Since launching Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over 3,000,000 times. Three Sides of the Coin has been joined by special guests including former KISS lead guitarist Bruce Kulick, the Black Veil Brides' Andy Biersack, Frank Munoz associate producer for Ace Frehley's Anomaly album, award winning songwriter Adam Mitchell, Ed Kanon (Peter Criss' drum tech), and Kevin Valentine (drummer on KISS' Psycho Circus album). Three Sides of the Coin was recently picked (October 2013) as a 'What's Hot' podcast by Apple's iTunes.
In the early '90s, Michael Brandvold launched the fifth ever website on the Internet devoted to KISS, KISS Otaku. He built, launched and maintained Kissonline.com (KISS' official web presence). He now owns Michael Brandvold Marketing, providing providing marketing services and digital strategy to musicians. Tommy Sommers spent 15 years on the record show circuit collecting, trading and selling memorabilia / Kiss merchandise. He is now a successful residential Real Estate agent in the Minneapolis / St. Paul area. Tommy has also produced a KISS song For The Oddfathers and is the owner of Rock Steady Digital Photography. Mark Cicchini, is a world renown KISS collector. KISS have used parts of Mark’s vast KISS collection for audio, video & print materials including their book NOTHIN TO LOSE, CD re release of the LOVE GUN album & the VH1 Ultimate Album KISS ALIVE! special as well as many other KISS projects. His wife also makes a mean meatloaf!!!
Eric Carr Was No Where Near the Quality of a Drummer that Eric Singer Is.
Episode 593. It’s only Mark and Tommy this week… they discuss where did the live albums go? Why do bands no longer release them and Mark updates on Pop House. The best part is Mark compares Eric Singer to Eric Carr saying Eric Carr was no where near the quality of a drummer that Eric […]
10/21/2024 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 21 seconds
KISS Destroyer Super Deluxe 6 LP Box Set, Yes of No?
Episode 592. The family is here… Michael, Mark, Tommy and Izzy! We discuss the new KISS Destroyer vinyl box set that sells for nearly $1000! This leads to a discussion on the “return” of CDs and Vinyl and finally a look at how streaming services pay artists or don’t pay artists and record deals and […]
10/7/2024 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 24 seconds
We Discuss the McRib, Judas Priest, Arnel Pineda/Journey and Tommy is Back!
Episode 591. Food Preferences and Izzy’s Eating Habits The team discussed their personal preferences for food, particularly focusing on the McRib and Izzy’s eating habits. They shared their experiences and opinions about the McRib, with some members expressing their love for it and others criticizing it as not being real meat. They also discussed Izzy’s […]
9/30/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 12 seconds
Izzy Wants to Replace Tommy Sommers, Does He Make the Cut?
Episode 590. This week Lisa is back AND Izzy joins us to audition to maybe replace Tommy Sommers. As part of his audition Izzy thought doing a short comedy routine would help, did it? What do you think? Is Izzy ready to get called up to the big leagues? You have to let us know… […]
9/16/2024 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 4 seconds
Mark Cicchini, Did He Save Three Sides of the Coin or Is He Just a Turd In The Punchbowl?
Episode 589. We talk about Mark Cicchini being on the show for 10 years. What is your favorite Mark moment or quote? Mike talks about how 3 of his 5 all time favorite bands are essentially no more… KISS, ELO and Molly Hatchet. We are reaching a point where you can no longer count on […]
9/9/2024 • 1 hour, 45 minutes, 15 seconds
“Remember rock ’n’ roll? You guys used to rock ’n’ roll real good.” – Creem Magazine Dynasty Review
Episode 587. We go back to October 1979 and read and react to the Creem Magazine review of Dynasty… “We had some good times, but now they’re gone. So long,.” —Ace Frehley, “Save Your Love” So long, Ace, it’s been good to know ya. And, uncool as it may be for someone my age to […]
9/2/2024 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 59 seconds
KISS Destroyer… “This sure ain’t the scuzzy Kiss we all came to love.” Creem Magazine July 1976
Episode 587. We go back to July 1976 and read and react to the Creem Magazine review of Destroyer… After three near-perfect studio albums and an excellent live summing-up LP that finally put them in the platinum, Kiss have pulled an abrupt change in direction that goes over about as well as a lead Buckinghams. […]
8/26/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 3 seconds
Play Along This Week: Which KISS Album Divides Fandom the Most?
Episode 586. We want you to play along with us this week… KISS Albums Either You Love It or Hate It, Greatest Album of All Time, Overlooked Masterpiece, Mental Breakdown, Which Divides Fandom. Let’s hear from you! Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three […]
8/19/2024 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 7 seconds
Fact Is Nothing Would Have Saved The Elder It Was So Bad It Nearly Ended KISS
Episode 585. Well we had an entirely different topic planned for this week, but conversations take on a life of their own. We comment on the recent Unpopular KISS Opinions which exploded and completely took over the Three Sides Facebook group. This lead into discussing a couple unpopular opinions about the Elder. Which in turn […]
8/12/2024 • 54 minutes, 37 seconds
Our Unpopular KISS Opinions That Will Cause Other KISS Fans to Say… No Way You Are Wrong!
Episode 584. We are sure you will have some comments about this episode. We share our unpopular KISS opinions. Opinions that we believe, but are sure to cause other fans to yell and scream at us. Play along this week… what are your unpopular KISS opinions? Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please […]
7/29/2024 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 36 seconds
Early Days of KISS on the Web, the Indy KISS Expo and KISSArmyWarehouse
Episode 582. Steve Stierwalt joins us this week and we talk about the very beginning of KISS on the internet as Steve was there when it all started with his website KISS Freaks. Steve shares stories and insight into putting on the Indy KISS Expos. How much money does it take to put together and […]
7/22/2024 • 1 hour, 57 minutes, 14 seconds
KISS I Was Made For Lovin’ You Passes One Billion Streams on Spotify
Episode 582. KISS join a very small and elite group of artists who have a song with over one billion streams on Spotify. I Was Made For Lovin’ You from the album Dynasty has been streamed over one billion times! Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching […]
7/15/2024 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 35 seconds
Jason Hook on the End of KISS, the Avatars and His Favorite and Least Favorite KISS Albums
Episode 581. We are joined by guitarist Jason Hook this week. Jason updates on his new band Flat Black, their new album will be released on July 19th. But… we talk all KISS with Jason, who is a HUGE KISS fan. Jason shares his feelings and thoughts on the end of KISS and the upcoming […]
7/8/2024 • 1 hour, 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Peter Arquette Talks About the Future of KISS Expos and His Retirement from KISS Museum
Episode 580. Recently Peter Arquette announced he was shutting down his long running and respected KISS collectibles store KISS Museum. He sold the inventory to KISSArmyWarehouse.com and is retiring. Why now, why is he retiring. What is he going to do now. What about the future of KISS expos. Is he planning to do any […]
7/1/2024 • 1 hour, 57 minutes, 4 seconds
Drum Legend Carmine Appice Talks Cactus, KISS, Rod Stewart, Led Zeppelin and more!
Episode 579. One of the premier showmen in rock, Carmine Appice became known worldwide for his astonishing live performances, in addition to becoming a highly sought-after session drummer, recording with countless artists throughout his career. In ‘76, he joined Rod Stewart‘s band, touring, recording and writing two of Stewart‘s biggest hits, “Do Ya Think I‘m […]
6/24/2024 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 15 seconds
WOW! Legendary Guitarist Pat Travers Shares Some KISS Stories and a LOT More!
Episode 578. Another Mark fan boy episode this week! Guitarist Pat Travers sits down with us this week. Yes Pat does have some KISS stories to share, talks about Doc McGhee managing his career even lets us in on the one song he wishes he had recorded and why! Pat talks about working with Carmine […]
6/17/2024 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 45 seconds
It’s a Trip Down Memory Lane. We Look at a Radio Playlist from 1975! KISS, Elton John, ABBA, Sweet!
Episode 577. We check out a radio station playlist from 1975, wow what a variety of great songs! This is what is called AM Gold. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over 6,000,000 […]
6/10/2024 • 57 minutes, 38 seconds
The History of Ace Frehley’s DeLorean Made Famous in Rock Soldiers
Episode 576. This episode we track down Ace Frehley’s DeLorean that he made famous in the song Rock Soldiers. The DeLorean is fully restored and lives in Florida. Robert Gadocha from ClassicDMC.com is the owner and also a HUGE KISS fan. He says how he found the DeLorean and restoration that went into the vehicle. […]
6/3/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 10 seconds
Ace Frehley Live Album or Cover Album, What Would You Rather Have?
