gene simmons basses through the years
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. 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. Here we get to see it with a studded cover of some sort, probably leather. The first two are just simple changing of the knobs. It's still there in St- Louis 76.12.04 but by 76.12.11 in Pembroke Pines it's been reduced to, well, almost nothing. The bass icon on bass rigs, riches and 50 years of music. In 1978 Gene recalled that: "[I used that bass] For about four years, until one night I threw it to my roadie. One of the least used basses in Gene's arsenal, the Gibson Les Paul Triumph doesn't appear in any live photographs from 1976. Gene and his bass finally did part ways, though by all accounts he was reluctant to give it up. Unlike the EMG PJ set typically found in Simmons Punisher and Axe, however, these high-output humbuckers arent active, so theres no need to worry about battery power. 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. 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. The LoBue was the undisputed no. Maybe gross, maybe cool, but definitely profitable to Mr. Simmons with a starting price of $12,000 per bass. Love him or hate him, Gene Simmons has probably become one of the most high-profile ambassadors of electric bass since Kiss released its self-titled debut album in 1974. By Roy Kaddosh. Below are a couple of pics from rehearsals and the early part of the tour. For some reason the remaining original knobs also get changed at this time, making all three controls black speed knobs. Greg Kennelty. The Kiss aesthetic wont appeal tonon-fans. It has a 30" scale which matches that of the LoBue. 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. Gene Simmons's new haircut. Among the promo pics taken at Stewart Air Force Base 77.11.09 is the photo on the left below which seem to show a hole where the above coverup was placed. That Gene managed to play that bass and actually got something resembling music from it is a true accomplishment. Gone is the original witch-hat knob, in its stead we find a black speed knob. Sadly, things didnt quite work out for the star. We'll let him know. 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. 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. 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. Gene's version is either a '76 or '77 ebony version that was modfied from the get-go. Or why not treat yourself? Since this all-black Spector shows up with both sets of replacement knobs it was re-finished early on. the #2 Spector got the nod. Roland 555 space/echo (for solo) controlled by manipulating the intensity and . 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 . Though he speaks measuredly . Considering the rather complicated control layout, 3 knobs and 4 switches, it was probably not a Gene favorite. It was even Genes love of comic books that saw Kiss adopt many of their stage mannerisms and gimmicks that have made the bands performances so famous 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. But out of costume, the Kiss co-frontman is an equally commanding presence. It seems its something Genes kept up ever since. The one below from Cleveland 79.07.19 is the only one I've found that is actually from 1979. First seen in Detroit on 78.01.20, these knobs will thankfully stay on for quite some time. Spector #1 LoBue custom Thunderbird Dan Armstrong. There was once a time that Gene Simmons appeared to be on Fox News at every waking moment. The basic design of the bass has changed a little through the years and it's been made by several luthiers and companies. Now, Kiss is linked to an incredible number of product categories 3,000 to be precise. We're sorry-this item is unavailable. 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 bridge is a thornier issue. Then, all he needs to do is let it start trickling from his mouth to up the performance. There is something else that Nick Simmons has been working on over the years, and it comes in the form of his graphic novel. According to Gene, hes through with listening to music thats just talking and wants to go back to a time when music focuses on lyrics and melody. We guess Kiss were never known for their rap tunes. That was until a friend suggested Gene get in touch with the singers best friend to try and find a Christmas present. Spector #1 Spector #2 Valdez Axe Carr Axe. I've scammed people all this time The world of Jean-Jacques Burnel. This obviously reflected the economic state of the band at the time, Paul and Ace also had very clear no. Of course, being so open about his relationships hasnt always sat well with everyone else. Perhaps youve found yourself wondering how Gene could have landed himself in such hot water when talking about immigration as he and his family immigrated to the US when he was a child? The picture on the far left here clearly shows that the body was beveled where Gene rested his right arm. 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. Kramer Aluminum Gene Simmons Axe Bass KISS 1980 Black & Gray Autographed by Gene Simmons and numbered w/OHSC, Serial No. The shift to the Jackson comes about just before the European leg of the Lick it up tour. For this occasion Gene borrowed a Thunderbird and proceeded to "thumb" his way through the songs.). This is not a traditional signature model arrangement. Guitar World is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. 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. His wife, Canadian actress and 1982 Playboy Playmate of the Year Shannon Tweed, just shelled out $5.8 million for a Malibu . It wasnt long before people were outraged by the comments, and Gene was forced to apologize. 