As an article in Creem succinctly stated: “Now, Coventry features the Brats, KIϟϟ, and Teenage Lust off and on, with a string of mediocre Queens bands on the off-nights.” This December 1973 article by Dave Marsh provided an excellent view of the then current glitter scene in New York City. He was somewhat more mixed in describing the band: “This group looks as if it just stepped out of the underground movie Pink Flamingos, leading me to believe that I was right all along in thinking that the glitter craze was an ugliness contest. But KIϟϟ’ music sounds as if it is the most thought-out, controlled sound around, and the stage show is just as professional” (Creem, 12/73). By 1975 the Dolls were still playing the Coventry. So was Cyndi Lauper, as a member of Doc West, cutting her teeth performing in the same way KIϟϟ had, while the glam/glitter movement died out. KIϟϟ, of course by that time, was moving up in the world…
paul wore his bandit make up for one of the shows.
1. Try not to take it personally. Some relationships were never meant to be, and some simply don’t work out in the end. It isn’t a reflection or you (or even them).
2. Act as if you’re happy, and are coping, with your life. Often, “fake it till you make” can make a difference. It can give you needed strength so you can make it through the day.
3. Choose to be thankful for the happy memories; and choose to forgive for the heartache and the pain. (Although this may be difficult and likely will take time.)
4. See this as a stepping stone. The future lies ahead. You may still meet someone special who will bring you happiness!
5. Let go of the old memories, the unmet expectations, the bitter disappointments and frustrated hopes and dreams. Only then will you be ready to live and love again.
6. Be patient, understanding and kind to yourself. It takes time to recover from a major loss in life.
7. Keep your eyes on the future, and what still lies ahead. You have good reason to hope that you will find true love again.
Veterans Memorial Coliseum - New Haven, Connecticut
📸 include Joseph Sia, Jean Luc-Ourlin, and Chip Rock
KIϟϟ received a $20,000 guarantee for this show. A show at Boston Gardens was originally scheduled on this day, but promoter Don Law wanted a stronger opening act because KIϟϟ hadn’t sold out the Cape Cod Coliseum earlier in the year. KIϟϟ’ booking agents suggested the cancellation was a result of Law failing to get permission for the use of the venue due to a spate of violence at concerts in Boston.
“Can we please stop associating strength with someone’s ability to smile through their tears and suffer in silence? Strength is being brave enough to talk about what’s hurting you on the inside.” - @dissociativediaries
