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Ok here it is from a very tired but very happy KISS fan in Fukuoka.

20th July Fukuoka Kokusai Centre

A much smaller venue than Nayoga, probably half the size and yet attendance was still at best 50%, disappointing but it didn't seem to adversely affect the band's mood as they were in a real party mode, joking around and having fun. The technical glitches of the first night seemed to have been straightened out too so it made for a smoother show.

Here's the set list, this get's a bit complicated as the band were in a 'playful' mood, to make it simpler I've marked partial versions (1 or 2 verses with a * and unaccompanied renditions with **)

Bruce Kulick Video Interview with LiveToJam.com
Bruce Kulick (Grand Funk Railroad, KISS, Union) sat down to discuss his current projects, which include the wide distribution release of Union Do Your Own Thing Live! the guitar instructional DVD KISS Forever as well as a soon to be released KISS compilation DVD primarily focused on the period when Bruce was with KISS. Bruce also offers advice for aspiring guitar players.

Link: http://www.livetojam.com/bruce-kulick.html

Music Star Productions has just released the first piece of Officially licensed Eric Carr
Memorial Collectibles. In conjunction with Loretta Caravello (Eric's Sister) a limited edition pressing of Eric Carr memorial mouse pads has just been released.  In the coming months, Music Star Productions will be releasing many more exciting products that pay tribute to one of rocks most beloved drummers

Music Star Productions will also donate 50% of the proceeds of all sales of the KISS Forever DVD on LiveToJam.com during the month of July & August to the Eric Carr Memorial Fund. Eric Carr's family would like to see donations are given directly to those in need, therefore These funds will be allocated to ensure that all monies collected will ensue that wishes are granted to children at various hospitals.

Link: http://www.livetojam.com/eric-carr.html

I'm not sure if you've ever heard of me, but my name is C.C. Banana and I interview rock & roll bands (among other things). I often do my work in association with the Metal Sludge website though I do work on my own as well. Either way, my banana shenanigans are usually irreverent, funny and delicious. Anyhoo...

Just a reminder that tomorrow @ The Cavern Club in Liverpool is a KISS Expo featuring Bob Kulick and Hotter Than Hell.

The Cavern Club, Liverpool July 22nd 2006 12 hour Rock Extravaganza KISS EXPO

More info here:

http://www.kissinuk.com/cms/content/view/143/26/

Trev (Ace in Dressed To Kill) has just posted this report on our forum:-

In true foreign correspondant fashion I'm back at the hotel filing my report. 

First off here's the set list;

1. Detroit Rock City
2. Makin' Love
3. Watchin' You

Wednesday 26.06.2006, Mike Stone made his first live performance in China during his second asia trip this year, which was mainly planned for business workshops. A well packed club of the Plaza Theatre in Beijing gave Mike a great welcome, although 99% of the audience surely didn't understand one single english word...

Radio Reality Check, Live To Jam.com and Kiss Army Unites.com
Presents Cleveland, prepare to be KISSED!

KISS will be our highlight!
Thursday July 20th at 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM (Pacific Time)
We will discuss the Kiss Army march in Cleveland Ohio to help secure Kiss’
Long over due induction into the Rock ‘N Roll Hall of Fame!
We will be playing nothing but KISS!

Showing their support for Kiss will be very special guest