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PodKISSt 62 – 2012 Tour Edition!

August 04, 2012 19:18 - 1 hour - 163 MB

Face front, true believers! KISS is on “THE TOUR” and reviews are coming in. We are joined by Darren Wood (our U.K. reporter) who gives us a killer review. Plus Gary, Matt, Ken, and Cassius talk all things KISS! All this, and rocking live rarities, on PodKISSt… the KISS fanzine for your ears!!! Rate us […]

The KISS ROOM! 07/27/12 Bruce Kulick

July 28, 2012 01:14 - 1 hour - 108 MB

“THE KISS ROOM” 12-07-27 PodKISSt staffer Matt Porter and Frank Hagan from KISS MASK Fanzine are joined by KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick  Join them for a cool interview , cool KISS tunes and More fun KISS Talk! Originally broadcast on MONTCO RADIO, streaming live and worldwide from Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, PA on […]

PodKISSt #61: Adam Mitchell

July 12, 2012 17:11 - 1 hour - 174 MB

Adam Mitchell has written some very cool KISS Klassics, “Creatures of the Night”, “Crazy Nights”, “Danger”, “Keep Me Comin'”, “I’m a Legend Tonight”, “Partners in Crime”, “I’ll Fight Hell to Hold You”, “Little Caesar”,  He has also written for Chicago, Olivia Newton-John, Art Garfunkel, John Waite, Linda Ronstadt and many others. Decibel Geek & PodKISSt’s own Chris Czynszak interviewed this […]

PodKISSt #60: All Hell’s About to Break Loose!

June 30, 2012 17:26 - 46 minutes - 64.5 MB

Sorry to have taken so long! (You must of been…well you know) We know it’s been a while, but it’s been busy here at PodKISSt headquarters and we’re glad to be back! Things are starting to heat up in the KISS world as we gear up for all things MONSTER! On this, the 60th PodKISSt […]

THE KISS ROOM! PodKISSt Approved!

June 23, 2012 17:42 - 1 hour - 107 MB

Waiting for the next PodKISSt? Check out the PodKISSt’s Matt Porter’s THE KISS ROOM” …   PODKISST APPROVED! ROCK your ass off! Listen for all of the KISS talk and KISS tunes that you expect every month in THE KISS ROOM! www.thekissroom.com Find them on Face book https://www.facebook.com/groups/thekissroom/?fref=nf

PodKISSt #59 Shut Up & Play “LOVE GUN” Part 2

April 26, 2012 17:06 - 54 minutes - 74.6 MB

Our round-table discussion of KISS’ klassic 1977 “Love Gun” album continues with this installment of PodKISSt. Ken, Gary, and a host of hooligans share their memories and insights as we rock out to some rare KISS audio in true PodKISSt style! Big thanks to all who participated, and to you for listening! So face front, […]

PodKISSt #58 Shut Up and Play “LOVE GUN” Part 1

April 23, 2012 13:44 - 1 hour - 104 MB

BANG! It’s PodKISSt time! Here’s part one… no, SIDE ONE… of our long-awaited and much-requested round-table discussion of 1977′s “Love Gun” album. For your listening pleasure, Ken and Gary assembled a kick-ass crew comprised of Joe Casey (co-creator of “Ben 10″ and writer for Disney’s new “Spiderman” cartoon), Andrew Sgambati (the Catman from famed KISS […]

PodKISSt #57 Candy Corn, Feathers and Crue!…Oh My!

March 31, 2012 23:18 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MB

Candy Corn, Feathers and Crue!…Oh My! In this episode , we look at the instant fan reaction to the announcement of KISS touring with Motley Crue. From the press conference to the band’s appearance on the Kimmel show to the message boards, we talk about the KISS Army’s reaction to it all. So sit back and enjoy […]

PodKISSt #56: One Cool Cat & 1978 Demon!

