KISS Announces Las Vegas Avatar Show Launch with New Songs in 2028

Get ready to rock and roll all night as KISS brings their iconic avatars to Las Vegas, featuring classic hits and brand-new tunes.

A New Chapter in KISS History: Avatar Shows Take Center Stage

If you’ve been a die-hard KISS fan, you know the band has never been shy about pushing boundaries. Well, hold onto your face paint, because KISS is launching a groundbreaking avatar show in Las Vegas, set to debut in 2028. This isn’t just some gimmick; it promises a spectacular blend of their legendary stage personas and fresh musical surprises.

At the very last stop of their farewell tour in December 2023 at Madison Square Garden, the band revealed their bold new direction: live shows where their digital avatars take over the spotlight. Picture this — after the real band left the stage, their holograms powered through a powerful rendition of ‘God Gave Rock And Roll To You’. It was a mesmerizing glimpse of what’s to come.

The classic KISS lineup immortalized in their iconic face paint

From Skepticism to Spectacular: The Evolution of KISS Avatars

Initial reactions to the digital avatars were mixed, to say the least. But Gene Simmons wasn’t discouraged. He openly acknowledged that the avatars would “get better” and revealed a jaw-dropping investment of around $200 million was happening behind the scenes to perfect the technology.

This ambitious venture is being produced by Pophouse Entertainment, the same masterminds who brought us ABBA’s legendary ‘Voyage’ show—an avatar experience that has wowed audiences worldwide and recently celebrated welcoming its four-millionth visitor in London. Now, Pophouse is bringing its expertise stateside for KISS’s avatar extravaganza.

Las Vegas, Here They Come: What to Expect from the Avatar Experience

In an interview with Pollstar Magazine, Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley dropped more tantalizing details. The Las Vegas avatar show is tentatively planned for a 2028 premiere and will be Pophouse’s first major US-based avatar concert.

Simmons teased, “It’s going to be the iconic face personas, the Demon, the Starchild and so on. Who you want to place into that line-up is up to you.” Imagine customizing your ideal KISS lineup, blending the familiar and the new!

When asked about the setlist, Stanley promised “all the classics through the years and some surprises,” while Simmons added a delicious twist: fans will hear “new songs” written by the band specifically for this futuristic show. This fusion of nostalgia and innovation is exactly the kind of rock ‘n’ roll magic that KISS fans crave.

A Slight Shift in the Timeline but No Less Exciting

Originally, the band hinted that fans could catch their avatars as early as 2027. Shortly after the Madison Square Garden showcase, KISS released a teaser video captioned: “50 years is a long time, and what the future holds is in the making,” with a cryptic promise that “2027 a show is coming.” While the launch has now shifted to 2028, anticipation continues to build.

Stanley also likened the avatar show to “Cirque Du Soleil meets Star Wars and a KISS concert,” an exciting mashup promising dazzling visuals, high-tech spectacle, and of course, those unforgettable KISS theatrics. The avatars, he claims, will look “identical” to the band members we’ve adored for decades — a true digital resurrection.

Watch the introductory video from Madison Square Garden where KISS unveiled their avatar concept:
New KISS Avatar Era Introduction Madison Square Garden 12-2-2023

Side Notes: KISS Alumni and Surprising Sales

While the band prepares to resurrect themselves in digital form, former KISS guitarist Vinnie Vincent has been making headlines with a unique marketing approach. He recently defended selling his new album exclusively in master format for an eye-popping $2 million — a bold move after already pricing a limited-edition single at $225. Talk about collector’s items on a cosmic scale!

Ready to Rock the Future?

The leap to digital avatars is a brave new frontier for KISS, blending cutting-edge tech with timeless rock spirit. For fans who’ve journeyed with the band through decades of face paint, pyrotechnics, and power chords, the idea of seeing their heroes reborn as digital legends is thrilling.

“It’s going to be the iconic face personas, the Demon, the Starchild and so on. Who you want to place into that line-up is up to you.”
— Gene Simmons

Will these avatar shows redefine what it means to experience a live concert? Can new songs breathe fresh life into KISS’s already legendary catalog? One thing’s for sure: 2028 in Las Vegas is going to be one unforgettable rock ‘n’ roll night.

FAQ

• How much is being invested in the KISS avatar technology?
  Approximately $200 million is being poured into perfecting the digital avatar shows.
• When is the KISS Las Vegas avatar show expected to launch?
  The show is tentatively scheduled for 2028.
• Will the avatar shows feature new music?
  Yes, the band has confirmed that new songs written specifically for the show will be included alongside classic hits.
• Who is producing the KISS avatar shows?
  Production is overseen by Pophouse Entertainment, known for ABBA’s successful ‘Voyage’ avatar show.
• What can fans expect the avatar show to look like?
  Paul Stanley described it as “Cirque Du Soleil meets Star Wars and a KISS concert,” promising stunning visuals and avatars that look identical to the band members.

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