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When KISS Was Cool: Hotter Than Hell - Norman Seeff

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JR
on April 21, 2008
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KISS - Hotter Than Hell - Norman Seeff
pic: Gene Simmons (when he was cool!) in an outtake photo from the Norman Seeff Hotter Than Hell sessions 1974

Photographer Norman Seeff designed KISS’ second album cover (Hotter Than Hell) with startling visuals to complement the bands’ powerful sound. Seeff, with art director John Van Hamersveld, took his cue from the band’s kabuki-style makeup and incorporated hints of Japanese culture into the cover. The result: a striking hybrid foursome that jumps off the printed surface and magnifies KISS’ unique look.

Now 30 years later, Norman Seeff is selling some absolutely mind-blowing photos from the Hotter Than Hell photo sessions. The vast majority of these photos have never been seen before. Visitors to Norman’s website can purchase a wide selection of photos from the many, many bands that Norman has shot throughout the years.

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