Get ready to crank up the volume and break out your sequined spandex!
This week on Tribute Band Sessions, we’re going full-throttle into glittering chaos with Mo Royce Peterson, frontman of Tragedy – the all-metal tribute to the Bee Gees (and beyond).
Mo reveals the hilariously ironic story of how disco classics became roaring heavy-metal anthems. From his early days as a violin prodigy on the front page of his local paper to the moment a promoter suggested, “Hey, ever think about a tribute band?”, Mo walks us through how lightning struck and Tragedy was born.
We dive into the band’s wild world of stage personas (“the rockstars we wished we were”), their insane European tours from massive metal festivals to tiny Edinburgh dive bars, and why the UK just gets disco-metal on a spiritual level. You’ll also hear about their upcoming original music, their collaborative songwriting style, and a potential collaboration with a member of the Gibb family.
This isn’t just a band — it’s a spectacle. Exploding with confetti, cowbells, bubble guns, and pure joy, Tragedy transforms the dance floor into a mosh pit of pure absurd fun. If you love musicianship, comedy, or just good old-fashioned rock theater — this episode is your backstage pass.
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0:00 – Introduction to Mo Royce Peterson
Meet the frontman of Tragedy, the Bee Gees gone metal.
1:09 – The Band Tragedy
The lineup, the madness, and the mission.
2:04 – Touring in Edinburgh
Playing Europe’s wildest stages and smallest pubs.
2:54 – Tragedy’s Origins
How NYC’s rock underground birthed disco-metal.
3:13 – From Violin to Guitar
Mo’s path from classical prodigy to rock shredder.
5:47 – The Birth of Tragedy
The real story behind the idea — not just a jukebox myth.
6:29 – That Promoter Call
How one phone call sparked a genre mashup.
7:16 – The Lightbulb Moment: Bee Gees Meet Metal
When irony became art.
8:00 – Enter the Cowbellist
The band’s secret weapon and comedic foil.
9:19 – Festivals vs. Dive Bars
The thrill of massive crowds and intimate chaos.
11:02 – Stagecraft & Theater
Turning every show into a full-blown spectacle.
13:40 – Early Musical Influences
From Bobby Darin to Journey and the Bee Gees.
15:08 – Writing Mashups
How demos and MySpace launched their viral moment.
16:33 – Songwriting & Collaboration
Crafting metal from disco gold.
18:48 – Stage Personas
“The rockstars we wished we were.”
19:57 – First Show at BB King’s NYC
Instant connection, instant chaos.
21:49 – Reimagining the Hits
Injecting humor and heart into every riff.
22:13 – Albums & Videos
From Disco Balls to the Wall to cinematic parodies.
23:44 – Video Magic
Directed by Mo’s wife — creative power duo.
24:00 – Weirdest Gigs Ever
Tiny clubs, no stages, giant drum kits — pure mayhem.
26:01 – Tour Life
Van days, merch nights, and life on the road.
28:22 – Crew, Confetti & Chaos
Running a full rock show with a small team.
30:21 – UK vs. US Crowds
Why British fans sing louder and headbang harder.
32:56 – Touring Calendar
How they manage relentless shows and side projects.
34:25 – The Next Chapter
Writing original songs while keeping the parody alive.
36:08 – Meeting the Bee Gees’ Kids
And connecting with Stephen Gibb, Barry’s metalhead son.
37:51 – Future Collabs & Dreams
From studio sessions to touring partners.
38:43 – Endorsements & Advice
Bruce Dickinson’s praise and wisdom for tribute artists.
42:36 – Finale
Where to find Tragedy — and why every show is unforgettable.
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