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Pophouse Announces Acquisition of KISS Catalog, Brand Name and Likenesses

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The Press Release:
Pophouse, the pioneering global entertainment and music investment firm, announces the acquisition of the music catalogue, brand name and likeness – including the world- famous face paint designs – as well as trademarks of the iconic American rock band KISS. This groundbreaking partnership will enable Pophouse to further develop and amplify the unique KISS legacy worldwide: preserving their iconic music, enigmatic personas, and expressive imagery for generations to come. Plans for a biopic, an avatar show, and a KISS themed experience are already in the works. KISS will remain active and play key roles in the development of the projects, working closely together with Pophouse.

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KISS in 1976 by Barry Levine

Pophouse has today concluded a landmark agreement with the iconic band KISS. Pophouse is the Swedish entertainment and music investment firm renowned for its development of brand-building activities in music and entertainment, such as the groundbreaking ABBA Voyage show in London, in which Pophouse is the founding investor.

Pophouse has acquired KISS’ artist share of the master recordings and publishing rights.* Financial terms of the transaction are not being disclosed.
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KISS To Become First U.S. Band To Go Fully Virtual And Stage Avatar Show

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The Press Release:
The Closing Song Of The Final KISS Physical Show Will Be Performed On Stage At Madison Square Garden By Their Avatars: Offering Fans A Preview Of A New Era Of KISS That Will Change Music Performance History

KISS, the legendary rock band known for electrifying live performances over a 50 year career and sales of more than 100 million records worldwide, is marking the end of its physical existence by crossing into the digital world.


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Looking Around The KISS Pop-Up Store In New York City

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New York City legends KISS recently announced their “NYC Takeover” and have revealed a number of awesome agenda items which can be found in a post linked HERE. There is a general KISSteria hitting the Big Apple and one of the awesome events is their Pop-Up Store. You’ve seen us cover such things for Metallica and The Rolling Stones, but now its time to see why KISS is “The Hottest Band In The World”.


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MTA Reveals The Limited-Edition KISS Metrocard

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The Press Release:
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced that MetroCard vending machines at two Manhattan subway stations will be loaded with limited edition cards honoring native New York City rock band KISS ahead of their final shows at Madison Square Garden.

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KISS will play two shows from their “End of the Road” tour at Madison Square Garden on Friday, Dec. 1 and Saturday, Dec. 2.
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KISS Announces New York City Takeover To Celebrate Their Final Shows

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The Announcement:
In honor of the band’s final shows ever, taking place at Madison Square Garden on December 1st and 2nd, various activations and events will be happening all across New York City. Browse the lineup below and take part in celebrating one of the most iconic bands of all time!

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* KISSTORE POP-UP (11/30-12/3) – 248 West 37th Street, New York, NY 10018

* KISS NYC Takeover Google Maps – Easily locate the KISS activation spots pinned throughout the city with the map
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