Cisco CEO John Chambers is a tough act to follow. Unless — of course — you spit blood, host a reality TV show and wear more makeup than Michael Jackson. In the ultimate sign of unexpected convergence, KISS has signed on to headline Cisco’s Networkers event in late July.
Cisco is quick to note that KISS uses “fake” blood during their live performances. The VAR Guy thinks Cisco’s lawyers insisted on that tiny qualifier before scrambling to get their own tickets to the show.
Either way, The VAR Guy hopes KISS cranks its amplifiers up to 11 during the July 25 event.
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Jan. 14: 
KISS is perfect for Networkers think about the linkage…
KISS cut it first album in 1974, ushering in a new era in Rock & Roll. They created a new experience for their fans and built one of the loyalist followings in Rock & Roll history…the KISSNATION. In 1996, 22 years after its first album, KISS put their make-up back on and launched into their second act, becoming the top grossing tour of 1996.
So how does this translate to Cisco?
Cisco was founded in 1985 and helped create a new era in high-tech. It too created a new experience for its customers and built a loyal following of enterprise bsuiness leaders. Fast forward 22-years (notice the timing similarities) to 2007 and Cisco is also entering into its second act as a company. And much like KISS going back to its roots to show a new generation of rockers a show like no other. Cisco has remained faithful to the IP network and is ready to show the network generation a communication and social networking experience like no other.
Here’s hoping the VAR Guy brings his camera and can post some pictures on his blog of KISS in action… I want to Rock n Roll All Night.
PS — Have no idea if Cisco knew anything about the timing when they selected KISS I just found it ironic.
Cisco was founded in 1984. Your conspiracy theory doesn’t work.