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Kiss at 50

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With this beautifully produced book, relive the extraordinary history of the of the hottest band in the land through 50 milestone events.

Formed in New York City in 1973, Kiss became one of the most popular and best-selling bands in rock history with their inventive stage presence and heavy, hook-filled catalog, both ideally suited for packing hockey arenas and football stadiums. This richly illustrated book from prolific rock journalist Martin Popoff
pays tribute to the band on the occasion of their 50th anniversary by curating and examining the 50 most significant milestones. This exquisite volume features:
 
  • Sturdy hardcover format
  • Stunning concert and candid offstage photography, much of it never before published
  • Images of memorabilia, including gig posters, 7-inch picture sleeves, ticket stubs, and more
  • Gatefold Kiss timeline

Popoff covers everything down through the decades:
 
  • The band’s formation on the New York club scene
  • Their fortuitous signing to the Casablanca label
  • Infamous TV appearances, including Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park
  • The formation of the famous Kiss Army fan club
  • Mega tours undertaken in support of the LPs
  • Interband conflicts and personnel changes
  • The band’s 1980s “unmasking”
  • Innovative marketing such as comic books and the Kiss Convention
  • And, of course, each of the landmark studio LPs

The result is an epic tribute to one of the most influential and admired bands in rock history—in a milestone year.


Editorial Reviews

Review

"Martin Popoff’s book is a recommendation from me."

Bruce Kulick, former Kiss guitarist

"...gets into the nitty gritty detail that a card-carrying member of the KISS Army can appreciate...what makes Popoff’s writing a bit refreshingly different here is that he seems to give voice to many varied and common opinions of fans about both the high and low points of KISStory."Houston Press

"All the important stand out moments are covered here, making this a welcoming engagement for KISS fans to see how one of their own, found in Martin Popoff, offers explanations, and gets critical in his case studies."Spill Magazine

"I would be remiss not to discuss how gorgeous this book is....you wanted the best, you got the best. Popoff and Motorbooks combine forces for a fine tribute to the hottest band in the land." Metal-Rules.com

About the Author

Working out of Toronto, Canada, Martin Popoff (martinpopoff.com) has penned more than 100 books on hard rock, heavy metal, classic rock, and record collecting, including Rush: The Illustrated History, The Clash: All the Albums, All the Songs, Led Zeppelin: All the Albums, All the Songs, Pink Floyd: Album by Album, Bowie at 75, AC/DC at 50, and Kiss at 50. In addition, he has appeared in Revolver, Guitar WorldGoldmineRecordCollector, bravewords.com, lollipop.com, and hardradio.com. Martin also worked on the award-winning documentaries Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage and ZZ Top: That Little Ol’ Band from Texas for Banger Films.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome

B. · September 26, 2025

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5.0 out of 5 stars Happy 50th Anniversary KISS!

M.9. · March 11, 2025

I just received this book yesterday and I must say it is quite impressive. The pictures are beautiful, the layout is top notch and the chronology is accurate. I am more of a casual KISS fan but I figured for their 50th anniversary I would buy the book.The writer Martin Popoff is superb at his craft. I cannot believe the number of books he has written on rock bands. I have yet to read this book but I plan on doing so very soon. I attended two of KISS’ End of the Road tour dates in Los Angeles in 2019 and 2023.I figured this book can be a reminder of the on again off again relationship I have had with this band. I followed them from 1977-1979 and again from 1982-1985. The rest of the years I attended shows here and there.I want to thank KISS for introducing me to rock music. They were a gateway to so many other bands and music genres.I believe this book will be the bookend of my life with KISS. Thank you Martin for what looks to be an amazing book! Looking forward to reading it!🤘🏻

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good!!

J. · September 1, 2025

I enjoyed the book. It is very interesting. I would recommend this book to any kiss fan.

5.0 out of 5 stars Kiss is Awesome!

A.C. · August 19, 2025

Awesome book about an awesome band!

4.0 out of 5 stars Good

d.k. · December 29, 2024

All good...

5.0 out of 5 stars Great view of KISS that may not align with every fan

K.M. · March 21, 2025

This book is a ton of fun. I love Reading Martin's reviews and his books. I can tell you I don't agree with a lot of his opinions on albums but I really do enjoy hearing what he has to say. I think that you realize that you don't have to agree with someone to respect them for what they think. He likes to take some shots at my favorite band here but that doesn't hurt my feelings.

5.0 out of 5 stars KISS is no more

G. · March 25, 2024

Well, they finished the "End-of-the-Road Tour" after 50 years of giving us great hard-rock music. I'm a huge fan and found this book to be every-bit-as-entertaining as KISS's own products (which this is NOT a KISS product). Nice job. Well done. Great pics. If you're a KISS fan (I am), get this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars LEGENDARY BAND

H. · January 12, 2025

This book was a gift for a fellow KISS FANATIC across the miles. He loves it

Perfect for the true KISS fan.

P.P. · September 9, 2025

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KISS At 50

J.C.S.P. · February 6, 2025

Excelente libro biográfico de la banda, con innumerables fotos y de muy buena calidad

Kiss Collector

R. · January 9, 2024

Ovviamente da avere nella propria collezione.

Perfect Kiss coffee table book

S.W. · April 28, 2024

Great publication with photos I hadn’t seen before. Great concept with great stories!

Highly recomended book

R. · February 12, 2024

I have several books from Martin Popoff and this is one of the best. Very enjoyable. Excellent pictures very well written....a must have for every Kiss collector.

