New Definitive KISS Biography to Rock A&E in June
KISS is one of the most iconic bands of all time. And A&E just announced the new definitive documentary film telling the stories behind their phenomenon. Directed by DJ Viola, Biography: KISStory chronicles the band’s five decades in the business. And founders Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons reflect on their historic career. The four-hour, two-night event airs Sunday, June 27th and Monday, June 28th from 9-11 pm ET/PT.
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After 50 years of rocking and rolling all night and partying every day, the #1 Gold Record selling band of all time, KISS, shares their story of success before finally smashing their last guitar and extinguishing the fire-breathing demon.
Paul Stanley and Gene Simmons, along with current members Tommy Thayer and Eric Singer will also be joined by guests. Including Dave Grohl (Nirvana, Foo Fighters) and Tom Morello (Rage Against the Machine). Plus manager Doc McGhee (Motley Crue, Bon Jovi), music producer Bob Ezrin (Alice Cooper, Pink Floyd), and more.
Selling more than 100 million albums worldwide and over 40 years of record-breaking global tours, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band is giving viewers a behind-the-scenes look at their rise to fame. Featuring original recording sessions, home movies, behind-the-scenes stories, and rare footage, the film grants fans an all-access pass to the band’s legendary journey. Fans will hear a first-hand account of the emotional story behind the band’s start in New York City’s gritty rock scene of the 70s, their meteoric rise to fame, almost losing it all to drugs and alcohol in the 80s, and how they ultimately fought their way back to the top of the charts in the 90s to become a household name synonymous with Rock ‘N Roll.
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“Through the Biography lens we are able to give fans a backstage pass to a two-night event that honors the legacy of the rock icons behind KISS,” said Elaine Frontain Bryant, EVP and Head of Programming for A&E. “This documentary event is a special tribute to a one-of-a-kind band and the incredible Kiss Army fanbase that has idolized them for generations.”
Biography: KISStory is a Leslie Greif production. Produced for A&E Network by Critical Content and also Big Dreams Entertainment. Leslie Greif and also Jenny Daly serve as Executive Producers. D.J. Viola is Director. Elaine Frontain Bryant and also Brad Abramson serve as Executive Producers for A&E Network. A+E Networks holds worldwide distribution rights for Biography: KISStory.
Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley founded KISS with original drummer Peter Chris and also original lead guitarist Ace Frehley.
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