You held out for a long time, but the time has come to take off your leather jacket and invigorate the remnants of the hayer (okay, what are the remnants of the already imaginary hayer). Everything is for the sake of idols: the Kiss group is coming to us! This spring it will start in Moscow european tour Kiss, and the group’s only concert in Russia will take place on May 1 at the Olimpiysky, it’s easy to get to - tickets are already on sale. Kiss is promising a big show, with fans expected from all over the country - so get your tickets quickly.

Thunder and lightning: how the group's image was created

Kiss first appeared on stage in January 1973. It happened at a place called Popcorn in Queens (USA). Evil tongues said that only three people came to that concert, and nothing foreshadowed the subsequent success of the group.

Although, of course, it was difficult not to notice Kiss on the musical horizon. Firstly, thanks to the “branded” spelling of the name, where the last two letters have looked like lightning for almost forty-five years. Secondly, they have always been real rockers: at the very first audition, the brother of one of the band members vomited on the director of the record company. Although, perhaps, this is also one of the legends that have surrounded Kiss over the years.

One of the “tricks” of the group is the makeup that its members proudly wear. It is believed that the authors of this idea were Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons. After general approval, each participant chose for himself individual image, which reflected literally everything - hobbies of comics, horror films, etc. and so on. For example, Gene Simmons started dressing up as “The Demon”, Peter Criss as “The Cat”, Ace Frehley as “Cosmic Ace”, and Paul Stanley first was “Star Child”, and then changed his image to “Bandit”, but quickly returned to the original avatar. Over the years, artists' makeup has changed, but Ace Frehley came up with the look for himself once and for all. Of course, lineup changes are inevitable for any rock band (according to various reasons) and even ideology, so the appearance of the Kiss group without makeup in the early 80s was also received with a bang. As, indeed, was the return of “war paint” in the second half of the 90s.

The concerts of this group, of course, could not continue to take place in the strict atmosphere of academic stages. Nobody, in fact, expected this from them. So the story of how Paul Simmons accidentally set his alcohol-sprayed hair on fire when he first performed his now famous “Breath of Fire” stunt (which involves putting kerosene into your mouth and releasing a stream of fire) is entirely believable.

At the same time, the group's first two albums were not so successful commercially, it got to the point that they were taken off the tour in order to record a new record in case it turned out to be more successful. Although the status of “the most spectacular” began to emerge literally from the first performances. Before the viewer had time to move away from the bright makeup, set hair on fire and provocative costumes, he immediately found himself overwhelmed by various tricks and gimmicks.

Surely that beloved guitarist from “Mad Max” was in no way comparable to Ace Frehley, with sparks and smoke from a luminous concert guitar during the performance of his virtuoso solos. There are fireworks hidden in the neck, and smoke bombs hidden in the magnetic amplifier of the guitar. And for dessert, so to speak, there is a rising drum kit that emits sparks, Paul Stanley performing difficult jumps on 20cm "platforms" and smashing a guitar, as well as plenty of pyrotechnics throughout the show.

Come together

Such “live” communication with the public at one time gave a hint to the producers: it was necessary to release an album recorded at the concert. It was this decisive step that “Alive!”, released in September 1975, took, becoming gold and the first release to reach the Top 40 - since Rock’n’Roll All Nite (live version). After that, success was inexorable. A 1977 Gallup poll named Kiss the most popular group in America, with all the accompanying attributes, such as Marvel comics, slot machine for pinball games, dolls, cosmetics sets, Halloween masks and other cute souvenirs.

The next twenty years are filled with ups and downs, lineup changes, and attempts to find new sound And new image, and “return to basics.”

But the most important thing is the love of the fans. Therefore, when Kiss announced in 2000: that’s it, we’re splitting up - in the sense, we’re ceasing to exist as a group, then, of course, a couple of years later and after a long world tour, they rose up like that Phoenix bird - precisely thanks to the increased attention and often incredible soldout a day after the opening of ticket sales.

Nowadays, for obvious reasons, musicians do not go on tour so often. But from time to time they stir up the feelings of fans with concerts on television or even in cinemas: last year the documentary film-concert “Kiss Rocks Vegas!” was released on big screens in Russia, which included concert performances group, as well as behind-the-scenes interviews with band members - Paul Stanley, Gene Simmons, Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer.

However, all this cannot be compared with “live” communication and touching the legends, which for the past five decades have been burning in a childish way, making it absolutely clear who was created for whose love. Hurry up to buy a ticket for this show at

World rock legends and glam kings KISS 9 years later they returned to Russia with a single concert, which took place on May 1 at the Moscow Olimpiysky sports complex. The typical and lackluster word "concert" definitely cannot describe the incredible and crazy show that the band put on. But first things first.

KISS music unites fans of all ages. “Granny on the left, veteran on the right”, - laughs a young guy with a little girl in his arms. Child in makeup Paula Stanley and a T-shirt with a logo looks at people passing by, most of whom do not have time to finish their hotdogs and enter the hall to the exit of the punctual RavenEye– young and promising rockers from England start their set at seven o’clock sharp.

