Peter Steele of Type O Negative interview 1997

[@monodeistbc]

For such a big, mean, angry looking dude, Peter is actually nice.

[@i2aymond]

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.

[@raymondt.1880]

monodeistbc met him twice once after Carnivore show in "1990" and in "1992* in a Type O Negative show in Brooklyn N.Y. Both Times. R.I.P. Peter.

[@vampirzii]

Lmao

[@leostone4624]

a Capricorn with scorpio rising.

[@breshkotashmal7362]

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.

[@GyroLamb]

''Is it because you're more happy now?'' - ''Certainly not.''

[@SalandFindles]

I lol'd so hard at that part.

[@lanman316]

That made me actually lol.

[@Vpain90009]

People forget that Peter was not the only one with charm. Everyone in that band is hilariously witty.

[@imm-sama]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hotrodriguez549]

Could you imagine Peter as a fully trained kickboxer? Absolute devastation. RIP

[@ROONTANG]

"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.

[@enigmaticbeing7703]

They were goth metal

[@typeonegative8726]

@@enigmaticbeing7703 actually they are Goth/doom metal

[@franciscocorvalan427]

@@enigmaticbeing7703 like Evanescence? Well, Alternative Rock too

[@szarzyniecszczurzynski1902]

@@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.

[@mraza9]

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

[@geemangaming9630]

Such an unappreciated legend. Type O Negative was, and still is, amazing.

[@jayayala8462]

will always be bro

[@damianb2374]

How unappreciated?

[@FujishimaAkiko]

Definitely not unappreciated by those that knew him and cared about him, and certainly not by his fans either. :)

[@shawnboogz7546]

Best Statement on KZbin

[@spookyvegan1402]

I miss this band more than words can say..

[@cheresha]

Peter seems like such a genuine, cool guy...too bad people like him pass away so early.

[@Studmffin15]

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.

[@embassyhotel]

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.

[@zaiten2012]

sobriety killed him?

[@SalandFindles]

@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.

[@tolleseinhorn5853]

@@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

[@guitarchugs9191]

Peter was suffering from drugs and alcohol addiction at the time of this interview

[@rebeccaanderson7074]

Ikr I now feel bad for his family Peter steele was and still is very beautiful and talented

[@zachwest6168]

facial structure carved by god himself

[@guitaoist]

indeed

[@venomrecords8885]

zach west that would actually be insulting to him and very disrespectful because peter Steele was never religious or believed in god

[@zachwest6168]

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

[@EricMoore-dx6sx]

You leave out expression...

[@quentindugger5389]

That's bullshit. Peter identified as Roman Catholic when he passed and did believe in God.

[@lilyliciousss]

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

[@hasslenomuscle]

@Walter B hope you’ll be okay ❤️ wish you luck

[@oceandriver7]

How come? He had it all. Looks , shit load of sex , fame , friends etc etc????

[@virakkiwi4298]

@@oceandriver7depression

[@bootsycollinsno1fan]

@@oceandriver7im pretty sure he had bipolar disorder too, and not much luck with relationships

[@Itsyaboy88]

@@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.

[@SeanFlaharty]

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.

[@hansennip]

Yup, it's pretty cool he said that.

[@andyroman8223]

Didn't expect to see another coaster enthusiast in the comments haha

[@SeanFlaharty]

@@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.

[@andyiyiyi_]

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 💚🖤

[@NocturnaPhelps]

He looked incredible in this video.

[@capribreezee]

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.

[@beatsbyblues6900]

Can you imagine 6'8 Peter steele trained in kickboxing.

[@Khazandar]

I'd actually prefer not to O_O

[@MustObeyTheRules]

There’d be plenty of competition in the heavy weight division of the UFC. Those guys are all his size

[@beatsbyblues6900]

@@MustObeyTheRules us normal sized humans stand no chance

[@MustObeyTheRules]

@@beatsbyblues6900 nope definitely not even if he had zero skills 😂

[@beatsbyblues6900]

@@MustObeyTheRules he would be throwing leg kicks, but they would be landing on our chest🤣

[@mokodo_]

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

[@zerotolerenc8891]

mokodo _ I saw the in Tampa florida in 1997 they opened for pantara and I came to see pantara however type o negative was 100x.better.

