A new documentary focused on KISS‘ farewell tour is set to launch on the band’s website on November 19th. Following numerous short-lived retirements, KISS set out to hang it up with a farewell tour that eventually culminated in a pair of shows at Madison Square Garden in December of 2023.
While the band would sell their brand, royalties, masters and more in a deal estimated to be worth $300 million soon after those sets, with the intention of living on as digital avatars, members of the group would go on to reunite for various performances since — albeit without the pomp and circumstance of their past touring.
D.J. Viola (‘Eminem Presents: The Anger Management Tour‘, ‘Biography: KISStory‘) directed this upcoming this film, which captures the conclusion of that final tour from the band. Guitarist/vocalist Paul Stanley stated:
“The ‘End Of The Road‘ world tour was the culmination of fifty years of touring to elevate the live concert experience for fans old and new. A defining moment in KISS history. The documentary takes everyone along with us to see and be a part of all the unseen moments that made this last tour one of the wildest, most memorable rides of our career. We can’t wait for the world to see it through our eyes for the very first time and relive the magic of these shows.”
Bassist/vocalist Gene Simmons added:
“This documentary showcases the closing chapter of our touring career, back in New York where it all started for us. The Madison Square Garden shows were full of raw energy and the film gives an inside perspective for the very first time. We can’t wait for everyone to see it and experience the world of KISS in a way they’ve never seen before.”
An initial digital release will take place on November 19th via kissonline.com, with further release plans and platforms to follow.
