Date of Birth: January 4, 1962
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Date of Death: April 14, 2010
Biography
Peter Steele, born Petrus Thomas Ratajczyk, was an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist, bassist, and composer for the gothic metal band Type O Negative. Born on January 4, 1962, in Brooklyn, New York, Steele’s deep bass voice and towering presence defined the sound and look of the band. Before forming Type O Negative, he played in the bands Fallout and Carnivore. The music of Type O Negative often explored themes of romance, depression, and death, wrapped in a darkly comedic tone. The band’s most successful albums include “Bloody Kisses” and “October Rust.” Peter Steele’s unique blend of gothic, metal, and doom influences left a lasting mark on the genre. Tragically, Steele passed away on April 14, 2010, at the age of 48 due to heart failure.
5 Interesting Facts about Peter Steele
1. Peter Steele was 6 feet 8 inches tall, making him one of the tallest figures in the metal music scene.
2. He posed for Playgirl magazine in 1995, which brought him a lot of attention both inside and outside the music industry.
3. Before his music career took off, Steele worked for the New York City Parks Department.
4. Type O Negative’s album “Bloody Kisses” was the first album for Roadrunner Records to achieve Gold and Platinum status.
5. Steele had a long history of battling substance abuse and depression, which he openly discussed in interviews and through his music.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Peter Steele
1. “We’re all basically the same. We all want the same things. We all have the same fears and anxieties.”
2. “Music is about expression and communication.”
3. “I think happiness is a momentary feeling, and it’s a fleeting emotion.”
4. “Life is a sexually transmitted disease.”
5. “I’d always felt like an outsider. I still do, and I always will.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Peter Steele’s net worth was estimated to be around $1 million.
Children
Peter Steele did not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia – Peter Steele](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_Steele
2. [IMDb – Peter Steele](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0824439/
3. [AllMusic – Peter Steele](https://www.allmusic.com/artist/peter-steele-mn0000833554
4. [Last.fm – Peter Steele](https://www.last.fm/music/Peter+Steele