The crowded fan zone and dance floor react quite calmly to incendiary tracks, as long as the vocalist Oli Brown doesn't suddenly jump on the bassist's shoulders Aaron Spiers, while continuing to play the guitar. Spiers walks from one side of the stage to the other, delighting the audience. Towards the end of the performance, Oli will once again impress the audience by storming the installation Adam Breeze.

Despite little musical experience (the group was formed 3 years ago), RavenEye already has its own unique style, powerful sound and vocals, as well as today's performance as the opening act for KISS.

As soon as the musicians leave, they are replaced by staff who, with incredible speed, prepare the stage for the most anticipated band. Under the background hits of rock of the 80s, the stage is hidden by a black canvas with letters familiar to everyone in this room.

A moment - and “Olympic” plunges into darkness. thunderous voice Gene Simmons traditionally announces the start of the show. To the first chords Deuce, deafening volleys of pyrotechnics, smoke and dazzling light, the frantic audience discovers what is happening on stage - the great trinity of Simmons, Paul Stanley and Tommy Thayer on special structures it comes down from somewhere above. Incredible Eric Singer with a huge drum set lands a little further away.

Time has no power not only over the work of KISS, but also over the musicians themselves. The founding fathers are over 60, but before us is still the same Stanley, flirting with the audience and easily moving around the stage on high platforms, the great and terrible demon Simmons in full uniform, driving fans to ecstasy with his shocking behavior. Contrary to stereotypes, the group remains at a high level, still creating a crazy, vibrant, powerful atmosphere and attracting thousands of people, just like many years ago.

The concert is broadcast on large screens in the middle and on the sides of the stage, so even those sitting in sector B can see what is happening.

Meanwhile, under the erupting flames in the "Olympic" thunders Shout It Out Loud, and Singer, still playing furiously, rises up.

Almost every track begins with an introduction by Paul, who, by the way, plays a guitar the color of the Russian flag for half the show. First he says that KISS are happy to perform in Moscow again, then he asks if the fans are having a good time, encourages the audience to shout and sing along loudly "Wild animals, make some noise!", "Are you ready to sing with us?","KISS Army! Let me hear you!”, melts hearts with touching “We miss you!”, “You are awesome. You are beautiful".

One of the sensational hits follows third - Lick It Up. At the beginning, Stanley makes the fan zone and the dance floor compete to see who can make the loudest noise. In the middle of the song, he continuously throws picks for several seconds into the stormy sea of ​​​​the crowd, from time to time changing the image of the musicians on the screen.

Firehouse, and a bright torch flashes in Jin’s hands, illuminating the “Olympic” no worse than searchlights. After Shock Me Tommy plays a killer guitar solo.

One of the most spectacular and incredible moments of the evening is Simmons' signature number - a bass solo, during which the guitarist spits blood profusely. Then Gene flies up to the ceiling on a special installation to perform War Machine.

For several hours, KISS pulls thousands of people out of everyday life, to which they will have to return again, but with new, vivid memories, incredible impressions and emotions. KISS Army is moving around different parts Russia, keeping in mind a black screen with a huge inscription - “KISS ARMY RUSSIA – KISS LOVES YOU”.

Legends of all times and ages leave Moscow to Once again conquer the world.

Setlist:

1. Deuce
2. Shout It Out Loud
3. Lick It Up
4. I Love It Loud
5. Love Gun
6. Firehouse
7. Shock Me
8. Guitar Solo
   (Tommy Thayer)
9. Flaming Youth
10. Bass Solo
    (Gene spits blood)
11. War Machine
12. Crazy Crazy Nights
13. Cold Gin
14. Say Yeah
15. Let Me Go, Rock 'N' Roll
16. Psycho Circus
17. Black Diamond
    Anchor:
18. Detroit Rock City
19. I Was Made for Lovin' You
20. Rock and Roll All Nite

The legendary American band KISS is one of the groups that, thanks to their extraordinary creativity, have become masters classic rock scenes.

The list of the group's achievements is impressive: they are the authors of more than 45 albums with gold and platinum status; a star with their name adorns the Hollywood Walk of Fame; KISS online concerts are watched by 1-2 million viewers simultaneously; tickets for performances (despite the high cost) are sold out within 47 minutes (Detroit stadium - 44 thousand people), there is probably no need to talk about awards and nominations.

Kiss started in 1973 in New York; now it may seem surprising, but their first performance was listened to by three visitors to the Popcorn Club in Queens. The ideological leaders and founders were Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, they are the authors of the group's name, logo, signature stage images of the participants and pyrotechnic special effects during performances that made an indelible impression on the audience.

The group's first steps were unsuccessful. The music label the guys worked with was losing commercial strength, Casablanca was facing bankruptcy, and KISS could have lost their contract if it had not been for recording a triumphant live album in 1976. It was this album that became not only a lifeline for the label, but also a true breakthrough for the team, the beginning of a grandiose path to creative success.

