If I wanted to learn something from Gene Simmons it would be how to run a business and make money. Although the world learned that things werent always smooth on their ride to the altar, the pair have been married ever since. [*] Its first appearance is the photo shoot that was set up the day of the Return of KISS dressrehearsal, 79.06.14. In 2013, the rockstar spoke about Amy and Kurts passing in a radio interview, where he said that just because they have passed, it doesnt mean theyre an icon. Of course, it didnt sit well. Fans of the band get to enjoy an entire performance thats been carefully choreographed to be an experience like none other in the world. The clear knobs make the transition into the new year appearing in Chicago on 78.01.15. The Ripper was introduced as the "big brother" to the Grabber in 1973. In a rather unprecedented move the bass is left alone with no noticeable modifications. Published. If theres one thing that Gene Simmons is proud of in his life, its the supposed number of women that hes been with throughout his career. Considering the photographic evidence the natural finish Grabber doesn't seem to have gotten much action. 1980. The result? According to Gene he met Stuart Spector, then just an upstart luthier working out of a small Brooklyn shop, during the Destroyer sessions. The GENE SIMMONS Meet & Greet Bass Signing Includes: - Choice of Gene Simmons Bass, signed & personalized by Gene Simmons. Perhaps the black blade wasn't quite "axe-like" enough because it was summarily refinished a matte silver by 79.06.20 when the promo videos were shot in Savannah. The pickup is still the original one as we can see from the lovely closeups. LoBue custom. For me it was also pragmatism, because I already owned the word Axe as it relates to musical instruments, so I hand-designed it, and I still have the original artwork and it looks very much like the Axe thats available today. The Spector web site is clear on the matter: "The bass in the photo above [on the Spector web site, not featured here] is still in Gene's possession as far as we know. That was until a friend suggested Gene get in touch with the singers best friend to try and find a Christmas present. Both Peter Criss and Gene Simmons weren't the best players of their instruments but by god they both had a cool groove which made their song unmistakenly Kiss. Gene? Some time in November mk VII shows up. There are no actual live shots of the bass and after the promo videos it just disappears never to be seen again. PART I : Why there is virtually no bass on KISS' 80s music https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OgipSAdZiKw&t=3s If you like what you see please support_____. Gene Simmons inspects the folder with the documents about his mother's persecution. Okay, its not always simple to figure out how much someone is worth, especially when their name is tied to a well-known company or, in this case, a band. There's a high-gloss, mirror-like finish on the body and headstock, added rivules on the body near the pickup, and, true to form, a hole where there should be (or had been) a tone knob. However, being so popular means there have been plenty of conspiracy theories about Genes tongue. It's not shown in the tour book photos shot at SIR studios but instead makes its "proper" debut in the video for. Simmons estimates hes sold about 10,000 instruments over the past 10 years. After the re-finish (more info below) the coverup disappears, most likely because the hole was filled before the finish was applied. [**] 1996 Guitars that Rule the World, Metal Edge presents KISS Alive! No matter what Gene may say in various interviews, the various instruments he's tried and modified over the years all point to him wanting a simple, no-frills instrument. The pickup cover has been removed and the original Thunderbird humbucker it covered has been replaced with a larger humbucker (probably a DiMarzio since Gene were fond of those and happened to know Larry DiMarzio from school). What we can say for sure is that it is black with a new pickguard by 75.11.07 and then emerges backstage in Toledo on 75.11.12 sporting a P-bass pickup. Its one thing to be in a band. It is generally assumed that the re-finish and the headstock inlay occured at the same time even though the picture evidence can't entirely support that conclusion. Shannon Tweed - Now Earliest known appearance of this version is 75.05.06 in Milwaukee, WI. Gene was walking backward when he took the fall, and it wasnt long before someone rushed in to help the star back to his feet. What are you waiting for. and I am certainly no expert on any of those instruments. If there is one thing that many of us have learned, its that Gene Simmons knows a good business opportunity when he sees one. Search titles only; Posted by Member: Separate names with a comma. Sadly, neither relationship lasted for Gene. To highlight a detail that entered the story a little earlier when the Fender bridge was installed I've chosen these particular pics. Gone is the original witch-hat knob, in its stead we find a black speed knob. Then, all he needs to do is let it start trickling from his mouth to up the performance. However, he's also been known for the varied love life he's led over the years, with his numerous relationships having been . Photographic evidence doesn't allow for three #1 Spectors, there are only two. Apparently, the