I love revisiting all these old episodes. its like listening to a band's back catalog.

Great interview, gentlemen! Such a pleasure to hear Adam Mitchell in his own words. Bright, talented guy with a really interesting relationship with KISS. It's so great to hear his perspective on KISS dynamics and more. Thanks!

Thank you Adam Mitchell for being on this episode. I learned alot. This rocks!

Great to hear and see Adam! Thanks again for another behind the scenes Kiss person interview!

This was a truly great show! ... enjoyed it immensely

Great, great episode! Quality guests make my day. Adam seems so down to earth. What a thrill to hear his comments/stories.

Awesome show!!!! Thanks for the shout out. Proud to represent East Tn. You guys rock!

Great show. You guys do a great job of letting your guest talk. Adam was great and full of info. Thanks for getting him on the show!

This was a very cool show. Thanks guys :)

Thanks guys, this was a very very interesting episode...

Great show guys!

And the award for "Best Solo Orgasm In An Independent Video Production" goes to Mitch Lafon!

When 3 sides host a guest it's always a quality one.Very interesting,enjoyed the inside views.Thank you.Chris.

Great show keep up the good work .

Great show guys... Been a fan since 1976 and this is awesome info!!!

Another solid installment. Adam was a great guest, that was nice of him to give us his time to talk about his involvement with the band. That was really cool. I heard that Mitch will soon receive a lifetime supply of Vaseline from the company to thank him for supporting, using and talking about their product online!

Great episode!

Hey Guys, this is "Jeff from Van Nuys," thanks for playing my voicemail this week. Glad it sparked some healthy discussion!

This episode kicked butt. Loved it. Great insight on writing songs, and hearing from Adam Mitchell on his experience with KISS. I totally agree with him on Crazy Night's production. Anyway, keep up the fine work. I wish that there was a bit more on VV, but it was a great episode nonetheless.

Oh and it`s not even christmas. Im starting this episode very happy!! Must get real interesting!!!

fantastic show great stories from the inside Cheers

I haven't even watched the video yet And I aready love it

Fantastic!

Great stuff!

? and I love KISS and their songs so much.

Howdy folks. Another fascinating episode of the best KISS show out there. I really enjoyed this interview with Adam Mitchell. He seemed to be very open about sharing his personal memories of working creatively with KISS as well as providing some useful insights into the whole song publication process. Great episode guys. I would still like to see you all do a segment in which listeners get to pick out favorite Three Sides Of The Coin host and why. I think it would be a gas. Groovey.

Another great episode! Congrats! This one is definitely in my top 5 of favorite TSOC-episodes! Keep up the 'geek' work and keep bringing in all these interesting guests :-)

Michael, great question at 1:00:33. Very insightful. This was a fantastic interview, not only in terms of KISS, but the music business in general. A+

Great show Guys one of my favorite Podcasts on KZread you guys are awesome love to hear from the man who wrote some of the best KISS songs of the 1980s

My favorite episode by far. For me its like people are excited about seeing their favorite band live and I would rather see sound check....this one is my sound check(behind the scenes). Thanks Mitch,Tommy and Michael for getting Adam to do this interview! Fantastic kick ass show!!!

Gotta love some Mitch! ALWAYS cracks me up...

Great show

We have no problem that there are different perspectives. Our show is not about voicing them. It is about our personal perspectives. We are simply commentators.

"I don't need groceries, I have fan love" and "Mitchgasm", LOL! Quotes from the show by Mitch. Homework- the Award for the best use of the word Minutiae by a Canadian in 2013. Har dee har har...

Great interview. Nice to hear his opinion on Tommy/Eric, VH, AC/DC, hall of fame, g/p, etc. Covered lots of ground. Many thanks.

My favorite episode so far as I write songs as well. The stories about songwriting were really insightful.Good questions guys,all hail 3 sides.Hopefully he will tell MJ Jackson to come on the show.This is why i love tuesdays. Well ,the show and my local grocery store has chicken strip combos on sale! Tuesdays rule!!

Arguably one of your best episodes thus far. Great interview with a lot of interesting information and a decent share of Vinnie bashing. Hoping you can get Michael James Jackson lined up for a future show!

Supercool guest episode. Nice redemption, guys! Why not having Vinnie on the show? I'm sure he has that kind of time.

This was a great episode. I know it's hard to get good people on, but I think it would be great to hear Vinnie Poncia and James Michael Jacksons thoughts and recollections from the eras that they produced those albums. You never hear about those times as much as Ezrin and Kramer. Just a thought.

1:28:56 I am in hysterics. "Vaseline" Oh God. I'm in tears. =)

Robben Ford played on Creatures too

I love a good Vinnie debate. My own opinion has changed a few times over the years.

very interesting, i really love the albums that michael james Jackson did. thank you for an awesome show.

