MILWAUKEE – May 19, 2009 - Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. officials are excited to announce the final Marcus Amphitheater show slated for Summerfest 2009. KISS will headline on Saturday, June 27 at 7:30 pm. The brainchild of members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, KISS was founded in New York City in the early 70s. Known for their eccentric costumes, makeup and elaborate stage show, the band quickly became a favorite among American teenagers. Their hard rock sound proved to have multigenerational appeal as well. Some of the band’s hit singles include power ballads like “Beth” and “Forever,” along with the rock anthem “Rock ‘N Roll All Nite.” The June 27 performance will include original members Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley, as well as Eric Singer and Tommy Thayer, all in full makeup and costume. This performance is one of only two concert dates the band currently has scheduled in the U.S. in 2009. Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, May 26 at Noon and will be available for $72.00 (Red), $62.00 (Yellow), $47.00 (bench) and $27.00 (lawn). All prices include Summerfest admission. Tickets can be purchased at the Marcus Amphitheater Box Office, Ticketmaster Ticket Centers, online at Ticketmaster.com and by phone at 1.800.745.3000 (live Ticketmaster Agent) or 1.866.448.7849 (“Ticketmaster Express” automated phone line). Patrons may also utilize “ticketfast” at Ticketmaster.com to print bar coded concert tickets from home. Convenience fees may be added to all purchases. Summerfest 2009 will take place June 25 – July 5 from noon until midnight daily. The World’s Largest Music Festival and Milwaukee’s cornerstone summer celebration attracts the music industry’s hottest stars, emerging talent and local favorites. The Marcus Amphitheater and 10 additional stages, along with a diverse selection of food and beverage vendors, marketplaces and interactive exhibits, are set against the Lake Michigan and downtown backdrops, creating a festival experience like no other. Patrons can also enjoy Miller Lite, the Great Taste of Summerfest. For more details visit Summerfest.com.