March 18, 2012 23:25 - 1 hour - 94.2 MB

Hop on-board the PodKISSt time machine for a wild ride through KISStory! On this installment, we take a look ahead at 2012, travel back to the late 1970’s for a rare interview (and a killer live klassic!), and then rock out with one very cool Catman; it’s Andrew Sgambati, the drummer for KISS tribute band […]

PodKISSt #55: Band of 1000 Faces (Part 2)

February 17, 2012 23:05 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MB

PodKISSt #55: Band of 1000 Faces (Part 2) Join us for the 2nd half of our roundtable discussion (continued from last month’s installment) as we look at the changing face of KISS throughout the years! Big thanks to our great panel of discussants, and to YOU for listening to PodKISSt… the KISS fanzine for your ears!

PodKISSt #55: Band of 1000 Faces (Part 1)

January 31, 2012 22:38 - 1 hour - 82.5 MB

KISS are known worldwide for their distinctive visual presentation, most notably their faces. For nearly 40 years, KISS have made some striking visual changes… some subtle, some less-so… and they’ve ignited passionate responses from fans and detractors. On this edition of PodKISSt, we present part 1 of an in-depth discussion about the men, music, and […]

PodKISSt #54 Part 2: KISS in “ROCK THE HALLS!”

December 31, 2011 20:11 - 34 minutes - 5 MB

Join us for part 2 of our 2011 KISSmas celebration as we bring you a KISSterical audio adventure with an old-school twist! With a guest performance by Bill Starkey (founder of the KISS Army) and stellar visuals by Adam Black (KISS comic artist) along with the PodKISSt Players as KISS, it’s a KISSmas you won’t soon forget! […]

PodKISSt #54: KISSmas 2011 (Part 1)

December 23, 2011 01:04 - 5 MB

‘Tis the season, KISS Army! On this edition of PodKISSt, The PodFATHER Ken Mills & Gifting Gary Shaller gather ’round the tree with fellow podcasters Chris Czynszak (Decibel Geek Podcast), Matt Porter (THE KISS ROOM! & Completely Damaged), and Cassius Morris (Creatures of the Net) for a no-holds-barred discussion of the past, present, and future […]

PodKISSt #53: 2011 KISS Kruise!

November 30, 2011 23:09 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Set sail with the hottest band in the land as PodKISSt takes you on board the KISS Kruise with exclusive coverage you won’t hear anywhere else! On this edition of PodKISSt, we’re joined by Chris (“CWR18”), long-time member of the KISS Army, who recently joined the KISS Navy! Leaving no KISS fan behind, PodKISSt gets […]

PodKISSt #52: KISS Halloween Memories!

October 28, 2011 20:30 - 1 hour - 87.7 MB

Read my body… MY DEAD BODY!!! It’s Halloween time, so here is an extra-LOUD PodKISSt that will wake the dead and make them rock and roll over in their KISS Kaskets! Join “Ghoulish” Gary and “Krypt Keeper” Ken as they welcome a new PodKISSt recruit, “Menacing” Matt Porter, for a look back at great Halloween […]

PodKISSt #51: Eric Carr’s “Unfinished Business” Special.

October 21, 2011 02:12 - 53 minutes - 60.9 MB

It’s PodKISSt number 51! This month we take a look at Eric Carr’s “Unfinished Business” CD. We interview Eric’s sister Loretta Caravello, Beth Jordan of “Amplified Radio”/www.ericcarr.com, Ted Poley of “Danger Danger,” John Humphey of Seether, and vocalist Marcia Juell. The album is available now from www.ericcarr.com, Amazon.com, and music outlets everywhere. http://www.ericcarr.com/rockheads/UnfinishedBusiness.html Later this month, we’ll […]

PodKISSt #50: We Celebrate 5 Years! (Part 1)

October 01, 2011 02:02 - 1 hour - 92.7 MB

Face front, KISS Army! It’s PodKISSt number 50! Ken, James, and Gary are looking back on 5 years of PodKISSt and 4 decades of KISStory with rockin’ rare cuts and plenty of dynamite discussion. Plus, we announce the winner of our exclusive Ace Frehley autographed poster contest! We’re loud and proud, and we thank you […]

PodKISSt #50 Pt2: PodKISSt gets interviewed

October 01, 2011 01:58 - 1 hour - 149 MB

We thank you for listening to PodKISSt… the KISS fanzine for your ears! Here’s to 50 more!!! We dedicate this show to you…Our wonderful listeners. Ken, James, and Gary are interviewed by Chris Czynszak, (Host of the Decibel Geek Podcast) http://dbgeekshow.blogspot.com/ Chris interviews the gang on 5 years of PodKISSt and 4 decades of KISStory […]

