KISS Drummer Working On Solo Album

June 10, 2003

KISS drummer Peter Criss is reportedly working on his first solo release for his own Catapult label.

The following question-and-answer session was posted on Criss' official web site, www.petercriss.net:

Q: How does it feel to be working on your 1st CD for Catapult Records?

Peter: "A dream come true. I always wanted a company, Not for ego but for art, Do it my way, CD, DVD etc... It feels just great!"

Q: What should your fans expect from your new CD?

Peter: "I can't say what to expect, I just hope you like it whether it's music, movies, art, or a book."

Q: Do you have any song titles yet?

Peter: "'Clowns' and 'Desert'."

Q: What's your drum set-up for the CD so far?

Peter: "We are trying all different set-ups, Looking for the sound."

Q: Are you playing any other instruments on the CD?

Peter: "I am not one of those lucky guys that can play everything. I play and sing and whatever I can do to help make the song better."

Q: If given the opportunity to make a Drum Instructional Video, Would you want to?

Peter: "Some day. That would be cool. But I would do it my way. I've seen ones and they all start looking the same. So I would try to set it up so the player/viewer would have more fun."

Q: You mentioned that you might have a DVD coming out as well. Could you give us a hint what might be on it?

Peter: "No. Surprises are good."

Q: How is your book coming along?

Peter: "I had to stop for now. But that is cool I can add this [upcoming] tour [with AEROSMITH] to it."

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