January 20, 1952 is an american singer, songwriter and painter, best known for being the rhythm guitarist and colead vocalist of the rock band kiss. Book, message from paul this book spells out my approach to success and living the good life. Paul stanley, young starchild does an instore promotion. In this followup to his popular new york times bestseller face the music, the front man and rhythm guitarist of kiss grants fans an allaccess backstage pass to his personal life and shows them how to pursue a. Paul stanley s backstage pass is coming april 30 th. Probably the most sought after by collectors is the ps10, or paul stanley model. I wouldnt mind doing a few new kiss songs, stanley said in a recent interview with. Apr 07, 2014 paul stanley and the heavy metal band kiss made it big more than four decades ago and he just put out a memoir called face the music. Apr 12, 2015 kiss the notorious tom snyder interview ace frehley upsets gene and paul duration. A classic song can only become classic as it gains patina, so to speak, as it gains age, he notes. Paul stanley is the charismatic front manlead vocalistrhythm guitaristsongwriter for hard rock. So now hes grasping at straws just to grab headlines for his goddamn book. Mar 26, 2014 the same night, another visitor pops by.
Paul stanley on the downfall of kiss during the dynasty tour. Paul stanley is the charismatic front manlead vocalistrhythm guitaristsongwriter for hard rock super group kiss, best known for his wailing vocals, highenergy onstage antics and appeal to female fans. Paul stanley born 1952 is an american musician and cofounder of the band kiss paul stanley may also refer to. A life exposed, could turn out to be a little bit more diverse in its scope. In face the music, paul stanleythe cofounder and famous starchild frontman of kissreveals for the first time the incredible highs and equally incredible lows in his life both inside and outside the band. You know youre getting close to paul stanley s house when your ears start to pop. A book this size should have comments from the band members themselves. Apr 09, 2014 kiss frontman and cofounder, paul stanley, reflects on an incredible 40year career in his new memoir, face the music.
From everything ive gathered from books, interview, etc over the years, heres what i think. Once i passed that boundary, i began to live in a very creepy world paul auster photograph. Stanley, founder member of the rock band kiss is currently in second spot in the heavyweight new york times print hardcover nonfiction best sellers list with a bullet. Rare paul stanley of kiss mtv agreement signed autographed gene simmons.
Music movies tv comedy games books drink politics travel tech. New listing kiss love fun era classic photo originally autographed by ace. At the dawn of 1978, kiss was the most popular band in america. Kiss icon paul stanley faces the music part 1 youtube. Not to get too highbrow, but fine wine has to age, and what makes a song classic is that it endures and that you have a time period or an event thats associated.
Apr 07, 2014 kiss front man paul stanley has written the memoir face the music. Paul on pm magazine while he was doing his solo promo tour for his 1978 self entitled solo album, you can see that by 1978 they started to. Stanley and gene soon changed their names to paul stanley and gene simmons, hooked up with drummer peter criss and guitarist ace frehley, and formed kiss in 1973. Kiss front man paul stanley has written the memoir face the music. Kiss 2020 end of the road tour pick htf paul stanley. Paul stanley reveals his real thoughts about stars who committed suicide. Either call them up for a 10 minute chat or include interviews from 1978 or quote other books. After leaving kiss, frehley embarked on a solo career, which. If youre a fan of ballads or poptinged rock n roll, this album is a keeper as well.
Feb 05, 2018 paul stanley talking about the downfall of kiss during the dynasty tour. Face the music a life exposed by paul stanley is a 2014 harperone publication. Kiss, paul stanley paul stanley 1978, vinyl discogs. Kiss singer paul stanley weighs in on ace frehley, gene. Cd and the book i contributed to alive forever 2002 billboard books. Its a hardcover coffee table book, 12 x 10 glossy, full color, 384 pages. Paul stanley basketball born 1963, american basketball player. I was thinking about covering this sort of interview, but this would be a. Former kiss publicist carol kaye recalls when kiss were on. Tom snyder interview ace frehley upsets gene and paul. As a longtime kiss fan since 1975, i realize now that 1978 is the year in which the problems in the band were tearing the band apart.
So many of the interviewees had the same comments about their recording experience. Theres only one person big enough to celebrate episode 500 of tij, right people. Aerosmiths steven tyler, kiss paul stanley trade barbs in. Get the best deals on paul stanley memorabilia when you shop. Paul stanley bio, net worth, affairs, wife, erin sutton. Kiss frontman paul stanley wsj exclusive interview. Rod stewart joined by jeff beck at the hollywood bowl tonight.