[@karencruse483]

Me too

[@thetreblerebel]

Damn..I got to see them 4 times , the Dead Again tour was my last

[@itakeeee22225]

@@thetreblerebel damn thats awesome

[@thetreblerebel]

@@itakeeee22225 it was!! Great moment I treasure greatly

[@chaudybtrippin9972]

I miss when people had cool teeth. There's always been something attractive about sharp fangs and kinda crooked teeth. Character.

[@keepontruckinoutlawlife1248]

Ya true now you can get your eyes tattooed

[@DVM8099]

Yee. I have decent fangs haha. Unintentionally that is.

[@annihilisthtx2297]

It probably just added to his sexy vampire demon image. Lmao

[@MichaelD8393]

Legend has it that Peter's voice was so deep, he had a hidden talent of communicating with whales.

[@mudskipper9312]

Lmaooo

[@ilikeheavymetalbutmyguitar5081]

🙁🙁🙁🙁🙁🙁 true 🤨

[@endlessgrief9930]

There is no finer man who ever lived or will live. My idea of physical perfection.

[@jmb1666]

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.

[@michagorecki8893]

He was so straight to the point. I love that.

[@djfabozzi]

Q: Does that mean you're more happy? A: Certainly not.

[@chrisverstappen7252]

djfabozzi josh is God. .less miserable 😉

[@kirstenrichards8558]

I love his blunt cynicism.

[@AnaraneSeragone]

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.

[@fonxie]

"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.

[@Rambletambleforever]

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.

[@locustdawnband]

Pete doing kickboxing in his prime? YEAH RIGHT!!! He'd kick someone's head off by accident!!!!!!!!!!!!! RIP GREEN MAN!!!!!!!!!!!

[@cindymckenna9910]

Imagine if he had taken up kickboxing instead of cocaine! Omg!

[@nickishaye2476]

Man was an absolute unit of a human being. ❤️🤘

[@ladyhawk6999]

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.

[@ClandestineGirl16X]

Peter was so hot. R.I.P. Peter

[@mikecornell7591]

Yeah, his sister wasn't so bad either lol

[@lostcosmonaut5722]

Seriously ❤️ and his shlong... 🤤

[@despertandoparaosomprofess522]

00:02:39... ❤

[@DarkerDominions]

Imagine growing up with 5 older sisters. O.o

[@WOLFGANG634]

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 😂😭

[@a.od-reszki4674]

My dad everytime tells everyone that 'he has a wife, a mother, 2 daughters and even female horse' ...

[@2011packattack]

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

[@TurboLemon]

Poor Josh with that authentic/sincere answer of "certainly not". lol

[@inb4y]

Nice when talking on camera, but on stage pure heaviness and aggression!

[@ginaskennedy6416]

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.

[@JillyBean1968]

He is so humble! 💙🌸💙 RIP Gorgeous Man.

[@Tintamar5678]

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.

[@e8tballz]

Still listening?

[@Tintamar5678]

@@e8tballz Yes, and I'm still alive.

[@e8tballz]

@@Tintamar5678 well there you go! I’ll talk to you again in 9 yrs. Make sure you’re still on the mortal coil.

[@Tintamar5678]

@@e8tballz haha cool

[@mozzerianmisanthrope406]

You two are funny! 💜

[@emilyclements7720]

I wish I was alive in the 90s to be able to meet Peter Steele he was an amazing human being and still is to many people …..🥀🥀🥀

[@davew2602]

holy shit Josh talked!

[@lectures2885]

Oh my God, what a man and performer he was. Rock on, Pete!

[@Ruan-xh6ns]

He was such an interesting person. Wish I could've sat down with him and have a meaningful conversation

[@KP-ul2ep]

He's very intimidating but in a good way. ;)

[@silencebeesrot8408]

Karol confident presentation its what you're looking for :)

[@libbyshimmz]

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.