Episode 575. In a recent interview Ace Frehley stated he talked his label out of releasing a live Ace Frehley album and instead talked them into doing a third Origins cover album. So our question to you… what would you rather have, a live Ace Frehley album or another album of cover songs? Read: https://guitar.com/news/music-news/ace-frehley-talked-label-out-of-doing-live-album/ […]
5/27/2024 • 51 minutes, 24 seconds
Some of the Crazy Things People are Googling About KISS! Are They a Christian Band? Really!
Episode 574. In this episode we take a look at some of things people are Googling about KISS. Is the band KISS… Is Gene Simmons… Why does the band KISS… We end up discussing what to expect from KISS in 2024 and why it will probably be a very quiet year for KISS. Forget the […]
5/20/2024 • 45 minutes, 6 seconds
Ace Frehley and Gene Simmons’ Solo Set Lists Whose is Better?
Episode 573. This week we go off track before even getting to our topic. But, we end up talking about Ace Frehley’s new set list for his solo shows and frankly how disappointing it is. We then move into Gene Simmons solo set list. Then we share our thoughts on the new Motley Crue single. […]
5/6/2024 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 49 seconds
The Story Behind the Birth and Death of the KISS Kasket and KLOL Houston Radio Station
Episode 572. Pat Fant joins us to discuss how he created the KISS Kasket and what happened to the Kasket. Pat also talks about his new documentary Runaway Radio about his time leading the radio station KLOL in Houston, TX. We talk about the state of radio and the changes that have occurred in radio. […]
4/29/2024 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 50 seconds
Oh You Don’t Like That We Like Ace Frehley 10,000 Volts? Why Should We Care What You Think?
Episode 571. One email is the focus of this week’s episode, see below. Why does anyone care what someone else likes or doesn’t like? Why do you attack people with different views? Why would you think you are going to change the minds of anyone with a message like this? Forget the haters, we won! […]
4/22/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 6 seconds
We Find Out What Is It Like to Catch Your Hair on Fire
Episode 570. Guests are Tim Kletti of Arch Allies, Michael Schneider of Hairball and Dave Moody of Hairball. Four friends sit down and talk about the magic of KISS. We also talk about Dave’s hair starting on fire when he was dressed up like Gene Simmons, the music industry and insight from 50 years of […]
4/15/2024 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 44 seconds
Another Box of KISS Krap is Opened, We Find VHS Tapes and Something That Blows Up
Episode 569. Another long unopened box of KISS stuff today, what do we find? Some more “action figures”, a blow up KISS chair and a bunch of KISS VHS tapes… some original commercial tapes such as KISS Meets the Phantom and Animalize Live Uncensored and some white label promotional video tapes. We also find a […]
4/8/2024 • 51 minutes, 52 seconds
Why Do KISS and Aerosmith Have Similar Merchandise?
Episode 568. Mark asks an interesting question… how come Aerosmith and KISS have similar merchandise? Is Aerosmith copying KISS? No, the truth is both bands are with the same merchandise company, Bravado. We spend time talking about how merchandise companies will use the same merchandise ideas across many bands. Forget the haters, we won! Press […]
4/1/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 23 seconds
Lisa Reviews the New KISS Makeup Kit, Impressive and You Ask Us the Questions this Week
Episode 567. Before heading to court, Lisa joins us to review the new Glamlite KISS Makeup and wow, pretty impressive! After her quick review we do a Hit and Run show, you ask us the questions and we answer them. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching […]
3/25/2024 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 28 seconds
Uffda! The $900 Creatures of the Night Box Set… Why? What Are They Thinking?
Episode 566. Uffda, $900 for the vinyl edition of the Creatures of the Night box set! What are they thinking? Were they even thinking? This new edition has EXACTLY the same content as the previous box set, but instead of CDs it comes on vinyl. And they think we are just going to open up […]
3/18/2024 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 27 seconds
Mark Cicchini is Not Silent this Week, He Reviews Ace Frehley 10,000 Volts
Episode 565. Mark Cicchini is not silent this week! He pulls out his notes and give us his review of the new Ace Frehley album 10,000 Volts. Michael adds a little and Tommy takes a nap. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides […]
3/4/2024 • 2 hours, 6 minutes, 53 seconds
Ace Frehley 10,000 Volts Who Played On The Album, Who Wrote The Songs?
Episode 564. Steve Brown and Joey Cassata join us to talk about the new Ace Frehley album 10,000 Volts. So much discussed about how this new album happened and who was involved. What were the two things Ace insisted be on the album? Were other cover tunes discussed? Who wrote the songs? Who played on […]
2/26/2024 • 1 hour, 31 minutes, 17 seconds
WOW! We Find Some Incredible KISS Merchandise from the 70s in a Moving Box!
Episode 563. This week is another trip into Michael’s garage to open a box of KISS stuff that has been in storage for decades… what do we find? This week it is a nice little goldmine as we find the original KISS Viewmaster reels, some unopened series one and two KISS trading cards and a […]
2/19/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 51 seconds
What Do Musicians Think of Avatars, Holograms, Tribute Bands and Backing Tracks Hatebreed Joins Us
Episode 562. We are joined by Frank Novinec and Wayne Lozinak from Hatebreed, both a HUGE KISS fans. We try to dig into their minds and what do they as musicians think about avatars, holograms, tribute bands and backing tracks. Would they turn Hatebreed into avatars? Really amazing discussion where we learn what professional musicians […]
2/12/2024 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 4 seconds
The 50 Biggest KISS Events, Do You Agree?
Episode 561. Martin Popoff joins to discuss his book KISS At 50. This richly illustrated book pays tribute to the band on the occasion of their 50th anniversary by curating and examining the 50 most significant milestones. We discuss a number of milestones Martin selected. Do you agree with Martin’s picks? Purchase: https://www.amazon.com/Kiss-at-50-Martin-Popoff/dp/0760381828 Forget the […]
2/5/2024 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 47 seconds
Are These Really the Worst Business Decisions KISS Has Ever Made?
Episode 560. Julian Gill is back this week as we discuss a poll from the KISSfaq message board about the worst business decision KISS has made in their career. Frankly most of the examples listed in the poll aren’t even business decisions and they also made money for the made… so how can that be […]
1/29/2024 • 2 hours, 7 minutes, 20 seconds
We Find a Bunch of KISS Lunch Boxes in a Storage Box Including a Mint Original Lunch Box
Episode 559. No Mark this week so Mike and Tommy dive into another moving box filled with KISS stuff. This week we find a bunch of KISS lunch boxes along with a mint condition original KISS lunch with thermos. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in […]
1/22/2024 • 41 minutes, 5 seconds
Michael Opens Another Box of KISS Collectibles AND Mark Opens Two Boxes of His Own
Episode 558. We open another box of KISS collectibles that has been in storage for decades… what do we find? Some original items from the 70s and some one of a kind, personal items from the band. Mark also breaks down and opens two of his own boxes to show us some of his collectibles. […]
1/15/2024 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 45 seconds
Approaching the Song List for a Tribute CD vs a Tribute Band Show with Buffalo Rock City
Episode 557. John Jeffrey from Buffalo Rock City is back to talk about his new KISS tribute CD. We also talk about how as a member of a KISS tribute band he approaches picking the setlist for a live show vs picking the song list for a tribute CD. Forget the haters, we won! Press […]
1/8/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 8 seconds
“God We’re F**king Legends.” – Mark Cicchini
Episode 556. Tommy, Mark and Lisa talk about attending Eddie Trunk’s 40th anniversary party in Las Vegas. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over 6,000,000 times. Three Sides of the Coin has been […]
12/25/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 46 seconds
The KISS Avatars, Our Reactions… Don’t Bet Against KISS!
Episode 555. There simply is not a lot that we know about the avatars, but we talk about how we felt the moment they were revealed at the last KISS show. We speculate on the future of the avatars. What could be exciting about the avatars. Who the avatars are really for. Forget the haters, […]
12/18/2023 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 47 seconds
KISS The End of the Road Final Show December 2, 2023 Madison Square Garden our Review and Discussion
Episode 554. This is it! The Three Sides of the Coin KISS End of the Road Final Show review and discussion! This episode focuses only on the final show and not the New Era of KISS introduction, that will be in the next show. Tommy, Mark and Lisa were in NYC for the show, Michael […]
12/6/2023 • 1 hour, 38 minutes, 25 seconds
Craig Gass Is Back and He is BEGGING You to Please Come to His Comedy Shows in NYC
Episode 553. Craig Gass is back reminding everyone of his upcoming shows in NYC just before and just after the final two KISS shows at Madison Square Garden. You can get info on these shows at GetGass.com. Besides more of his great impressions of Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, Craig shares stories about Adam Sandler […]
11/27/2023 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 10 seconds
Dave Ellefson “Peter Criss is Unequaled, He Set the Bar All Drum Solos are Measured Against
Episode 552. Dave Ellefson, former bass player of Megadeth, joins us this week to take about his love for KISS and growing up a KISS in Minnesota. From humble farm roots in rural Minnesota, David Ellefson has come a long way, literally and figuratively, to conquering stages around the World as bassist of thrash metal […]
11/20/2023 • 2 hours, 3 minutes, 42 seconds
Producer Tom Werman on Working with Cheap Trick, Motley Crue, Twisted Sister and More!