Kiss at 50

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Kiss at 50

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Kiss at 50-0
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Description:

With this beautifully produced book, relive the extraordinary history of the of the hottest band in the land through 50 milestone events.

Formed in New York City in 1973, Kiss became one of the most popular and best-selling bands in rock history with their inventive stage presence and heavy, hook-filled catalog, both ideally suited for packing hockey arenas and football stadiums. This richly illustrated book from prolific rock journalist Martin Popoff
pays tribute to the band on the occasion of their 50th anniversary by curating and examining the 50 most significant milestones. This exquisite volume features:
 
  • Sturdy hardcover format
  • Stunning concert and candid offstage photography, much of it never before published
  • Images of memorabilia, including gig posters, 7-inch picture sleeves, ticket stubs, and more
  • Gatefold Kiss timeline

Popoff covers everything down through the decades:
 
  • The band’s formation on the New York club scene
  • Their fortuitous signing to the Casablanca label
  • Infamous TV appearances, including Kiss Meets the Phantom of the Park
  • The formation of the famous Kiss Army fan club
  • Mega tours undertaken in support of the LPs
  • Interband conflicts and personnel changes
  • The band’s 1980s “unmasking”
  • Innovative marketing such as comic books and the Kiss Convention
  • And, of course, each of the landmark studio LPs

The result is an epic tribute to one of the most influential and admired bands in rock history—in a milestone year.


Editorial Reviews

Review

"Martin Popoff’s book is a recommendation from me."

Bruce Kulick, former Kiss guitarist

"...gets into the nitty gritty detail that a card-carrying member of the KISS Army can appreciate...what makes Popoff’s writing a bit refreshingly different here is that he seems to give voice to many varied and common opinions of fans about both the high and low points of KISStory."Houston Press

"All the important stand out moments are covered here, making this a welcoming engagement for KISS fans to see how one of their own, found in Martin Popoff, offers explanations, and gets critical in his case studies."Spill Magazine

"I would be remiss not to discuss how gorgeous this book is....you wanted the best, you got the best. Popoff and Motorbooks combine forces for a fine tribute to the hottest band in the land." Metal-Rules.com

About the Author

Working out of Toronto, Canada, Martin Popoff (martinpopoff.com) has penned more than 100 books on hard rock, heavy metal, classic rock, and record collecting, including Rush: The Illustrated History, The Clash: All the Albums, All the Songs, Led Zeppelin: All the Albums, All the Songs, Pink Floyd: Album by Album, Bowie at 75, AC/DC at 50, and Kiss at 50. In addition, he has appeared in Revolver, Guitar WorldGoldmineRecordCollector, bravewords.com, lollipop.com, and hardradio.com. Martin also worked on the award-winning documentaries Rush: Beyond the Lighted Stage and ZZ Top: That Little Ol’ Band from Texas for Banger Films.

Reviews:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome

B. · September 26, 2025

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5.0 out of 5 stars Happy 50th Anniversary KISS!

M.9. · March 11, 2025

I just received this book yesterday and I must say it is quite impressive. The pictures are beautiful, the layout is top notch and the chronology is accurate. I am more of a casual KISS fan but I figured for their 50th anniversary I would buy the book.The writer Martin Popoff is superb at his craft. I cannot believe the number of books he has written on rock bands. I have yet to read this book but I plan on doing so very soon. I attended two of KISS’ End of the Road tour dates in Los Angeles in 2019 and 2023.I figured this book can be a reminder of the on again off again relationship I have had with this band. I followed them from 1977-1979 and again from 1982-1985. The rest of the years I attended shows here and there.I want to thank KISS for introducing me to rock music. They were a gateway to so many other bands and music genres.I believe this book will be the bookend of my life with KISS. Thank you Martin for what looks to be an amazing book! Looking forward to reading it!🤘🏻

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good!!

J. · September 1, 2025

I enjoyed the book. It is very interesting. I would recommend this book to any kiss fan.

5.0 out of 5 stars Kiss is Awesome!

A.C. · August 19, 2025

Awesome book about an awesome band!

4.0 out of 5 stars Good

d.k. · December 29, 2024

All good...

5.0 out of 5 stars Great view of KISS that may not align with every fan

K.M. · March 21, 2025

This book is a ton of fun. I love Reading Martin's reviews and his books. I can tell you I don't agree with a lot of his opinions on albums but I really do enjoy hearing what he has to say. I think that you realize that you don't have to agree with someone to respect them for what they think. He likes to take some shots at my favorite band here but that doesn't hurt my feelings.

5.0 out of 5 stars KISS is no more

G. · March 25, 2024

Well, they finished the "End-of-the-Road Tour" after 50 years of giving us great hard-rock music. I'm a huge fan and found this book to be every-bit-as-entertaining as KISS's own products (which this is NOT a KISS product). Nice job. Well done. Great pics. If you're a KISS fan (I am), get this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars LEGENDARY BAND

H. · January 12, 2025

This book was a gift for a fellow KISS FANATIC across the miles. He loves it

Perfect for the true KISS fan.

P.P. · September 9, 2025

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KISS At 50

J.C.S.P. · February 6, 2025

Excelente libro biográfico de la banda, con innumerables fotos y de muy buena calidad

Kiss Collector

R. · January 9, 2024

Ovviamente da avere nella propria collezione.

Perfect Kiss coffee table book

S.W. · April 28, 2024

Great publication with photos I hadn’t seen before. Great concept with great stories!

Highly recomended book

R. · February 12, 2024

I have several books from Martin Popoff and this is one of the best. Very enjoyable. Excellent pictures very well written....a must have for every Kiss collector.

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