staff were all in a meeting when Gene burst into the room unannounced. There's very nice video of it from both Houston and Anaheim in August that show the mk VI in action. Gene Simmons has played all sorts of instruments over the years, from the Charlie LoBue custom bass guitar heard on the early Kiss albums to his own Punisher and Axe signatures, although for a while in the mid-70s Simmons did experiment with Gibson Grabbers and Rippers. It's a smart and quick solution since it's not visible for the most part. The Vega wireless system is mentioned in KISS Alive Forever on p. 83. Sadly, Gene Simmons wasnt impressed with the look. Although it was supposed to be a simple shopping spree, its said the couple ended up falling head over heels in love with one another, destroying Chers relationship with Gene and her friendship with Diana. Some time between Toledo 75.11.12 and Chicago 75.11.22 Gene changes the volume knob. For the 1981 TV appearances in Mexico and the sattelite feed to the San Remo festival Gene relied on the Kramer Axe. Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Amazingly, that could have been the case for Gene Simmons as The Washington Post claims that he was in a relationship with Cher in the 1980s. Long believed to be a prototype for a possible Gibson Gene Simmons signature guitar, this bass is actually a heavily modified 60's Gibson EB-0. As far as video evidence goes it first appears in the opening credits of KISS Meets the Phantom of the Park (see below). Sometimes the paintbrush can be just as beautiful as the art it inspires and creates. Apparently, some people think the rockstar actually had a cow tongue surgically attached to his mouth, and thats how hes achieved such an impressive length all these years. . There is also a new, wider binding. The two Gs have teamed to launch G - a whole range of electric guitar and bass . Greg Kennelty. In the words of Mr. Simmons himself: "Stu Spector made me another bass at the same time, very similar, but the horn on the top was slightly warped and longer than the bottom one" (Guitars that Rule the World, Metal Edge presents KISS Alive 1996). As Simmons explains, Well, you cant avoid feeling badass Its not the first instrument I think of when I want to play Yesterdayby The Beatles. It was one of three designed in this configuration for Gene." Kiss's always-colorful bassist reflects on how he and Paul Stanley wrestled with the band's identity - and Vinnie Vincent's unorthodox, fleet-fingered ideas - on Creatures of the Night, 40 years on. The clip is an outtake from the 2012 documentary Sample This. The basic design of the bass has changed a little through the years and it's been made by several luthiers and companies. He's interviewed everyone from Ozzy Osbourne and Lemmy to Slash and Jimmy Page, and once even traded solos with a member of Slayer on a track released internationally. . Amit has been writing for titles likeTotal Guitar,MusicRadarandGuitar Worldfor over a decade and counts Richie Kotzen, Guthrie Govan and Jeff Beck among his primary influences. The Kiss aesthetic wont appeal tonon-fans. Apparently, the staff were all in a meeting when Gene burst into the room - unannounced. They both had the same body shape and the number only designated the number of pickups. It was probably added to help the intonation problems inherent in any set bridge like the original, but this one proved problematic as the few surviving pictures show that the strings had a tendency to skip out of position. "Well, that is very kind of you to say. Nashville, TN (January 8, 2021) -- Gibson, the iconic American guitar brand, has entered into a joint venture with Gene Simmons, international rock legend and co-founder of KISS, America's #1 gold record award-winning group of all time, in all categories (RIAA), to create G. Hot on the heels of the announcement of Gibson's acquisition of Mesa/Boogie, the company has unveiled another new partnership, this time with Kiss bassist Gene Simmons. Search titles only; Posted by Member: Separate names with a comma. Get the latest news, reviews and features to your inbox. This is one of first Gene Simmons (KISS) signed Axe Basses made available to the public. In Atlanta 76.08.29 it's still mk VI but for the start of the Winter Tour in Savannah 76.11.24 the new bridge is in place. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. Now, Inc. estimates that Gene Simmons is worth a whopping $300 million. Theres a good chance that you might have to be prepared for things to go a little wrong. Both stars were known for their use of illegal substances, and both lost their lives while they were still in their prime. "[The Grabber] was a well built instrument that weighed a ton, [] the body was too big and I couldn't move as easily with the thing. None of the known LoBue basses had a bridge like this so it was probably not LoBue's work. In the early-early years of KISS, he favored a Charlie LoBue bass ( photos ); this was a custom bass guitar made by Charlie. Before that he had an old rickety Epiphone which was stolen, bought a Fender P for $150, sold that P for $300, took that cash and had Charlie build his . It's been suggested that the incredible disappearing binding was masking tape that Gene himself applied during the hours of tedium on the tour bus. Being a well-known name in the world of music means that Gene Simmons has plenty of opinions