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April 30th, 2013
Projects Tom Fontana, Craig Piligian and Gene Simmons are among the cable network's limited series development slate.
Spike TV is hopping on the miniseries trend.
The male-focused cable network is eyeing a return to scripted fare, announcing the development of five event series from producers including Hatfields & McCoys'Leslie Greif, among others.
"Our move into scripted special-event series is a major step in the evolution of the brand that now reaches a more balanced audience,” said Sharon Levy, executive vp original series at Spike TV, who will oversee each of the five projects. “Each project features our development’s mission to thrill, inspire, and entertain the viewer. We also see this as a stepping stone to developing original scripted dramatic series.”
The move marks Spike's first attempt at a mini since its July 2007 event series The Kill Point and first original scripted comedy since Blue Mountain State, which ended its three-season run in November 2011.
The mini slate comes as cable networks including History, Discovery and more are looking to the lower-risk miniseries as an entry point into scripted fare following History's success with Hatfields and The Bible.
Here's a look at the slate. (Note: All titles are working titles.)
HIT MEN
From Leslie Greif (Hatfields & McCoy’s), Chris Collins (Sons of Anarchy) and rock God and multihyphenate Gene Simmons (KISS), comes Hit Men, a thrilling look into the untold story of how the mafia took control of the music industry of the 1970s. From rising artists to radio stations to record labels, the impact organized crime had on all facets of the music business in this era was all-consuming and changed the music world forever. The event series will be produced by Thinkfactory Media.WHITEY BULGER PROJECT
Written by Academy Award-winning writer Bobby Moresco (Crash) and produced by Jonathan Koch and Steve Michaels of Asylum Entertainment (The Kennedys), this movie event chronicles the raw and unfiltered rise and fall of Whitey Bulger, one of America's most notorious criminals. This four-hour epic delves deep into the life of Boston’s most infamous organized crime leader, who ruled New England’s criminal underworld with an iron fist for decades. Bulger’s larger-than-life story takes us from his days as a low-level street thug to FBI informant, to mob boss bent on undermining the competition, to the FBI's most wanted list, and fugitive on the lam for 16 yearsTHE LAMP
In the 1970s, the United States military set up some very unorthodox and secretive departments to research a wide range of areas from telekinesis to ambient noise to body language. Among these included the Research and Acquisitions Department, designed to covertly find and acquire all artifacts mentioned in religious and mythological texts to determine if any of them truly claimed magical powers. The search came up empty until they came across the legendary Aladdin’s Lamp. The project comes to Spike from the Levinson/Fontana Co. with Brant Englestein (Borgia) as writer.UNTITLED BENGHAZI PROJECT
This project lifts the curtain on the untold behind-the-scenes story of the 2012 terrorist attack on the American diplomatic mission in Benghazi, Libya. Based on declassified documents and testimonials from those who were on the ground, this miniseries will shed light on the actual events surrounding the tragic deaths of four Americans, including Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, and the heroic actions of CIA operatives that saved dozen of American lives. The untitled Benghazi project comes to Spike from Pilgrim Studios and Emmy Award winner Craig Piligian (Amanda Knox: Murder on Trial in Italy, The Ultimate Fighter) who is executive producing, along with Pilgrim Studios’ Beth Miller.iHUMAN
The stories of how technological innovation is transforming the human condition will be at the center of a series of films from Raw TV, the BAFTA Award-winning team behind the critically acclaimed film The Imposter. As technology becomes such an integral part of our lives and our most personal information becomes captured in a "cloud," how does this affect human interaction? From the comfort of a laptop, we are now able to do everything from cheating on our spouses, to sending SWAT teams to celebrities’ homes, to bringing about revolution or crashing financial markets. The connections in the digital age are actually resulting in a disconnection from humanity and this film series will explore this in a way never before seen on television. Raw TV’s credits also include Gold Rush, Locked Up Abroad and Paranormal Witness.
April 28th, 2013
Here is Kobra and some of her fans in Flint, Michigan.
Look out world, here comes Kobra & The Lotus.
April 28th, 2013
In a pottery store in Indianapolis, Indiana.
April 28th, 2013
Hey Gene,
Can't remember if I sent this. From Love ride a few years back.
Your gum was electric.
Best Regards,
Matt Sorum
April 26th, 2013
Ed Bernero directed me on NBC's Third Watch a few years ago.
Here it is.
April 25th, 2013
Only a limited number of cabins remain for the upcoming KISS Kruise III.
