He was walking around with a huge amount of pain inside and he internalized it all which ultimately literally broke his heart. He was nice to others but not himself.
I met him back in the 90's. I was in a local band and we played a show opening for Type O. He and I sat on some crates backstage and chatted about all kinds of crazy stuff for a while. He was, indeed, a very humble and kind person.
Devil's Den Gaming actually ur wrong peter himself was catholic, he even stated in an interview "i have returned to the church" he lost and found god again he wasnt who people think he was, he wasnt a satanic irreligious gothic figure he was born and raised catholic my friend research it its very interesting
I think he would've wanted it this way honestly. He always talked about hating growing old and people playing when they're old. He is missed but I'm glad we don't have an old peter playing into his golden years "beating a dead horse" as he said in this interview.
"It's heavy music, I wouldn't say metal". I like that approach, too many music fans and even musicians themselves are all caught up and obsessed with genres and conforming to some set rules. The great thing about Type O is that they couldn't be defined, they were so unique that you could simply only call it Type O Negative.
@@typeonegative8726 Actually it's more accurate, but still only the part of the truth about TON. What would you say about their obvious hardcore, Beatles', classical or some more influences? You're just simplifying them being, well... Type 0 Negative.
This. Goth metal way too limiting a description. You can heard hardcore, doom, psychedelia, new wave, goth, 60s pop, 70s rock, industrial, synthpop, shoegaze, and metal. It was just an awesome combo that made them sound like themselves and no one else
This is one of the best Type O interviews I have seen. Thanks for posting. I know what Peter means when he says "We're just as left as we are right" but that phrase could mean two different things as one half of the band is left handed (Peter and Josh), the other right. Pretty cool.
@@andyroman8223 That's cool. Yep, been a fan of coasters for many years. Type O has been part of the soundtrack for my coaster trips since I started listening in 1993.
Peter had his shit together here rather than near the end of his career where he was suffering from alcohol & drug abuse. But then he was clean & sober for about 2 years near the end & he ends up having a Heart attack. Still can't believe he's gone.
@Sudsy Sutherland It wasn't a heart attack, though. It was an abdominal aortic aneurysm that killed him. Also, he was 35 years old during this 1997 interview and that marked the beginning of his cocaine use. I don't think he was under the influence here in this video, but he was definitely dabbling in drugs & alcohol at this point. Hell, he dealt with his overwhelming stage fright by drinking alcohol, specifically red wine on stage.
@@SalandFindles In the vdeo from their show in Wacken 2007 you can see a red wine bottle behind him and a Jägermeister bottle in his hand. Fun Fact: Jägermeister is actually a sponsor of Wacken Open Air
I can’t help but to always see such sadness in his eyes. I feel like despite his successes, he lived a sad life. May he be in peace - his presence on this earth is greatly missed
@@oceandriver7we should all know by now that is not a cure all. Fame, looks, and money are a triad of darkness. Time and time again we’ve seen this. If this wasn’t the case, peter would still be alive today along with all our heroes.
Señor Romántico Lmao I don’t think that’s happening... 😂😂😭 God bless tho. I have three sisters and it’s not easy living in a house full of women, regardless of me being a woman myself 😂😭
such a complex soul peter was. sure hes attractive but pete also had the intelligence and talent. from his touching lyrics to the sickening bass skills, i admire him. everyone in type o are just outstanding, its a shame peter’s gone 💚🖤
I feel Peter where ever he is now is glad to be dead. He always talked about not wanting to be old and still playing music. And I'm sure if he were still alive thats what he would be doing. However, he is sadly missed, and was an amazing artist.
Agree! There's something extremely sexy about a big, hulking guy with intense emotion. And him picking up trash shows he has pride and willing to work. Complete package.
what i would give to see type o live. i was one of those unfortunate people who realised how amazing type o are after peter died. so gutted. the best band of all time imo
When a 6 foot 7 muscle bodied monster who looks similar to count Dracula himself says he needs to work on his body tremendously you really start to look in the mirror...
"Beating a dead horse." The interview could not have ended in a better way. I'm sorry I didn't discover Type O Negative before Peter's death. Best wishes from Sweden wherever you are Peter.
Watching Peter back then makes my heart ache...if only he would have stayed strong and taken care of himself. We lost such a talented artist and a amazing, funny, lovable man.
The most beautiful man I ever seen! I wish I could have met him! He resonates to be so much more and so much deeper than he sometimes portrays . I understand that so well.
I wish I would have known more about him, before he died. He wrote well, and seems to of had too big of a heart. Its sad that he really thought his life was so worthless. His lyrics transend time and have profound meaning on several issues. Im glad I revisited his poetry" ie lyrics" I understand how passionate he must of been so sad. What a misunderstood soul I would have loved to meet.