PodKISSt #49: “Rock and Roll Over” Turns 35! (Part 1)

August 28, 2011 07:46 - 1 hour - 172 MB

It’s an album referred to by some fans as a “perfect” KISS record. It was an attempt by KISS to harness their live power on a studio release. It’s 10 tracks of pure, unadulterated KISS. It’s “Rock and Roll Over,” and it’s 35 years old! To celebrate the birthday of this KISS Army favorite, we’re […]

PodKISSt #49: “Rock and Roll Over” Turns 35! (Part 2)

August 28, 2011 07:36 - 1 hour - 148 MB

Join us as we dive into side 2 of this KISStoric record, with more of the commentary and rare KISS audio you wanna hear… right here on PodKISSt!

PodKISSt #49: “Rock and Roll Over” Turns 35! (Part 3)

August 28, 2011 07:30 - 54 minutes - 5 MB

Our celebration of 35 years of “Rock and Roll Over” continues with a trip back to the mid-1970’s, as we re-construct the story of this beloved record using rare, vintage interview clips and fantastic live tracks! It’s what you’ve come to expect from PodKISSt, the KISS fanzine for your ears!

PodKISSt #48: It’s Alright!

July 16, 2011 06:29 - 1 hour - 5 MB

If you’re a fan of Klassic KISS – particularly the 1978 “Paul Stanley” album – this is a PodKISSt you won’t wanna miss! Travel back in time to December of ’78 for a vintage interview with the Starchild himself. Plus, PodKISSt correspondent Travis Humbert brings us an exclusive interview with Craig Krampf, the legendary drummer […]

PodKISSt #47: The Voice of “Alive II” Speaks!

July 16, 2011 06:07 - 1 hour - 146 MB

PodKISSt is coming at you for July 2011 with a fantastic new interview you won’t hear anywhere else! Ken and Mike got a chance to chat with the great Eddie Balandas. Eddie is known to the KISS Army as the booming voice you hear at the start of “Alive II,” and he was kind enough […]

PodKISSt #46: KISS, Dee, and… Gustafer!

June 19, 2011 02:27 - 5 MB

Every now and then, the influence of KISS shows up where you might not expect to find it! On this edition of the PodKISSt we are joined by acclaimed songwriter, musician, and graphic artist Morgan Taylor (AKA “Red Yogurt Bath” on the KISS forums). Morgan is a long-time KISS fan and the creator of “Gustafer […]

PodKISSt #45: We Love It Loud!

May 25, 2011 05:40 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

Nothing says “KISS” quite like loud guitars, and on this installment of the PodKISSt we bring you plenty of those! Join us for an in-depth, behind-the-scenes interview with Eric McKenna, the man who makes Paul’s guitars. Plus, we take a trip back in time to 1979 for a rare KISS radio appearance… where the laughs […]

PodKISSt #44: Sweet Pain!

May 19, 2011 03:47 - 1 hour - 135 MB

If you’re a KISS family, take note: This installment of the PodKISSt is NOT for the innocent! Before the action figures and the comics and the movies and the lunch boxes, KISS were trying out a very different aesthetic; they were dark, dirty, and dangerous! Not yet a full-fledged pop culture phenomenon, KISS had the […]

PodKISSt #43 (Part 1): Compilation Conundrum!

April 24, 2011 04:10 - 1 hour - 114 MB

“Don’t you already HAVE these songs?” If you’ve ever given a compelling answer to that mocking inquiry… or struggled to justify yet another redundant purchase… this one’s for you! On this installment of the PodKISSt, we’ve gathered a great panel of discussants to bring you an exhaustive (and exhausting!) review of the seemingly-endless array of […]

PodKISSt #43 (Part 2): Compilation Conundrum!

April 24, 2011 03:58 - 1 hour - 126 MB

More music and memories are in store for you – our prized PodKISSt patrons – as our coverage of KISS compilations continues!

PodKISSt #42 (Part 1): Under the Rose!

