Mar 10th-
Gene is scheduled to appear on A&E's Private Sessions this Sunday, March 14th. Enjoy these preview clips from his interview with host Lynn Hoffman!
Here's a 3-part radio interview Gene did with London's 104.9 XFM!
Mar 8th-
Here's another billboard on Laurel Canyon Blvd in LA.
If you catch one of our billboards around the country, send us fotos and we will post.
While KISS were in Europe to do Germany's WETTEN DAS tv show, the moment of a lifetime: Meeting Sophia Loren. Do yourself a favor, and watch LOVE ITALIAN STYLE and many other Loren starring movies.
A legend.
Want to see more?
Go to KISSONLINE.COM for all the latest KISS news.
Mar 3rd-
Here is our new billboard promo-ing Season V of GENE SIMMONS FAMILY JEWELS.
If you see a billboard in your city, take a foto and send it to us.
Mar 2nd-
We've been busy.
Lots of activity on a few fronts.
KISS is in Europe (Germany and England) doing promo and media for the upcoming KISS Euro-Tour -- a tour that will encompass almost 2 years by the time we're done. Covering Europe (twice), Canada (twice), America, South America.... arenas, stadiums and lots of happy faces.
We wouldn't have it any other way.
Check out KISSONLINE.COM for lots of fotos and stories.
Rich Abramson, (my partner in Simmons Abramson, our marketing firm) and I are closing in on an entertainment company play. It involves a big picture, and we are scaling the heights one step at a time. Cannot be more specific at this time, since negotiations are underway. But, when we can announce it, we will.
Rich and I are partners in a new venture that promises to change the financial face of one of the most important aspects of people's lives. We are soon going to be announcing the venture on television, and in the business press.
And, GENE SIMMONS FAMILY JEWELS Season V is winding up shooting our new season -- 19 or 20 new episodes. We will be going to NY to promo our new season -- TODAY SHOW, JOY BEHAR SHOW (CNN Headline News), JIMMY FALLON and others in a few days.
Feb 22nd-
Here's the lovely Shannon Tweed and yours truly at the Premier of the new Elvis Cirque show in Vegas. We were followed by our GENE SIMMONS FAMILY JEWELS crew, who are finishing filming SEASON FIVE (if you can believe that).
This season, we will reach and surpass 100 episodes.
Feb 17th-
Check out this commercial for Sunday's episode of ABC's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition with KISS!
Feb 16th-
By Shirley Halperin
Feb 15th, 2010
As we near the semifinals and, soon after, the Top 12, the sensation that most "American Idol" diehards experience right around now -- equal parts anticipation and dread -- is starting to creep up on us. Sure, we love this show, but even with the addition of Ellen DeGeneres and the future exit of Simon Cowell, the "Idol" formula sometimes feels, for lack of a more subtle word, stale (though Monday's announcement to reveal part of the Top 24 earlier than usual is a good start).
With that in mind, we gave some serious thought -- but mostly not serious -- to a few simple changes that Fox and the "Idol" producers could institute pretty much immediately that might breathe new life into the franchise.
New judges panel: Gene Simmons, Snoop Dogg and Cyndi Lauper. Also replace Ryan Seacrest with Conan O'Brien.
Feb 12th-
By David Bentley
Jan 18th, 2010
PUERTO RICAN actor Benicio Del Toro's strong, intense features have led him towards many dark and tragic roles, the latest being the lead in the remake of The Wolfman, released on February 12.
But the character's spine-chilling howl comes from somewhere else together.
Rock star Gene Simmons - lead singer of Kiss was among the many people who came in to the studio to provide animalistic sound effects for the film.
Director Joe Johnston explained that the creature's blood-curdling ululations weren't as simple to achieve as you might expect.
He told BoxOffice they had listened to the baying sounds of werewolves in other films but thought most sounded phoney.
CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL STORY!
Feb 11th-
Feb 10th-
New York, NY
February 10, 2010
Legendary rock god and multi-hyphenate Gene Simmons returns with his unconventional family for an all-new season of A&E’s hit unscripted series “Gene Simmons Family Jewels,” premiering with a special one-hour episode on Sunday, March 21 at 9:00 PM ET/PT. Season five, which will cross the 100th episode threshold, begins with a terrifying moment for America’s most traditional, non-traditional family. Shannon has a health scare that makes the family rally and Gene is caught between two worlds – being there for the mother of his two children and being on tour with KISS.
