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Q&A Archive 2008
QUESTION 1: Hi Tommy! First of all, I want to thank you for your role in keeping KISS rocking for the past two decades. I've been a fan since the seventies, and it's great that you're not only the lead guitarist, but a huge fan of the band as well. I'm guessing that I have you to thank for the addition of songs like "Love Her All I Can" and "Kissin' Time" to the set in recent years. My question is regarding the non-make-up material that featured Bruce Kulick on guitar. I know that the Les Paul is almost as much a part of the spaceman persona as the silver make up and lightning bolts, but I was wondering if you would ever consider using a guitar equipped with a whammy bar for songs like "Unholy" and "Tears are Falling." Are you guys going for more of an Ace Frehley vibe on the Bruce stuff? Also, is there any chance of you convincing Gene and Paul to add Carnival of Souls material? Many of us really love that album and would enjoy hearing it live. Hope to see you and the rest of KISS in New York in 2008! - Charlie K, Wantaugh, NY
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May 2007 Q&A with Tommy Thayer!
Question 1: Tommy, I just want to thank you for your continued support of our Armed Forces. I have been with the KISS Army forever, and the Air Force for 17 years. I want you to know how much you are appreciated as a member of KISS, and your undaunted support for the troops. I truly enjoyed meeting you on the Rock The Nation Tour backstage, it was an honor to meet such humble person. Good luck to you and all your endeavors, and I can't wait to see you and/or your work, which is truly first class. Thanks for all you do.
- Brent Mickley, Ellsworth Air Force Base, South DakotaQuestion 2: Hi Tommy, I love your guitar style. It is reminds me some of Steve Clark/Def Leppard style. Anyway, about your guitar gear... Do you prefer Les Pauls that have a wide 50's neck or slim 60's? Do you also use stock Gibson pickups or aftermarket Duncans?
Kind Regards, Ken Crouch, Memphis, TennesseeQuestion 3: Hello Tommy, I saw you and Gene bowling on the Rock the Nation DVD and was wondering how long you have been a bowler and your highest score?
Peace, Kevin Corren, Sunnyvale, CaliforniaQuestion 4: Hi Tommy, I read recently that the Rock The Nation Live! DVD achieved platinum status for sales in the US, is that true? The reason I ask is because I hadn't heard anything about it.
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April 2007 Q&A with Tommy Thayer
Question 1: Do you and Ace ever speak or even have a friendship at any level?
- Billy Hahn, Bradford, ILQuestion 2: Hey Tommy I am a new KISS fan and I am from India. I thought u rock and you're one of my fav guitarists. I was wondering when u guys will come to India and if u do, plz come to Hyderabad. Man, could u give me some tips in playing the guitar like u? Thanx!
- Rahul, Hyderabad, IndiaQuestion 3: Hey Tommy, I think your guitar skills are awesome and I just wanted to know if you ever got lessons when you were a kid? I am 13 and my mates and I love KISS, so we are starting a band and learning how to play all of KISS's songs. Thanks Tommy.
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January 2007 Q&A with Tommy Thayer
Question 1: Hey Tommy, I'm a really big fan of yours. You are a great guitar player and I would say a very good role model. I would like to ask you, say if the planets line up and KISS makes a new album what do you think your guitar solo technique would be? Do you think you will stay closer to Aces solos or would you start your own type of sound?
- Jay Bendici, Toronto, Ontario CanadaQuestion 2: Hello Tommy. I was just wondering who your favorite guitar players are? I play guitar too. I grew up listening to Eddie, Randy, Ace, Angus and of course Jimi.
- Mario, Chicago, IllinoisQuestion 3: Hi Tommy, I am in a band called "Ace." Suprisingly, it didn't evolve from Ace Frehley's name! Anyway, we are planning to play an instrumental rendition of "Love Gun" in a few of our shows. I realized that on the "Love Gun" record and on other songs, it seems as if you guys are not tuned in standard tune. Am I correct? If so, could you kindly tell me how you guys tune your guitars? I would love to hear form you. Thanks for your time.
- Kameron, Grundy, VirginiaQuestion 4: Hey Tommy, I was just wondering what kind of guitar and equipment I would need for getting my third guitar? Is there any kind of foot pedals you would also recommend for me?
- Tommy White, Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada -
December 2006 Q&A with Tommy Thayer!
Question 1: Gene stated in his book KISS & Makeup that there was no real place in the current market for a new KISS album and that it would take an "earth shattering event" to get back into the studio. That was in 2001, do you feel that this is still the case, and/or has there ever been discussions about the possibility of a new KISS album in recent years?
Question 2: Out of all the members in the band, who do you get along with most (Peter Criss included)?
Question 3: I am a huge KISS fan, I have one question: What will be on KISSOLOGY Vol. 2?
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September 2006
Question 1: Where/when did you see your first KISS concert?
Question 2: Did you play any sports in school?
Question 3: Tommy, you have been working for the KISS Machine for many years. You've done everything from DVD production, opening Credits For Detroit Rock City to acutally being a member of the band as the new spaceman. My Questions is simple, out of everything you done in & With KISS, what do you enjoy doing the most?
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July 2006 Q&A With Tommy Thayer!
Question #1 Have you ever considered playing with anyone else while in KISS like Eric Singer does for Alice Cooper?
Question #2 Rumor has it that on the tour in 2007, you will have a guitar solo and you may even be doing the smoking guitar and/or the rockets from the guitar neck. Any truth to these rumors?
Question #3 Did you ever have a backup plan In case you didn't make it in music? And if so what was it?
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June 2006 Q&A With Tommy Thayer!
Question #1 Would you ever consider doing a one-off with Black 'N Blue if it were for a charity benefit?
Question #2 Have any guitar companies approached you yet to make a signature guitar?
Question #3 What (so far) has been your favorite moment in KISS?
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May 2006 Q&A With Tommy Thayer!
Question #1 How long did it take for you to feel comfortable getting around in the moonboots?
Question #2 At what part of a show are you completely unaware of the audience because you have "entered the zone"?
Question #3 All concerts must be a rush to perform, but is there one show that sticks out you really wished could have went on a little longer?
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April 2006 Q&A With Tommy Thayer!
Question #1 I have always wondered how you guys put your makeup on so straight and neat? How is that done, man?
Question #2 What are your thoughts on the 2005 Queen + Paul Rodgers tour?
Question #3 How do you mentally or physically prepare for a show?