KISS and Sixthman together can’t be stopped. The inaugural KISS Kruise voyage united the KISS Navy to sail across the open seas. The second adventure proved the strength of the KISS Navy once again, who rocked the boat with such intensity that the sea begged for mercy! It’s time to reunite the KISS Navy for The KISS Kruise III, as we navigate towards the shores of adventure!
This kruise is so hot, it’s even Hot in the Shade! KISS Navy owns Halloween, and this year it’s no different. The Norwegian Pearl is set to host the best Hallows’ Eve celebration in the world. We’re sailing from October 28th – November 1st, so grab your face paint, your krazy costumes, your sunscreen and join us on board where we rock n roll all night and party everyday!
KISS NAVY, WE WANT YOU!
Cruise Itinerary (Subject to change)
Monday, October 28, 2013 - Depart Miami, FL (approx 4:00 PM ET)
Tuesday, October 29 - Key West, Florida 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday, October 30 - Day At Sea
Thursday, October 31 - Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday, November 1 - Arrive Miami, FL (approx 8:00 AM ET)For more details, visit the KISS KRUISE III website at:
April 23rd, 2013
So I went to the pharmacy to get some sunblock, and on the way out, I saw this.
April 23rd, 2013
Their real names are a secret. In hockey circles, they are known simply as Sully and Force aka The Green Men. They're the guys who show up to Vancouver Canucks home games in full-body spandex suits and sit next to the opponent's penalty box. Their mission: to irritate and distract visiting players in as creative and entertaining fashion as possible. Quite often, they succeed. The pair has been doing this for four seasons now. Monday night, they unveiled a new trick. Literally.
With Chicago in town, Blackhawks defenseman Niklas Hjalmarsson found himself in the sin bin for charging Daniel Sedin during the 13:05 mark of the first period. That's when it was time for Sully and Force to do their best David Copperfield impression. The dynamic duo covered up one side of the box with a green (of course) sheet - only to reveal a female Canucks fan moments later. But it wasn't just any NHL fan. The young lady happened to be Sophie Tweed-Simmons, daughter of Gene Simmons from the band KISS and model/actress Shannon Tweed (who grew up in Canada). She performed the national anthem prior to the game. Vancouver went on to beat Chicago 3-1 to clinch the team's fifth straight Northwest Division title, the longest active division streak in the NHL.
April 23rd, 2013
Here's our beautiful and talented Sophie Tweed Simmons, singing both American & Canadian National Anthems in Vancouver BC, Canada Hockey Game.
April 21st, 2013
BEST BUDDIES does wonderful work for mentally challenged young people. And it's good for you too. Founded by Anthony Shriver.
There was a bowling event held today, and we were happy to attend. Here are Rob Lowe, myself, Nancy O'Dell, and most beautiful girl in the world, my wife Shannon Tweed Simmons.
April 21st, 2013
KISS KIDS #1
KISS goes all-ages in this fun, accessible new series for fans old and new!
Each issue features a famous KISS album cover recreation with the KISS Kids in the starring role!
Presenting the adventures of Li'l Demon, Starchild, Catkid, and Spacey...the KISS Kids gang! This rockin' new comic offers adventures for all ages (and many in-jokes and familiar characters for the KISS faithful, too). No blood or fire here, just laughs and fun tales of the little costumed maniacs and the crazy town in which they live.
April 21st, 2013
Here's good lookin' Uncle Dave at Paul's charity event.
April 21st, 2013
ROB ZOMBIE came by. And we talked about a few TV and movie projects.
Rob is cool.
April 19th, 2013
Dog and Beth Came by to visit. Check out their new show on CMT.
April 18th, 2013
http://smarturl.it/KobraiTunes
April 18th, 2013
Kobra & The Lotus was the #5 Most Added album at CMJ Loud Rock with over 30 radio stations adding album to their Metal shows.
April 18th, 2013
Simmons Records/UME Recording Artists Kobra And The Lotus Make Their Major Label Debut April 16th.
Their Own “ROCK CITY” TV Show Premieres on SPIKE TV in September.
LOS ANGELES - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Kobra And The Lotus make their major label debut with their self-titled album KOBRA AND THE LOTUS on April 16, 2013, on Simmons Records/T-Boy Records/Universal Music Enterprises (UME).
Formed in 2009 by powerhouse vocalist Kobra Paige, Kobra And The Lotus have been more than busy touring Canada, the UK and Europe extensively with ball-busting hard work and intensity that secured coveted slots at Hellfest, Wacken Open Air, Download and Bloodstock in 2012.
