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Peter Thomas Ratajczyk (January 4, 1962 – April 14, 2010), known professionally as Peter Steele, was an American musician. He was best known as the lead vocalist, bassist and composer of the gothic metal band Type O Negative.
Apr 15, 2010 · The goth-metal frontman, who was known for his deep voice and humor, passed away last night from heart failure. He was 48 years old and had a history of drug problems and a prison stint. He was also the bassist for Carnivore and a Playgirl model.
Apr 14, 2022 · Peter Steele, frontman of goth-metal icons Type O Negative, was declared dead from heart failure. It was a bitter sting of irony almost befitting the band’s pitch-black humour, considering Peter had spent the past 20 years singing about the wars and woes of that very same organ.
Apr 13, 2020 · last updated 13 April 2020. In 2008, Type O Negative frontman Peter Steele talked to Metal Hammer about women, drugs and God. It would be one of the last interviews he ever did. (Image credit: George De Sota/Redferns) He was born Petrus T Ratajczyk, but you and the metal world that mourned his passing knew him as the man-mountain Peter Steele.
- Dave Ling
Peter Steele's death, the end of Type O Negative and aftermath (2010–present) On April 14, 2010, frontman and bassist Peter Steele died, reportedly from heart failure. The cause of death was later reported to be sepsis, caused by diverticulitis.
- 1989–2010
- Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
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Apr 20, 2010 · Peter Steele, the singer, bassist and chief songwriter for the heavy metal band Type O Negative, died on Wednesday. He was 48. His death was announced on the band’s Web site...
Apr 14, 2020 · Johnny Kelly, drummer of goth metal band Type O Negative, recalls his friend and singer Peter Steele, who died in 2010 from an aortic aneurysm. He shares their history, struggles, and legacy in the music industry.