Episode 551. Fascinating interview this week with legendary producer Tom Werman. Tom starts by taking us back to working with Wicked Lester and then the performance when KISS auditioned for Epic Records and what his bosses response was. We then move on to many of the bands he produced, hearing some amazing stories! As an […]
11/13/2023 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 13 seconds
For the 1st Time in Over 20 Years, Listen to the 1999 Bruce Fairbairn Interview
Episode 550. In February 1999 while running KISSONLINE.com Michael Brandvold interviewed producer Bruce Fairbairn about his work on KISS Psycho Circus. The entire interview was at one time available on KISSONLINE, but has long since been deleted. Michael wasn’t sure he still had the original interview. How appropriate that shortly after the 25th anniversary of […]
11/6/2023 • 2 hours, 38 minutes, 2 seconds
Craig Gass and His Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley Impressions
Episode 549. It is always a blast when comedian Craig Gass joins us, we are treated to a free Craig Gass performance. Craig talks about his upcoming very special KISS themed comedy shows. You can get info on these shows at GetGass.com. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com […]
10/30/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 22 seconds
Roger Earl Legendary FOGHAT Drummer Joins to Talk the New Album Sonic Mojo and More!
Episode 548. What a honor to have legendary drummer Roger Earl, from Foghat, join us this week. Mark is in full fan boy mode by the way. Roger talks about the new Foghat album Sonic Mojo that releases November 10th, he talks drumming and drummers, he talks about some of the classic Foghat albums and […]
10/23/2023 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 1 second
We Open Up Another Box of Michael’s KISS Stuff That Has Been In Storage for Decades
Episode 547. There has been so much love for the episodes where we open up Michael’s boxes of collectibles that we continue. This week Michael randomly picks another box from the garage and opens it up and goes through everything that is inside… sort of a KISS grab bag. What do we find! Forget the […]
10/16/2023 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 12 seconds
Discovering a Long Forgotten Piece of KISS Artwork from 1978
Episode 546. Tommy Sommers shares an amazing story of how he just by chance discovered some KISS artwork he drew in 1978 at a local collectibles store. He shares that he drew this art to promote a KISS “concert” he and some friends were putting on in their neighborhood. The memories, the experiences, the happiness […]
10/9/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes
A Storage Tub Filled with KISS Audio Tapes, What Do We Find Inside?
Episode 545. Another fun episode… this week Michael opens up a storage tub that is filled with cassette from over years. What is inside? We find out… bootleg shows, demos, advance tapes, interviews… so much stuff! Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides […]
10/2/2023 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 49 seconds
KISS Have Released a Number of Albums in September and We Share our Memories of Buying Those Albums
Episode 544. Why is September such a popular month for releasing albums? We share our various memories of buying new KISS albums in September, including Lick It Up which is celebrating its 40th anniversary and the KISS Solo albums which are celebrating 45 years. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold […]
9/25/2023 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 19 seconds
Part 2, We Go Back Inside the KISS Footlocker for the Entire Show!
Episode 543. This week is part two of Michael’s KISS footlocker. We spend the entire episode looking at the many KISS items found in the footlocker, sharing stories of the items. We start off with Chris Lendt’s letter that was a reply to Michael’s inquiry about a job with KISS. We also find the original […]
9/18/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 36 seconds
Micheal’s KISS Foot Locker Hasn’t Been Opened in Nearly 15 Years, What is Inside?
Episode 542. This week Michael opens his KISS foot locker for the first time in nearly 15 years. What is inside? Anything exciting or is just filled with KISS Krap? Is this another Capone’s vault? Watch and find out! We only get through maybe half of the contents. Hint… we find some pretty interesting things! […]
9/11/2023 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 19 seconds
MASS KISSTERIA a Book that Looks into KISS During the Crazy Years of Change, 1980 and 1981
Episode 541. Julian Gill from KISSFAQ.com is back and talking about his latest book MASS KISSTERIA WORLD TOUR 1980-1981. These couple years were filled with so much change and turmoil for KISS. Peter Criss is no longer in the band, the music has become very pop influenced, support in America was almost non-existent. How did […]
9/4/2023 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 46 seconds
The Demons of Rock – Over 1700 KISS Magazine Covers
Episode 540. Alain Bellicha and Per Strid, authors of The Demons of Rock Volume 4 join to discuss the work behind their new book which catalog 1700 KISS covers from 46 countries around the world. What countries are in volume 4, what defines a KISS cover, how they tracked down all these covers and how […]
8/28/2023 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 4 seconds
Lisa Is Back and Joins Us in a Bikini, Poolside in Las Vegas
Episode 539. No Mark this week, but Lisa is back! And, she is poolside in Las Vegas for this entire episode. Not really sure what we talked about this week! Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed […]
8/21/2023 • 56 minutes, 55 seconds
What Did DJ Doug Podell Say to Ace Frehley During a Psycho Circus Interview?
Episode 538. Legendary DJ Doug Podell joins us this week. Doug shares some great KISS stories including, seeing the band for the first time in 1974 having never heard of them before the show. He also has such an incredible story of being flown to LA to record the Psycho Circus radio premiere with the […]
8/14/2023 • 2 hours, 6 seconds
Does Mark Cicchini Have Issues Because He Is Such a Big KISS Collector
Episode 537. A thread in the KISSFAQ message board was asking if big KISS collectors have mental issues, they discuss Mark Cicchini and debate if he has issues. We discuss KISS collecting and collecting in general. Is there anything wrong with collecting? Are the people pointing fingers at and questioning fans who collect the ones […]
8/7/2023 • 58 minutes, 30 seconds
What If Gene Simmons Quits KISS in the 80s. What Does Paul Stanley Do?
Episode 536. What if Gene Simmons movie career exploded. What if he quit KISS to pursue movies full time. What would Paul Stanley do? Would he continue under the name KISS? Would he continue as a solo artist? What sort of musicians would he work with? Would he continue with Bruce Kulick? Forget the haters, […]
7/24/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 58 seconds
What Would KISS Be Like if New York Dolls and Alice Cooper Didn’t Exist?
Episode 535. A lot of What If this week… what is Jimmy Page joined KISS? Would he wear Ace Frehley’s makeup? What if New York Dolls didn’t exist? What if Alice Cooper didn’t exist… what would KISS be like without their influence? This leads us into a lot of music discussion by bands such as… […]
7/17/2023 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 59 seconds
Wesley Eure, Will on LAND OF THE LOST Takes Us Back to Saturday Mornings
Episode 534. We are like kids on a Saturday morning with a bowl of cereal as we talk with Wesley Eure who played Will on the original LAND OF THE LOST! Visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/120883895197744/ Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin […]
7/3/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 26 seconds
If You Could Be a Fly on the Wall at any KISS Moment, What Would it Be?
Episode 533. A fun roundtable discussion that you can join… if you could be a fly on the wall at any moment in Kisstory, what would it be? Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened […]
6/26/2023 • 46 minutes, 37 seconds
We Discuss YOUR Comments About KISS This Week and Lots to Say!
Episode 532. This week we kind of turn the show over to you. We go deep into commenting on your comments from past shows. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over 6,000,000 times. […]
6/19/2023 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 17 seconds
The Top 20 and the Bottom 20 KISS Songs on Spotify
Episode 531. Taking a lead from lasts week’s RIAA show, this week we look at the top 20 most played KISS songs on Spotify as well as the bottom 20 songs. Some interesting observations. We also educate Mark on how Spotify works. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com […]
6/12/2023 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 27 seconds
Why Isn’t KISS Recertifying Their Catalog with the RIAA?
Episode 530. Martin Popoff returns to discuss RIAA awards and certification. We ask the question, why hasn’t KISS recertified their catalog… clearly it would seem a number of their albums have sold more than what the RIAA claims. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 […]
6/5/2023 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 34 seconds
Bob Halligan Jr. On Writing READ MY BODY with Paul Stanley. Did He Also Mention Tone Loc?