The life of Kobra Paige and her band Kobra And The Lotus, will be chronicled for the show “Rock City,” airing on Spike TV, Fall 2013. Their 8 episode season will follow the grit, drama, and thrills, both on the road and off, as this emerging metal band takes to the road on their world tour.
Featuring female metal warrior Kobra Paige on lead vocals, Jasio Kulakowski on guitar, Pete Dimov on bass and Griffin Kissack on drums, the band recently added Latin America’s most famous metal axeman Charlie Parra del Riego.
For Kobra And The Lotus’ self-titled release, producer Kevin Churko (Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Ozzy Osbourne) was brought in to assist delivering precise songs heavy with emotion. The Kobra and The Lotus release has an intentionally grand-scale dynamic, magnifying the glories of the genre and making its mark as ‘arena’ rather than ‘garage’ rock.
The band is co-signed to Gene Simmons’ label - Simmons’ Records. Simmons has a longstanding reputation for discovering, assisting or recognizing new artists like Van Halen. Many of the early artist demos he worked on or helped with have gone on to become multi-platinum records and legendary rock anthems.
Andy Gould, head and curator of T-Boy Records, recognized Kobra’s talent and his newly minted T-Boy Records will serve as the umbrella label for Kobra and The Lotus. T-Boy Records releases new music and albums from established iconic hard-rock bands. Current releases include Rob Zombie’s Venomous Rat Regeneration Vendor (due April 23) and Megadeth’s Super Collider (due June 4). Gould adds, “It’s great to have a fresh act on the label that is carrying on all the best heavy metal traditions. And of course, it’s fantastic to be in business with Gene [Simmons].”
Kobra and The Lotus packs a powerful 10-track punch featuring the multi-range wailing vocals of metal hellion Kobra Paige, with infectious harmonies and sweeping choruses over powerful metal riffs, thundering bass and rapid fire percussion. Kobra and The Lotus contains driving anthems “50 Shades of Evil,” “Welcome To My Funeral,” “My Life” and “Forever One,” more dramatic stylings in “Aria of Karmika,” and they build on tradition with “Nayana” and “No Rest For The Wicked.” The band sets the stage for a tender intimate moment with “Sanctuary” before launching into skull-crushing guitars to carry the track out.
In support of their new album, Kobra And The Lotus will now take on America with an extensive North American tour supporting Fear Factory. The carnage starts April 14 in Colorado Springs, CO, winding throughout the U.S. and Canada conquering this continent one face-melting show at a time.
In short, heavy metal has a New Face. A New Voice. A New Name. Kobra And The Lotus.
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Contacts
Universal Music Enterprises (UME)
Keren Poznansky, 310-865-7797
keren.poznansky@umusic.com
or
Meg McLean Corso, 310-865-9804
megan.mclean@umusic.com
April 17th, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with all in Boston. The perpetrators of this heinous crime must and will be found and prosecuted to the full extent of the law. This country is proudly the land of the free and the home of the brave and no actions by covert cowards will intimidate us or change that. They will be caught and they will pay.
Photo: Luciof, Wikimedia Commons
April 17th, 2013
April 15th, 2013
Announcing the first, of a new generation of GENE SIMMONS CHROME BASSES - the CHROME AXE I.
The process has been long, and difficult but through the hard work of Jim Cara, the results speak for themselves. To plate a silver axe, it requires 12 oz of real pure silver.
This process will not be available to any other guitar company, or individuals. Jim Cara is now a part of our GSAXE Venture, and all inquiries should go through paul@gsaxe.com, or to info@genesimmons.com.
Want one?
We can send you the bass (available in CHROME PUNISHER I, as well as GOLD CHROME GS AXE I and other variations)….
Or, you can pick yours up when KISS plays concerts in your city.
GSAXE.comCheck out this baby.
All chrome neck this one has.
No wood, for it is covered in chrome.
April 15th, 2013
April 15th, 2013
MIPBlog spoke to rock & TV star Gene Simmons - he of KISS fame! - about Busted, his new prank show. It's inspired by his rockstar career, naturally.
"When you're on tour, you get bored," he said. "And when you get bored, pranks happen", he teased, before telling one tale of a poor roadie who got his birthday cake laced with laxatives... Rock n Roll!.
April 15th, 2013
KISS KIDS #1 COVER 3
April 15th, 2013
Sophie is on her way to sing the American National Anthem and the Canadian National Anthem in Vancouver, BC.