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. I beat DC in using The Demon they tried to stop me, but I was able to prove that my Demon was far more famous than their Demon character!, By trademarking the name and shape of the Axe, Simmons was able to control who builds the instrument for him, and sure enough hes switched builders many times over the years. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, After that modification number two kicks in and we see another set of knobs. It seems this only made Gene even angrier than ever. 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). Heading to a Kiss concert is about more than listening to some of your favorite tunes. The idea that it was a built-in fuzz is much less likely. According to Gene he met Stuart Spector, then just an upstart luthier working out of a small Brooklyn shop, during the Destroyer sessions. Larry Harris had set up an endorsement deal which apparently specified that the band use Gibsons exclusively on stage in exchange for free instruments (see. 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). She wanted to make sure her music was on the hottest playlists at the time and wouldnt rest until she got the results. The thunder starts with a Shure U4D-UHF into a Radial JD-7 Injector. Why? Theres a good chance that you might have to be prepared for things to go a little wrong. In 2012, Madonna fans were in for a treat as the pop star was lined up to star at the Super Bowl halftime show. Once you do, the ceramic magnets in the Rhythm and Lead T-Bird humbuckers pack a powerful and immediate response, with no shortage of punch and depth, making for a bass that sounds, much like the American groups landmark 1975 release, truly alive. Jan 11, 2009. so I read an article years ago where it talked about gene simmons' live rig, but i couldn't find any info anywhere and the magazine is long gone, so I spoke with his tech Spike and he said basically this is it: 1 SVT-2 Pro. In fact, it couldnt be further from the truth. Though the marriage only lasted for a few years, Gene Simmons her only son was born in . Kiss were Gibson endorsees in those days so it could well be that Simmons got it as a promotional . It might sound impossible, but its true. Photographic evidence doesn't allow for three #1 Spectors, there are only two. We will meet you at a designated area at the venue, prior to the show to organize details etc . The GENE SIMMONS Meet & Greet Bass Signing Includes: - Choice of Gene Simmons Bass, signed & personalized by Gene Simmons. See the Pedulla section. Diana Ross. 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.). Apparently, he didnt like Terrys supposed holier-than-thou attitude. 1's, Paul only changing from his own LoBue custom V when it was stolen. There is only one man that gave us the licks that inspired us to "Rock and Roll All Nite," - Gene Simmons, the legendary rock icon and bassist from KISS. In 1977 the most common location of this mini switch was more or less right below the volume knob (with the bass seen in the playing position), and certain pics show what appear to be a piece of tape (or in some cases a dab of paint) covering up something. Notice also the triangular "point" of the finish. Thats right; the bass player is often seen with blood pouring from his mouth, but dont worry; no bass players are harmed in the making of the act. I love it." Published. The one pic I've seen from San Antonio 77.11.22 is inconclusive as far as what knobs are on the bass. Whether or not the change to the new bridge occured earlier than Cobo Hall 76.01.25 is anybody's guess. [***]. Although he's spent the last 50 years The first G model is a Thunderbird Bass. Oftentimes we find that ownership of an idea is just as important as the idea itself. Let's hope it turns up in somebody's basement. That is probably going to be a very big item. See the evolution of Gene's Bass technique!! Thats not individual products. Gene Simmons has occupied the public consciousness since 1973, when Kiss first burst into the scene. 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. 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. 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.). Things got off to a bad start when Gene started telling inappropriate jokes and only got worse when he began hitting people with copies of his new book. It has the same basic hardware as the #1 but a slightly different body shape and a mirror-like pickguard with a jagged lower edge. Chances are Gene just took the opportunity afforded him by the Gibson sponsorship the band enjoyed at the time (see the back of any KISS album from the time) but found that the basses weren't to his taste. 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. So what is the Axe Bass, then? It looked cool on a piece of paper so I thought it would look cool as a bass., The Axe has become such an integral part to not only KISS, and Genes Demon character, but Gene Simmons himself. 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. My theory is that this is the third Spector mentioned on the Spector web site (I will more or less ignore the all-black curiosity above for now). It appears as if the Fender-style bridge that was previously under the bridge cover is moved back, sans the saddles, and a different bridge used in its stead. Like many, the rockstar was forced to take any job that came his way, including a role as a deli cashier. But for the Fridays TV appearance in January 1982 Spector #2 was back. 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. Had the studs been mounted on the body this would have been completely non-sensical. Let's talk about your Axe basses. Both stars were known for their use of illegal substances, and both lost their lives while they were still in their prime. 