Episode 529. Bob Halligan Jr. joins us this week to discuss his songwriting with KISS… from Hot In The Shade, Read My Body and Rise To It. Bob mentions how at one point KISS were thinking about having Tone Loc rap on Read My Body. Bob talks about how Michael Bolton gave Paul Stanley a […]
5/29/2023 • 1 hour, 48 minutes, 17 seconds
Should The 100 Greatest Heavy Metal Songs Include Rock N Roll All Nite by KISS
Episode 528. Author Greg Prato returns as we discuss his new ebook The 100 Greatest Song of Heavy Metal. First thing we dive into is where did KISS land with their two songs that made the list and should Rock N Roll All Nite be on the list? We debate what is heavy metal. Then […]
5/22/2023 • 1 hour, 48 minutes, 57 seconds
Stevie Dacanay from Buckcherry Talks Life on the Road and Guitar Gear
Episode 527. On this week’s episode we are joined by incredible guitarist Stevie Dacaney from Buckcherry. We discuss life on the road, songwriting and guitar gear in rock’n’roll! Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened […]
5/15/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 12 seconds
Fans Have Had Enough with Drama and Controversy It’s About the Music
Episode 526. Enough! Paul Stanley vs Ace Frehley. Motley Crue vs Mick Mars. Controversial comments by Paul Stanley. We have all seen it with so many bands. Drama! It is getting old and tired and we don’t care about it. We got into rock n roll and KISS because of the music, not because of […]
5/8/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 58 seconds
What Is It Like Doing Individual Meet & Greets with Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley & Tommy Thayer
Episode 525. Larry Basham returns to share his stories about doing Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley and Tommy Thayer individual stage played instrument meet and greets at one show. What a dream! What a experience! How do these meet and greets work, what happens during them and a couple tips to help you if you decide […]
5/1/2023 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 5 seconds
Snake from Skid Row Shares His Love of KISS and Paul Stanley’s Word of the Day
Episode 524. Dave “Snake” Sabo from Skid Row joins this week. We start off by talking about Snake’s love for KISS and their influence on him as a musician. Snake reveals something we had never heard before, on the Farewell Tour before each show Skid Row would give Paul Stanley a word of the day […]
4/24/2023 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 40 seconds
Kip Winger Talks KISS, Classical Music, Backing Tracks and Band Drama
Episode 523. Kip Winger joins us this week. Kip talks about touring with KISS on the Hot In The Shade tour. He talks about how he made the move to classical music and his career in classical music. We talk about the drama going in with other bands, such as Motley Crue. He shares his […]
4/17/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 12 seconds
Review of the New Live KISS Album with Eric Carr and Mark St. John
Episode 522. In this episode Tommy and Mark sit down and review the new KISS Off The Soundboard Poughkeepsie live album from the Animalize tour, featuring Eric Carr and Mark St. John. What an incredible piece of history! They also talk about the Ace Frehley vs. Paul Stanley drama. Forget the haters, we won! Press […]
4/12/2023 • 53 minutes, 19 seconds
Songwriter Holly Knight Talks About Writing and Playing with KISS
Episode 521. We are joined by 2013 Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee Holly Knight. Holly joins to talk about recording all the keyboards on KISS Unmasked, working with Paul Stanley on the Hot In The Shade single Hide Your Heart and the tracks Raise Your Glasses and I Pledge Allegiance to the State of Rock […]
4/10/2023 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 47 seconds
Timothy Bogart and Joyce Biawitz Share Stories About KISS and Spinning Gold
Episode 520. As we sat down to interview Timothy Bogart, son of Neil Bogart and write and director of the movie Spinning Gold, Tim asked if we would want to have Joyce Biawitz, his step-mother and Neil Bogart’s second wife, join the interview. Now if you know your Kisstory you will also know that Joyce […]
3/27/2023 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 38 seconds
Paul Stanley Contacts Us, Bob Kulick Did Not Play on KISS Alive!
Episode 519. This week we hear from Paul Stanley who tells us Bob Kulick did not play on KISS Alive! If you missed what this is about go back and listen to episode 518. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the […]
3/20/2023 • 41 minutes, 1 second
Ep 518 : Engineer Confirms, Bob Kulick Played on KISS Alive!
Episode 518. Frankie D’Augusta joins us this week. Frankie as an engineer worked on the debut KISS album, Dressed To Kill and KISS Alive! In conversation Frankie reveals that Bob Kulick did record on KISS Alive!, adding overdubs or drop ins. WHAT!!! Frankie also shares stories about John Lennon, Peter Frampton, Keith Richards and Mick […]
3/13/2023 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 38 seconds
Ep 517 : Did KISS Really Just Announce Their Final Shows Ever? What Do We Think?
Episode 517. On the Howard Stern Show KISS announced the final two shows of The End of the Road Tour on 12/1 and 12/2. “The absolute final shows of our final tour, THE END OF THE ROAD TOUR, will kick off this October and culminate in a massive show in the city where it all […]
3/6/2023 • 1 hour, 42 seconds
Ep 516 : While Michael is Puking in Disneyland the Show Goes on and Answers Your KISS Questions
Episode 516. This week you ask the questions about KISS… such as KISSology 4, the remaster series from 1996, bootlegs, record store day and a lot more! Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to […]
2/27/2023 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 23 seconds
Ep 515 : Over 10 of The Biggest Fails in KISSstory
Episode 515. This week we discuss what we think are some of the biggest fails during KISS’ career. Creating new makeup for Eric Carr and Vinnie Vincent. KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park. The Crazy Nights tour. Trying to get new guitarists that shred. Music From The Elder. Carnival of Souls. The Spider stage. […]
2/20/2023 • 1 hour, 57 minutes, 46 seconds
Ep 514 : What Are Differences Between Interviewing Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley?
Episode 514. Andrew Daly joins us to discuss his two new interviews with Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley for issue 36 of Rock Candy Magazine. How did the interviews come together, how did he prepare for them, what is the difference between interviewing Gene and Paul. We talk about the journalists vs churnalists. We end […]
2/13/2023 • 2 hours, 4 minutes, 1 second
Michael Frondelli Takes Us Into Electric Lady Studios, Working with Eddie Kramer and KISS
Episode 513. Today’s guest is Michael Frondelli… he goes back as far as the first Neil Bogart KISS press showcase introductions at the NFE Theater, the old Fillmore East, with Bill Aucoin and Sean Delaney. Then working later at Electric Lady with Eddie Kramer. Michael shares many early stories related to KISS, as well as stories about many […]
2/6/2023 • 2 hours, 16 minutes, 7 seconds
Ep 512 : Vinnie Vincent Is Trying to Sell Memorabilia for CRAZY Prices!
Episode 512. Vinnie Vincent recently held a private event for a small number of fans and as part of the event he was selling some of his personal collectibles… for incredibly HIGH prices. Prices that are just CRAZY! We discuss just some of the prices, like a guitar pick from the Rio Creatures of the […]
1/30/2023 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 41 seconds
Ep 511 : Stories Working for Aucoin Mgmt and the KISS Army from 1979 – 1982
Episode 511. Mark Brotter’s history includes working at Aucoin Management for 3 yrs, Boutwell/Kiss Army Warehouse for their last year. He was at Aucoin from ‘79 thru ‘82 post Dynasty, Unmasked, The Elder! At the time they they were holding auditions for drummers/Eric stepping in. He was also in charge of auditions there for Billy […]
1/23/2023 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 1 second
Ep 510 : We Reveal the Test Print of the Very First Shirt to Feature KISS Out of Makeup
Episode 510. Wow! What a great discussion this week! We are joined by Frank Vacanti. Frank has designed KISS tour merchandise for decades, going back to the 70s and all the way through the 2000s. Frank shares what he remembers when he was told KISS was removing their makeup and that he needs to design […]
1/16/2023 • 2 hours, 15 minutes, 13 seconds
Ep 509 : Buckcherry and Jetboy Guitarist Billy Rowe on New Buckcherry and Jetboy Albums
Episode 509. Billy Rowe joins us to talk about the new albums from both Buckcherry and Jetboy that are now finished and ready to be released. Billy shares his review of performing on the KISS Kruise with Buckcherry. Billy also talks about his business Rock N Roll Relics that does custom work on guitars for […]
1/9/2023 • 1 hour, 50 minutes, 34 seconds
Ep 508 : Ron Young on Backing Tracks and Touring with KISS on Hot In The Shade Tour
Episode 508. Little Caesar lead vocalist Ron Young joins us this week to discuss his new autobiography “Judge This Book By Its Cover”. He talks about how Little Caesar had everything going for it, signed to Geffen Records, debut album produced by Rob Rock, working with John Kalodner and Jimmy Iovine… and how everything went […]
12/26/2022 • 2 hours, 9 minutes, 52 seconds
Ep 507 : You Ask Us The Questions in Another Hit N Run Episode
Episode 507. Michael is under the weather this week so you get Tommy, Mark and Lisa and this week you ask us the questions in another Hit N Run episode. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed […]
12/19/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 6 seconds
Ep 506 : Who Is Awarded Official RIAA Awards? Why Is Eric Carr Getting Awards for Albums He Didn’t Play On?
