MY 50-YEAR JOURNEY WITH KISS

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For more than fifty years, I have been an ardent fan of the rock band KISS. From their electrifying stage shows to their iconic makeup and costumes, KISS has been a constant source of inspiration and entertainment throughout my life. This book is a testament to my lifelong journey as a KISS fan, from my earliest memories of seeing them perform on television to my recent experiences attending their concerts and meet and greets. In each chapter, I will share my anecdotes, insights, and reflections on what it means to be a KISS fan and part of the KISS Army. I will also have comments from people who performed with me in our impersonations and have gone to shows with me over the years. You will also see a lot of Kiss memorabilia which in some cases one of a kind. See below on the book chapters and things you will discover in this book.

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Table of Contents:

Introduction

• Chapter One: Who is KISS?
• Chapter Two: The Birth of the Kiss Army: My Personal Stories as a Member for Fifty Years
• Chapter Three: KISS Impersonations
• Chapter Four: KISS Collectibles and Memorabilia
• Chapter Five: KISS Concerts and Meet and Greets
• Chapter Six: KISS Visit to Cadillac in 1975
• Chapter Seven: The Key to City of Cadillac, Given to KISS: the Journey of the Key 1975 to 2015 (yes, I own the key)
• Chapter Eight: Celebration of Forty Years Since the Visit of KISS in 1975 (I took the key back for the anniversary)
• Chapter Nine: The Final Show of KISS End of the World Tour
• Chapter Ten: Gene Simmons's Meet and Greet and His Museum
• Chapter Eleven: Fifty-Year Celebration and the Return of KISS and the Key to the City to Cadillac

Conclusion

Some things you will learn from reading this KISS book.

• A legendary piece of KISS history vanished for decades—now, it's making a triumphant return to Cadillac for a rock & roll 50th homecoming like no other.
• Would you spend 15 years hunting down rock legends for their signatures? This is the untold story of a relentless mission to get signatures on a piece of KISS history.
• Not all guitars are created equal—especially when you buy one straight from KISS. Discover the rarest Crazy Nights tour guitar that became a prized possession.
• Ever dreamed of meeting Gene Simmons? I did more than that—I had dinner with him. Here's what really happens when you break bread with a rock icon.
• Putting on the makeup is one thing—becoming KISS is another. Here's what I learned from stepping into their legendary boots and performing.
• A simple Facebook post led me to the artist who painted Paul Stanley's iconic flag guitar in 1987. Social media isn't just for likes—it's for rock history.
• Owning a piece of KISS's wardrobe isn't just about collecting—it's about wearing history. Here's how I scored multiple stage-worn leotards from the band.
• How did I end up on a KISS concert DVD in Las Vegas? Let's just say, even rock & roll can't stop a dedicated email check.
• I showed up at Will Call in Salt Lake City and thought I had tickets; they said no tickets. I walked away with a front-row seat. Here's how the ultimate KISS concert miracle happened.
• From the first KISS concert in 1978 to the last in 2023, with the same concert buddy by my side. A full-circle rock & roll moment, 45 years in the making.
• A moment frozen in time—Gene Simmons holding the Key to the City of Cadillac in 1975. This rare photo tells a story of music, legacy, and hometown pride.
• KISS's legendary trip to Cadillac changed rock history. In 2025, we're celebrating 50 years of that epic moment—here's what's in store.
• From seeing KISS on TV for the first time to owning a KISS Army member folder similar to the one Gene Simmons' had—my 50-year journey as a die-hard fan is one for the ages.
• Stealing my mom and sister's winter boots to create my own KISS platform shoes in 1977—sometimes, rock & roll requires a little DIY ingenuity.
• KISS closed their final concert with Do You Love Me—but the city name they sang made history. Here's why that moment sent chills down every fan's spine.
• And so much more

Book Signing Pictures from the 50th Anniversary.

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