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01/06/2012
PAUL'S COMMENTARY ON 6 NEW TRACKS
Classic Rock Magazine's February issue features Paul's thoughts on 6 tracks from KISS's upcoming album! Here's an excerpt:
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When it came to recording KISS's new, 20th album, Monster, Paul Stanley was wearing a big hat with the word 'Boss' on it. Metaphorically, anyway.
"I wasn't interested in making an album unless I was in charge and no one agreed to it half-heartedly," says the singer and guitarist, taking a break from co-producing the record at Conway Studios in Hollywood. "The band's all there, all the time, and we cut the tracks all facing each other in the same room. Chemistry and camaraderie, that's essential. That's what made Sonic Boom so great, and this album is thunderously better."
Firm but fair, we say. And if Stanley is to be believed, then their late-career hot streak shows no sign of fizzling out anytime soon. Which is why we've asked him to take us through Monster's key tracks. Take it away, Mr. Starchild...
"IT'S A LONG WAY DOWN"
"It says that those who reach heights and don't appreciate them fall mightily -- it's a long way down from the top. It's a defining track in the sense that it's very up-tempo and very much a signature song. Eric's [Singer] drumming is incredible on this."
"BACK TO THE STONE AGE"
"One that Gene sings. It's exactly what you'd expect it to be from the title. I come from a school where you write a verse, a bridge, a chorus, and then you go back. That's in my blood. It's in Motown, it's in The Beatles, it's in Led Zeppelin, it's in The Who, it's in all my favourite bands."Classic Rock Magazine's February issue features Paul's thoughts on 6 tracks from KISS's upcoming album! Here's an excerpt:
______________________________
When it came to recording KISS's new, 20th album, Monster, Paul Stanley was wearing a big hat with the word 'Boss' on it. Metaphorically, anyway.
"I wasn't interested in making an album unless I was in charge and no one agreed to it half-heartedly," says the singer and guitarist, taking a break from co-producing the record at Conway Studios in Hollywood. "The band's all there, all the time, and we cut the tracks all facing each other in the same room. Chemistry and camaraderie, that's essential. That's what made Sonic Boom so great, and this album is thunderously better."
Firm but fair, we say. And if Stanley is to be believed, then their late-career hot streak shows no sign of fizzling out anytime soon. Which is why we've asked him to take us through Monster's key tracks. Take it away, Mr. Starchild...
"IT'S A LONG WAY DOWN"
"It says that those who reach heights and don't appreciate them fall mightily -- it's a long way down from the top. It's a defining track in the sense that it's very up-tempo and very much a signature song. Eric's [Singer] drumming is incredible on this."
"BACK TO THE STONE AGE"
"One that Gene sings. It's exactly what you'd expect it to be from the title. I come from a school where you write a verse, a bridge, a chorus, and then you go back. That's in my blood. It's in Motown, it's in The Beatles, it's in Led Zeppelin, it's in The Who, it's in all my favourite bands."
"SHOUT MERCY"
"That's a great track. There's a lot of tracks that could start the album, and this is one of them. I like to think that the opening song is a declaration of what the album really is, whether it's a Love Gun or a Detroit Rock City. It's important to start with a song that defines what you're gonna be getting."
"OUT OF THIS WORLD"
"That's one of Tommy's [Thayer, guitarist.] He really pushed the limits. His playing is phenomenal. It has the kind of excitement that I like to hear where you're not quite sure if it's gonna go off the rails or not. That's what makes great rock n' roll."
"WALL OF SOUND"
"We're not trying to reinvent the wheel here; we're at our best when we don't over-think. It's not a Rubik's Cube, it's a song, you know? This one is absolutely, immediately recognisable and identifiable and true to being KISS. I put the blinders on us to keep us from being derailed or the attention span broken by things going on around us."
"HELL OR HALLELUJAH"
"Another up-tempo song, and it's very definitive. That's what I think is so great about this album: every track is quintessential. No one does it better -- and many have tried. When we hit the bulls-eye, we hit it full on. We've cut 14 tracks. How many we'll use or how this will play out will be interesting, but there's no filler."
______________________________
When it came to recording KISS's new, 20th album, Monster, Paul Stanley was wearing a big hat with the word 'Boss' on it. Metaphorically, anyway.
"I wasn't interested in making an album unless I was in charge and no one agreed to it half-heartedly," says the singer and guitarist, taking a break from co-producing the record at Conway Studios in Hollywood. "The band's all there, all the time, and we cut the tracks all facing each other in the same room. Chemistry and camaraderie, that's essential. That's what made Sonic Boom so great, and this album is thunderously better."
Firm but fair, we say. And if Stanley is to be believed, then their late-career hot streak shows no sign of fizzling out anytime soon. Which is why we've asked him to take us through Monster's key tracks. Take it away, Mr. Starchild...
