Episode 43 - KISS MEETS THE PHANTOM OF THE PARK

In 2012 I had the honor of contributing to the KISS tourbook/magazine for their then-forthcoming album Monster and corresponding tour, and for the project I did a retrospective on their 1978 Hanna-Barbera-produced TV movie KISS MEETS THE PHANTOM OF THE PARK. For the piece I interviewed director Gordon Hessler, star Anthony Zerbe, producer Terry Morse Jr. and Gene Simmons, and in this episode of the Radio Hour I present those never-before-heard interviews as originally recorded, along with input from Ace Frehley, Paul Stanley, and Peter Criss on what was a wild production at a pivotal moment in the band's career. I dive deep on historical context of where the band was at this moment, their zenith. It is a fascinating examination of an under-explored made-for-TV gem from one of rock's most enduring acts.

Also included are listener voicemails on the topic of long overdue "deluxe edition" physical media releases, Reverend Entertainment news, and more.

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