In august 1978, i interviewed gene simmons for what would become. For 40 years, paul stanley has reigned as one of the greatest front men in rock. Anyone that wants anything different is going to be in for a hard time. A life exposed paul through all you rock stanley the heart of kiss all in own rifgt great musicians despite difference it still works very. Photo of kiss gene, peter, ace, paul for fans of paul stanley 36924483. He is the writer or cowriter of many of the bands highestcharting hits. It was one of four solo albums released by the members of kiss on sept ember 18, 1978, coming out alongside peter criss, ace frehley, and gene simmons.
Paul stanley interview paste studio nyc new york, ny, 04292019. What follows is a story that just about any kiss fan can recite in their sleep. If youre a fan of kiss, you cant go wrong with paul stanley s solo album. Below are excerpts from kulicks interview with kissfaqs tim mcphate. A detailed exploration of the 1978 kiss solo albums. Paul stanley is a 1978 solo album from american musician paul stanley, the singersongwriter being best known for serving as the rhythm guitarist and lead. I have always liked kiss because they are larger than life, fun, and highly entertaining. Paul stanley reflects on his life in kiss and the end of the road tour, sharing his thoughts on gene simmons and the thought of ace and peter playing. In 1978, he came up with his solo selftitled album paul stanley. Now, 21 years later, paul stanley is comfortable as lord of the manor in his tuscan dream. Producer paul stanley notes comes with an obi strip, a 4 page insert booklet with black and white album artwork with the unique to japan only liner notes along with the english and japanese lyrics transcriptions inside, a paper color inner sleeve bag which features the cover art for all four solo albums and a jigsaw poster. Born stanley eisen on january 20, 1952, in queens, new york, stanley took a keen interest in music from a young age, and in his early teens. During a brand new interview with, kiss guitaristvocalist paul stanley was asked if there is a possibility of him releasing. Kiss black leather pass last tour ever vip meet n greet lanyard.
Kiss world tour book programs 1977 1997 lot of 6 different collectible kisstour programworld domination 200304tourbook tour book mint cond. I think that since gene and paul took over the band after parting with aucoin, the only kind of people that get along with them are the ones that completely submit to them. Kiss paul stanley reveals a physical deformity pushed him to pursue stardom i had whats called a microtia, which is basically not having an ear, stanley told dan rather on the big interview. Kiss frontman paul stanley s new book, backstage pass, will be released on april 30th through harpercollins harperone. Guitarist fondly remembers great music and great vibes during the paul stanley album sessions, the positive musical chemistry between himself and stanley, and offers insight on his guitar tracks and his opinion on the album 35 years later. Mar 30, 2017 you know youre getting close to paul stanleys house when your ears start to pop. Space ace and played with the group from its inception in 1973 until his departure in 1982. The new york times bestselling author and legendary frontman and rhythm guitarist of kiss offers grants fans an allaccess backstage pass to his personal life, and shows them how to pursue a royal rock n roll. Tim mcphate kissfaq kissfaq has launched back in the solo album groove.
Gene simmons at larry king now 2019 full interview duration. He also discusses his new book, titled backstage pass as well as the bands end of the road tour. Paul stanley simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. The advertisement was answered by paul stanley and gene simmons, who were looking for new members for their band. Stewart kiss paul stanley allegedly wrote the song with stewart in mind. Listen free to paul stanley paul stanley tonight you belong to me, move on and more. Paul stanleys most popular book is the magic strings of frankie presto. Vintage 1979 kiss dynasty official tour book concert program gene simmons sunn. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Paul stanley of kiss favored the iceman from the 1977 to 1980 and again used it primarily from 1992 to 1997 until he started endorsing his own model by washburn guitars.
Catch paul s interview with dan rather the big interview on axs tv at 8. Id say i was more of a casual fan, but of the four original members, paul stanley was always my favorite. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. Stanley said hes more excited to do another solo album what would be his third than another kiss album. A detailed exploration of the 1978 kiss solo albums gill, julian on. Paul stanley is a 1978 album from the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of american hard rock band kiss. 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. Paul stanley released in sept 1978 his 1st solo album, which was the. Paul stanley composer 18481909, germanborn american composer and vaudeville comedian. Kiss frontman and cofounder, paul stanley, reflects on an incredible 40year career in his new memoir, face the music.
The full new paul stanley puma line includes footwear, apparel and accessories covered in eyecatching animal prints and glam rock inspired details. In a characteristically noholdsbarred interview with gw, gene simmons and paul stanley discuss the end of the road. Paul stanley, whos bringing by a copy of his book he hadnt let simmons read it, but heard i was asking about it, and figured it was time. Paul stanleys second book could be more diverse in its. Paul stanley is an american singer, songwriter and painter, best known for being the rhythm guitarist and colead vocalist of the rock band kiss. Paul stanley of kiss returns to mark the special occasion with some great stories about the four kiss solo albums that made kisstory in september of 1978. Stanley established the starchild character for his kiss persona and is known for his distinctive wide ranging voice. Paul stanley raw interview footage 2002 groovymovies1. I have a slight resentment towards the solo albums in 1978 but paul s solo album wasis in a class of its own. Kiss paul stanley talks about fan favorite songs a. Kiss guitaristvocalist paul stanley says that the upoming followup to his autobiography, face the music.