March 27, 2011 19:29 - 1 hour - 84.5 MB

When you think of KISS, naturally the first thing that comes to mind is a big oak table in a dimly-lit room, right? Isn’t it? OK, not so much. But for many members of the KISS Army, the subdued imagery of 1981 represents a departure from the classic KISS recipe in which there are as […]

PodKISSt #42 (Part 2): Under the Rose!

March 27, 2011 19:15 - 1 hour - 84.7 MB

Our “Elder” roundtable continues with more rockin’ rarities for the KISS Army! Who steers the ship through the stormy sea? PodKISSt does!

PodKISSt #41: Carrie, the Envy, and KISS!

February 25, 2011 19:29 - 1 hour - 92.5 MB

Insightful KISScussions? Rare and classic KISS cuts? Of course. You’d expect nothing less from us. But how about an exclusive interview with Carrie Stevens (superstar Playboy model, actress, and erstwhile paramour of the late great Eric Carr)? Or maybe a backstage chat with rock group The Envy (openers for KISS on the 2010 Hottest Show […]

PodKISSt #40 (Part 1): The Fox Rocks!

January 28, 2011 15:27 - 1 hour - 85.8 MB

We here at PodKISSt wanted to kick off 2011 with a bang, and what could be more thunderous than the drums of the late great Eric Carr? We knew it would be impossible to cram into one show all of the love and excitement we feel about the Fox, so rest assured we plan to […]

PodKISSt #40 (Part 2): The Fox Rocks!

January 28, 2011 15:07 - 1 hour - 91.5 MB

Here’s part 2 of our 2011 Eric Carr special, featuring our exclusive PodKISSt interview with Loretta Caravello!

PodKISSt #39 (Part 1): KISSmas 2010!

December 24, 2010 00:53 - 58 minutes - 80.2 MB

Dust off your 7-inch platform stockings and leave a glass of cold gin by the fireplace because it’s KISSmas time here on the PodKISSt! We’re joined by KISS Army Commander-in-Chief and founder Bill Starkey AND by KISS comics author and all-around creative dude Joe Casey for OUR LONGEST-EVER PODKISST YET! Even if you get socks, socks, […]

PodKISSt #39 (Part 2): KISSmas 2010!

December 24, 2010 00:52 - 53 minutes - 73 MB

Here’s part 2 of our larger-than-life 2010 KISSmas presentation (“Frosty the Snowman of 1000 Faces?” “Jingle Bell Rock Bottom?” “I Saw Mommy KISSing Santa Claus?”)!

PodKISSt #39 (Part 3): KISSmas 2010!

December 24, 2010 00:52 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MB

Here’s part 3 of our 2010 KISSmas special (“I Was Made for Lovin’ Yule?” “I Can’t Stop the Reindeer?” “Manger in a Strange Land?”)!  

PodKISSt #38 (Part 1): “We Are One!”

November 21, 2010 07:10 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MB

Hit the road with the PodKISSt crew as we rally the KISS Army and celebrate the 2010 tour!  You’ll hear from fans of all ages, from the young to the young-at-heart, as they experience the “Sonic Boom” that is KISS in concert! This double (platinum) installment is larger-than-life, chock full of the live tracks and […]

PodKISSt #38 (Part 2): “We Are One!”

November 21, 2010 07:07 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MB

Here’s part 2 of our 2010 retrospective as we celebrate the hottest band in the land and the fans who love ’em! Interviews, live clips, and more? It’s PodKISSt!  

PodKISSt #37: Peter Criss (A Chat with the Cat!)

October 09, 2010 14:47 - 36 minutes - 41.4 MB

It’s an honor to share with you, our PodKISSt listeners, an interview with a hero! Heroes are people who face adversity and come out stronger than before, and Peter Criss embodies that definition. We’re pleased to bring you an exclusive PodKISSt interview with this founding KISS member and true survivor, who tells us about his […]

PodKISSt #36: Interview with a Seether!