Episode 506. This week we celebrate 10 years of Three Sides of the Coin. We have been getting together every week for 10 years to talk about KISS. In a spontaneous discussion, today we talk about RIAA awards. How are RIAA awards awarded? Who gets them? How come Eric Carr is getting awards for KISS […]
12/12/2022 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 33 seconds
Ep 505 : What We Love and What We Have a Problem With, the New Creatures of the Night Box Set
Episode 505. After ten days of touring around the country, Michael’s Creatures of the Night box set finally arrived. We update you on the absolute crazy and ridiculous email communications from KISSonline, who are COMPLETELY responsible for this. But, we quickly move to talking about the box set. What we love and yes, even what […]
12/5/2022 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 54 seconds
Ep 504 : The Story About the Lost 1970s Authorized KISS Biography
Episode 504. This episode is a rock n roll geeks dream! We are joined by author David Leaf who discusses his 1970s authorized KISS biography that was written and then shelved. Only to reappear decades later as part of the KISS: Behind the Mask – The Official Authorized Biography. Why was his original book shelved […]
11/28/2022 • 2 hours, 15 minutes, 27 seconds
Ep 503 : Our Memories of Being a KISS Fan and What Takes You Back as a Fan
Episode 503. Rejoice! No Michael this week, LOL. Tommy, Mark and Lisa this week discuss their memories of being a kiss fan, what takes you back as a fan. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or […]
11/21/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 33 seconds
Ep 502 : Mark Cicchini Reviews KISS Kruise XI, Is It One of the Best Kruises Ever
Episode 502. Mark Cicchini is back and gives us his review of KISS Kruise XI. The KISS shows, the other bands he saw and just how does this Kruise rank against all other Kruises. Plus, Mark lets us know if he is going on Kruise XII in 2024. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests […]
11/14/2022 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 34 seconds
Why Do Some Fans Constantly Complain About Set Lists, Band Members, Stage Shows
Episode 501. Ralph Viera joins us as we talk about some of the fans and their constant complaining about setlists, stage shows, original band members. Why do they do it? What are they hoping will happen? Now that W.A.S.P. started their tour some of their fans are now complaining as bad as KISS fans like […]
11/7/2022 • 1 hour, 59 minutes, 43 seconds
Ep. 500 We Celebrate Our 500th Show By Looking Back at How It Started and Our Memories
Episode 500. Forget the haters, we won! This week we celebrate the 500th episode of Three Sides of the Coin by looking back at how it all started. Why we did this and some of favorite memories. Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has […]
10/31/2022 • 1 hour, 57 minutes, 7 seconds
Ep. 499 Never Heard Stories About Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Peter Criss, Vinnie Vincent, Bruce Kulick
Episode 499. Mitch Weissman joins us to share his MANY KISS stories. When KISS were rehearsing next to Beatlemania. How does writing with Gene Simmons differ from writing with Paul Stanley? The challenges of being friends with both Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley. Meeting Vinnie Vincent for the first time. How Paul Stanley asked Mitch […]
10/24/2022 • 1 hour, 41 minutes, 57 seconds
Ep. 498 Seeing KISS Film the Live Concert at Magic Mountain
Episode 498, October 11, 2022 We are joined by the entire team from MoneyBag Sodas, Paul Janik, John Janik, Chris Haick, and Larry Basham from Hammock Cove in Antigua. We quickly discover that Larry attended the KISS filming at Magic Mountain for KISS Meets The Phantom when he was only seven years old. Larry shares […]
10/10/2022 • 1 hour, 35 minutes, 47 seconds
Ep. 497 The History of the Legendary M-M-M-M METALSHOP Radio Show with Charlie Kendall
Episode 497, October 4, 2022 Wow! What a great conversation and trip down memory lane. This week we are joined by Charlie Kendall, the man and the voice behind the classic metal show METALSHOP! How was METALSHOP started? What happened to all the METALSHOP show assets that were owned by iHeartMedia? Charlie is a legend […]
10/3/2022 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 8 seconds
Ep. 496 ACCEPT Tours the US for the First Time in 10 Years and We Talk About KISS
Episode 496, September 27, 2022 Christopher Williams and Philip Shouse from ACCEPT join us to talk about the upcoming ACCEPT US tour, the bands first US tour in 10 years. We talk about changes in ACCEPT now that they band has three guitars and six band members. Christopher and Philip are also big KISS fans […]
9/26/2022 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 35 seconds
Ep. 495 KISS Off The Soundboard Des Moines, IA 1977 – We Review It and You Want To Buy This One
September 20, 2022 We discuss the new KISS Off The Soundboard release Des Moines, IA 1977. Is this the best Off The Soundboard release? What makes this release special? Should you buy it? Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin […]
9/19/2022 • 56 minutes, 22 seconds
Ep. 494 Blackie Lawless On Ace Frehley and the Upcoming W.A.S.P. World Tour
Episode 494, September 13, 2022 Blackie Lawless from W.A.S.P. joins Three Sides of the Coin this week… and Mark is NOT here to go fanboy. Blackie Lawless talks about his friendship with Ace Frehley… when they first met, did Ace Frehley produce early W.A.S.P. demos, inviting Ace Frehley and Bill Aucoin to a early W.A.S.P. […]
9/12/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 14 seconds
Ep. 493 Aerosmith, Audio & Video Hoarders, the KISS Leaks and the Magic Book with Julian Gill
Episode 493, September 6, 2022 For the first time, Julian Gill from KISSFAQ and the KISSFAQ podcast joins Three Sides of the Coin. Topics discussed include: Ros Radley and his MAGIC book, the infamous KISS audio and video leaks, hoarders and why they collect are they elitist why hoarders don’t have to release what they […]
9/5/2022 • 2 hours, 35 minutes, 29 seconds
Ep. 492 Stop Your Crying! Copyrights and Posting Videos & Creating Bootleg Shirts
Episode 492, August 30, 2022 Oh yeah we are sure somebody is going to get pissed with what we say this week, but they are just afraid of a little education. Copyrights and posting video. Copyrights and selling bootleg shirts. You can’t cry when you get your hand slapped for using copyrighted material that you […]
8/29/2022 • 1 hour, 29 minutes, 44 seconds
Ep. 491 Kruise Fest, Vinnie Vincent and KISS Audio and Video Leaks
Episode 491, August 23, 2022 Kruise Fest is an annual two-day Rock Festival leading up to the infamous KISS Kruise. Kruise Fest features Live music, VIP experiences, and more! Kruise Fest is 100% fan fun, Kruise Fest is brought to you by: Joe D’Angelo and his wife Patrice, and a team of die-hard KISS fans […]
8/22/2022 • 2 hours, 1 minute, 30 seconds
Ep. 490 This Week It’s Cheap Trick! Who Caught Their Mom and Dad Rolling on the Couch?
Episode 490, August 16, 2022 Author Brian Kramp joins us to discuss his book “This Band Has No Past: How Cheap Trick Became Cheap Trick”. This Band Has No Past tells the story of a bar band from the Midwest—the best and weirdest bar band in the Midwest— and how they doggedly pursued a most […]
8/15/2022 • 1 hour, 53 minutes, 58 seconds
Ep. 489 Will the KISS End Of The Road Tour Become the 50th Anniversary Tour
Episode 489, August 9, 2022 Lisa starts off the show sharing a hilarious story about her “flashing” everyone at the lake with “the hairy”. Since we have no guest this week the conversation lands on the topic of 100 additional End Of The Road tour dates being mentioned by Gene Simmons. We ask the question… […]
8/8/2022 • 1 hour, 49 seconds
Ep. 488 I Was There at the KISS K-SHE Kite Fly Show in 1974
Jul 30, 2022 Episode 488, August 2, 2022 We are joined by Doc Rivers who back in March of 1974 first saw KISS perform at the K-SHE Kite Fly in St. Louis, MO. Keep in mind this performance was just a month after the debut album was released. Doc talks about attending the show with […]
8/1/2022 • 1 hour, 44 minutes, 43 seconds
Ep. 487 Creem Magazine is Back and So is the Attitude
Episode 487, July 26, 2022 Creem Magazine is back and we are joined by the Chairman of Creem Magazine JJ Kramer and the Executive Editor of Creem Magazine Dan Morrissey. Creem Magazine has a very respected history of rock journalism and we find out if the NEW Creem Magazine will continue with the same tone […]
7/25/2022 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 45 seconds
Ep. 486 Five Overlooked KISS Songs with Author Greg Prato
Episode 486, July 12, 2022 Greg Prato returns this week to join a discussion center around his recent article Five Overlooked KISS Album Tracks. We discuss each of the tracks Greg selected and we talk about other tracks that overlooked. You can play along this week, what are your five overlooked KISS songs? Read https://www.allmusic.com/blog/post/five-overlooked-kiss-album-tracks […]
7/11/2022 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 20 seconds
Ep. 485 Did Your Parents Support Your Love of KISS?