Mitch will be the Recipient of the "Fanboy of the Millennium" Award. Great show guys, as a younger KISS fan this is awesome to watch. I think I'd belong in the Juggernaut Sub-Genre of KISS Fans. Also, one more thing, I'd like to see Mark Slaughter on here one day, he'd be a great guys who can give a lot of insight for Vinnie.

Thanks Mina

Since I’ve discovered your podcasts I’ve really enjoyed them! Thanks guys, & I can’t relate to the over-critical people that comment.

Yeah I'm from Glasgow myself. Just done some research and yes he is lol.

True that

For something with "Vinnie Vincent" in the title i was hoping they'd talk about him more but they seem more interested in asking Adam about the songs he wrote with KISS and about Gene and Paul than anything to do with Vinnie and it shows when Adam Mitchell talks about his talent and the reason he got the job being the members felt he could play like Ace their biased views just come through their faces were hilarious when he told them that XD. Gene even came out and said Vinnie was probably the most talented replacement member they got and in his opinion plays rings around Ace. Unfortunately he was a difficult pain in the ass who had an ego to rival Gene but y'know. That one ended quickly probably because Vinnie was too similar to Gene and Paul and it was hard for them to get along because they wanted a hired gun who was happy to just play and write songs then never be in the spotlight and Vinnie wanted to be the star. Not because he couldn't play well and contribute to the band.

The Clarences love & support Three Sides Of The Coin!

this is some good stuff love it you guys gotta get dana strum or mark slaughter on here keep it coming no pun

At 29:29 of this video: Kiss - Invasion (A Look At The Lost Egyptian God, Vinnie Vincent) Vinnie talks about meeting Gene through Adam Mitchell.

Good interview, but I was surprised no one mention that Peter Criss recorded "Tears" before John Waite. I like Peter's version better.

Does Mitch have a pair of the Ace Frehley Spaceman sunglasses? If so, can you persuade him to model them? Speaking of which, with Halloween coming up, any chance of a Halloween special? You could talk about which songs you'd choose as your Halloween picks, Halloween memories, events, Halloween costumes/merchandise/collectibles then and now (coolest, most ridiculous, etc., Mitch could have a field day with this one). Great show, guys. Very cool hearing Adam's thoughts on writing.

Sorry, bumped the return button. Simply quoting an amazing Mitch statement there. Someone needs to create a compilation of golden Mitch quotes. Many of which willbinclude the words "Vaseline" and "minutia."

Oh my goodness now what should I do? Please keep watching and posting every little comment you have.

The songs or the band?

Entirely possible. As a kid I had no idea it wasn't Ace even when listening.

Yes I just don't recall who they were.

I love the guests you guys have on this show. Adam Mitchell was very interesting. I like his ideas about songwriting. I agree that song comes first it has to be great. However sometimes the "idea" might be the "music" eg Pearl Jam's "Ten", or if we are talking Metallica "Orion" is fantastic but no lyrics there. Not sure I wanted to know about Mitch's orgasm. LOL Then again "Vaseline" is my favorite STP song. Now there's an "idea". Actually I hate the lyrics, it just sounds really cool.

Michael's mic level is always way lower than the others, I often have to strain to hear him. Can you boost it or talk closer to the mic? I turn things up but then Mitch and Tommy are so much higher it blows my ear drums, if Mike's level can match the others, great. Thanks guys. Loyal viewer....

Nick I believe he is from Glascow

Can hear a hint of a Scots accent in Adam's voice.

Is minute 50 and nobody has talked a little single word about Vinnie Vincent? I would have liked to know from the perspective a wonderful guy as Adam Mitchell What Vinnie brought to the table on terms o musical ideas, songwriting or guitar playing. I think that everybody excepting Adam of course, have very strong and preconceived ideas, about the "Creatures of the Night" time period, and all the time are trying to conduct de Adam answers only to what they want to hear.

Seriously guys....you didn't immediately know that Killers was the bridge between The Elder and Creatures?

Excellent interview. However a rare missed opportunity by not asking Adam what it was like meeting Kiss out of makeup at a time when it was one of their alluring features. Also did Gene have him sign any legal documents about not describing how he looks to sketch artist and selling it to People magazine? Keep up the solid insights!

He did 4 songs on KILLERS and the CREATURES,LICK IT UP lp's. What else?

KILLERS was never released in the US, it is only a international release for overseas commitments. Yes it fell between those two albums, but it was not a bridge in the sense it was not part of any record label plan.

Thnx Tommy...I'm Rodney Yocum... "TOMMY'S TALK TO ME" Good lookin out .

I vote "Talk to Me"

Do we have to now refer to Mitch as "Award Winner" Mitch Lafon?

Thanks Boneymean

"I don't need groceries, I have fan love.,

Yes and to quote Adam Mitchell on Tears " a big hit for Tom Waite" and on Crazy Nights " a huge hit around the world" , both of which are hyperbole and prove that he was interested in commercial success, this is his living. If you research his work, the majority of it falls into lesser tracks on the albums of established artists. He is good at talking himself up but he doesn't have the runs on the board , IMO. He hasn't produced anything to justify the tickets he has on himself.

ok. lol. bring it on

That's fine if Adam thinks that. I don't think VV is. They are mine? I don't recall him writing my favorite songs on Destroyer or Crazy Nights. Why does it bother you so much if I don't think highly of VV? It's just my opinion, shouldn't change how you feel.