On the way there, this is what Sophie saw at the Delta terminal store at LAX airport.
Her dads make up on Hello Kitty.
April 13th, 2013
Jordan Hembrough, a renowned toy dealer and ultimate toy hunter, takes toy picking to a new level as he takes on collections from some of the most popular cities in America.
Toy Hunter: KISS
Jordan heads to LA and receives a special surprise call from rock legend, Gene Simmons of KISS! Gene sends Jordan on a hunt to pick up as much rare KISS memorabilia as he can.
April 13th, 2013
Our venture – GSAXE.com is already leagues ahead of all other guitar and bass manufacturers in the world.
The quality. The designs. The craftsmanship.
And, the amazing Jim Cara, who chromes our GENE SIMMONS PUNISHER and GENE SIMMONS AXE Basses and Guitars.
Because you deserve only the Best.
Because you deserve a Classic.
Go to GSAXE.com, to find out how you can get yours – signed and numbered - to you!!!
April 12th, 2013
GENE SIMMONS TO APPEAR AT PRE-EXPO KICK OFF EVENT
CLICK HERE for more details and ticket options.
The Indianapolis KISS Fan Expo is excited to celebrate its 15th anniversary AND the 40th anniversary of KISS at this year's Expo! We are ecstatic to announce a two-day event on May 11th & 12th with numerous guests spanning all eras of KISStory...the highlight of which is a pre-expo kickoff event with the Demon himself, Gene Simmons!
On early Saturday afternoon, May 11th, the legendary Gene Simmons will host a spirited question-and-answer session with the fans! You won't want to miss this special appearance! The Gene Simmons pre-expo event is a separate ticketed event with additional ticket options including a photo opportunity for you with Gene! Tickets are limited. This will be Gene's only appearance this weekend.
Saturday night's Expo features former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick and guitarist Bob Kulick! Both Bruce and Bob have rich histories with KISS and will be available for autographs and photos throughout the evening. They will also jam a few KISS classics onstage for your enjoyment!
Sunday's Expo will feature KISS drummer Eric Singer, and in his first-ever Expo appearance - drummer Kevin Valentine. Kevin was the drummer on KISS' Psycho Circus album. He also recorded demos for Hot in the Shade and a track on the Revenge album. (Kevin went to high school with Eric Singer!). Fan-favorite KISS tribute band MR. SPEED will also perform.
KISS dealers from around the country, including KISSonline, will be on hand at both Expo days selling KISS collectibles and memorabilia from all eras! Throughout the weekend there will be numerous giveaways and raffles.
As always, the Indianapolis KISS Fan Expo is run by the fans, for the fans.
April 11th, 2013
"Oblivion" Los Angeles Premiere Red Carpet Arrivals.
April 11th, 2013
Here is the family at last night's Tom Cruise starrer, OBLIVION - produced by Barry Levine.
April 11th, 2013
KISS KIDS COMING SOON!!!
Here are a few sketches from our forthcoming KISS KISS COMICS.
The tiny terrors hit stands in an all-ages new series!
Ah, the simple pleasures of just being a kid. Lemonade stands, little league games, advanced fort building, rocking the faces off of millions of screaming fans all over the world while thwarting the plans of your evil school Principal.
If a couple of those cherished childhood memories sound unfamiliar, that's because they can only be found in KISS Kids, the new series starring the pint-sized rock gods! Join Starchild, Li'l Demon, Spacey, and Catkid as they get into trouble and kick out the jams in strips featuring familiar characters and settings from KISS lore. Helmed by KISS series writers Chris Ryall and Tom Waltz with fun, expressive art by Jose Holder (Mars Attacks The Real Ghostbusters), KISS Kids promises to be a treat for fans of all-ages!
"KISS is used to rocking and rolling all night and partying every day, but back when they were little'uns, those things only happened around nap time," said Chris Ryall, also IDW's Chief Creative Officer/Editor-in-Chief. "This series will appeal to kids and Kiss fans of all ages, as we see the school-age band engage robots, evil teachers, other students, and much more, all filtered through the KISS lens. Beth, the school's Doctor Love, the snooty Torpedo Girls, the bratty "Wicked" Lester, nefarious Principal Elder... they're all here for this accessible, funny, and appealing new series."
The new KISS Kids series, coming this fall, is being previewed in the form of a one-page strip on the back cover of all four issues of this spring's Kiss Solo series. Fans will get their first real look at the Kiss Kids on April 10, when Kiss Solo #1: The Demon by Ryall and artist Angel Medina is released.
