Vocals (lead), Bass, Guitars (additional), Keyboards (additional) (1990-2010)

Born in Red Hook, Brooklyn, New York on January 4th, 1962, at 3:45 am, of Polish, Russian, Icelandic, Scottish and Irish descent, Peter was the lead singer, bassist, and composer for the gothic metal band Type O Negative. Before forming Type O Negative, he had created the metal group Fallout and the thrash band Carnivore.

As the frontman for Type O Negative, Steele was known for his vampiric affect, towering stature, rich bass-baritone vocals, and a dark, often self-deprecating sense of humor. His lyrics were often intensely personal, dealing with subjects including love, loss, and addiction. Steele credited Black Sabbath and The Beatles as his key musical inspirations.

Peter Steele died of Meckel’s diverticulum on April 14, 2010 at the age of 48. Prior to his death, Steele had been enjoying a long period of sobriety and improved health and was imminently due to begin writing and recording new music. His wake was held at Byrnes Funeral Home in Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn, and he is buried at Saint Charles Cemetery in Farmingdale, Long Island. On November 21, 2011, an oak tree was planted in Prospect Park to commemorate Steele.