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K'NEX Announces New Additions to the KISS Line of Building Sets

Officially-Licensed Sets by K'NEX Allow Music Fans to Build Hard Driving Rock Band

Hatfield, PA, February 2013 - K'NEX, the only US construction toy company focused on Building Worlds Kids Love®, is pleased to introduce 2 additions to its monstrously successful line of KISS building sets. The new sets allow KISS collectors, rock fans and building enthusiasts to continue building and playing with characters from their favorite iconic rock band.

KISS is one of America's top gold-record champions who recorded 37 albums over 36 years and sold more than 100 million albums worldwide! The KISS legacy continues to grow, generation after generation. By combining the legendary KISS with the award-winning K'NEX building system, the KISS building set line appeals to music and building fans of all ages. Designed for children ages 5+, KISS building sets bring the fun of the stage show to the child and cement the band's appeal through a rewarding, age-appropriate K'NEX building experience.

KISS Buildable Figures: Series 2

Are you ready to rock? Now you can build your favorite rock band with these 4 outrageous figures inspired by KISS's latest album: Monster! Each buildable figure features iconic black & white make-up, trademark hairstyle, and platform boots. Sets include all four band members and their instruments, such as guitars and drums, to recreate the full band experience. Suggested retail price $12.99. Ages 5+. Available Fall 2013.

KISS Rock Stage Big Rig Building Set™

Take the show on the road with this awesome KISS building set! This set, which includes over 250 pieces, allows you to build your own KISS rig! Big enough to haul all the band's instruments and gear, this set also doubles as a concert stage and includes 2 buildable Roadie figures. Add your KISS figures (which are sold separately) for an authentic rock show experience! Suggested retail price $29.99. Ages 7+. Available Fall 2013.

KISS building sets will be available at all major retailers and on http://knex.com Fall 2013.

About K'NEX Brands
Founded in 1992, K'NEX Brands was established to make and sell what has become one of the world's leading integrated construction systems for children. Winner of over 200 international awards and recognitions, K'NEX seeks to build young minds with its exciting product line and critically acclaimed K'NEX Education program. For more information, please visit http://www.knex.com.

About KISS
KISS, the legendary American rock band was founded in 1972. Four decades later KISS remains one of the most influential bands in the history of Rock and Roll. Their achievements include the release of approximately 44 albums, sales of over 100 million albums, sold out concerts tours around the world and the incredible support of over 6 million Face Book fans worldwide. KISS has performed at the Super Bowl, 2002 Winter Olympics, 2009 Finale of American Idol, 2005 Rockin' The Corps Concert. In 2009, KISS was nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. KISS is currently in the recording studio recording their 2012 Album "Monster". For all things KISS, visit http://www.KISSONLINE.com