Episode 485, July 5, 2022 No Tool, No Problem. Yep… no Mike this week, it’s just Tommy, Mark and Lisa. This weeks the discussion centers around parents… did our parents support our love of KISS. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of […]
7/4/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 7 seconds
Ep. 484 Celebrate the Bonds and Connections KISS Has Created in Our Lives
Episode 484, June 28, 2022 This week we share a very touching letter we received from one of our listeners, Brian. The letter is about Kendall, Brian’s brother-in-law and KISS brother, and the loss of Kendall to cancer. Brian shares how the bond over KISS created a special relationship with Kendall. “In my life, family […]
6/27/2022 • 45 minutes, 42 seconds
Ep. 483 Izzy Presley Reviews the Gene Simmons KISS World Museum Sneak Preview Opening in Las Vegas
Episode 483, June 21, 2022 Izzy joins us this week to offer his review of the Gene Simmons KISS World Museum sneak preview that he attended. Is this something KISS fans will love? What sort of KISS items are on display in the museum? What is the one item that disappointed Izzy? Gene Simmons KISS […]
6/20/2022 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 43 seconds
Ep. 482 We React to Creem Magazine’s 1980 Review of KISS UNMASKED
Episode 482, June 14, 2022 This week we read and react to Creem Magazine’s 1980 review of KISS UNMASKED. This review really takes you back to a time where KISS was about as far out of fashion as possible. If you weren’t a fan in 1980 we really dig into what it was like, what […]
6/13/2022 • 1 hour, 36 minutes, 40 seconds
Ep. 481 Brynn from Flipp Joins and Lisa Reviews and We Comment on Creatures Fest
Episode 481, June 7, 2022 Five sides of the coin this week as Brynn Arens from Flipp joins the entire crew to discuss the new Flipp album Too Dumb To Quit, and… joins us as Lisa shares her review, comments and observations of Creatures Fest. We all have many questions for Lisa about what happened […]
6/6/2022 • 1 hour, 59 minutes, 6 seconds
Marc Storace Lead Singer of KROKUS Talks Touring with KISS and His New Solo Band STORACE
Episode 480, May 31, 2022 Marc Storace the lead singer from Krokus joins us this week. Marc shares stories of Krokus opening for KISS on the Animalize tour. We discuss Krokus albums, music videos, Krokus being referred to as the Swiss KISS and Marc’s new solo project STORACE. Visit https://www.storace.ch Forget the haters, we won! […]
5/30/2022 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 45 seconds
Ep. 479 Mark and Tommy Report Back on Recent KISS Shows They Attended
Episode 479, May 24, 2022 Mark Cicchini and Tommy Sommers talk about the rescheduled shows in the US they recently attended. Discussed the different stage that is being used. Tommy also shares a conversation he had with Paul Stanley backstage about out recent Larry Mazer episode. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact […]
5/23/2022 • 1 hour, 13 minutes
Ep. 478 Gil Moore from Triumph Talks The Rock & Roll Machine Documentary
Episode 478, May 17, 2022 This week we are honored to be joined by Gil Moore from Triumph. Mark Cicchini talks with Gil about Triumph’s history, their albums, KISS’ influence on the Triumph show and the new Triumph documentary Rock & Roll Machine. Plus Mark throws in some incredible “fanboy” moments! Download Triumph’s Rock & […]
5/16/2022 • 1 hour, 32 minutes, 24 seconds
Ep. 477 Alexx Michael Returns to Talk Shameless and a Final KISS Album
Episode 477, May 10, 2022 Alexx Michaels returns to premiere the new Shameless video that features Bruce Kulick. Then we have an amazing discussion about a final KISS album… who should produce the album, who should play on the album, songwriting and much more! Visit http://shamelessrock.com Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact […]
5/9/2022 • 2 hours, 11 minutes, 37 seconds
Ep. 476 The Facts About The Rockologists Peter Criss Reissues. They ARE Authorized.
Episode 476, May 3, 2022 Tom Shannon from The Rockologists joins us this week to discuss his Peter Criss solo album vinyl reissues. Tom brings full transparency with him as he opens up about the obstacles and challenges he faced. He clearly outlines why these vinyl reissues are fully authorized and legal. If you ever […]
5/2/2022 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 54 seconds
Ep. 475 Two Listeners Join Us This Week, The Show is About Them
Episode 475, April 26, 2022 This week’s guests are the listeners! We are joined by two of the Three Sides of the Coin listeners who join us at the last minute to discuss… KISS. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the […]
4/25/2022 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 46 seconds
Ep. 474 How Does a Show with Izzy Presley End Up Being So Smart? Alex Kane Does All the Talking!
Episode 474, April 19, 2022 Mark is on vacation, Tommy isn’t feeling well, but we have Lisa joining this week. And of course Izzy isn’t doing anything so he is back, but brings his friend Alex Kane along. Alex has a incredible history… Enuff Z’Nuff, Life Sex & Death, Antiproduct, Starz, Little Caesar, Richie Ramone. […]
4/18/2022 • 1 hour, 42 minutes, 39 seconds
Ep. 473 Larry Mazer Talks Cheap Trick, KISS, Union, Cinderella, Nelson, Whitesnake and More!
Episode 473, April 12, 2022 Larry Mazer is back and he answers your questions… questions about Eric Carr, Cheap Trick, Nelson, Cinderella, Whitesnake and David Coverdale, Heaven’s Edge, Blacked Eyed Susan, the Moscow Music Peace Festival and of course KISS… did you know KISS spoke with A&M Records in the early 90s about a record […]
4/11/2022 • 1 hour, 53 minutes, 42 seconds
Ep. 472 Does KISS Care About Their Fans? Find Out Why We Ask This Question
Episode 472, March 29, 2022 This week we ask the question… Does KISS care anymore? Why would we even think of asking this? With everything that has happened with the KISS 2020 Goodbye Dubai release, the Destroyer Box Set, now the Off The Soundboard and finally the transition of the KISSonline online store we have […]
3/28/2022 • 56 minutes, 26 seconds
Ep. 471 Chris Lendt Returns to Talk Japan 1977, Dynasty, The Elder, Creatures and More!
Episode 471, March 22, 2022 Chris Lendt, former KISS Business Manager, returns this week to continue last week’s discussion about Japan 1977. He shares his thoughts on Bill Aucoin’s quote about the band ending. We continue talking about when Chris first saw cracks within the band. What one mistake did the band make that he […]
3/21/2022 • 1 hour, 19 minutes, 41 seconds
Ep. 470 Elise Krentzel Reveals In 1977 Bill Aucoin Revealed KISS was Finished After One More Album
Episode 470, March 10, 2022 Wow! That’s all we can say about this week’s guest Elise Krentzel! Elise was on of the very few reporters in 1977 that KISS selected to fly with them to Japan and cover the entire tour. Elise just released a book Under My Skin: Drama, Trauma & Rock ‘n’ Roll […]
3/10/2022 • 1 hour, 17 minutes, 24 seconds
Ep. 469 It’s COLD GIN Time Again We Learn All About the New KISS New York Style Cold Gin
Episode 469, March 8, 2022 Andreas Werling from Brands For Fans joins us to talk about the new KISS Cold Gin alcohol and the entire line of KISS branded alcohols. Andreas shares some of the “Easter Eggs” fans can find on the labels. He talks about why KISS changed their about putting the KISS logo […]
3/7/2022 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 45 seconds
Ep. 468 KISS Bootlegs and RUSH Using Backing Tracks
Episode 468, March 1, 2022 Bootlegs are discussed this week and Mark shows his Detroit Creatures of the Night vinyl bootleg set. But… we talk about the crappy audio quality of many of these very expensive bootleg releases. Great packaging, terrible audio. Mark brings up a interesting point… RUSH used backing tracks on tour. Hearing […]
2/28/2022 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 21 seconds
Ep. 467 RIP Big John Harte Memories of Big John and His Last Words to the KISS Army
Episode 467, February 18, 2022 This episode we are joined by Robert Conte, Steve Altman and Rick Stuart to share memories and stories of Big John Harte. Big John Harte was KISS’ infamous bodyguard responsible for keeping the band safe and making sure nobody photographed Gene, Paul, Ace and Peter out of their makeup. John […]
2/18/2022 • 1 hour, 50 minutes, 41 seconds
Ep. 466 Scott Van Zen Talks about Writing with Gene Simmons for Revenge and Carnival Souls
Episode 466, February 15, 2022 Scott Van Zen sits down with us to talk about his songwriting with Gene Simmons for Revenge and Carnival of Souls. Plus his involvement with the recording of Psycho Circus. Scott shares stories about spending time in the studio during the recording of Revenge and his impression of Bob Ezrin. […]
