8/27/2008 Subject: The old stuff Hi Peter, I really respect your love for the music. I like the old stuff. I grew up in R.I. where I started listening to your early stuff. It was my introduction to rock music. The only thing I remember before that is my mom listening to Elvis. I still listen to Elvis. Love the Beatles. I was wondering if you ever met John Lennon or was that a little before your success? Couldn't think of anything cooler than to have a friend like you. I like the way you stand for what you believe in and didn't like the idea of selling out. You are a stand up guy from what I can see. Jim Welsh
8/26/2008 Subject: I want you little giant ! Hi Peter. . I hope you´ll be fine when you recieve this e-mail.I´m 42 and I grow up with your music in KISS,only wanna tell you thanks for all these years,I play guitar and compose some songs. . . but,It´s realy difficult to dedicate 24 hours to the music.I´ve a family and my wife gets insane,she was detected cancer at the esttomago (sorry,I dónt know how said in english) and I made a promess. . you know what? I let the musicgo. . . and she´s recovering at all. . . I believe in God and I realy dónt know if was my promess or medicine. . . but She is very well rigth now.Peter. . . thanks to you and you got to know that you make me cry with lirycs like BLUE MOON OVER BROOKLIN. . . I dónt know what else to said.Just thank and if you recieve this mail . . . let me know that. Kisses to you and all the people you love.From Argentina. . . one more fan.
Eddie
8/26/2008 Subject: Hello Who would have ever thought back in 1977 that I would be sitting here today writing to you. The ripe ole age of 12 and my 1st tryout for kickline was to a KISS song!!! Loved you all back then and still do at 43!!!! Thanks for the music. It got me through some dark times.
XXXDonnaOOO
8/26/2008 Subject: Hello! Hi Peter,
I've been a life long KISS fan and I'm still a huge fan of yours. I'm looking forward to your new CD and we need to see you in Canada! I have All for one and I love it, so keep up the great work. You're the original, the best. Your drumming style on all of the classic KISS songs is evident and makes those songs stand the test of time to this day. I also wanted to say I really enjoyed the article in 40/74. You look amazing, at peace and are a true rock star.
Take care and I can't wait for the new CD.
Regards,
Les
8/24/2008 Subject: hi peter!! Over the summer I discovered KISS, and over the summer, I have become obsessed with KISS. My opinion is you are one of the greatest drummers who ever lived, and although I think you were one of the only truly talented members of KISS ( the others being Ace and Paul, Gene is more of just a showoff) I've come to learn about and love all of you, and I can't judge any of the replacements because my mother has always told me, don't judge who you don't know, which is true, as much as I'd prefer you and Ace, I can't judge Tommy nor Eric because I don't know them and have never seen them in concert. However, that does not change the fact that you are amazing, KISS has inspired me to embrace my creativity and be unique, you guys have showed me that it's ok to follow my dreams and be myself, and for that you have my thanks. I love listening to your music, it helps me work harder and faster to achieve my goals and inspires me for various drawings. My mom thinks your a musical genius too, and she's not much of a KISS fan, in fact, I discovered KISS on my own, with the help of the internet. Neither of my parents like nor listen to KISS or you, no one in my school does either, at least not as much as I do, thats for sure. I even have a KISS backpack!! Well, while I'm typing, I might as well mention that we have the same birthday, I think thats really cool. On December 20th I'm going to turn 13.
Oh and by the way!! in my middle school we have a project called Worlds Fair and Im hoping I will get History of Rock and Roll for my project, I want to pay tribute to the REAL rock bands, no, not Panic! at the Disco and not MCR, I'm talkin' about The Beatles, KISS, Alice Cooper, Twisted Sister, Franki Valli etc. ( I was raised on oldies music and continue to love it) during my project Im gonna try and get together an Ace Frehley Dynasty costume for my outfit for that evening ('cause I think that costume is really prettiful :D ) and if I can, I'll try and get my friend to put on your makeup, 'cause you and Ace are totally awesome, dude!!!! Well god bless you and I wish you a great life!! Bye bye now!!!
8/24/2008 Subject: "Peter Criss on the drums!" How I long to hear those words again! I truly wish G&P would come to their senses and bring back You and "Ace Frehley - lead guitar!"
As far as I'm concerned, they're DONE!
I hope this finds you doing well and I hope to see you doing some appearances SOON!
Yes, there's only ONE Catman!
And there's only ONE Space Ace!
