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KISS is the epitome of a fan exploitation business model. It should come as no surprise that Gene Simmons is only interested in merchandising. Anyone who has actually listened to a KISS album knows if they had put half the effort into making them music as they did into selling worthless trinkets or brainless television shows they might actually be remembered for their craft instead of a lack thereof.

Radiohead and others on the other hand actually put effort into their music and make money because it is quality. The quality is reflected by the amount of money they've made off going on tour. Because of this, they can afford to offer an album where you 'pay what you want.'

Without merchandise, all of the members of KISS would be poor.

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Oct 30th 2007 4:53PM on Engadget

Classic, absolutely classic

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Sep 25th 2007 7:14PM on Joystiq

Wow that is sweet

The hundred gadget giveaway: round 28

Sep 10th 2007 10:36PM on Engadget

yeah

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