"Rock and Roll All Nite....and Potty Every Day," added the L'il Demon himself, Kiss founding member, Gene Simmons.
This fall, there's only one place for proof positive that whether you're a Starchild or a Demon, there's nothing better than rocking and rolling all night and reading comics every day!
April 10th, 2013
The entire family – Shannon, Sophie, Nicholas and yours truly were invited to attend the Tom Cruise starrer, OBLIVION tonight.
Well worth seeing.
In particular, it was heartwarming to see Producer Barry Levine finally get his vision onto the screen. It started with the comic book of the same name on his Radical Comics imprint, and then only took many years to finally see its way onto the big screen.
Tenacity, passion and plain hard work. It is to be admired.
Congratulations, Barry.
And now, here are some fun photos and videos from the Premier –
April 10th, 2013
Sophie and star hockey player Ryan Kesler (Vancouver Canucks) sign autographs in Surrey, BC to benefit Sophie's Place (Sophie's center for abused children located in Surrey, BC).
April 10th, 2013
KOBRA AND THE LOTUS SELF-TITLED MAJOR LABEL DEBUT RELEASED APRIL 16
10 April 2013 (Toronto) – Female metal warrior Kobra Paige, along with guitarist Jasio Kulakowski, bassist Pete Dimov and drummer Griffin Kissack of Kobra And The Lotus are set to make their self-titled, major label debut on Tuesday, April 16TH via Simmons Records/T-Boy Records/Universal Music Canada, the country’s leading music company.
KOBRA AND THE LOTUS packs a powerful 10-track punch featuring Paige’s multi-range wailing vocals, with infectious harmonies and sweeping choruses over powerful metal riffs, thundering bass and rapid fire percussion. It also contains driving anthems “50 Shades of Evil”, “Welcome To My Funeral”, “My Life” and “Forever One”. They offer more dramatic styling’s in “Aria of Karmika”, and build on tradition with “Nayana” and “No Rest For The Wicked”. The band sets the stage for a tender intimate moment with “Sanctuary” before launching into skull-crushing guitars to carry the track out.
For the process of the album’s inception, producer Kevin Churko (Rob Zombie, Five Finger Death Punch, Ozzy Osbourne) was brought in to assist in delivering precise songs heavy with emotion. The release has an intentionally grand-scale dynamic, magnifying the glories of the genre and making its mark as ‘arena’ rather than ‘garage’ rock.
In the fall of 2013, the life of Kobra Paige and her band will be chronicled for the show “Rock City”, which will air on Spike TV. The eight episode season will follow the grit, drama, and thrills, both on the road and off, as this emerging metal band takes to the road on their world tour.
Formed in 2009, Kobra And The Lotus have been more than busy touring Canada, the UK and Europe extensively with ball-busting hard work and intensity that secured coveted slots at Hellfest, Wacken Open Air, Download and Bloodstock in 2012.
In short, heavy metal has a New Face. A New Voice. A New Name. Kobra And The Lotus.
In support of their new album, Kobra And The Lotus are headed out on an extensive North American tour with Fear Factory. The carnage starts April 14 in Colorado Springs, CO, and visits Canada for one stop, April 24, at Toronto's Opera House.
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For media inquiries contact:
Amanda Persi
National Media and Artist Relations
Universal Music Canada
Amanda.Persi@umusic.com
416 718 4102
April 10th, 2013
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
Time:
9:00pm | 8:00pm centralStation:
The Travel Channel
*Check your local listingsDetails:
Gene Simmons is a very special guest on an all new episode of TOY HUNTER! Watch Gene accompany host Jordan on a hunt to pick up as much rare KISS memorabilia as he can, including a KISS radio-controlled van that could cost Gene a fortune.
April 10th, 2013
April 10th, 2013
Gene Simmons In Cannes, France at MIPTV
April 9th, 2013
Rocker and reality TV star Gene Simmons is hoping to find success with a new, hidden-camera show. The KISS frontman is venturing into the production side of television with a show he created titled "Busted." The series features Simmons as he goes on tour with a few of the most popular bands in the world and gives fans a behind-the-scenes look as he plays practical jokes on the famous musicians.
April 8th, 2013
Good guy.
April 8th, 2013
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April 8th, 2013
At the MIP Emmy Awards, Anthony won the award for cutting edge Online digital programming – not to mention the fact that he runs the number one show on the planet.
