The rest of the drums were recorded by Anton Fig, who played drums on Ace Frehley's 1978 solo album. He performed on only one song, "Dirty Livin'". Criss, by this time, had fallen deep into substance abuse and was also recovering from an automobile accident. After pre-production and rehearsals were completed, Poncia decided to exclude Criss from most of the recording, judging him unable to drum well enough. The 120-minute documentary, directed by Jack Edward Sawyers, included extra footage, outtakes, pictures and interviews, as well as previously unreleased music written and performed by Eric from his pre- KISS and KISS days, plus interviews with Bill Aucoin, Bruce Kulick, Carrie Stevens, members of SLAUGHTER, Fred Coury, and more.Ĭarr was inducted into the Metal Hall Of Fame on September 12 via a free livestream event hosted by Cathy Rankin.Kiss enlisted Vini Poncia, who produced Peter Criss's solo album, to produce Dynasty. In 2000, MVD Visual released an Eric Carr documentary called "Inside The Tale Of The Fox: The Eric Carr Story". I miss him."Īs previously reported, an official Eric Carr documentary, backed by the late KISS drummer's family, is in the works. He was also a double threat on drums, and vocals. Eric Carr was a kind soul who never said anything bad about anybody. He was a kind soul who couldn't say an unkind word about anyone and I think of him all the time."Īdded KISS bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons: "I never knew anyone more humble in my life. His dedication to his music was only matched by his dedication to his fans. I can't overstate his contribution to our rebirth. He was 41.īack in 2011, on the 20th anniversary of Eric's passing, KISS frontman Paul Stanley stated about Carr: "At a time when KISS was in the midst of upheaval and turmoil, Eric brought calm and an optimism that refocused our priorities so we could move forward. From the time he joined the band to this very day, Carr remains one of the most beloved members of the KISS family.Ĭarr died on Novemof a rare heart cancer. In addition to his musical contributions, Carr was equally known for his inviting personality and genuine love for the fans. His last public appearance before his death was at the MTV Video Music Awards in September 1991.Ĭarr contributed his talent to the bands many gold and platinum albums during his tenure, and can be heard on the band's many hit songs from the 1980s, including "Lick It Up", "Heaven's On Fire", "Crazy Nights", "Tears Are Falling" and "Forever", to name a few. His final recording with KISS was "God Gave Rock And Roll To You II". Please enjoy my memories of this great man, and know his legend will always live on in the hearts and minds of his fans, family and friends."Ĭarr replaced Peter Criss in KISS in 1980 and made his recording debut with the band on 1981's "Music From 'The Elder'" album. My years traveling, working and playing in KISS with him, were unforgettable. Although it sounds like a long period of time his presence has never left me. On Tuesday (November 23), Kulick shared an 11-minute video tribute to his former bandmate and he included the following message: " Eric Carr passed away 30 years ago, on November 24th, 1991. Former KISS guitarist Bruce Kulick has honored the group's late drummer Eric Carr on the 30th anniversary of his death.
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