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. There was suppose to be 1,000 . The pics below are from a show in January, either on the 21st or 22nd. "So first, it's a through . It usually means the artists miss out on the profits and can have some pretty huge effects. It seems that Gene thinks its time for one genre in particular to disappear: rap. (My guess is that the P-bass pickup was added when it was painted black.) What are you waiting for. Actually, whether it was actually custom made for Gene is an issue on which Gene himself seems less than clear (something that is a recurring theme when Gene talks about his gear and makes the history of his basses a little difficult to untangle). [*] 1996 Guitars that Rule the World, Metal Edge presents KISS Alive! All in all, this first offering from G2 delivers on virtually every front, from the dazzling black diamond aesthetic through to playability and versatility. After the re-finish (more info below) the coverup disappears, most likely because the hole was filled before the finish was applied. Various production versions of the instrument often feature pickup configurations and tone controls that offer a wider tonal palate, but Gene doesnt want anything getting in the way, and so his personal versions feature just a volume control. Sadly, in 2014, Gene upset quite a few people during an interview with HuffPost Live. (Plenty of 1980 shots are improperly labeled 1979 online. Apparently, the staff were all in a meeting when Gene burst into the room - unannounced. The application claimed that Gene first used the gesture in 1974 while posing for a photo with the legend that is Dave Grohl. (And the look of the #1s from behind betrays no evidence of a rear output jack but in all fairness the entire bass isn't visible. The rockstar replied Ice Cube should get in touch when Jimi Hendrix gets into the hip hop hall of fame.. Celebrating 50 years in rock (1966-2016) Gene Simmons, multi-hyphenate entrepreneur, co-founder and front man of KISS, America's number one gold record award-winning group of all time in all categories (RIAA), and one of the most recognized performers in the world, recently announced the . The Vega wireless system is mentioned in KISS Alive Forever on p. 83. However, it was his time as an assistant at Vogue and Glamour magazines that could have led to a very different career. The body is completely original but based on the concept of an old Gibson Melody Maker. It has been suggested that it was a series/parallell switch which is feasible. 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. Watch Marty Friedman play with Megadeth again, Journey and Steve Lukather play Black Magic Woman. The neck has pearl diamond inlays just like Gene's, and the detail in the paint and set up is just like the Demons. 1 810 cab. On the one hand it has an inlay of Gene's makeup on the headstock that looks very similar to the one that Carr did on Spector #1. You've written some truly timeless basslines over the years so what exactly is the Gene Simmons guide to finding the perfect part? "The first project with KISS for me, was when Gene said he wanted a guitar shaped like an executioner's axe. There is no evidence of the Thunderbird actually being used on stage during the Love Gun tour but for the Alive II tour it shows up in a limited number of pictures. Apparently, Gene didnt want to break his mothers heart after her family survived World War II. 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. The body appears to be a slab style with a hint of a bevel on the "inside" of the horns (and possibly where Gene rests his arm; see below). Bath 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. It has a 24 frets and the deep cut away which allows me to easily reach the 23rd and 24th frets - a real bonus. The result? That was until the wires got stuck and what was supposed to be a graceful rise into the air turned into something almost pretty dangerous. Great Eastern FX Co. Focus Fuzz review: The best of all possible fuzz worlds in a single box? Following up on this thread, I found an article on one of the Gibson basses Gene Simmons used in the early years of KISS. Gene Simmons: "Everything Vinnie Vincent did sounded like Yngwie Malmsteen on crack". 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). A customized electric bass guitar - the "Gene Simmons Axe Bass" - was especially created for him by South Korean giant Cort. It wasnt long before people pointed out the sign actually means I love you in sign language. KISS frontman Gene Simmons delivers briefing at Pentagon podium that has not seen a spokesperson in almost a year By Tom Kludt , CNN Business Updated 10:54 AM EDT, Fri May 17, 2019 Since this part relies entirely on picture evidence of miniscule details clicking the individual pictures below will bring up higher-res images. Biography reports that Gene actually worked a host of jobs as he tried to raise money to start his own band. The two Gs have teamed to launch G - a whole range of electric guitar and bass . This mk III retains the original violin-type bridge. According to Simmons' tech at (13:16), "This is the main bass for the show. 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. It looks as though Gene Simmons has plenty of opinions that he wants to share with the world, but not all of them have landed. Would you believe that hes been building a business empire for himself since he was back in college? Gene Simmons, bass guitarist for Kiss, gets ready to breathe fire during the crescendo of "Firehouse," a number performed during a concert in Hartford, Conn., Feb. 18, 1977. The Kramer Axe was fine for playback but for one of very few live TV performances (the first one since 1974?) 