In his acceptance speech, not only broke into his own rendition of Beth... He also changed the words as an homage to his wife. He just got married.
Congratulations Anthony.
April 8th, 2013
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April 7th, 2013
We were having breakfast, with our window open, when this uninvited guest decided to join us.
April 6th, 2013
The KISS star will return to the Croissette with a hidden camera comedy show that has major rock stars in its crosshairs.
TORONTO – Gene Simmons is returning to the Croissette next week to promote Busted, his upcoming reality TV series with Canadian producer Entertainment One.
Simmons will pitch the hidden camera comedy series he created, and which features major rock stars, band mates, family members and roadies as moving targets.
Hosted by Simmons, Busted will take audiences backstage to witness practical jokes pulled on tour.
The KISS star is no stranger to reality TV, having starred in A&E’s Gene Simmons Family Jewels for nine seasons, and completed two seasons of Gene Simmons’ Rock School for VH-1.
Busted will be executive produced by John Morayniss, Tara Long and Jeff Hevert for Entertainment One, and Simmons.
The Canadian producer will handle worldwide rights for the series, while Simmons will take care of merchandise.
April 6th, 2013
LOS ANGELES, CA (April 3, 2013) – Leading independent studio Entertainment One (eOne) is proud to announce it is teaming up with rock legend Gene Simmons on a new reality series, BUSTED. Simmons will be in attendance at MIPTV with eOne to pitch the project to potential buyers and also interview eOne’s President and CEO Darren Throop for the Media Mastermind Keynote Series taking place on Monday April 8th.
BUSTED, created by Simmons, goes on tour with some of the biggest rock bands in the world in an outrageous hidden camera comedy series where every rock star, band mate, family member and roady is a moving target. Hosted by Gene Simmons, BUSTED takes audiences backstage with an all-access pass to the never before seen hysterical practical jokes pulled on tour.
Executive producers include John Morayniss, Tara Long and Jeff Hevert on behalf of eOne and Gene Simmons. eOne will handle worldwide rights to the series in all media except merchandise which will be handled by Simmons. KISS co-founder and lead singer, Gene Simmons, is a multi-hyphenate entrepreneur and one of the world’s most recognized personalities. KISS has sold over 100 million CDs and DVDs worldwide, and continues to sell out stadiums and arenas around the world, breaking box-office records set by Elvis and the Beatles, and boasting over 3,000 licensed / merchandise items. In October 2012, the band released the 20th studio album to date, MONSTER, which debuted in the top 3 of the Billboard charts within its first week. Outside of his music business endeavors, Simmons expanded his artistic explorations in the areas of TV and film. He starred in his own realty show on A&E, Gene Simmons Family Jewels, which after airing for nine seasons made it the longest-running celebrity reality show of all time. He also completed two seasons of Gene Simmons’ Rock School for VH-1. In addition, he created the show Mr. Romance for Oxygen, as well as My Dad the Rock Star, for Nickelodeon’s NickToons.
In addition to BUSTED, eOne’s Factual and Alternative Programming Division’s credits include Mary Mary for WeTV, The Sheard’s for BET, Party Mamas for Slice in Canada and Wealth TV in the US, Perfect Storms: Disasters that Changed the World for History Television and Historia, Mega Builders for Discovery Channels and the recently announced reality series following Grammy® award winner Michelle Williams, My Sister’s Keeper.
Through strong relationships with broadcasters and content providers, eOne Television International has successfully sold eOne’s original and third-party productions to over 500 broadcasters in 150 countries, including the major US networks and international pay TV channels. eOne’s current scripted series include Hell on Wheels on AMC, Rookie Blue on ABC and Shaw, Call Me Fitz on DIRECTV and HBO Canada, Saving Hope on CTV, the upcoming suspense-drama starring Thandie Newton Rogue on DIRECTV, The Movie Network and Movie Central and Discovery Channel’s first-ever scripted mini-series Klondike, co-produced by Discovery, eOne, and Nomadic Pictures in association with Scott Free Television. The group also handles distribution of AMC's The Walking Dead.
About Entertainment One
Entertainment One Ltd. (LSE:ETO) is an international entertainment company that specializes in the acquisition, production and distribution of film and television content. The company’s comprehensive network extends around the globe including Canada, the U.S., the UK, Ireland, Spain, Benelux, France, Germany, Scandinavia, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and South Korea. Through established Entertainment and Distribution divisions, the company provides extensive expertise in film distribution, television and music production, family programming and merchandising and licensing. Its current rights library is exploited across all media formats and includes more than 35,000 film and television titles, 2,700 hours of television programming and 45,000 music tracks. www.entertainmentonegroup.com.