2/14/2022 • 2 hours, 19 minutes, 29 seconds
Ep. 465 Larry Mazer, Former KISS Manager, Sets the Record Straight on Eric Carr’s Passing
Episode 465, February 8, 2022 Larry Mazer, former KISS manager during Hot In The Shade and Revenge, returns for a focused discussion on REVENGE. Larry also clears up all the rumors about what happened between Eric Carr and KISS before his passing. We talk about the REVENGE songs, the REVENGE tour, the support acts on […]
2/7/2022 • 1 hour, 49 minutes, 12 seconds
Ep. 464 Rock Candy Magazine Issue #30 KISS Roundtable Discussing the Best KISS Albums
Episode 464, February 1, 2022 What a treat, the entire unedited Rock Candy Magazine Issue #30 KISS roundtable discussion featuring former KISS manager Larry Mazer, Frank Novinec from Hatebreed, Ross Sampson from Rock Candy, Mark Cicchini and Michael Brandvold from Three Sides of the Coin. The roundtable revolves around discussing the best KISS album and […]
1/31/2022 • 2 hours, 23 minutes, 58 seconds
Ep. 463 The Best and Worst of Makeup and No Makeup, Costumes, Stages and Music Videos
Episode 463, January 25, 2022 Michael and Mark this week talk about the best and worst costumes, stages and music videos from makeup and non-makeup era KISS. Plus what do we think is going to happen with the KISS tour of Australia. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com […]
1/24/2022 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 8 seconds
Ep. 462 New KISS Off The Soundboard, Vinnie Vincent, Judas Priest and Dr. Fukk
Episode 462, January 18, 2022 Dr. Fukk is back! Ralph joins Lisa and Michael to discuss the new Off The Soundboard release, Vinnie Vincent and Creatures Fest and Judas Priest announcing they will tour as a four piece band. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in […]
1/17/2022 • 1 hour, 58 minutes, 4 seconds
Ep. 461 John Downs Talks About Donating His Incredible KISS Collection and We Discuss KISS Memories
Episode 461, January 11, 2022 This episode is exactly why we do this, why we’ve doing this weekly since 2012. Mega KISS collector John Downs joins us to talk about his KISS collection that he recently donated to the University of South Carolina. John talks about the items he donated. His collection includes 26 guitars […]
1/10/2022 • 1 hour, 43 minutes, 36 seconds
Ep. 460 KISS, Looking Back on 2021 and Forward To 2022
Episode 460, December 27, 2021 This week we look back to the good and bad of KISS in 2021 and try to look forward to what might be in store for KISS in 2022. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the […]
12/27/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 46 seconds
Ep. 459 One Month Later We Can Finally Review the KISS Destroyer 45th Anniversary Box Set
Episode 459, December 21, 2021 It only took a month, no thanks to KISSonline, but we can now finally do a full review of the KISS Destroyer 45th Anniversary Box Set. Mark got his box set so we are off to the races now. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold […]
12/20/2021 • 1 hour, 4 minutes
Ep. 458 Bruce Kulick and Todd Kerns Join to Talk About KISS Kruise Shows and Upcoming Las Vegas Show
Episode 458, December 14, 2021 Bruce Kulick and Todd Kerns Join to Talk About KISS Kruise Shows and Upcoming Las Vegas Show. Visit www.BruceKulick.net and www.ToddKerns.com Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over […]
12/13/2021 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 21 seconds
Ep. 457 KISS Destroyer Box Set Thumbs Up or Down? Plus Future Box Sets and SoundBoards
Episode 457, December 7, 2021 We follow up on developments since episode 456. Did we get our KISS Destroyer box sets yet? Mark also updates us on future box sets and Soundboard releases. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin […]
12/6/2021 • 48 minutes, 7 seconds
Ep. 456 Bad Customer Service at KISSONLINE, What Is Going On With the Destroyer Box Set?
Episode 456, November 30, 2021 This week we let loose on KISS and Kissonline for the mess they created with the delivery of the KISS Destroyer Box Set or the lack of delivery. Diehard KISS fans ordered the box set from Kissonline the day it was announced and come release day, nothing. Fans who ordered […]
11/29/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 31 seconds
Ep. 455 When KISS Collecting Becomes a Family Affair, Joe & Jake Pappalardo Join Us
Episode 455, November 23, 2021. When KISS collecting becomes a family affair! This week we hear the many adventures of Joe & Jake Pappalardo. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over 6,000,000 times. […]
11/22/2021 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 34 seconds
Ep. 454 Frank Novinec from Hatebreed Returns to Review KISS Kruise X
Episode 454, November 16, 2021. Frank Novinec from Hatebreed is back and this week he offers up his review of KISS Kruise X. Frank also offers his opinion of the Rolling Stone article and what COVID and COVID protocols have meant to him as a touring musician. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please […]
11/15/2021 • 2 hours, 11 minutes, 52 seconds
Ep. 453 Our Thoughts on the Rolling Stone Article about KISS and their COVID Protocols on Tour
Episode 453, November 9, 2021. Lots of KISS news to discuss this week… The new Ace Frehley cassette box set, Universal Music blocking our Destroyer box set episode, KISS Kruise X setlists, KISS Las Vegas dates postponed/cancelled and the HUGE Rolling Stone article about the COVID protocols on the KISS End Of The Road tour. […]
11/8/2021 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 51 seconds
Ep 452 So Many Questions, So Little Time… You Ask the Questions
Episode 452, November 2, 2021. This week we turned the show over to the listeners, you ask us the questions and boy are their some great questions! We apologize for letting Mark discuss Rainbow. 🙂 Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of […]
11/1/2021 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 38 seconds
Ep. 451 Michael Ross from Simmons Records Band Gypsy Rose Shares Many Gene Simmons Stories
Episode 451, October 26, 2021. Michael Ross the lead singer of the Simmons Records act Gypsy Rose joins us this week. Michael shares so many stories… how Gene Simmons discovered the band. Their showcase for Gene. Hanging with KISS at Hot In Shade tour rehearsals. How directly involved was Gene with the recording of their […]
10/25/2021 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 18 seconds
Ep. 450 We Read Your Comments, We Discuss Your Posts on the Three Sides Facebook Group
Episode 450, October 12, 2021. This week the show is all about YOU! We read your comments. We discuss your posts on the Three Sides of the Coin Facebook Group. Tommy also talks about the recent KISS End Of The Road shows he attended. We also ask… what is going on with the KISS 2020 […]
10/11/2021 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 49 seconds
Ep. 449 We Get the Inside Details on the KISS Destroyer 45th Anniversary Box Set
Episode 449, October 5, 2021. Tom Jermann from T42 Design joins us to talk about the KISS Destroyer 45th Anniversary Box Set that he helped put together. The album will be released on standard double black vinyl and limited edition yellow and red double coloured vinyl, as well as a double CD set, but it’s […]
10/4/2021 • 1 hour, 58 minutes, 17 seconds
Ep. 448 The New Book KISS On Tour 1974 to 1983 We Review and Speak with the Author
Episode 448, September 28, 2021. 10 tour books in one! 156 pages of vintage KISS photos, many never seen before. Author Alain Bellicha joins us this week to discuss his brand new book KISS On Tour 1974 to 1983. Throughout the interview we also share our thoughts/review of this great book. Alain talks about how […]
9/27/2021 • 1 hour, 46 minutes, 57 seconds
Ep. 447 Mark and Lisa, Their Favorite KISS Audio and Video
Episode 447, September 21, 2021. No MIke and no Tommy again this week, Lisa & Mark discuss their favorite audio & video and the EOTR tour ramping back up. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or […]
9/20/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 46 seconds
Ep. 446 We Discuss KISS Tours, Tunes and Memories Except for the 70s.
Episode 446, September 14, 2021. We do a round table discussion on tours, tunes & memories of KISS… except for the 70s! 1980 on… what we love & what we don’t. Accept our invitation to discuss everything except the 70s! And Mark makes the rules this week. Lisa and Tommy break them and Mark gets […]
9/13/2021 • 54 minutes, 41 seconds
Ep. 445 No Mike, No Tommy No Problem… All Mark and Lisa This Week.
