KISS- why not retire??

Unknown Soldier · 07-22-2014, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by galt54

OK. But they acted more stoopid than the Three Stooges.

Now you're being silly.

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Why do so many people enjoy stoopidity as entertainment? I only like the music of Kiss for the sake of the music. I hate the lyrics and the stage show (judging from the snippets I´ve seen on the Internet).

Why do some people like tea and others coffee?

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Originally Posted by galt54

Well, I like intelligent stoopidity.

I like the Marx Brothers but I also like the Three Stooges just as much.

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But stoopid stoopidity? "Indiscretion in the Ladies Room" for example? Or "Getaway" ("I gotta, gotta getaway! Gotta, gotta getaway!" Repeat, repeat.).

Loads of bands repeat their own lyrics, Kiss don't have the exclusive rights to that.

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I´d die of embarassment to perform that stuff in front of an auditorium full of people while wearing greasepaint.

I bet you would, but I'm sure plenty of $ would ease your embarrassment.

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And Gene sticking his tongue out at the audience and spitting phony baloney blood is supposed to be entertaining? What´s the point?

It's called a trademark gimmick and it's primary aim is to get people to always remember it, which you've done.

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Originally Posted by Janszoon

The problem with KISS though is it isn't funny, it's just lame.

GWAR gets the the thumbs up though.

If Kiss hadn't existed, GWAR might not have either.

Black Francis · 07-22-2014, 01:51 PM

You know what i really like about KISS?

That they realise the whole gimmick of KISS, they KNOW what they are exploiting and it's a business decision, in contrast with other bands that wear mask on stage to look all mysterious KISS does it just to put on a good show not to look all mysterious, and their songs are mostly theatric rock n roll they aren't as hardcore as their make up and behaviour is on stage and that to me says the make up is just a gimmick not something that reflects how artistic they are or defines their music.

And seriously, how many bands have their own pinball machine or their own brand of condoms? i can't think of any except KISS.

The Batlord · 07-22-2014, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Black Francis

And seriously, how many bands have their own pinball machine or their own brand of condoms? i can't think of any except KISS.

It's kind of ironic that Gene Simmons is actually preventing pregnancies.

galt54 · 07-23-2014, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Black Francis

You know what i really like about KISS?

That they realise the whole gimmick of KISS, they KNOW what they are exploiting and it's a business decision, in contrast with other bands that wear mask on stage to look all mysterious KISS does it just to put on a good show not to look all mysterious, and their songs are mostly theatric rock n roll they aren't as hardcore as their make up and behaviour is on stage and that to me says the make up is just a gimmick not something that reflects how artistic they are or defines their music.

And seriously, how many bands have their own pinball machine or their own brand of condoms? i can't think of any except KISS.

And don´t forget Kiss´ very own branded coffin! Now that´s what I call merchandising! Some people will do anything for money!

The Batlord · 07-23-2014, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by galt54

And don´t forget Kiss´ very own branded coffin! Now that´s what I call merchandising! Some people will do anything for money!

Are you saying you don't find a KISS coffin hilarious?

**Janszoon** · 07-23-2014, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Unknown Soldier

If Kiss hadn't existed, GWAR might not have either.

Definitely possible. Still doesn't make me think Kiss is any less crappy though. They literally have only one song I've ever heard that I like, and it comes from their very un-Kiss-y no makeup era.

Queen Boo · 07-24-2014, 02:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Urban Hat€monger ?

This statement could have been made in 1981 & still been true

This thread should have ended here.

Black Francis · 07-25-2014, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Janszoon

Definitely possible. Still doesn't make me think Kiss is any less crappy though. They literally have only one song I've ever heard that I like, and it comes from their very un-Kiss-y no makeup era.

Was it their Disco hit? lol

idk alot of KISS songs either but i do know detroit rock city and god gave rock n roll to you on the guitar.. oh, and strutter.

neardeathexperience · 07-27-2014, 08:51 AM

The make up may have actually worked well for them because it actually makes them look younger then they really are. Don't retire just move to Las Vegas where the rest of the circus is.

galt54 · 07-31-2014, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by neardeathexperience

The make up may have actually worked well for them because it actually makes them look younger then they really are. Don't retire just move to Las Vegas where the rest of the circus is.

And the money!

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Black Francis Out of Place Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: in an abstract house Posts: 4,111	You know what i really like about KISS? That they realise the whole gimmick of KISS, they KNOW what they are exploiting and it's a business decision, in contrast with other bands that wear mask on stage to look all mysterious KISS does it just to put on a good show not to look all mysterious, and their songs are mostly theatric rock n roll they aren't as hardcore as their make up and behaviour is on stage and that to me says the make up is just a gimmick not something that reflects how artistic they are or defines their music. And seriously, how many bands have their own pinball machine or their own brand of condoms? i can't think of any except KISS. __________________ "Hey Kids you got to meet the MIGHTY PIXIES!" http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbRbCtIgW3A

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neardeathexperience Music Addict Join Date: Jan 2013 Posts: 531	The make up may have actually worked well for them because it actually makes them look younger then they really are. Don't retire just move to Las Vegas where the rest of the circus is.