More information:
eOne
Pam Wilson
Ink Media Corporation
Tel: 661 799 9102 Cell: 310 849 7303
pam.wilson@inkmediacorp.com
April 6th, 2013
NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 05: Nick Simmons, Gene Simmons and Shannon Tweed attend The Friars Club Roast Honors Jack Black at New York Hilton and Towers.
April 5th, 2013
At Jack Black's Friars Roast in NY with Mike Love and Bruce Johnson of the Beach Boys..and young Nick.
And then they introduced me – Oboy...
April 4th, 2013
Shannon and I went to the pre-Friars Club dinner honoring Jack Black. Our sides still hurt from the ribbing he took from Freddie Roman, Richard Belzer, and Jeff Ross.
Tomorrow, Nick, Shannon and I will witness Jack Black’s public beheading at the Friars Club.
Blood will flow….
April 4th, 2013
Rocker Gene Simmons will be in Cannes on Monday to interview Entertainment One president and CEO Darren Throop onstage for a Mip TV keynote session. The KISS co-founder will also be there to pitch his new hidden-camera reality show, Busted. Simmons and eOne are teaming on the show, which eOne is selling internationally (although Simmons has retained dibs on merchandise). The bassist created the behind-the-scenes series in which he goes on tour with some of the biggest bands in the world and gives audiences an all-access pass to backstage practical jokes. Executive producers include John Morayniss, Tara Long and Jeff Hevert on behalf of eOne and Simmons. No stranger to reality TV, Simmons previously starred in the long-running A&E show Gene Simmons Family Jewels along with two seasons of Gene Simmons’ Rock School for VH1. He also created the shows Mr. Romance for Oxygen and My Dad The Rock Star for NickToons. KISS released its 20th studio album in October last year.
April 4th, 2013
KISS Continues To Dominate Comics, This Time With ‘KISS Kids’!
Remember Muppet Babies? I loved that show. And being KISS fans, we’re thrilled with the announcement from IDW that they have ANOTHER new comic book about KISS coming out: KISS Kids.
Coming this Fall, KISS Kids will focus on the KISS Characters as children as they take on nemeses such as Principal Elder, and Wicked Lester. A preview of KISS Kids will on the back cover of all four issues of the upcoming Kiss Solo series, starting on April 10, when Kiss Solo #1: The Demon is released.
You can check out the one-page preview strip here below.
Here’s the statement direct from IDW, made on March 22, 2013:
Ah, the simple pleasures of just being a kid. Lemonade stands, little league games, advanced fort building, rocking the faces off of millions of screaming fans all over the world while thwarting the plans of your evil school Principal.If a couple of those cherished childhood memories sound unfamiliar, that’s because they can only be found in KISS Kids, the new series starring the pint-sized rock gods! Join Starchild, Li’l Demon, Spacey, and Catkid as they get into trouble and kick out the jams in strips featuring familiar characters and settings from KISS lore. Helmed by KISS series writers Chris Ryall and Tom Waltz with fun, expressive art by Jose Holder (Mars Attacks The Real Ghostbusters), KISS Kids promises to be a treat for fans of all-ages!
April 3rd, 2013
So, Shannon, Nick and I are sitting at the Four Seasons Hotel in New York. And Ross Halfin, rock photographer impresario walks over to say hello, having just photographed us in Australia – and who is standing right beside him? Jimmy Page!!!
Nick just about had heart palpitations. I quickly grabbed my phone and took a photo. And Jimmy, as always, is the consummate gentleman.
Hail the RiffMaster of them all.
April 3rd, 2013
A KISS Army Fan club members-only ticket pre-sale for 5 of the upcoming KISS Canadian shows will take place beginning this morning at 10am (local venue time). See details below.
PRESALES BEGIN TODAY - WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3 AT 10AM:
July 10 - Enmax Centre (Lethbridge, AB)
July 13 - Scotiabank Saddledome (Calgary, AB)
July 16 - Evraz Place (Regina, SK)
July 17 - Keystone Centre (Brandon, MB)
July 23 - Sudbury Arena (Sudbury, ON)
If you are a Premium KISS ARMY Member: LOGIN at http://www.kissonline.com/service/login and visit the tour page to get information to access the presale.
If you are not a current Premium Member of the KISS ARMY and would like to participate in the Members-only Pre-sale: JOIN NOW!