"IT'S A LONG WAY DOWN"
"It says that those who reach heights and don't appreciate them fall mightily -- it's a long way down from the top. It's a defining track in the sense that it's very up-tempo and very much a signature song. Eric's [Singer] drumming is incredible on this."
"BACK TO THE STONE AGE"
"One that Gene sings. It's exactly what you'd expect it to be from the title. I come from a school where you write a verse, a bridge, a chorus, and then you go back. That's in my blood. It's in Motown, it's in The Beatles, it's in Led Zeppelin, it's in The Who, it's in all my favourite bands."Classic Rock Magazine's February issue features Paul's thoughts on 6 tracks from KISS's upcoming album! Here's an excerpt:
______________________________
When it came to recording KISS's new, 20th album, Monster, Paul Stanley was wearing a big hat with the word 'Boss' on it. Metaphorically, anyway.
"I wasn't interested in making an album unless I was in charge and no one agreed to it half-heartedly," says the singer and guitarist, taking a break from co-producing the record at Conway Studios in Hollywood. "The band's all there, all the time, and we cut the tracks all facing each other in the same room. Chemistry and camaraderie, that's essential. That's what made Sonic Boom so great, and this album is thunderously better."
Firm but fair, we say. And if Stanley is to be believed, then their late-career hot streak shows no sign of fizzling out anytime soon. Which is why we've asked him to take us through Monster's key tracks. Take it away, Mr. Starchild...
"IT'S A LONG WAY DOWN"
"It says that those who reach heights and don't appreciate them fall mightily -- it's a long way down from the top. It's a defining track in the sense that it's very up-tempo and very much a signature song. Eric's [Singer] drumming is incredible on this."
"BACK TO THE STONE AGE"
"One that Gene sings. It's exactly what you'd expect it to be from the title. I come from a school where you write a verse, a bridge, a chorus, and then you go back. That's in my blood. It's in Motown, it's in The Beatles, it's in Led Zeppelin, it's in The Who, it's in all my favourite bands."
"SHOUT MERCY"
"That's a great track. There's a lot of tracks that could start the album, and this is one of them. I like to think that the opening song is a declaration of what the album really is, whether it's a Love Gun or a Detroit Rock City. It's important to start with a song that defines what you're gonna be getting."
"OUT OF THIS WORLD"
"That's one of Tommy's [Thayer, guitarist.] He really pushed the limits. His playing is phenomenal. It has the kind of excitement that I like to hear where you're not quite sure if it's gonna go off the rails or not. That's what makes great rock n' roll."
"WALL OF SOUND"
"We're not trying to reinvent the wheel here; we're at our best when we don't over-think. It's not a Rubik's Cube, it's a song, you know? This one is absolutely, immediately recognisable and identifiable and true to being KISS. I put the blinders on us to keep us from being derailed or the attention span broken by things going on around us."
"HELL OR HALLELUJAH"
"Another up-tempo song, and it's very definitive. That's what I think is so great about this album: every track is quintessential. No one does it better -- and many have tried. When we hit the bulls-eye, we hit it full on. We've cut 14 tracks. How many we'll use or how this will play out will be interesting, but there's no filler."
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THE KISS KRUISE IS BACK!
KISS Army, are you ready to become the KISS Navy?
After our valiant inaugural adventure at sea, KISS & Sixthman are again joining forces to unite the KISS Navy. It was victoriously the wettest, wildest, & most rockin� time, but there are more tropical islands for us to conquer! We want YOU!
The KISS Kruise II
Sailing on the Norwegian Pearl, October 31 � November 4, 2012
From Miami, FL, to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
The official website is live today! Be sure to check out www.thekisskruise.com for the full event details!
KRUISE DETAILS
Included in the price of your cabin, you get:
-4 Night Halloween Cruise
- Indoor KISS Rock Show
- KISS Acoustic Unmasked Outdoor Show
- Cabin Photo with KISS
- Pre-signed Exclusive KISS Kruise II Print
- KISS Q&A
- KISS Hosted Activities (yes, all them! Paul, Gene, Tommy, & Eric will each lead an event onboard)
- Costume Contests
- KISS Navy Activities
- Wild Theme Nights and MUCH MORE!!!
KISS Army, are you ready to become the KISS Navy?
After our valiant inaugural adventure at sea, KISS & Sixthman are again joining forces to unite the KISS Navy. It was victoriously the wettest, wildest, & most rockin� time, but there are more tropical islands for us to conquer! We want YOU!
The KISS Kruise II
Sailing on the Norwegian Pearl, October 31 � November 4, 2012
From Miami, FL, to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
The official website is live today! Be sure to check out www.thekisskruise.com for the full event details!