God Bless You and Your Family!
Dotti
Pennsylvania
8/21/2008 Subject: Fan from way back Peter,
I remember the first time that I saw you guys. It was on (I think) a Paul Lynde halloween special; and you sang "Beth". At that moment I was hooked and bought the single, every birthday a KISS album was the present I wanted (Dressed to Kill was my first). I'm 45 now and still love the "old" KISS. After you and Ace were gone I stopped listening to the "new" stuff.
Gene is a pompus ass who's strictly interested in money. YOU were in love with the dream. I wonder what's next for them... franchising KISS? Asian KISS! Mexican KISS. Kind of like "The Wiggles" franchising a Manderin version of themselves. At the current rate I imagine that they just put ads in the paper saying, "Drummer needed. Must fit into costume". KISS has abondaned being a band and instead is a brandname. Who the hell wants a KISS toothbrush? It cheapens the entire story of how you came to be. It died for me a long time ago, but I still have the albums that you were on with Ace. Nice memories. Thank you for them.
Liam McKay
West Palm Beach, FL
8/18/2008 Subject: FROM ITALY HY,PETER,
I'M A KISS FAN FROM THE DAYS OF "ALIVE II",I WAS 12 YEARS OLD.NOW I'M ALMOST 43.
I WAS VERY HAPPY WITH THE REUNION OF '96 WITH THE ORIGINAL LINE UP:KISS IS THE ORIGINAL FOUR.NO WAY!.
I HAD THE CHANCE TO SEE YOU IN MILAN IN 1999.WHAT A NIGHT!.FOR THE FIRST AND LAST TIME IN MY LIFE I'VE SEEN MY R'N'R HEROS!.ROKKIN' UNFORGETTABLE!.
YOU CAN PUT THE SAME MAKE UP ON THE FACE OF EVERYONE YOU WANT,BUT,BEHIND THE MASK THERE'S ANOTHER FACE,NOT YOUR OR ACE!.
NO DOUBT ABOUT IT!.SO,THEY CAN TELL ALL THEINGS THEY WANT,THAT KISS CAN BE EVERYONE YOU WANT,THE RESULT IT'S THE SAME.ONLY BULL****!.
I'M REALLY SAD HERING THAT,BUT,FOR ME,YOU ARE THE ORIGINAL CATMAN,AS ACE THE ORIGINAL SPACE WALKER.AGAIN,NO WAY ABOUT IT!.
FOR THE FUTURE I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST AND THANK YOU FOR REAL GOOD KISSIN' R'N'R'!.
Gianluigi"ROKKER"Rossetti
8/18/2008 Hey Peter,
My name is Justin and I'm 14 and i've benn playing drums for less than two years. I've been a KISS fan since I heard about KISS. But I'm also a Peter Criss fan. When I started listening to your jazz, you inspired me, so me being in the school band, I auditioned for the school jazz band... and made it! I beat my friend whos been playing for 9 years. I like rock n' roll better than jazz but not by much. Keep playin your heart out and I'll play mine!
From a huge fan,
Justin
P.S.: You used to be good frinds with my uncle from back in the day.
8/16/2008 Subject: Wazup Catman Hey Peter you are an awesome drummer i always admired your drumming Hey catman what if you and Ace Frehley make a band i mean you guys are the best it will make people really happy to see you guys play. ROCK ON
8/16/2008 Subject: hi hi peter, my name is ken and im 41 years old and have been a diehard fan since i was 12, i have heard in interviews where fans have said your music changed their lives, well i have to agree, when i was 12 i saw some guys at school dressed up like you guys and i bugged my cousin till he gave me a 45 that had detroit rock city on it and i played it over and over until i decided to flip it over and there was beth and i was hooked, i believe up until that time my favorite band was the bay city rollers so i can definately say you guys changed my life lol. i know beth is most fans favorite song but alltime favorites was hard-luck woman and also by myself off your solo album. i loved your last album and still hope to catch you on tour or at an appearance cause ill never give up on my dream on meeting you guys in person and to shake your hand and thank you for rocking nearly 30 years of my life so far. keep on rocking ken
8/14/2008 hi peter
first of all there will be no grammar in this message
my name is cory faraci iam from winnipeg manitoba canada
i m 40 yrs old and a drummer and italiano.i play in the busiest and most popular cover band in my city(whoppee) just kidding its alot of fun except i also hate my bass player haha. i have met quite a few famous drummers in my time
but 100000 years is what made me want to play live i had wanted to be a famous drummer as well and am and had the talent but s**t happens and became a father instead
which i do not regret so now i still get my kicks playing for 3 400 people and play every weekend i am not a starstruck person but i found your website and bought your interveiw video and besides me not being famous we have a lot in common i dont want anything from you because although not a famous drummer i do very well in my other career and i just wanted to say that KISS would not have been what is is if peter crisscola was not behind the drums and also your personal song writing it was the thing that took KISS to the top besides all of the glam i mean what was the biggest hit hmm could it have been beth but really black diamond hard luck strange days and on are some of the most powerful songs kiss ever had and although eric was a good drummer he could have never brought what you did to the band .....ah gene.....ahem.....i know your a busy person but i would relly like to correspond with you personally.