It is the only release out of the four kiss solo albums to. Bob kulick recalls hitting it out of the park on paul. A detailed exploration of the 1978 kiss solo albums kindle edition by gill, julian. Jan 20, 2017 i started the book at 66, which is the year my father died. Born stanley eisen on january 20, 1952, in queens, new york, stanley took a keen interest in music from a young age, and in his early teens he. Stanley stops by the couch to talk about the book which is. The rocker reveals more on gene simmons, plus paul stanley s sexuality.
Releasing four solo albums in one day marked the beginning of. Paul stanley doesnt want letdown of a new kiss album. Paul stanl ey i s a 1 978 solo album from american mus ician paul stanley, the singersongwriter being best known for serving as the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of hard rock band kiss. The album shows just how great of a writer stanley is, and also shows his prowess as a producer. Sep 11, 20 bob kulick recalls hitting it out of the park on paul stanleys 1978 solo album. His father was part of the parsons junior high school with the hope that graduates from a good profession, there is outstanding for its artistry, but not liked by his teachers mostly by his haircut. Today, the site has published an interview with carol kaye, who worked as the bands publicist at the press office, a subsidiary of aucoin management. Well, if you dont have my book, you have to get it. The dustup flared when aerosmiths steven tyler dismissed kiss during a radio interview in florida as a comic book.
It has over 1,500 photos and approximately 120,000 words. Kiss frontman paul stanley unloads on the rock hall of fame and. As much as 100 pages could be trimmed from this book. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Kiss november 1978 cleveland, oh gene simmons interview. Paul stanley says his next solo album will be much more. Paul stanley, better known as starchild to many, as the founder member as well full article book, press. Kiss kisstory book unsigned great shape paul stanley, gene. Posted by admin on april 20, 2020 0 comment paul stanley. Rock and roll experience with mike brunn 10,595 views 2. It was one of four solo albums released by the members of kiss on september 18, 1978. Kiss star paul stanley on fame, feuds and secrets youtube.
You know youre getting close to paul stanleys house when your ears start to pop. There are songs from my first solo album 1978 s paul stanley and those got taken care of on my solo tour for live to win stanley s 2006 solo album. Kiss legends gene simmons and paul stanley talk ace. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading face the music. Stanley sat down with cbs news anthony mason to discuss his ongoing feuds with his former band mates and being. Paul stanley says peter criss has no life, always plays. Bob kulick recalls hitting it out of the park on paul stanley s 1978 solo album. 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.
Paul stanley believes that with time, ace frehley and gene simmons will solve their public feud. Kiss gene, peter, ace, paul paul stanley photo 36924483. This came out in 1977 as the popularity of the rock. That, of course, has nothing to do with the bombastic kiss frontmans piercing falsetto that has helped the band sell more than 100 million albums over the past four and a half decades.
In face the music, paul stanley the cofounder and famous starchild frontman of kiss reveals for the first time the incredible highs and equally incredible lows in his life both inside and outside the band face the music is the shocking, funny, smart, inspirational story of one of rocks most enduring icons and the group he helped create, define, and immortalize. Moulin rouge paul stanley is the charismatic front manlead vocalistrhythm guitaristsongwriter for hard rock super group kiss, best known for his wailing vocals, highenergy onstage antics and appeal to female fans. He cant say i dont show up, because i do these days. Kiss gene simmons 2020 end of the road concert tour stage guitar pick set of 3. Paul stanley dishes on kiss feuds and painful secrets cbs. Gene wanted to change that impression, and so this interview was a big.
May 01, 2018 kiss frontman paul stanley says kiss might record new music again, but he doesnt like the idea of the band doing another fulllength album. Paul stanley 1922, hartford, connecticut 2002 was an american television director stanley worked in television from the early 1950s until the mid1980s. Paul stanley is a 1978 solo album from american musician paul stanley, the singersongwriter being best known for serving as the rhythm guitarist and lead vocalist of hard rock band kiss. It was one of four solo albums released by the members of kiss on september 18, 1978, coming out alongside peter criss, ace frehley, and gene simmons. An allaccess pass into the starchilds personal life. His credits encompass all genres, extending to more than fifty prime time television series of the period, from have gun will travel in 1957 to charlies angels in the late 1970s, to macgyver in 1985. Ace frehley was added to the lineup in december 1972, and the band was named kiss later that month.
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