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Question #1: If you had a choice, how would you choose to die?
To burn to death in the arms of the woman I love
Question #2: Do you think there is a new goth movement and are TON part of it?
This is a two part Question... First part, I don't think the goth movement ever died, I think this is a continuation of what happened in the 1980's. Second, I don't really know how to classify Type O negative, that is really up the people at the record stores and radio stations. Maybe I'd call us "Junk Rock."
Question #3: What are your influences?
Black Sabbath, the Beatles, and a Sixty Cycle Electrical Home.
Question #4: What do you prefer, heaven or hell?
I would imagine Hell, since my friends and family are there.
Question #5: If you could form a side project with members from any band, who would they be and what would you call yourselves?
Probably the members of Black Sabbath, playing all Jewish songs and we'd call it "Black Shabbas."
Question #6: How did you feel about your performance in Ozz Fest Phoenix?
Honestly, I don't remember....that one in particular. But they were all very good! It was an honor to perform with Mr. Ozbourne in particular.
Question #7: What was the highlight of the Ozzfest tour and were there a lot of rules imposed by Ozzy's management?
First part of Question: The highlight of the tour was having played at Giant's Stadium. And yes, there were many rules imposed on us by Ozzy Osbourne management, but I've been warned that if I open my mouth, I will have both of my legs broken by Sharon Osbourne.
Question #8: First I wanna say is that Christian Woman is one of the best songs you have ever done...what inspired you to write that song?
Having had a Roman Catholic mother...and a Russiona Orthodox Catholic father...I was forced to succumb to Christian guilt from both sides of my family, so when I reached puberty and hormones started flowing through my vein and the little acorns turned into big oaks - I felt very guilty about becoming a sexual person. And as much as I did not want to write an autobiographical song, I projected my guilt and my sexuality into the psyche of a 13 year old Christian girl who at bedtime would look up at the crucifix on her bedroom wall...and she'd let her fingers do the walking. And by the way, Jesus Christ looks a lot more like Fidel Castro than me!
Question #9: *I'm not sure the exact wording on the question, and I am being as exact as possible (right down to Pete's typeos...) but it was about* how Pete writes his music when on tour? *something to that nature...*
Most of the arranging writing I do mentally because having memorized intervals I can pretty much remember riffs and chord progressions as a mathematical sequence.
Question #10: How did you end up doing a video on the blood video game?
Rumor has it some of the personnel who work at GT Interactive, makers of Blood, are mysteriously enough fans of Type O Negative and for some reason asked us if we'd be interested in having one of our songs put on one of their video games. And to be honest, I don't play video games.
Question #11: What do you think of the new black metal trend in metal?
I'm glad to see a resurgence of Paganism simply because I am not so much anti-religion, which is of course organized ignorance. And although I'm not a fan of that type of music anymore, I still respect what they're doing.
Question #12: Could you ever play Jesus Hitler live or would the band be offended because it is a Carnivore song?
I've learned never to say never. However, I feel that since Type O Negative has assumed it's own identity and not living in the ashes of Carnivore I feel it might be safe or okay with the band to do some of the Carnivore stuff now.
Question #13: how is it being a star does it evr piss u off to have people coming up to u all the time?
First off let me say that I don't believe I'm a star simply because everyone bleeds and I bleed like you However, it is great and it is an honor when people come up to me and ask me questions or want my autograph. It's also embarrassing because these are the people who have made me who I am and who are paying my bills. So it is I who should be asking them for their autograph. Maybe they could sign some checks for me.
Question #14: At what age did you lose your virginity?
At the ripe old age of 19 - on Thanksgiving Day. All I have to say is, "Pass the cranberry sauce."
Question #15: I would like to know what you think about your fans web pages devoted to you. and do you ever spend much time online?
Unfortunately, I am a techno-phobiac. besides not even owning a computer, I do not even own a microwave or a touch tone telephone. So I think that the online pages are great, and maybe with the next advance from the next album, if there is one, I will go out and buy a Hal 2000.
Question #16: I have always respected you on your standpoint and respect of woman, so I feel comfortable in asking you this question, how do you forget or "kill" the love or adoration that you may have for someone of your past?
Because I have loved them so much I have to fool myself into thinking that they have died. And I mourn them and try to only remember the good times.
Question #17: What do you think about people boot-legging your concerts on video?
I'm glad to see someone's making money off Type O Negative!
Question #18: Ever considered working with some electrical music producers for remixes?
It has been done already. We have remixed Cinnamon Girl with Charlie Klauser from Nine Inch Nails
Question #19: there are rumors that the playgirl spread was a fake...it was "an attachment" i don't believe it of course...what can you say about it?
I am 6'6" tall, and I am proportional.
Question #20: What do u usually do on your spare time?
Work on my house. My car. And my psychological problems.
Question #21: I read in an issue of Metal Edge that you didn't care for the internet too much, so why did you decide to come on for a chat?
Again, a two part question. I don't care for the internet so much because it is not used as a medium for knowledge, but for gossip and hearsay. I have decided to come online for a chat because Road Runner Records is paying me $425 an hour. (You know Prozac is expensive.) (And I mean $4.25 an hour!)
Question #22: now that october rust is the best album ever created how will type o top it?
Honestly I feel tht we could have done better. I feel the only way to top October Rust...is to play the Sgt. Pepper's album backwards and steal all the riffs.
Question #23: What made you decide to pose for Playgirl Magazine, and were you afraid it would alter the way people view you or your music?
Another two part question. First part: As a career move. Second part: everyone has consistently thought that we sounded like sh*t, so I figured there was nowhere to go but up.
Question #24: what do you look for in girls?
Number 1: Intelligence. Physical Beauty. Self-Respect. Sense of humor. Independence. And being able to tolerate the *ssh*le that she's with.
Question #25: ws the screen name CasketCrew a *type o* on October Rust? because the person with the name denied having anything to do with the band.
It had absolutely nothing to do with someone's screen name. it actually had to do with the division of a motorcycle club that used to dal with beating people to death.
Question #26: I heard a rumor that you and James Hetfield got into a fist fight. Is this true?
Absolutely untrue. I met James for the first time in Germany, and he was very gentlemanly and respectul, not that I deserve respect, but he gave it to me anyway.
Now, the ending note, where Peter wraps things up with final words of wisdom and advice...
Unfortunately, my colostomy bag is leaking, and I am forced to run to the restroom. However, if you're thinking about killing yourself, remember: Take someone you hate with you!
ending with the traditional Pete speech... I hope this has been useful to you all...because now I think I am suffering from carpal tunnel..(just kidding...)
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