September 19, 2010 04:26 - 1 hour - 109 MB

Every now and then, while your PodKISSt pals run around chasing rock stars and begging for interviews, a rock star finds us and gives us a kick-ass show for you to hear! Ken recently got a call from John Humphrey, drummer from the superstar sensation called Seether… and one hulluva KISS fan! Join us for […]

PodKISSt #35: The “Alive!” Legacy (1993 & Beyond)

August 30, 2010 03:56 - 1 hour - 5 MB

On this edition of PodKISSt, we continue our retrospective series on the “Alive” albums. We’re joined once again by writer extraordinaire Joe Casey (of Dark Horse’s “KISS” comic fame, and co-creator of “Ben 10” and “Generator Rex”). Joe and the PodKISSt crew look back at “Alive III,” “Alive IV,” and the “Millennium Concert” disc. Loaded […]

PodKISSt #34: Farewell, Bill (Part 1)

July 31, 2010 06:31 - 54 minutes - 75.5 MB

Without Bill Aucoin, there would be no KISS. It almost goes without saying, and yet it can’t be said enough. As we mourn his passing, we look back at the remarkable life and career of the man who brought KISS out of the Diplomat Hotel and turned them into the Hottest Band in the World. […]

PodKISSt #34: Farewell, Bill (Part 2)

July 31, 2010 06:31 - 42 minutes - 57.8 MB

We continue our tribute to Bill Aucoin with more listener feedback, more rare audio, and an in-depth interview with the man who founded the KISS Army, Bill Starkey.

PodKISSt #33: The “Alive!” Legacy Part 2 (1977)

June 21, 2010 21:09 - 1 hour - 83.9 MB

In this installment of PodKISSt we continue our in-depth look at KISS’ “Alive” legacy by going back to 1977 and the release of “Alive II.” This mammoth record was emblematic of all that was right… and wrong… within the KISS camp at the height of their rise to superstardom. In the PodKISSt tradition, we bring […]

PodKISSt #32: The “Alive!” Legacy Part 1 (1975)

May 25, 2010 06:54 - 51 minutes - 70.1 MB

Thirty-five years ago, KISS changed the world of rock music with something they called “Alive!” More than just a live album, this was “theater of the mind” as only KISS could do it. They found a way to create a concert in your head, with bombastic explosions and deafening cheers the likes of which would […]

PodKISSt Special Report: Cleveland Expo 2010

May 25, 2010 06:34 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MB

Here’s a little extra from your pals at PodKISSt! Our correspondent Mike attended the Cleveland KISS Expo recently, where he interviewed Bruce Kulick and (KISSonline webmaster) Keith Leroux (big thanks, Mike Man!) So dontcha hesitate! Check out this exclusive content, courtesy of PodKISSt… the KISS fanzine for your ears!!!

PodKISSt #31: “Unmasked” Anniversary (Part 1)

April 13, 2010 15:14 - 52 minutes - 71.5 MB

On this edition of PodKISSt we celebrate 30 years of an album that divided fans and took Australia by storm… “Unmasked!” This show is packed with PodKISSt goodness: We have a roundtable discussion, demos, live tracks, vintage clips, and a revealing interview with cover artist extraordinaire Victor Stabin (check our updated links section to see more […]

PodKISSt #31: “Unmasked” Anniversary (Part 2)

April 13, 2010 15:14 - 42 minutes - 58.9 MB

Our celebration of “Unmasked” continues with our exclusive interview with acclaimed artist Victor Stabin, who provides some vivid insights into the making of this iconic album cover! Plus, we hear what KISS themselves had to say in 1980 when this hotly-contested record was released. All this, and more… so, come on! Get your feet wet! […]

PodKISSt #30: Klowning Around with J.R. and Mick!

March 10, 2010 19:11 - 1 hour - 65.6 MB

Welcome to the show, and hold on tight… here comes a wild ride! On this edition of PodKISSt we are joined by two legendary members of the original KISS road crew: Mick Campise and J.R. Smalling! These KISS Army veterans gave us their uncensored, no-holds-barred insights into the early days of KISStory. Believe us when […]

PodKISSt #29: Love’s a Slap in the Face

February 21, 2010 04:00 - 47 minutes - 64.9 MB

It’s been said by many a KISS Army member that the music of KISS is the soundtrack to our lives. We at PodKISSt are inclined to agree! For anyone who’s ever put “Forever” on a mix tape to woo a potential suitor, or cranked “Two Timer” when love’s gone awry, this one’s for you! Consider […]

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