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. Heres how it works. They both had the same body shape and the number only designated the number of pickups. If Gene tried to use the Carr Axe live it probably turned out to be too heavy for use. Apparently, Gene wanted to sue everyone who shared copyrighted files, something that saw his site get taken down by Anonymous. Apart from those changes it appears identical to the Jackson right down to the black tuning pegs. (Also seen in Lund, Sweden. Exact year is unknown but Gibson transitioned to this body type in 1961. The second change of the Return of KISS tour are actually two changes. What happens when you want to put on one of the best stage shows the world has ever seen? It's only taken us 50 years to go play the final shows 10 blocks away on 33rd Street, which is Madison Square Garden," the band's bass player, Gene Simmons, said on . For many years, Simmons' primary . See the latest gene simmons celebrity trends and reviews on PremierGuitar.com, the world's foremost authority on all things guitar and bass. . 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. by Jacob Uitti 2 years ago. LoBue custom Gibson Grabber Gibson Ripper. Gene Simmons and his son, Nick, have been spotted at a handful of events together over the years. Spector #1 Spector #2 Thunderbird. Kiss bassist Gene Simmons told UCR about his artistic endeavors during an exclusive interview in August 2021. . More importantly, however, this feels like a real Thunderbird and being handmade in the USA, it very much is one, with an incredibly resonant mahogany body that rings loud acoustically beforeyouve even plugged it in. He is the God Of Thunder, after all. "You can get a Gene Simmons Axe or Punisher signed; they go from $5,000 to $15,000. Gene Simmons is one of the most legendary names in music, thanks to his time with Kiss. One person in particular had plenty to say as Ice Cube took to social media, which started a pretty heated feud between the two. 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. The headstock featured Gene's autograph and the pointy shape of the head was mirrored by a bizarre pointed part below the bridge. Talking about rap and hip-hop was enough to get plenty of people talking about Gene Simmons and his ever-changing music views. I think that when it comes to Bass ( Which I play Bass and Guitar among other instruments! ) Custom Charlie LoBue bass built for Gene Simmons of KISS. Earliest known appearance of this version is 75.05.06 in Milwaukee, WI. There will be a guitar version and left-handed versions. Gene tapped Valdez Guitars to build the first one, then Steve Carr built a few, as did Kramer, Jackson, and Cort. Although he initially apologized for the incident, Gene also accused it of being highly exaggerated and misleading. It seems that we will never know the truth about what happened behind closed doors at the news network. The legendary rocker Gene Simmons has gone through various hairstyles over the previous decade. April 13, 2022. The iconic Kiss bassist promises his new signature instrument is "The most fun you'll be able to have with your pants on". The reddish metal flake Grabber appears at the Midnight Special taping on 75.04.01 where we get a fairly close look at the almost matte finish (and a taste of the obvious sonic qualities it possessed). 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. The passing of Prince was a tragic day for millions of fans across the world. Below are a few early shots of Gene using the LoBue in 1972-73 starting with the loft rehearsals as a three piece, a shot from one of the shows at the Daisy, and . tour. - Bass Certificate of authenticity signed by Gene Simmons. A backstage pic from Atlanta 74.07.18 also seem to suggest some shaping of the back. The bass touts a mahogany body with a bolt on C shaped maple neck and rosewood fretboard with a 15 radius. Thats not the only time that Gene has opened up about his relationships away from the cameras, as the rockstar later confessed that hed actually been with up to 5,000 different women. At least, thats what most lists would have you believe. The bass player was planning on rising up above the stage on some wires. It seems Gene will live to spit blood another day. This wasnt the first time that Gene had found himself on the wrong side of people, and several think it wont be the last. Thats right; the rockstar actually paid his way through college, all thanks to his comic book sales. Tweed and Simmons were together for 28 years before they decided to tie the knot in 2011. However, Gene Simmons had his own views on it all and they werent very popular. The new collection will launch with the release of the G Thunderbird bass later this year. The move to Gibsons during 1975 was purely financial. A Tribute to the Pedulla 1988 MVP4 - The Gene Simmons Vampire Punisher. That one night he dropped it and the neck broke in half." The two volume controls allow for a blend of either orboth pickups, with the rhythm unit alone bringing a wonderfully articulate sound that has enough brightness to retain definition andclarity. Gene has nothing but nice things to say about the stories that have been brought to life and the art thats used throughout each graphic novel. 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These are smaller, all black with a small white dot that shows the naught setting (mk III). However, some. I drew what the Axe might be. While the price tag for the Axe basses might be high, they are often sold as a package deal with other perks. Personal messages from members of The Gene Simmons Bass Collectors Club. Gene Simmons isn't telling California to kiss off yet. It was a stab at the more affordable market then dominated by Fender so it was a straight-forward instrument without fancy inlays and with controls and pickups mounted on the scratchplate. At the end of our show [I] walk offstage and I throw the guitar off the stage, and everyone gasps. The clip is an outtake from the 2012 documentary Sample This. In 2108, Sophie told Harpers Bazaar that she knew she wanted to become a musician since she was four years old. My reference points were people like Paul McCartney. You know, I dont think in those terms, he explains. 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