Decibel Geek Podcast - Top 5 Non-Makeup Era KISS Songs

[WizKid]

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Full show @:
http://dbgeekshow.blogspot.com/2011/10/ ... -kiss.html

Another show centered around KISS? I know, you’re shocked. We’re fans. We love KISS. Deal with it. There will be lots of opportunity to discuss the merits of new, fresh bands like Britney Fox and Pretty Boy Floyd in later shows.

Chris Czynszak reminds everyone of his discovery of KISS on Dial MTV in 1987 and his brother’s reaction and guidance to the more ‘pure’ era of the band. But Chris still has a soft spot for that non-makeup era of the band. He also makes mention of the recent passing of Eddie Balandas, a close confidant of KISS during their heyday as well as the iconic intro voice on the Alive II album from 1977. He will be missed.

Aaron Camaro shares his memories of first listening to Animalize as well as his monthly pilgrimage to the local record store to build build his KISS album collection.

Obviously, we’re not going to reveal what Aaron & Chris’ choices were in these here show notes. That would be anti-climactic and stupid (I know, like this show right? Thought I’d go ahead and pre-insult us). Every non-makeup era album will be mentioned on the show but not every album will be represented in our Top 5. We aren’t including any of the compilations or live records from that time since Let’s Put the X in Sex is certainly not going to make either of our lists anyway.

The non-makeup era of KISS is largely ignored by the musical public but is beloved by those of us that discovered the band during this era. The albums they released during those years are snapshots of a simpler time in our lives and the concerts were some of the best nights of our lives. This episode of the Decibel Geek Podcast will cover the ever-changing state of KISS through the non-makeup era.

You’ll hear thoughts on Vinnie Vincent’s huge contribution to the Lick It Up album as well as an update on his most recent musical output. Mark St. John gets a quick mention in this episode that probably lasts longer than his actual tenure in the band. Bruce Kulick and Eric Singer are discussed and, of course, no discussion of the non-makeup era is complete without mentioning Eric Carr. By the way, check out the new album released by the estate of Eric Carr titled Unfinished Business that features song very cool Eric-written tunes.

Chris & Aaron are both big KISS fans but they definitely have differing opinions on certain aspects of the non-makeup era. You’ll hear them debate what they loved and what they hated. This was a fun episode to put together and think you will enjoy it as well. If you don’t, you’re not out any money so whatever.

[Genebaby]

Look forward to hearing this one Chris!!! I really like the non- makeup 80's stuff.

[Brooklyn_Born]

I love unmasked Kiss, particularly 1983-1990! It was an awesome era of a group that had respect for each other & a bond which helped them create some really great music who can forget hearing tears are falling for the first time or seeing crazy, crazy nights on tv?! What about seeing them hit the charts again in Europe & particularly the UK where they were more successful commercialy after they unmasked... Good Times!

I think someone needs to start an 80's kiss tribute band!

[Brooklyn_Born]

Looking forward to the pod cast!

[WizKid]

I've gotten some great feedback on this episode. It even got some positive response on Metal Sludge which is usually impossible

[shramiac]

It was pretty good! Except for the big loogie you snorted up 2/3 of the way through!!!! Sux having a cold when doing audio!!!

[Slayer]

I enjoyed it Bro. It was interesting to hear the 2 different point of views but 5 songs must have been really tough when there were so many good songs to choose from.

[Genebaby]

That's right, five songs only covers half the Lick It Up album!!

[WizKid]

Thanks for the kind words guys and yes, it was VERY hard to come up with just 5. I'm interviewing Russ Dwarf from Killer Dwarfs next week for anyone that's interested.