[@chrisverstappen7252]

Liberal Shimmering don't bother..worst band ever 😉

[@najaallen883]

Peter was such a poet. I’ve always thought his thought process is so deep plus he had the most gorgeous hair I’ve ever seen. Hope he’s at peace 💚🖤

[@douglascbc86]

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!

[@ladycplum]

His accent...sometimes it sounds like a little hint of British seeps in, even though he's a New Yawker....

[@zeregaa]

real life Nathan explosion

[@zeregaa]

+ND840 you gotta admit he kinda looks like him though

[@jayayala8462]

+zeregaa big time bro! I heard it was based off his image

[@zeregaa]

+Jay Ayala oh nice! both looks pretty damn brutal though :p

[@jayayala8462]

+zeregaa hell yeah! Big time brutal

[@N3ukenInD3K3uken]

+zeregaa Ikr Nathan is like the appearance of Peter Steele and the (singing) voice of Nergal of Behemoth

[@YesOkayButWhy]

"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

[@erinnicole477]

He is gorgeous.. holy hell.

[@oceancat0450]

“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.

[@XylaChibbiAi93]

I am crying...Still Love him so much.....What a beautiful person he was and still is

[@Pauly2Swole-1970]

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.

[@A.E.Segura]

WHY DID HE HAVE TO DIE! What a man.

[@DUNSTAN2]

+A.E. Drugs my friend they are bad

[@thedenverog3585]

Aortic aneurysm

[@toxicwaste2794]

Slavic God

[@BrittMonkey]

Such a smart, well spoken guy. RIP Pete, you are missed.

[@spookyvegan1402]

The most beautiful man to walk the face of the earth Inside and out

[@crystalskylight9327]

Peter's legacy will always be extremely important for rock/metal music. He was an absolute legend of a man. Rest In Peace brother.

[@marinagrosling5623]

i cant ignore that feeling (when i watch interwiews with Peter) that i would be glad to have dialogue with such person.

[@kirstensilcox8354]

I wish I could've seen them live, so gutted I found them after he died. Such an amazing band

[@poisonoir]

a gentle giant indeed...Love you Peter..forever missed

[@mike7652]

Type O Negative is the pinnacle of human artistic achievement.

[@eric-ye9cf]

what’s the song at 1:00 ?

[@ZBlacktt]

I saw them this year. I was SO hooked on this band at the time. So I just happened to be in North Carolina at the time at they were playing in a small venue. I went in and walked right up to the front center of the stage. Where I stayed until the show was over.

[@dwemerlord6002]

He died 4 years ago....

[@ZBlacktt]

Dwemerlord 600 Meant year in the video.

[@dwemerlord6002]

Oh okay. Sorry.

[@ZBlacktt]

Dwemerlord 600 No problem bro.... yeah it's very sad to watch the video nowadays. It's all we have left of the great guy Peter was. Such a powerful lead vocal.

[@murkywaters1931]

The dude was an absolute UNIT, massive man

[@Chocolate_Octopus]

Type O was never "beating a dead horse" their music was always interesting album to album.

[@karinaxxx2313]

"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.....

[@SeanFlaharty]

@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.

[@thelandofloviestarringmiss77]

Ambidextrous, with an ambivert personality

[@MichaelD8393]

3:02: Me: "Damn, she's hot!" Peter: "That's my sister!" Me: "Wow, she's... classy!" *hopes Peter doesn't pummel me into pudding* 😂

[@electricmagazine1]

He wasn't serious, she was probably a groupie

[@MichaelD8393]

@@electricmagazine1 I think so too. I thought it would be funny to type what I typed too 😂

[@69crafty]

@@electricmagazine1 No shit 😂

[@MichaelD8393]

@@joaorufino4952 Hmm 🤔

[@edobiotec]

Thought he said "That's my assistant"

[@paululver8878]

A good guy. Just tormented...

[@rtj630]

What a wonderful person.... 💚💚💚

[@NaelleDevannah]

This short interview was on point. Kudos

[@geraldinelafayette1838]

Wow it shows what a good guy he truly was to say “I’m getting to the age where looking into this crowd these kids could be my kids and it makes me uncomfortable” like I get what he’s saying and that’s only a feeling you get by experience and just growing old.

