";s:4:"text";s:19675:"The musician was behind some of the most legendary tunes of our time and left a huge mark on the world when he passed in 2016. It turned out that Gene wasnt happy for a hip-hop group to get a spot in the hall his bands called home since 2014. Whatever the reason for the lack of an Axe, this particular Axe makes its last appearance during the European leg of the Crazy Nights tour, shows up for the convention and then disappears; it doesn't even feature in the auction (which. One can see the sparkling of the finish during his blood-spitting routine. I think that when it comes to Bass ( Which I play Bass and Guitar among other instruments! ) Gene Simmons (born Chaim Witz; Hebrew: , [aim vits]; born August 25, 1949) is an Israeli-American musician.Also known by his stage persona the Demon, he is the bassist and co-lead singer of Kiss, the hard rock band he co-founded with Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss in the early 1970s. However, Gene Simmons had his own views on it all and they werent very popular. This bass is authorized by Gene Simmons, and each Axe is adorned with Gene's signature on the headstock. It seems its something Genes kept up ever since. The caption next to this Axe bass noted that it was a limited-edition built by Kramer. There are no actual live shots of the bass and after the promo videos it just disappears never to be seen again. Now, Kiss is linked to an incredible number of product categories 3,000 to be precise. In order to cover the screw holes from the original (and replacement) stringmount below the then-current bridge cover, Gene's tech simply added a piece of what appear to be electrical tape. At the time Spector only had two model bass guitars, the SB-1 and the SB-2. The iconic Kiss bassist promises his new signature instrument is "The most fun you'll be able to have with your pants on". Believe it or not, but Gene Simmons is actually a married man, even though the rockstar has been open about his alleged romances over the years. It also speaks volumes of Gene's "working-bass" concept: as long as it works and looks good enough, it will do. Gene and his bass finally did part ways, though by all accounts he was reluctant to give it up. Gene Simmons is a true rock god, even though he plays "The Demon" in KISS, the band he co-founded in the early 1970s that still rocks out to sold-out crowds. The string of prototypes that Carr eluded to were probably the ones shown below. The Vega wireless system is mentioned in KISS Alive Forever on p. 83. Thank you for reading 5 articles this month*, US pricing $3.99 per month or $39.00 per year, UK pricing 2.99 per month or 29.00 per year, Europe pricing 3.49 per month or 34.00 per year, *Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription. The idea that it was a built-in fuzz is much less likely. 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. Most of his notable work comes from his time in Genes reality show Gene Simmons Family Jewels.. Because of this I will "narrate" this story as if there's a single Spector until much later when they are more easily identifiable. They cover the classic Kiss tones, from the walking lines of Strutter through to heavier hits likeCreatures Of The Night and beyond. One can also see that the material under the studs is completely different from the rest of the bass. Although he managed to get it back up and running, the group quickly took Gene down again to try and take away his voice on the matter. It seems that Gene thinks its time for one genre in particular to disappear: rap. Biography reports that Gene actually worked a host of jobs as he tried to raise money to start his own band. All that twerking and tongue flashing was enough to change peoples minds about the star. 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. If one is to believe the quote from Gene above it may just be locked away in storage since it didn't surface for the auction. 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. The original single-coil pickup seems to be gone and in its stead is what looks almost like the Filtertron pickups that Gretsch made. An erstwhile acquaintance of LoBue's who handled the bass in its mkVI incarnation in New Jersey 76.07.10 has suggested that almost all the modifications were done by Charlie or the Guitar Lab rather than Gene's tech. It's incredible to look at these pics and see the extent of the damage that year-round touring and Gene's costumes (most of it probably from his ever-. The prior owner believed this to be a late '90s, and when comparing with other listings on Reverb that appears to hold true. The contrast between the ebony nitrocellulose lacquer finish against the mirrorplex pickguard and truss-rod cover is eye-catching, treading thefine line between modern edge and classic finesse. After having used a few different basses during the time in Wicked Lester, an Epiphone that was stolen and a Fender P-bass with a Gibson EB-0 pickup, Gene finally found his weapon of choice in the shape of a Charlie LoBue custom bass. Or why not treat yourself? I don't often have a lot of good things to say about . The basses are often signed or played on stage depending on what price point the buyer wants to reach for. Reports have varied throughout the years, but Gene is confident that hes been with thousands of partners. However, there is a dark side of Gene Simmons that not many have learned about over the years. This mkV version stays unmolested for the remainder of 1979, the last photographic evidence being from 79.12.06. 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. This obviously reflected the economic state of the band at the time, Paul and Ace also had very clear no. Apparently, Gene didnt want to break his mothers heart after her family survived World War II. [*] 1996 Guitars that Rule the World, Metal Edge presents KISS Alive! This Gene Simmons Punisher Bass is a rare, limited edition bass that swept through the Spencer's stores in malls throughout the US. 