April 3rd, 2013
Announcement of the KISS Canadian MONSTER Tour spread like wildfire through the news media yesterday! Check out a sampling of the numerous press stories by clicking the links below.
KISS Announces Canadian MONSTER Tour.
January 2013 marked four decades since the legendary rock band KISS was born. Forty years later, having racked up 28 U.S. gold albums along with 40 million U.S. and 100 million in world sales, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, with longtime members guitarist Tommy Thayer and drummer Eric Singer, return stronger than ever. - The Gauntlet.
KISS coming to Regina, Saskatoon
KISS coming to Vancouver in July
KISS Announces Canadian Monster Tour
KISS to play Budweiser Gardens in London on July 27
KISS headed to Scotiabank on July 25
KISS set to rock Saddledome for Stampede
KISS returns to Edmonton
Classic rockers KISS confirmed for July 5 concert in Victoria
KISS to make summer Monster Tour stop in Kelowna
KISS to play in July
KISS rocking Brandon, Winnipeg on July 17, 18
April 2nd, 2013
SIOUX FALLS, SD -
Motley Crue is in the middle of a month long Australian tour, but front man Vince Neil took time out to come to Sioux Falls to raise money for the rock and roll academy and to encourage kids to get involved in music.
"The cool thing is the accomplishment of it. It could be 'Mary had a little lamb,' right? But if you play it on guitar or whatever, you go 'oh, my God, I did it," Neil said.
KISS bassist Gene Simmons agrees. He says music is a constructive activity that empowers kids to be better people.
"Empty hearts and empty minds, that's the devil's work. You've got to grab those minds and hearts and get them busy and preoccupied. From school, come here. Be home or come here to the Boys and Girls Club and it's fun. Pick up a guitar, get up on stage, be a rock star," Simmons said.
Simmons says he hopes the idea of the Rock and Roll Academy catches on and that it spreads to other cities.
"Rock and roll and being in a band is self-empowering. You don't have to be in the audience, you can get up on stage. It's a pathway to climb Mt. Olympus and become one of the gods of Rock and Roll, if only for a while, if only in your mind," Simmons said.
The rock stars that came to Sioux Falls helped raise $1.3 million for the Boys & Girls Club with a weeklong series of concerts.
April 2nd, 2013
The powerful and attractive Nigel Lythgoe on his KISS Hello Kitty throne.
April 1st, 2013
Kids cable network The Hub has optioned the rights to a new series, "KISS Hello Kitty," based on the highly successful KISS x Hello Kitty line of products from Sanrio, maker of Hello Kitty, a '70s brand.
The rock band Kiss, like Hello Kitty, has long been associated with creative merchandising. Together, they are now collaborating on a TV show and co-branded products: KISS x Hello Kitty. Various licensed items will include apparel, toys, electronics, stationery, and back-to-school merchandise.
The Hub's new animated series "KISS Hello Kitty" focuses on four KISS x Hello Kitty characters living rock 'n' roll dreams. KISS' Gene Simmons is one of the executive producers. The series will be produced by KISS Catalogue Ltd. and Sanrio.
Margaret Loesch, president/CEO of The Hub, stated: "Fans of The Hub know we are a distinct brand dedicated to providing clever, imaginative, and cool shows that families can watch together. The tone and style of the 'KISS Hello Kitty' TV show is a perfect fit for our network."
Simmons touted the alliance, noting KISS wanted to "make all our millions of fans worldwide proud of a show they can watch with the whole family."
April 1st, 2013
Here is the lovely Heather Locklear, sitting in my KISS HELLO KITTY Chair at home.
April 1st, 2013
KISS bandmates Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley are joined by their business partner Michael Zislis to show off some of the signature dishes from their restaurant chain, Rock & Brews. For more info about the restaurant, visit RockAndBrews.Com
April 1st, 2013
KISS' Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley discuss their restaurant chain, Rock & Brews, which pays homage to classic rock with a family environment. Plus, they discuss their professional friendship, which has spanned four decades.
April 1st, 2013
Here is the lovely Mel B posing in front of the KISS HELLO KITTY Cabinets I had put up in my office.
April 1st, 2013
Kobra & The Lotus “50 Shades of Evil” premiered on nationally syndicate Full Metal Jackie this past weekend (3/30-3/31).
FMJ is heard on 50+ Active Rock/Mainstream Rock radio stations. http://fullmetaljackieradio.com
Album ships to Metal Specialty, and Active Rock stations in tour markets this week.
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