GENE SIMMONS On New KISS Album - "We Have All The Songs Arranged And Written"
June 16, 2011, 13 years ago
In a new interview with QMI Agency's Darryl Sterdan, KISS bassist/singer GENE SIMMONS discusses the band's forthcoming new studio album. And excerpt follow:
Q: What can you tell me about the new KISS album?
A: "We have all the songs arranged and written and all that. Like Sonic Boom, all the songs were written by the band. Paul (Stanley - vocals, rhythm guitar) is producing this one too. The first day in the studio, we cut two songs. So we're steaming ahead, not thinking too much about it."
Q: Are you aiming for the same late-'70s vibe as Sonic Boom?
A: "It's not just late-'70s, it's the classic sound of all time. Styles come and go; the only thing that sticks is THE ROLLING STONES and AC/DC, meat and potatoes stuff. That stuff is forever. When was the last time you listened to MEN WITHOUT HATS? I personally would like to find the guy who came up with the name of that band. It's the stupidest name. You will never get laid with a name like that. Men Without Hats. Oh my f---ing god. Kill me now. You might as well wear a T-shirt that says, 'Please beat me up'."
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In the video below from KISSOnline, KISS guitarist Tommy Thayer gives fans a tour of the studio where KISS is recording their new album.
The follow-up to 2009's Sonic Boom album is set for a late 2011/early 2012 release.
