This is starting to stink more and more like classic KISS hype. And we’re falling for it, myself included.
Now, I think we’re supposed to begin to lobby for the band to play, and to ultimately be happy with any portion / incarnation whatever of the band, as long as they’re up there. Or, maybe it’s a good thing? If there is no planned performance, then there is no need for Tommy & Eric to attend, they are not being honored. So then just Simmons & RuPaul show up. And, if it’s just to be inducted … Pete and Ace could do that right? Which leads to the obligatory end of the night jam … maybe all four of those musicians join in the jam. And then, maybe the other musicians just start to drop out and exit stage, leaving the 4.
I am interested in hearing Eddie’s thoughts on this newest development. It is amazing how this has spiraled downwards…at least publicly….in the last few days. Right or wrong…it is only the original 4 being inducted. It is a simple concept and whether we as fans agree or disagree…or even the band for that matter…it is what the RRHOF has laid out. I feel bad for all of us as fans because it has taken so long to get the recognition they rightly deserve. I also feel bad for Eddie….combine your job…with being a KISS fan….and friends with Ace and Peter….man I would not be happy for sure. Nobody has mentioned this that I saw…but Paul’s book is coming out before the induction…I suspect there will be a lot of negativity towards Ace and Peter in there….right before the induction….have to wonder about the timing…
The four original members will be inducted without makeup and it will be uncomfortable as hell. Then at the jam at the end, the closing song will be rock and roll all nite. Paul and Gene will be together at one mic on one side of the stage, and Ace will be at a different mic waaaay over on the other side of the stage with Daryl Hall, Kris Novaselic, whoever. Peter will be putzing along on a small kit at the back while Dave Grohl plays the big boy set. Various others will be out on stage as well, keep in mind that the E Street band is being inducted too. That is closest we’ ll get to seeing them play together.
Wow ED, Kevin Ross comment sounds like it came from the 1950″s. What ever Paul’s sexual orientation is(has a wife and 4 kids) or anyone else’s for that matter have nothing to do with music or making a bad descision. Too Bad original Line up could not play and make some mention of past members as well. That would of been Best of both worlds.
This is starting to stink more and more like classic KISS hype. And we’re falling for it, myself included.
Now, I think we’re supposed to begin to lobby for the band to play, and to ultimately be happy with any portion / incarnation whatever of the band, as long as they’re up there. Or, maybe it’s a good thing? If there is no planned performance, then there is no need for Tommy & Eric to attend, they are not being honored. So then just Simmons & RuPaul show up. And, if it’s just to be inducted … Pete and Ace could do that right? Which leads to the obligatory end of the night jam … maybe all four of those musicians join in the jam. And then, maybe the other musicians just start to drop out and exit stage, leaving the 4.
I am interested in hearing Eddie’s thoughts on this newest development. It is amazing how this has spiraled downwards…at least publicly….in the last few days. Right or wrong…it is only the original 4 being inducted. It is a simple concept and whether we as fans agree or disagree…or even the band for that matter…it is what the RRHOF has laid out. I feel bad for all of us as fans because it has taken so long to get the recognition they rightly deserve. I also feel bad for Eddie….combine your job…with being a KISS fan….and friends with Ace and Peter….man I would not be happy for sure. Nobody has mentioned this that I saw…but Paul’s book is coming out before the induction…I suspect there will be a lot of negativity towards Ace and Peter in there….right before the induction….have to wonder about the timing…
I’d be more willing to buy this explanation if Gene and Paul mentioned Vinnie Vincent and Mark St. John in their statement. Sorry, not buying.
The four original members will be inducted without makeup and it will be uncomfortable as hell. Then at the jam at the end, the closing song will be rock and roll all nite. Paul and Gene will be together at one mic on one side of the stage, and Ace will be at a different mic waaaay over on the other side of the stage with Daryl Hall, Kris Novaselic, whoever. Peter will be putzing along on a small kit at the back while Dave Grohl plays the big boy set. Various others will be out on stage as well, keep in mind that the E Street band is being inducted too. That is closest we’ ll get to seeing them play together.
Wow ED, Kevin Ross comment sounds like it came from the 1950″s. What ever Paul’s sexual orientation is(has a wife and 4 kids) or anyone else’s for that matter have nothing to do with music or making a bad descision. Too Bad original Line up could not play and make some mention of past members as well. That would of been Best of both worlds.