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. Instead, roadies would allegedly hand Gene a cup of theater blood at some point in the performance. A complete rundown of the various basses used by Gene Simmons of KISS 1973-1992. One of the least used basses in Gene's arsenal, the Gibson Les Paul Triumph doesn't appear in any live photographs from 1976. Nick also has some acting credits to his name. Search child forums as well The basic design of the bass has changed a little through the years and it's been made by several luthiers and companies. You've written some truly timeless basslines over the years so what exactly is the Gene Simmons guide to finding the perfect part? On first glance, this debut in the seriesnot in the form of a Grabber or Ripper, but a Thunderbird, interestingly is certainly impressive. Since this part relies entirely on picture evidence of miniscule details clicking the individual pictures below will bring up higher-res images. Last years news that he was launching his own G2 brand pronounced G squared through the American giants nevertheless came as a surprise, the new collaboration pledging to release a whole range of guitars and basses built with the Demons personal seal of approval. It's akin to a Thunderbird bridge but appears to be slightly larger. FACEBOOK - http://www.facebook.com/pages/Bruno-Masquio/219366238103439INSTAGRAM - @brunomasquioiTUNES - https://itunes.apple.com/br/artist/bruno-masquio/id55. Thats right; the rockstar actually paid his way through college, all thanks to his comic book sales. For this tour Gene also mysteriously starts sporting a cable from the output jack. I didnt know anything else about it the wood, the relationship of the bridge to the neck, I didnt think about any of that. Below are pictures detailing the rather slight differences between them. 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. It has a 30" scale which matches that of the LoBue. Spector #2 was also a part of the traveling circus that was The Return of KISS but it doesn't seem to have gotten much action. At about eight or nine years of age Everything starts with me, he explains. [] I had two of them on the road with me, but I liked the sound of the off-red one." None of the pre-1974 pics I've found suggest that the body was more than a slab-style with some rounding for the upper horns. 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. And the first time I used this was on New Year's Eve, Dubai, 2020. There was suppose to be 1,000 . Fans of the band get to enjoy an entire performance thats been carefully choreographed to be an experience like none other in the world. More highs can then be cut using the master tone knob, allowing for softer, jazzier tones when dialled in clean a nice option tohave, even if Simmons himself tends not to go there. The pics below are from a show in January, either on the 21st or 22nd. Ever the savvy businessman, Simmons ended up trademarking the term Axe as it refers to a musical instrument, as well as the shape of the bass. The final change in a very short time frame was the addition of a Gibson chrome bridge cover (mk VI). It turned out that some people thought the reason Incarnate was doing so well was all because Nick allegedly stole ideas from other major mangas. In 1987 Gene turns up with what looks like a slightly altered version of the Jackson. So the three mentioned is probably two #1's and one #2 (more of which later). The rockstar replied Ice Cube should get in touch when Jimi Hendrix gets into the hip hop hall of fame.. As if things couldnt get any worse, Gene proceeded to tear his shirt and shouted, Hey chicks, sue me!. Whether or not this is the first Axe that Gene got or not is something of a mystery. Pictures showing the back of the LoBue are very few but over the course of 1976 there were a few. Stage Played Pkg n/a. The '73 and '74 models were slightly "rounder" over the horns and had a slightly wider body so considering the look of Gene's Ripper it was probably a 1975 ebony version which sported an alder body (Gibson reverted back to maple in 1977). In the pic from 76.03.12 it's hard to tell whether the back of the body is just worn or if there is a protective cover, but by the time the band hits European soil for the first time, as shown here from Mannheim 76.05.18, there is a distinct reddish overlay screwed onto the back. (The number of replicas that have turned up over the years is a clear indication of the bass' truly iconic status.) I made several of these until we hit a design that is pretty much what he uses today." The rockstar was born in Israel where Gene says his family lived in extreme poverty before they saved enough to emigrate to the States and start a new life. Gene has claimed that he had it painted black before the start of the Alive! For Gene, its simple: he thinks that future rockstars should give up on their dreams as the barriers in the way to the top have become insurmountable. Thankfully, many talented bands have continued to prove Gene wrong in recent years. Thankfully, everyone walked away from the incident without any injuries. In contrast, Spector #2 takes a serious beating throughout (the pics below span the entire tour). The 1970s rock scene was one that had to be enjoyed to be believed. Exact year is unknown but Gibson transitioned to this body type in 1961. Simmons estimates hes sold about 10,000 instruments over the past 10 years. Exactly what happens to the LoBue is matter of some confusion. 