Irish Keeping TON Alive
So, when I asked if TON could be copied successfully, I got a couple of good responses. Comparisons aside, because you know we are partial when it comes to Peter's voice and music. I do not post this to cause ridicule. I post this because Peter would be bewildered that tribute bands exist. And the type of person that he was, he would have shown up at a "Bloody Kisses" show, paid full price to support musicians. (though I can't imagine what he would have shouted from the audience). Besides Bloody Kisses in Ireland, I know of another tribute in Staten Island. Here is what one of our For The Love Of Pete Steele family has written:
It is with the utmost respect and honour when my friends and I get onto a stage to play Pete's music to his loyal fans. We don't make money from it - it's not about money - it's about paying our respects as 4 massive TON fans and to keep Pete's music alive and played loudly and live - the way it's supposed to be! You can read a review of one of the shows here; http://www.metalireland.com/2011/08/21/bloody-kisses-honey-for-christ-mourning-of-the-heretic-live-review/ Or search for Bloody Kisses tribute on youtube if you are interested. Pete is always in our hearts and is the reason we do this! Chris