Recent docu-series featuring a family dynamic have proven to tear families apart, but the Simmons-Tweed clan just keeps growing closer together. The new season will give viewers a behind the scenes look at the family’s many adventures and milestone moments that make them so cohesive. From Sophie’s high school graduation, to Gene’s 60th and Nick’s 21st birthdays, this is going to be a very emotional year for Gene and Shannon as both their children are fast becoming adults.
With everything going on at home, KISS has been in the midst of a two year, sold out world tour, celebrating 35 years of rocking the planet. Viewers will be meeting up with Gene in several cities that KISS plays on its American leg of the tour and get unprecedented all-access. The family also spends more time on the road with Gene. The Demon’s touring schedule didn’t allow much at home time with the kids when they were younger, but this time, the plan is to keep the family close.
His goal during the tour is to fulfill his obligations but not miss important family moments as he serves two masters - KISS and family.
In addition, this season will feature Nick playing with KISS members Tommy Thayer (Lead Guitar), Eric Singer (Drums) and dad on bass at Comic-Con for the launch of his newest graphic novel, Incarnate, which Nick both wrote and drew, Sophie looking at colleges, Gene touring his roots in New York City, and much more.
Leslie Greif, Adam Reed, Adam Freeman and Gene Simmons are the series executive producers. “Gene Simmons Family Jewels” is produced by The Greif Company and the Gene Simmons Company. Robert Sharenow and Neil A. Cohen are the A&E Executive Producers.
Feb 8th-
Superbowl Sunday started off with a meeting with lawyers, and our team to discuss the launch of a new venture, funded by one of the largest funds on the West Coast. When I can be more specific, I will.
Then off to the Playboy Mansion with Miss Tweed, Soph, and Nick to watch the game.
Nick and Soph have been going to the mansion ever since they were little kids. On Easter Sundays, Hef would invite former and present Playmates to bring their kids to search for multi-colored eggs hidden all over the grounds. Only kids were allowed to search for the eggs. The winner who collected the most eggs would win prices.
On the way in, Hef came over to greet us and take fotos. And the kids went off to socialize. Soph noticed a board with boxes, like a checkerboard over in the corner. It was a contest. Buy a box for $10. At the end of the Superbowl game, the winning box wins all the money. And the winner is -- Sophie!!! She walked out of there with $250. That's my girl.
Hugh Hefner also has a documentary celebrating his life is making the rounds of the film festivals. I had forgotten I was interviewed for the docu a year ago. Apparently my bit opens the documentary. Have not seen it as yet.
A word about the game:
I was rooting for New Orleans.
Here's why. This is a city that has given America so much. Mardi Gras. New Orleans Jambalaya. Dr. John. Professor Longhair. Neville Bros. The Culture. The food. The horrible devastation that has hit the city by Mother Nature, the economy, and all sorts of other ills would have sunk most other cities. And yet, when our tv crews visited the city to film two episodes, we were welcomed with open arms by the people of the city. Warm. Smiling. And... happy.!!!
There IS such a thing as a Soul of a City. And for New Orleans, it's the people.
As I was watching the Superbowl game, I was particularly struck by the closeups of the faces of the Saints, who were trailing 10 to 0. I didn't see any panic. I saw determination. I knew then that the Saints wouldn't just win. They would trounce the Colts. Yes. Even with Manning on the team.
And, they did!!!
Why? Because the Saints weren't just playing a football game. They were fighting for their city. For their Dignity. For their Pride. And even if the Colts were a better team, the Saints had a higher calling.
Throughout this whole story, the one thing that's been overlooked is the fact that The Saints and New Orleans have never won a Superbowl. Ever.
Until now.
It takes the worst of times, to bring out the best in people.
A salute to the Saints for playing their hearts out.
Well deserved.
New letters posted...
Hey Gene,
If you happen to catch the trailer for the star-studded movie "Valentine's Day", Ashton Kutcher's character asks George Lopez's character something along the lines of " What is the most romantic song?"
To which George Lopez's character responds "Rock N Roll All Nite"
Best Regards,
Mike Masiello
Feb 7th-
Here's KISS' Dr. Pepper commercial that just aired during the 2nd quarter of the Super Bowl!
Flew to Las Vegas for a night to check out a new, young band of brothers as a possible signing for our SIMMONS RECORDS venture at UNIVERSAL MUSIC, based out of Toronto, Canada. Mark Spicoluk, Universal A&E also flew in from Toronto.
 We are closing in on our first signing, THE ENVY. A terrific new band you'll be hearing a lot about soon.
Check out SIMMONS RECORDS.COM for more info.
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