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 . It has also been suggested that this one is actually from 1981 but that would make it later than the production model Kramer Axe which would cast some doubt on Carr's statement above. First off there is no Thunderbird logo visible in the few pics showing the white pickguard version which means that it's probably a replacement. The very obvious absence of an Axe during 1990-95, with the possible exception below, might suggest that Gene was in fact trying out various prototypes in preparation of going into the Axe business for himself. But, during the Convention Tour of 1995 this bass was part of the museum and was labeled as a prototype Gene Simmons Axe (see pic and video below). The luthier and Gene's fellow NYC resident (whom Gene describes as a consummate craftsman, something he feels is missing in today's world), would build Gene his first custom bass. Great Eastern FX Co. Focus Fuzz review: The best of all possible fuzz worlds in a single box? This mk III retains the original violin-type bridge. But, during the Convention Tour of 1995 this bass was part of the museum and was labeled as a prototype Gene Simmons Axe (see pic and video below). The headstock featured Gene's autograph and the pointy shape of the head was mirrored by a bizarre pointed part below the bridge. There will be a guitar version and left-handed versions. Thats not individual products. . The second change of the Return of KISS tour are actually two changes. 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. . 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. Just because Gene was a part of the scene doesnt mean that he took part in everything that came his way. Some have wondered why the Kiss star hasnt used his time in the limelight to help other people on their rise to the top. Its another to be such a great performer that you carry on with your show even when you take a tumble. 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. 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. Gene Simmons and his son, Nick, have been spotted at a handful of events together over the years. Apparently, the staff were all in a meeting when Gene burst into the room - unannounced. Gene Simmons is one of those who has proven he has what it takes to keep calm and carry on as he tripped over a raised part of the stage during a performance in Montana back in 2016. "[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. "You can get a Gene Simmons Axe or Punisher signed; they go from $5,000 to $15,000. It might be no surprise that he doesnt always have nice things to say about fallen stars, including Amy Winehouse and Kurt Cobain. The body and hardware can be shaped in any number of ways. Newer Than: Search this thread only; Search this forum only. The G2 Thunderbird Bass is voiced with a pair of powerful T-Bird pickups, each with individual Volume controls and paired with a . For Gene Simmons, playing with Kiss is more than being in a rock and roll band; its about being part of a rock and roll brand. Perhaps its no wonder that Gene has taken his idea of branding the band to the top and cultivated quite the brand over the years? For the past eight years, Thayer has been touring exclusively with a pair of his signature 100-watt Hughes & Kettner DuoTone heads (Thayer . [***]. At first, people thought that Gene was trying to trademark the image itself. At the heart of the axe-shaped Simmons bass is its electronics system. The picture on the far left here clearly shows that the body was beveled where Gene rested his right arm. Talking about rap and hip-hop was enough to get plenty of people talking about Gene Simmons and his ever-changing music views. Sadly, things didnt quite work out for the star. Spector #1 Spector #2 Valdez Axe Carr Axe. Gene simply replied, Nobody. However, some. Spector #1 Spector #2 Thunderbird. This is not a traditional signature model arrangement. On the other hand, Gene seems to think hes a part of the One percent as he confessed to being one of the wealthiest people out there during an interview with the San Diego Union-Tribune. Along with the refinish the knobs were changed to match the new color. . The video clips are from one of the German dates (the blood spitting clip) and Sydney. Apparently, Gene wanted to sue everyone who shared copyrighted files, something that saw his site get taken down by Anonymous. In a rather unprecedented move the bass is left alone with no noticeable modifications. The three-night stand in Detroit from 77.01.27, represented here by the pro-shot video from the third night, is the first sighting of the last incarnation of the LoBue (mk VIII). If I wanted to learn something from Gene Simmons it would be how to run a business and make money. The Serial Number for this Gene Simmons KISS: PUNISHER Bass Guitar is: #00896. Like the best signature models, this is an instrument that ultimately inspires you to sound and play like the musician behind it, while also being capable of a lot more, from Motown to country, and with the right kind of EQ scoop and compression, even slapped funk even if its not aimed at such musicians. The bass icon on bass rigs, riches and 50 years of music. 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. Gene Simmons of KISS will be hosting a MasterClass event in Las Vegas next month, where he will teach bass and songwriting. It seems that not using Gene Simmons name meant she was on her own, and Sophie quickly had to find another way to make her dreams come true. See the Pedulla section. Though he speaks measuredly . 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. The best indicator when it comes to Gene is the belt part of his cod piece which was leather for the Dynasty tour but got very distinct silvery scales for Unmasked.). 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. 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