when it comes to other musicians and genres. His grandparents and one uncle were murdered by Hitler's henchmen. But out of costume, the Kiss co-frontman is an equally commanding presence. The axe-shape body has the same style and flare as the demon's own, complete with a painted silver blade on a shiny black . She wanted to make sure her music was on the hottest playlists at the time and wouldnt rest until she got the results. BA1 1UA. The rosewood fretboard and EB6 4-string bridge add clarity to the Gene Simmons Axe, so you get definition with each note you strike. However, it wasnt long before people learned that he was talking about the hand gesture he was pulling at the time. This obviously reflected the economic state of the band at the time, Paul and Ace also had very clear no. For the better part of the Spirit Tour '76 the LoBue retains the mk VI look. In fact, the rockstar went as far as it saw Mileys tongue was okay, but quickly put his foot in it with a few derogatory comments. These days the basses are available through his own website [GeneSimmonsAxe.com] and every Axe Bass is built by hand, and is personally inspected by Simmons before being shipped to the customer. The bassist will bring back the Gene Simmons' Axe MasterClass for fans . The reddish metal flake Grabber first shows up in Fayetteville, NC on 74.11.30 but it doesn't see steady action until 1975. The most high-profile appearance during 1984-1986 is in Animalize Live Uncensored where it gets taken for a spin for Gene's solo spot. His. Right after the guitar was purchased, it was immediately packed in its hard case along with all of the items the guitar came with, which included: The Certificate of Authenticity, the original Gene Simmons hard . For this tour Gene also mysteriously starts sporting a cable from the output jack. The very obvious absence of an Axe during 1990-95, with the possible . Rock fans everywhere might disagree as Gene Simmons believes its time to give up on the genre. My reference points were people like Paul McCartney. Gene Simmons is one of the most legendary names in music, thanks to his time with Kiss. In fact, many years ago, the rockstar told Off The Record with Michael Landsberg that hed been intimate with 4,500 women. With so little video evidence from this part of the tour it's hard to say whether these are two different pickups or just the trick of light and angles but considering the next (and later) developments I'm going to put my money on the light/angles hypothesis. So I started out with the visuals, because when somebody walks in, that the first thing that hits them. That was until 2011 when Gene suddenly got down on one knee and decided to make things official. My bass is the only musical instrument that is an invention., Jokes abound about the level of KISS merchandise available, but the reality is that Simmons was ahead of his time in terms of understanding how to monetise and control his image and legacy, and trademark ownership has played a big part of that. To top it off, Gene says that he has a Polaroid photo of each of his partners from over the years and a hotel key firm the night they spent together. If theres one question thats been on many peoples lips over the years, its if Gene Simmons is an egomaniac away from the stage. Instead, he decided to keep himself as healthy as possible as Gene told CNN that hes never even tried an adult beverage or taken any illegal substances. Tuning stability and intonation also feel impeccable: This is definitely aset and forget kind of bass that allows the player to focus on their performance, undistracted and with confidence. According to Steve Carr his first version of the Axe shown below was made for Gene in 1978 and even used for a few shows that year but no photographic evidence of that exists. LoBue custom Gibson Grabber Gibson Ripper. Sadly, that all changed in 2017 when the rockstar made a bit too much of a lasting impression at the new network after a meeting gone wrong. He called her tongue the girls version. Apparently, Gene thinks it shows girls cant play with the guys because it will, in his words, never be as good. Maybe gross, maybe cool, but definitely profitable to Mr. Simmons with a starting price of $12,000 per bass. In contrast, Spector #2 takes a serious beating throughout (the pics below span the entire tour). The following day, Fox News announced that Gene had been permanently banned from the studios, with some reports claiming there is a photo of Gene behind the security desk to ensure he never sneaks in. Before we move forward we need to take a step back (and get a little ahead of ourselves) and adress a slight "wrinkle" in the photos. After being on a breif hiatus the Thunderbird returned to the Gibson catalogue in 1976 for the Bicentennial. In the video clip from In Concert below (shot on 74.02.21) we see the original incarnation of the LoBue in all its glory. It showed a mirror image of the #1 Spector and erroneously dubbed it a "Spectre" bass, even claiming it was the first "Spectre" ever made. What one can argue is that it seems highly unlikely that a rear output jack would be placed on the upper part of the body, far away from the rest of the electronics.). All of his business-savvy moves and investing in several companies, such as a financial company, a restaurant chain, and a sports team, means hes earned quite the fortune over the