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. Sure — here’s a clean, short, clickable version you can drop into your emails, website, or social posts: 🎸 Listen & Follow Tribute Band Sessions: 🌐 Website 🎧 Spotify 🍎 Apple Podcasts 📘 Facebook 📸 Instagram 🎵 TikTok 🐦 X (Twitter) 💬 Threads 👉 Watch Tribute Band Sessions on YouTube Find Tragedy 🌐 letsmaketragedyhappen.com 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. Find Tribute Band SessionsFind TragedyChapters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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