KISS subsequently became the host American group, the band reached incredible heights, acquired an army of millions of fans (even a separate fan organization Kiss Army was created), the released albums broke all possible sales records. Stage images, by the way, also played an important role in popularity and commercial success, since memorabilia with images of the group sold out at incredible speed.

Over the entire period of its existence, the group experienced periods of ups and downs in creative activity, changes in the composition of the team, however remained unchanged high level Kiss' dedication to music and the devoted love of fans all over the world.

All official and concert clips KISS, as well as the best mixes of KISS videos. The KISS performer creates his creations in the following genres: 90s, Heavy Metal, Alternative Rock, Classic Rock, 80s, Hard Rock, Rock.

In addition to such hits as Hooligan (live), Psycho Circus, (You make me) Rock Hard , you can watch the latest KISS videos.

We invite you to get acquainted with the work of performers similar to KISS. These include the following: famous bands, like Guns N' Roses, Def Leppard, Scorpions, Cheap Trick and others.

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End Of The Road World Tour

One of the most influential, sought-after and extravagant rock bands in the world, KISS, has announced the final tour of its career. “This is going to be the biggest show we've ever done,” KISS said on America's TV show. Got Talent on NBC, - “If you love our music, come. If you have never seen us live, now is the time!”

In January 2018, the End Of The Road tour will take place across largest cities America and then legendary group will travel to Europe and give 22 concerts in 12 countries. Over its 45-year history, KISS has repeatedly confirmed its title as one of the most spectacular rock bands: their concerts always amaze the imagination with incredible pyrotechnic and stage solutions. In addition, they have sold more than 100 million albums and have a fan base of millions in countries around the world.

“Everything we have created and achieved over the past four decades would not have been possible without the millions of people who came to our concerts in clubs, concert halls and to stadiums, say KISS, “This tour will be a real treat for our loyal fans and the last chance to see KISS for those who have not yet been to our concerts. We are going to leave the stage the same way we entered it: irreconcilable and indomitable!”

Event organizer: Glavconcert LLC, Taxpayer Identification Number 9710067278

The legendary group began the European part of their KISS World-2017 tour with a concert at the Olimpiysky. On the eve of the performance, Paul Stanley and his vocal company managed to walk around Moscow. And she even begged the organizers for time to hang out in Moscow clubs and chat with fans. IN official schedule Kiss listed this as a “rehearsal period.” Meanwhile, six trucks with equipment arrived at the Olimpiysky parking lot. After all Kiss concerts- this is, first of all, a spectacular musical tent.

A week and a half ago, the legendary quartet performed in their homeland, in the USA, but for the opening of KISS World-2017 they decided to add songs to the program. And one of their main hits - Love Gun and I Was Made For Lovin You, which Kiss even sang as an encore... Almost 20 thousand spectators gathered in the most spacious indoor sports arena in Moscow. Full house! There are many teenagers in the hall, about thirteen or fourteen years old. Well, the oldest spectators are almost over 70.

Kiss have been performing since 1973; their guitarist and singer Paul Stanley turned 67 in January. His constant collaborator, bassist and singer Gene Simmons, is a year older. However, who would believe this, watching the musicians on stage and behind the scenes... Paul and Jean, even though they go on stage in masks and makeup, have almost no gray hair in their thick dark hair.

The concert at the Olimpiyskiy began in pitch darkness with a loud cry from Gene Simmons from afar: “You wanna the best, you got the best!” (“You want the best, you will get the best!”). Immediately a huge curtain with the inscription Kiss fell, and the audience saw a stage descending from above with musicians. And Paul Stanley, it turned out, also painted his expensive guitar in the colors of the Russian flag! It was nice, none of the foreign touring performers had ever done this!

Kiss was dominated by hits of the 70-80s: Cold Gin, Black Diamond, Lick It Up, Crazy Crazy Nights... The show, perhaps, did not give any special musical revelations, but guitarist Tommy Thayer played additional solos in almost every track, and improvisational Bassist Gene Simmons' number was amazingly good! But the main thing was the show: the play of light, emotions, pyrotechnic miracles.

We ended Kiss with a small “May Day” fireworks - as far as the Olympic arches allowed. The musicians on the towers of almost construction cranes, high above the heads of the spectators, continued to sing. Fearless, like the superheroes of Hollywood action films. It was also organic: Kiss are known for their “fighting” melodies and catchy rhythms. They hardly claim depth of thought or musical revelation. But the audience is very inspired by the fearless guys... Kiss, having flown over the hall, returned to the stage and finished their final number Rock-n-Roll All Nite.

As a farewell, Paul Stanley was already throwing guitar picks into the hall, decorated with his photograph and the tour logo. But he didn’t throw away the guitar itself, painted in the colors of the Russian flag. And it is right. I kept it for myself. Obviously, he is still planning to return to Russia.