years. Gene Simmons VaultCast Episode 1. Speaking out against the genres meant it wasnt long before plenty of people had their own thoughts about the rockstar and Kiss. So the three mentioned is probably two #1's and one #2 (more of which later). A backstage pic from Atlanta 74.07.18 also seem to suggest some shaping of the back. Search child forums as well In 2017, Gene Simmons hit the headlines for something pretty controversial among the rock world. This custom prototype Axe bass was built by Steve Carr who originally came to work for the band when his one-time apprentice became Ace's guitar tech in 1978. The friend in question? Because of this I will "narrate" this story as if there's a single Spector until much later when they are more easily identifiable. He is the God Of Thunder, after all. It has a twin horn, small body, with one DiMarzio pickup." Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, Gi. The SB-1 had a mini switch, something that none of Gene's Spectors have and it would be easy to assume that his instruments were simply built without one. The original incarnation of the LoBue (mk I) had an unfinished wood body, a set neck, a violin-style bridge, a single-coil pickup, a black pickguard, and, despite Gene's quote above, three knobs. Whatever the case, it wasnt long before Gene Simmons had something to say about it all. Im spectacular, before adding, Oh Im stunning. Yes, it seems that Gene has struggled to find room in his heart for anyone other than himself as the star often loves to talk about his love for himself, even if its left some people wondering if he knows how to be down to Earth. The neck has pearl diamond inlays just like Gene's, and the detail in the paint and set up is just like the Demons. I have a very large ego, dont wonder about that! [*] The shape of the bass was indeed completely original in that it was custom shaped but it wasn't an original design. On the other hand it was listed in the Butterfields auction without the name of the luthier and it was suggested that it dated from the 1983 Creatures tour (which there is no evidence for, the Axe used on that tour was a Kramer). The inception of the Axe Bass came from the adage of referring to a guitar as an axe. The legendary rocker Gene Simmons has gone through various hairstyles over the previous decade. First seen in Detroit on 78.01.20, these knobs will thankfully stay on for quite some time. Oftentimes we find that ownership of an idea is just as important as the idea itself. For the past eight years, Thayer has been touring exclusively with a pair of his signature 100-watt Hughes & Kettner DuoTone heads (Thayer . As if things couldnt get any worse, Gene proceeded to tear his shirt and shouted, Hey chicks, sue me!. (The number of replicas that have turned up over the years is a clear indication of the bass' truly iconic status.) Sadly, Steve Carr passed away in 2006 which probably means that this part of the Axe story will forever be shrouded in mystery. The instrument is clearly a Triumph rather than the earlier Les Paul bass (the control scratchplate is a dead giveaway) but Gibson only offered it in natural and white finishes which leads me to believe that the instrument in Gene's hands was refinished. His wife, Canadian actress and 1982 Playboy Playmate of the Year Shannon Tweed, just shelled out $5.8 million for a Malibu . His many accomplishments include his work as an outstanding actor and television actor, guitarist, singer, singer-songwriter, film producer, composer, voice actor, blogger, songwriter, and record producer, to name a few. 2023 Guitar.com is part of NME Networks. One of the Viewmaster pics show the thickness of the body to be almost double that of a regular bass. However, Gene Simmons had his own views on it all and they werent very popular. It seems that Gene thinks its time for one genre in particular to disappear: rap. In an interview with his son for Esquire in 2014, Gene confessed he believes that rock music has finally come to an end, and even went as far as to say the music industry could be on its last legs. He is the God Of Thunder, after all. PURCHASE & PAYMENT PLANS. Simmons was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014 as a member of . That one night he dropped it and the neck broke in half." The LoBue worked tirelessly night in and night out and didn't go through any changes except the wear and tear of heavy use. It looked as though he was all set to reach the big time as it wasnt long before his work gained plenty of fans worldwide. It turns out Gene accidentally rubbed host Terry Gross up the wrong way during an interview with the star. Modifications soon follow of course. Why? It might sound impossible, but its true. Two or three years ago, Gibson and I connected and decided to do a joint venture - the G2: Gene and Gibson, or Gibson and Gene. The passing of Prince was a tragic day for millions of fans across the world. This is not a traditional signature model arrangement. People accused Nick of plagiarizing ideas from the likes of Hellsing, One Piece, and Bleach, something that was enough to see the youngsters dreams of becoming a graphic novel author vanish before he got his time to shine. Now, 46 years later, he and Gibson are teaming up for G2, a new line of basses and guitars announced this past week during the NAMM conference. Fender teams up with Mastodon's Troy Sanders for well-spec'd