@DottyLomax - I am sure it didn't cross his mind either. I was just pointing out a fact about the band that was somewhat rare. The reason I mentioned it was because Peter told me half the band was left handed and I thought I would share it. Yes, Peter does play bass right handed but does everything else left handed.
pete was just astraight up real guy.. love his honesty. Hes not trying to be something hes not, seemed very articulate and really thought things out. RIP peter steele
Peter was right about the Stones and beating a dead horse and here they are in 2018 still doing the same shit. dont get me wrong i love the stones with all my beating heart but i just cant take em serious anymore. still legends and my heros though
The Stones make me lol. Mick especially. Prancing around, neglecting his vocal duties. Keith even said he's tired of seeing Mick's ass swinging around. I can't believe people pay high bucks to see this band. I love early Stones. By the late 70s, they were washed up to me anyway. Can't agree more with the beating a dead horse comment.
I think Pete was very depressed. It seems like he didn't have a good support system which is something we all need in life. You can tell he was a very intelligent person by the way he speaks. It's just sad he had to leave us so early I think he had so much more to offer in the music world. He was truly one of a kind. TON was very underated.
Wish I had the chance to see Type O live. Been a fan since at least the late 90's but, sadly, the opportunity never presented itself.... RIP Peter. You will be forever remembered.
I was 19 when this interview happened, started listening to these guys a few years before this. I'm 33 now and still listening. When I'm 50 I will still be listening. When I'm dead... I will still be listening. Type O Negative is a Legend and has a place in my life, memories, and was during one of the best times in my life. I need a tattoo of the type o negative symbol. Definitely worthy enough to wear.
@Bavhavs really? & exactly which family deaths took place in those years, please do share. Peter began using cocaine in May of 1997 I believe this interview was in August of 1996 directly after the October Rust release so it was a pre-cocaine interview, you are correct. There were no family deaths though of significance at the time he began using. MM simply had it & offered it to Pete & he tried it, liked it & became an addict
@@samimissy8190 "I believe this interview was in August of 1996" ----- Couldn't have been...Pete SAYS RIGHT IN THE INTERVIEW he's 35 years old (born 1.4.62), so this would have to be sometime in 1997. I do agree with you that this interview is likely sometime BEFORE regular cocaine use, but it's probably pretty close tho.
@@arthurbishop3173 I think he was rounding it up given he'd be 35 in about 4 months' time & he had a weird way of always going larger with the numbers (his height, his 'length' his age, how long he'd dated somebody, etc. I think also based off touring history that seems more likely. This is also a pre-Cocaine Peter, I can discern the difference, unfortunately. What Peter said in interviews & what the actualities were sometimes were in contrast (be it mild or vast) to one another
I don't get how he died, he looks so healthy and invincible... I've read about him and he seems like a nice guy. I don't see how an idiot like glenn benton is still alive whilst Peter Steele is dead.
Years of alcohol and cocaine abuse, and way too much KFC (and other bad-for-you food). Men his size don't live that long anyway (how often do you see a 70 y.o. man who's 6' 8", 240 lbs??? A: Hardly ever.)
That interview was a true delight to watch, man... the more I hear this guy talking, the more I identify with him. He would be definitely be a great friend or band member to have. Thank you for the upload!
"Certainly not". And in those two words, Josh summed up; -The band's sense of humour (outward) -The band's general state of mind (inside) -The band's music (for all of us to enjoy) I💚JS
I got to meet Peter and type o when I was a teenager at a signing. They were extremely nice and really humble guys. They were thanking everyone for coming to the signing. Just was a great experience and something I will not forget. Thought I share.
"Don't judge a book by its cover."..... He looked kind of feral and unapproachable which proves that it is a great injustice to judge people's personalities this way. He was a wise and honest man, well spoken and down to earth. RIP.....
I know he had his moments, but he's human. He was down to earth for the most part, looked fucking awesome, made superb music etc. R.I.P - And not to sound like a dick, but he's right about the body image. He's not saying you have to look ripped, but like sort of... warriors, gods etc, not like you love metal, pies and chips.
He seemed like he was a pretty chill, even tempered, relaxed down to earth dude. But that voice though. I hate to say it, but I'm glad the remaining band members decided to dissolve the band, because it just wouldn't be the same. His voice is perfect for that musical style.
“I try to make it so it looks like I have some self respect” That’s a really, really good way to talk about health. When you’re not healthy by your own lifestyle, it does come off like you don’t respect yourself. Very good, Peter Steele. RIP.
You can tell Type O influenced a ton of the awesome bands coming out of Scandinavia nowadays. I hear a lot of Bryan Wilson and Type O-isms in Opeth and Ghost. Music coming out of the U.S. nowadays is such a travesty. I'm glad these guys existed.