KRUISE DETAILS
Included in the price of your cabin, you get:
-4 Night Halloween Cruise
- Indoor KISS Rock Show
- KISS Acoustic Unmasked Outdoor Show
- Cabin Photo with KISS
- Pre-signed Exclusive KISS Kruise II Print
- KISS Q&A
- KISS Hosted Activities (yes, all them! Paul, Gene, Tommy, & Eric will each lead an event onboard)
- Costume Contests
- KISS Navy Activities
- Wild Theme Nights and MUCH MORE!!!
Prices start at $750 per person for a double occupancy cabin, $600 per person for a triple occupancy cabin, or $525 per person for a quadruple occupancy cabin! Taxes and fees are an additional $200 per person.
A deposit of only $199 per person is required to book your cabin! (*$299 per person for balconies & suites)
For the complete list of cabin prices, please visit www.thekisskruise.com.
How Do I get to sign up for the Pre-Sale?
To sign up for the pre-sale, go to www.thekisskruise.com and click on �Presale Signup� before January 11th at 11:59pm ET. Those who sign-up will be emailed booking details and an earliest booking time on or around January 12th, 2012. Your earliest booking time could be as early as January 17th, 2012.
Please Note: Signing up to be a part of the pre-sale does not guarantee cabins will be left for purchase when it is your time to book. Our hope is to accommodate every KISS fan that wants to join this experience. In the case of a sell out, we will create a waiting list for those still interested in booking upon any cabin cancellations.
If you have any questions about the pre-sale or the kruise in general, be sure to check out the event FAQs by visiting www.thekisskruise.com/FAQ.
If you need further assistance, feel free to contact Sixthman by email at [email protected] or by phone at 1-877-379-9183.
See you onboard!
After our valiant inaugural adventure at sea, KISS & Sixthman are again joining forces to unite the KISS Navy. It was victoriously the wettest, wildest, & most rockin� time, but there are more tropical islands for us to conquer! We want YOU!
The KISS Kruise II
Sailing on the Norwegian Pearl, October 31 � November 4, 2012
From Miami, FL, to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
The official website is live today! Be sure to check out www.thekisskruise.com for the full event details!
KRUISE DETAILS
Included in the price of your cabin, you get:
-4 Night Halloween Cruise
- Indoor KISS Rock Show
- KISS Acoustic Unmasked Outdoor Show
- Cabin Photo with KISS
- Pre-signed Exclusive KISS Kruise II Print
- KISS Q&A
- KISS Hosted Activities (yes, all them! Paul, Gene, Tommy, & Eric will each lead an event onboard)
- Costume Contests
- KISS Navy Activities
- Wild Theme Nights and MUCH MORE!!!
KISS Army, are you ready to become the KISS Navy?
After our valiant inaugural adventure at sea, KISS & Sixthman are again joining forces to unite the KISS Navy. It was victoriously the wettest, wildest, & most rockin� time, but there are more tropical islands for us to conquer! We want YOU!
The KISS Kruise II
Sailing on the Norwegian Pearl, October 31 � November 4, 2012
From Miami, FL, to Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas
The official website is live today! Be sure to check out www.thekisskruise.com for the full event details!
KRUISE DETAILS
Included in the price of your cabin, you get:
-4 Night Halloween Cruise
- Indoor KISS Rock Show
- KISS Acoustic Unmasked Outdoor Show
- Cabin Photo with KISS
- Pre-signed Exclusive KISS Kruise II Print
- KISS Q&A
- KISS Hosted Activities (yes, all them! Paul, Gene, Tommy, & Eric will each lead an event onboard)
- Costume Contests
- KISS Navy Activities
- Wild Theme Nights and MUCH MORE!!!
Prices start at $750 per person for a double occupancy cabin, $600 per person for a triple occupancy cabin, or $525 per person for a quadruple occupancy cabin! Taxes and fees are an additional $200 per person.
A deposit of only $199 per person is required to book your cabin! (*$299 per person for balconies & suites)
For the complete list of cabin prices, please visit www.thekisskruise.com.
How Do I get to sign up for the Pre-Sale?
To sign up for the pre-sale, go to www.thekisskruise.com and click on �Presale Signup� before January 11th at 11:59pm ET. Those who sign-up will be emailed booking details and an earliest booking time on or around January 12th, 2012. Your earliest booking time could be as early as January 17th, 2012.
Please Note: Signing up to be a part of the pre-sale does not guarantee cabins will be left for purchase when it is your time to book. Our hope is to accommodate every KISS fan that wants to join this experience. In the case of a sell out, we will create a waiting list for those still interested in booking upon any cabin cancellations.
If you have any questions about the pre-sale or the kruise in general, be sure to check out the event FAQs by visiting www.thekisskruise.com/FAQ.
If you need further assistance, feel free to contact Sixthman by email at [email protected] or by phone at 1-877-379-9183.
See you onboard!