Episode 445, September 7, 2021. This week is a smorgasbord of KISS talk from classic to current and all points in between, with no Mike or Tommy. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to […]
9/6/2021 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 20 seconds
Ep. 444 Paul Stanley Diagnosed with COVID End Of The Road Shows are Postponed
Episode 444, August 31, 2021. We recorded the majority of this week’s show BEFORE Paul Stanley was diagnosed with COVID, but we did a last minute additional commentary about his COVID infection and End Of The Road shows being postponed. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching […]
8/30/2021 • 1 hour, 59 minutes, 57 seconds
Ep. 443 Metal Hall of Fame to Induct Eric Carr, Bruce Kulick, Bill Aucoin and Doc McGhee
Episode 443, August 24, 2021. Pat Gesualdo, the Founder/CEO of the Metal Hall of Fame, joins us this week to talk about the Hall of Fame and their upcoming 2021 inductions which include Eric Carr, Bruce Kulick, Bill Aucoin and Doc McGhee. In addition to the KISS inductions the Metal Hall of Fame is also […]
8/23/2021 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 28 seconds
Ep. 442 Frank Novinec from Hatebreed Talks Vinnie Vincent and KISS Solo Albums
Episode 442, August 17, 2021. This week it is a double-header of guests, Frank Novinec from Hatebreed and his longtime friend John Franck from ADA Music. Visit http://ada-music.com and https://www.hatebreed.com Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed […]
8/16/2021 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 33 seconds
Ep. 441 Bob Ezrin Goes Through Destroyer Track By Track, Plus Talks The Elder and Revenge
Episode 441, August 10, 2021. This week we share an interview that Michael Brandvold did with Bob Ezrin from 21 years ago. This interview was done while Michael was working with KISS. The interview has long since been removed from Kissonline. Bob talks a little about Music From The Elder, Revenge and even Psycho Circus, […]
8/9/2021 • 2 hours, 24 minutes, 33 seconds
Ep. 440 Dennis Stratton Former Iron Maiden Guitarist Talks About Iron Maiden Touring with KISS
Episode 440, August 3, 2021. This week the worlds of Iron Maiden and KISS collide as we are joined by former Iron Maiden guitarist Dennis Stratton. Dennis shares so much… when Iron Maiden toured in support of KISS in Europe in 1980. The gift Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley gave him on his birthday. What […]
8/2/2021 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 57 seconds
Ep. 439 Just Talking KISS, Music, Touring and Catching Up After a Week Off
Episode 439, July 27, 2021. Nothing this week, that is the topic. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over 6,000,000 times. Three Sides of the Coin has been joined by special guests including […]
7/26/2021 • 47 minutes, 43 seconds
Ep. 438 Music Licensing and Use of Music in TV Shows, Relating to Biography KISSTORY
Episode 438, July 13, 2021. This week’s conversation revolves around the A&E Biography KISSTORY and why much of the music sounds like KISS, but isn’t KISS. What is music licensing and how it works when you hear any sort of music in a commercial, tv show or movie. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests […]
7/12/2021 • 51 minutes, 32 seconds
Ep. 437 A&E Biography KISSTORY, Our Slap In The Face Review of this Great Documentary
Episode 437, July 6, 2021. Sit back, hold on tight… our review of the A&E Biography KISSTORY is sure to upset some people… good! Is it a lovefest? F**k you, we don’t care… we tell you what we think, not what you want us to think. You expect nothing but honesty from us and that […]
7/5/2021 • 1 hour, 14 minutes, 58 seconds
Ep. 436 Keith Roth from SiriusXM’s Ozzy’s Boneyard and Hair Nation Talks KISS
Episode 436, June 29, 2021. This week we are honored to be joined by Keith Roth from SiriusXM’s Ozzy’s Boneyard and Hair Nation. Keith is a HUGE KISS fan and joins to talk about KISS, the Rolling Stones, Judas Priest, The Sweet and so much more! Visit http://www.siriusxm.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/frankenstein3000/ Forget the haters, we won! […]
6/28/2021 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 20 seconds
Ep. 435 We Share and Discuss a 20 Year Old Interview with Sean Delaney that Has Never Been Heard
Episode 435, June 22, 2021. John Jeffrey returns this week with a 20 year old interview he conducted with Sean Delaney. This interview has never been heard before. We do a roundtable discussion on Sean and his interview… including his claim that the back cover of KISS Alive! was not a KISS concert. This is […]
6/21/2021 • 1 hour, 40 minutes, 48 seconds
Ep. 434 Our Memories of Buying Concert Tickets
Episode 434, June 15, 2021. This week we share some of our memories of buying concert tickets. We also talk a little KISS of course. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over 6,000,000 […]
6/14/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 5 seconds
Ep. 433 Play Along With Us, Use One Word to Describe Each KISS Album
Episode 433, June 1, 2021. Play along with us this week as we attempt to use one word to describe each KISS album, we do get a bit creative with the definition of one word, lol. In addition, we share a brand new video of Lisa falling on her front step. And… Mark has us […]
5/31/2021 • 1 hour, 50 minutes, 31 seconds
Ep. 432 We Announce the Three Sides of the Coin Awards and We Want Your Help
Episode 432, May 25, 2021. This week we announce the Three Sides of the Coin Awards and we want your help… we need you to suggest the award categories you would like to see. Besides categories like Best Guest, Best Episode, Best Minutia, Best Lead Guitarist, Best Drummer what else would you want? Forget the […]
5/24/2021 • 48 minutes, 53 seconds
Ep. 431 How Well Do We Know KISS? We Play a Game of KISS Trivia with Metal Social Sunday
Episode 431, May 18, 2021. Are we KISS experts? How much minutia do we know about KISS? This week you find out who knows the most about KISS. We are joined by Britt and Jeff from Metal Social Sunday who come loaded with KISS trivia questions to us to attempt to answer. You can play […]
5/17/2021 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 50 seconds
Ep. 430 Joel Selvin Author of Hollywood Eden Talks KISS at Winterland and the Cow Palace
Episode 430, May 11, 2021. This week former San Francisco Chronicle Music Critic Joel Selvin joins us for an amazing discussion of music history and his new book Hollywood Eden: Electric Guitars, Fast Cars, and the Myth of the California Paradise. Joel saw KISS perform at the legendary Winterland Ballroom and at the Cow Palace […]
Episode 429, May 4, 2021. This week we celebrate Ace Frehley’s 70th birthday by sharing our favorite Ace Frehley memories. Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 Three Sides of the Coin has been viewed or listened to over 6,000,000 times. Three Sides of the […]
5/3/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 32 seconds
Ep. 428 You Ask Us The Questions This Week in a Hit And Run
Episode 428, April 27, 2021. This week we return to one of our favorites topics… you ask us the questions. Questions about KISS, what if questions, what do you like, what would we change. These are always fun! Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 […]
4/26/2021 • 1 hour, 45 minutes, 14 seconds
Ep. 427 The Last Great, Good and First Bad KISS Albums Inspired by Ultimate Classic Rock
Episode 427, April 20, 2021. Inspired by Ultimate Classic Rock we are joined by Alexx Michael this week for a roundtable discussion about the last great, the last good and the last bad album by KISS. Visit https://ultimateclassicrock.com/kiss-last-great-last-good-first-bad-album-roundtable/ Forget the haters, we won! Press requests please contact Michael Brandvold at www.michaelbrandvold.com Since launching in 2012 […]
4/19/2021 • 2 hours, 3 minutes, 5 seconds
Ep 426 KISS Replicas Talks About KISS Sneakers, Sammy The Serpent and Creatures Costumes
Episode 426, April 6, 2021. David from KISS Replicas is back this week to talk about the new official KISS sneakers, what replica KISS costumes are next and the status of the Sammy the Serpent replica. David is always filled with so much minutia and insight, he is a pleasure to speak with. Visit https://www.kissreplicas.com [ …]
4/5/2021 • 1 hour, 51 minutes, 45 seconds
Ep. 425 Budderside Join Us From the Road to Talk the LA KISS House Band, Motorhead and Lemmy
Episode 425, March 30, 2021. Patrick Alan Stone and the rest of the Budderside join us this week. Patrick talks about being part of the LA KISS house band, being signed by Motorhead’s Lemmy to his record label Motorhead Music. Lots of Lemmy and Motorhead talk. We also get to see Lisa go fangirl…she is […]
3/29/2021 • 1 hour, 37 minutes, 9 seconds
Ep. 424 Concert Promoter Danny Zelisko Joins to Share KISS Stories and Discuss His book ALL EXCE$$
Episode 424, March 23, 2021. Concert Promoter Danny Zelisko Joins to Share KISS and Discuss His book ALL EXCE$$. The long-awaited stories of legendary concert promoter Danny Zelisko have arrived! Four years in the making, he quipped, “this baby was screaming to come out after all this time!” After five decades of concert promoting while […]
3/22/2021 • 1 hour, 33 minutes, 16 seconds
Ep. 423 Stacey David Blades and Shon McKee from Crashing Wayward and Australian Pub Rock
Episode 423, March 16, 2021. Stacey David Blades and Shon McKee from Crashing Wayward sit down with Three Sides of the Coin this week. We talk about Shon’s involvement with KISS Night in Las Vegas, what stopped Stacey’s previous band from signing with Larry Mazer for management and once again what REALLY happens with bands […]
3/15/2021 • 1 hour, 34 minutes, 17 seconds
Ep. 422 KISS Off The Soundboard, What Future Recordings Would We Like to See
Episode 422, March 9, 2021. KISS is releasing new live recordings called Off The Soundboard, with the first release being Tokyo, Japan 2001 featuring Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Eric Singer. We TRY to discuss what future recordings we would like to see released. But, this show ends up as a total disaster… […]
