KISS & Related Recordings Focus
By: Julian Gill
Published March 2004, 228 pages

Another great book from Julian. This is the real story behind all the songs. As Julian writes himself;  “Originally debuting as a feature on the KISSFAQ website, this unofficial & unsanctioned work is a companion book to the “KISS Album Focus” trilogy. It delves specifically into the recording history of KISS, and the associated past members, on a song-by-song basis.”

The official Kiss magazine said in it’s review of the book that ‘Behind The Mask’ were better when it came to the story behind the songs. Maybe if your want Gene and Paul’s view on the songs. But this the better book in my opinion. The book is also an incredible reference book when It comes to collecting demos of the band as I do. This is a great book for both the casual fan who wants to read about the songs from the studio albums, and the extreme Kiss nerds who has to know every little tidbit about the band. The first edition also has a great front cover that I prefer to the later editions of the book.

Verdict: 9/10

KISS & Related Recordings Focus (2nd Edition)
By: Julian Gill
Published November 2005, 602 pages

Second edition of the first The KISS & Related Recordings Focus. Even better than the first edition, with more updated content. Came as both hardcover and paperback. The cover is also has custom artwork of the Alive cover and is pretty cool.

Verdict: 10/10

Rock and Roll All Nite: The Music Of Kiss  (“KISS & Related Recordings Focus” – 2nd Edition)
By: Julian Gill
Published November 2008, 540 pages

A revamped “KISS & Related Recordings Focus.” As good or better than second edition. Updated with even more content. The cover is also has a new design.

Verdict: 10/10