Aucoin, manager who discovered Kiss, dies at 66

A former television cinematographer, Aucoin discovered Kiss in New York City in 1973 and helped launch the makeup-wearing, fire-breathing quartet into a moneymaking machine.

He financed the band’s first tour on his personal American Express credit card when money was tight, but he was well rewarded when the band’s popularity exploded in 1975 with the hit “Rock And Roll All Nite.”

“He was the fifth Kiss,” said drummer Peter Criss, who had Aucoin serve as the best man at his second wedding. “If it wasn’t for Bill, there would be no Kiss.”

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   What he said.

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   That guy had an interesting story and is the sole reason behind the success of KISS. He helped them with their stage...

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    I thought of him, too.

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    I’m sure you’ve already heard, Hoarr, but I’m sorry for your loss :(

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