[@knutby]

I miss Peter, great dude all around.

[@hauntedhose]

2:00 josh’s expression “certainly not”. 😂😂😂😂

[@666missa666]

youll be missed for an eternity, peter

[@thetreblerebel]

These two are genuinely the guys behind Type Os sound

[@gracebudd1837]

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

[@rhodayackez9570]

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.

[@JDM_Fanatic]

I miss Pete so much. I wish he hadn't wanted to die so badly. I lived from album to album. An immense loss was endured on that sad day in April 2010.

[@joot9184]

I was 3 days old when this was filmed :) wish I was a teenager in the 80's or 90's

[@smashingbrandon]

he seems very sober in this video ..such a shame chemicals took the best of him

[@karinedinizherte4009]

Saudades desses cara!!! Saudades da certeza infanto-juvenil de que eles eram vampiros.

[@thegeminiclub]

OMG his eyes 😍

[@kochamsiebie3077]

His voice is perfect

[@SchillakaWatkins-bv3ol]

Peter is the professional singer and musician, and I missed him very much. RIP Peter. 🎵🎶🎼💚🖤💚🖤💚🖤💚🖤💚🖤💚🖤✝️✝️✝️✝️✝️✝️

[@klevaklevini7036]

I’ m totally in love with this great, huge man. There’s something Deep, wild, indomable and extremely fragile in his eyes and in his “speaking” voice. A perfecly carved face, a great male and, at the same time, a sweet and graceful soul… I can’t say how much I Miss the green man 💚💚💚💚

[@Tfichtenbaum]

Love the fact he came from polish blood ....shows that polish people rock .! I could tell Pete had slavic background in him

[@JJ-ze6vb]

Man, don’t put his talent and commitment to hard work in his field on any kind of national ancestry…

[@StyrbjornStarke]

sound mind, sound body. good philosophy right there

[@arthurbishop3173]

Except all the fast food, booze, and coke...otherwise, yeah, sure.

[@christinasavannah7992]

The interview actually asked very good questions he was respectful and didnt ask anything that was rhetoric

[@auralfury]

Pete was a big teddy bear, he is funny without trying to be funny in alot of ways..god seems to take the good ones far too soon...Miss him.

[@fragallo1188]

You were a legend. I wish I met you in person at least once

[@Synwolf1985]

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.

[@jmb1666]

What an awesome person. Seems like he would have been a solid, honest, good-hearted friend. R.I.P.

[@jimmygray4525]

Lead vocalist sounds fantastic.

[@jamesbrennan7355]

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...

[@ronrubicon1593]

RIP, Pete. One of the greatest songwriters in rock/metal music over the last 30+ years. Jerry Cantrell, Robert DeLeo, Peter Steele. There's your holy trinity.

[@joelwilnierak3361]

RIP you legend

[@killfloor7102]

" Writing strong melodies is a challenge" Yes, Peter it is!

[@VileMisanthrope]

Thank you! Ever since I first saw that show I've always thought that the character of Nathan looks like Peter, even though Brendon Small says he based him off of Corpsegrinder of Cannibal Corpse. I try to tell that to people and they say no, or they don't know who Peter Steele was. But once I show them, they really do see it.

[@xyz-iz9ul]

My son is also a very tall person with long hair, black clothes, but believe me he is the nicest peace loving person.

[@jessicah.8633]

I♥U Peter Steele♥♥♥, will always be a fan and will continue to listen to your music! 4ever & Always!

[@joachimekstrom]

My favorite human being.

[@daluncio1124]

FIDELI7Y *Vampire

[@marcoiacomini4338]

Grande Peter...🤘

[@melissatyree566]

I think he was depressed, but tried to hide it with sarcasm, drugs, etc. He wanted true love i don't think he got it.

[@themightywhoosh5497]

I'm so in love with this guy who's 36 years older than me and super dead 😩

[@hauntedheart7]

Thank you for this great video. I agree this was TON in their prime. Peter you are sadly missed. I was shocked by the depth of my sorrow for his passing.