Really? Shall I show you?

I'm merely stating an opinion the same way you do, that's all. It's not a problem - I just feel that broadcasters with as much love as you all clearly have for the band are just a little too dismissive of his input. No biggie-just thought I'd offer a different perspective from here in the UK :o)

He only pointed out those songs were hits. If you have issue with Adam, fine. I am sure you would be a much more qualified person to discuss songwriting, would you like to join out show? It is a serious offer... would you like to join us and discuss your experience and knowledge of songwriting?

Next time you call someone a douche bag you are gone.

And he has done what with all of this amazing talent in the last 20 years? Yeah that;s right nothing... you can't argue that point. Nobody wants to play with him and he can't even release his own music. Though he will presell it and take your money and never give you anything in return. He wouldn't have a clue how to do a podcast, just like no idea how to do a website.

The shows wont be released because to meet the standards they would need to go into the studio and fix them . Even before you mentioned Mike, I had the same realization There are a few out there. like Let me know, Black Diamond. I forgot the others Thoes few boots sound better than Alive does to me.

Paul once said that they wrote about partying and screwing because they didn't know anything else.

Great show. I agree that VV was as unique as Ace, however, my beef with the current band is that Tommy Thayer might be a nice guy, but he's KISS worst lead guitar player.

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yes.

Just his opinion. When I first heard VV on COTN I thought it was Ace. I couldn't tell it was someone new. It is complete nonsense for you to discount someone who has a opinion you don't agree with.

Of course. I'm just trying to appeal to your better nature, that's all :o)

When Adam starts talking about the lousy production on Crazy Nights Mitch and Tommy nod into total agreement and seem almost vindicated for their opinions. Mike meanwhile looks like he is slowly dying inside.

Ahhh ok, so you have to have played the game to have an opinion on something that you're passionate about ? No one with a critical mind is entitiled to critique a movie because they're not an actor or director ? or music because they don't play an instrument or write songs ? The bottom line is whether it is sport or the arts people can make up their own mind of what they think is good. This is my opinion on Adam Mitchell. I like you guys and I like your show but no need to be so defensive.

I know I am just giving you s hard time :)

He must have possessed at least a modicum of talent, or he wouldn't have been used as a writer by anybody - and if he became that bereft of talent as time went on, Gene & Paul would never have re-enlisted him to co-write Unholy, I Just Wanna etc on 'Revenge'. You can't on the one hand, love 'Creatures' & 'LIU' as albums whilst on the other deriding the input of a bloke who co-wrote half the songs on those records. I agree he's a fool, but you're better than this being so deliberately dismissive

G&P and others can think he has talent, I just don't. COTN is not a great album because VV was involved. Co-wrote could mean many things... a simple lyric and nothing more. As a musician you know that. Why is it a problem that I dismiss him like this. It shouldn't change how you feel.

I don't even know what you are saying here. Seems like you are pretty hurt that someone doesn't appreciate VV. Deal with it.

i think vv is a great singer/song writer ,guitar player average i feel creatures he plays great solos when they are slower,when they are fast he plays too many notes that are not adding anything but taking away from the songs. although some of the solos he plays on creatures sound thin because of the production,. but a more self destuctive rock person you would never meet.he could have made a fortune writing and playing no need to bee seen ,small man syndrome i feel he has. great show guys.

And sometimes the lyrics to many KISS songs are really crappy and they sound like sexist neanderthals. But I love them so much.

What have we got wrong about Vinnie? He didn't save the band. He hasn't proved to be the great and successful artist a very few fans claim. He is crazy. He has ripped off his fans. Did I miss anything else about the guy?

'Vinnie played like Ace'......WTF.....no he didn't......not even close.....Vinnie was a shredder.....

With respect to Vinnie Vincent, you are entitled to your opinion but I never questioned your credbility, I questioned Adam's when he stated that Vinnie sounds just like Ace, this is the first time I ever heard that and it is complete nonsense. You need to take his statements regarding Vinnie with a grain of salt as he has an obvious affiliation with Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley so his statements are completely biased.

Speaking as a musician, writer & KISS fan, I fail to understand any argument that states Vinnie possesses no talent. I believe that's such a poor sweeping statement. Granted, he is utterly flawed as a person which led to many errors of judgement and poor perspective, but 'no talent'? I couldn't disagree with you more. He didn't save KISS, but he made a far greater contribution than you would all care to admit. I enjoy the show, however!

I appreciate your comments, but I just never thought he had talent. His guitar playing is terrible. His solo band I couldn't stand. Once it became Slaughter I really enjoyed it.

Yeah we were cringing lol. Bring on all your weak arguments. Tired of arguing with me on the FAQ board?