Silverburst signature P-Bass, Zoom unveils new B2 Four bass multi-effects pedal, with Multi-Layer IR, 300 patches and a 60-second looper, 50 years ago: The Runaways guitarist Lita Ford was invited to replace John Paul Jones in Led Zeppelin, Jeff Berlin explains why playing bass is like playing kazoo, To be honest, I'm not really a bass player. Of course, it could also be so simple that the band and management felt that the new, more serious concept album KISS weren't properly represented by an instrument that looked like an Axe. The pickup becomes a Gibson EB-0 style, something that Gene had experimented with before (the Fender he used during the Wicked Lester days) and it would be the last pickup change for the LoBue. Kiss is currently out on the road for their final tour, dubbed End Of The Road. Spector #1 LoBue custom Thunderbird Dan Armstrong. The problems with the bridge above promted another change. It's akin to a Thunderbird bridge but appears to be slightly larger. At first, people thought that Gene was trying to trademark the image itself. In the end the long-scale neck and the rather elaborate Q-system electronics probably proved unnecessary for Gene's no-frills style. [**]. Diana Ross. Name: Frank Benpensata From: Staten Island, NY USA First Backstage Bass Experience: Wizard World Comic Convention What I remember most: Getting a private meet and greet with Gene's at his hotel in New York City.This was the night before the NYC Vault Experience in 2018. And most people know that he was partial to using it while spending time the many thousands of women the frontman claimed to have spent time with . Just because Gene was a part of the scene doesnt mean that he took part in everything that came his way. Now, depending on the pic and the angle the new pickup doesn't look quite like itself: at times it looks grayish and with barely discernible pole pieces, and other times it looks black with large and obvious pole pieces. Gene tapped Valdez Guitars to build the first one, then Steve Carr built a few, as did Kramer, Jackson, and Cort. M&G Pkg $4450. It turns out the people at Fox News were less than impressed with Genes alleged behavior as the security guards reportedly had to intervene and escort the star from the building. Gene Simmons now thinks people pirating songs was enough to see the end of rock and roll as he confessed he thinks no one values the music enough to pay for it.. John Lennon's Gibson J-160E went for $2.4 million at Julien's Auctions in 2015. In fact, in 1974 it was only offered in ebony and wine red (a high-gloss, see-through finish that looks nothing like this bass). This version of the bass was Gene's #1 bass more or less from 1973 until the summer of 1975 when he started altering it. Cause & Effects: Are vintage effects pedals always the best examples of their type. That is probably going to be a very big item. Considering that the mkI version had a single coil pickup (possibly a stacked humbucker) the third knob is somewhat of a mystery. It is only shown in a series of backstage pics from February or March 1976, a single backstage pic from Stockholm, Sweden on 76.05.28, and a later backstage instrument lineup from Daytom, OH 76.08.08. Thankfully, some things have gone in her favor, as Sophie has done some modeling and worked as a reality TV star in a handful of shows, including Gene Simmons Family Jewels. Thats all when Sophie doesnt work as a body positivity advocate. Studio legend Carol Kaye gave KISS bassist Gene Simmons an impromptu bass lesson at Sunset Sound studios in Hollywood, and luckily cameras were rolling to catch it. This mk I version shows the "standard" SB-1 controls with one volume and one tone knob (both in silver) and a front output jack (missing is the mini-switch which was standard on the SB-1). Wicked Lester had their equipment stolen from the loft at Mott St. and Canal St. After this there is a long void of solid photographic evidence on what happens. Once we move into 1978 and the Alive II tour the second Spector (henceforth known as Spector #2) makes its first appearance. . Thats not individual products. Although he has a huge net worth and plenty of income from his Kiss brand, Gene Simmons isnt in the top richest people in the world. Like many, the rockstar was forced to take any job that came his way, including a role as a deli cashier. Get the latest and greatest Guitar news with one of our guitar magazine subscriptions. As well as the pearloid reverse split diamond inlays, its also nice to see the Gibson logo on the front of the headstock, with the G2 logo on the back side near the nut a reassuring consideration given this instruments price. The one in the middle does feature the pointy headstock that was a feature of all of the guitars Carr built for KISS (see Ace's mini-Explorer and Paul's Star guitar for instance). The theory is that this is a simple piece of tape covering up a hole that used to fit a mini switch and the photo from San Diego 77.08.19 even seem to show that hole. Thats right; the rockstar actually paid his way through college, all thanks to his comic book sales. Things didnt get off to a good start as he accused them of playing a victim, but he made things even worse by stating in an interview that they should take their own lives. LoBue custom LP Triumph Gibson EB-0. Gene Simmons Punisher 2 Bass. 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