best regards your pison
CORY FARACI
8/13/2008 Subject: The Day Has Come I knew that one day I would have a chance to communicate with a founding member of KISS, and who better than Master Drummer Peter Criss!!! I love it that you are so into your fans. You Mr. Criss are AWESOME!!! My brother Nick and I have been a KISS fan since 1977 at the age of seven when I discovered KISS. Peter, your music is the best of the four and you (and we and many, many fans) know it.
In awe of your many talents,
Ray Curtsinger
8/12/2008 Subject: Greetings Neighbor! Hey Peter,
I live in Bergen County and even though you're a fairly long distance from me, it's still cool to know that the (REAL) Catman and my all time favorite member of KISS is my neighbor! I won't bother getting into everything that happened with Gene and Paul because I can't possibly add anything that hasn't already been said. I just want to say that I'm glad you're doing well and that you're still writing music. Maybe one day, you'll see fit to collaborate with Ace on an album. That would be phenominal!
Anyway, maybe our paths will cross one of these days which would totally make my day! In the meantime I just want to say, God Bless You and Gigi and keep rockin', Peter. You're the greatest!
Sincerely,
Justin J. Rivera
Fairview, New Jersey
8/11/2008 Subject: Peter criss Peter
i want to tell you, kiss music kept me going. As a young man i was told i have a bone disease that will eventurly keep me in a chair. that was 30+ years ago.. i says thanks to you because i loved the big sound of your drums, my parents bought me a set CB700 5 peace.. well 30+ years later and a few bands later I'm still standing and giving it to the old lady..she says thank you..hehe.. thank you thank you..
i dig the old stuff from kiss and will hope that the EGOs of the demon and star child see the light. God bless you Peter and thank you for giving me a reason to get up in the morning. you are my Hero..
P.Elliott
Denver Colorado..
8/8/2008 Subject: The Truth Pete,
This is my first time writing. I have been a fan of Kiss having listened to the music since the very first album was released in 1973. For the record, I believe there is always going to be bad blood and disagreement, even between the best of friends. The fact of the matter is Peter, Paul, Ace and Gene are Kiss. There is no substitute. I stopped seeing Kiss when you and Ace left both times. I have the utmost respect for all four of you and will always remember Kiss as the four original members. That is where the magic came from and still remains.
Thank you, take care, and God Bless.
Loyal member of the Kiss Army till the end.
Respectfully, Jim From Muncy, PA
8/7/2008 Subject: Saluti from Sicily,Italy to Mr. Peter Criss. Hello Mr. Criss,
I'm writing to you from Palermo,Italy. Thank you for being a part in my life. I was born and raised in California, but was forced to follow my parents back to Sicily at the age of 13. I am now 41 but still attached to my past, to the USA and especially to you and to the Kiss group.
Very honored to make your acquaintance one day, please accept my kindest regards.
Grazie, Angelo Militello.
8/6/2008
HI PETER MY NAME IS JULIO CESAR TOME ,LIVING IN COLOMBIA, 39 YEARS OF AGE.
peter I just want to remind you that always be the only cat who knows how to play drums in the world and despite that the dream I know you do not comply will always be my favorite drummer in kiss.
ATT: JULIO C TOME
8/5/2008 Subject: Congrats Peter,
Just read the interview in 40°70°. All I gotta say is congrats...you deserve every bit of the wonderfulness that is your life.
~ Frank
8/3/2008 Subject: Fan1 Hi Peter,
im 12 years old i have been a fan for a while and you are the reason i have started playing the drums i still pretty new at them but im working hard and hoping someday ill be as good as a drumemr as you are!
