publishing apogee books, burlington, ontario 1997 used.
Peter criss music drives gene simmons crazy at book. Gene simmons promotes his new book, me, inc build an army of one, unleash your inner rock god, win in life and business at. Criss together with paul stanley, gene simmons, and ace frehley, established kiss in new york city in january 1973. Family jewels sundays at 9 pmet, the occasionally kabuki. Gene used to tell him, the best friend youve got in this band is peter criss. In the annals of things you probably didnt think you really wanted to know, kisss catman, peter criss, has now published a tellall titled. Band members gene simmons, peter criss, ace frehley and paul stanley during a news conference at manns chinese theatre in hollywood promoting their album psycho circus. Ace frehley loved science fiction and chose the space ace. Criss claims that extensive therapy helped him work through some of his anger toward gene simmons, paul stanley, and ace frehley, the book s unholy trinity of backstabbing hardrock judases. Criss, gene simmons, paul stanley and ace frehley composers of rock and roll all nite, beth, detroit rock city and black diamond dominated mid70s.
Peter criss bio, age, wife, daughter, kiss, makeup, solo. Peter criss and gene simmons reunite at vault experience. In 1995, he reunited with kiss, resulting in a phenomenally successful world tour before he left the band again in 2004. The ace book second and they were hard to put down. Gene loved horror films and chose the demon as his persona. Ace frehley accuses gene simmons of slander, groping after demotion to cameo status on kiss farewell tour. This facebook page is not administered by or associated with peter criss. Peter criss thinks gene and paul are dirty hippies, talks. Which member of kiss does peter criss hate the most. The memoir of kiss drummer peter criss is endearingly needy.
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