Celebrating Pete Loeffler of Chevelle on His Birthday

Happy Birthday to Chevelle’s Pete Loeffler!

Pete Loeffler was born on October 19, 1976, in Grayslake, Illinois. We all know him as the lead vocalist, guitarist, and primary songwriter of the rock band Chevelle alongside his brother, drummer Sam Loeffler.

He began playing guitar at a young age and formed Chevelle with Sam and bassist Matt Scott in 1995. Their brother Joe Loeffler replaced Scott on bass in 1996. The band released their debut album, Point #1, in 1999 and have since released eight more studio albums and two compilations, selling millions worldwide.

Joe left the band in 2004 and was replaced by their brother-in-law Dean Bernardini. Bernardini departed from the band in 2019, and in 2021, Kemble Walters joined the band as a touring bassist.

Chevelle has released nine studio albums, all of which have been commercially successful. The band’s most popular albums include Wonder What’s Next (2002), This Type of Thinking (Could Do Us In) (2004), and Vena Sera (2007). Heavy guitars, catchy melodies, and Loeffler’s unique vocals helped Chevelle’s music become popular.

Fans know Loeffler for his distinctive singing voice and his dark, introspective lyrics. He often writes about themes of alienation, anger, and despair. Critics have praised his music for its emotional intensity and its heavy, driving sound.

I had the opportunity to chat with Pete & Sam Loeffler of Chevelle at the 2019 Louder Than Life Festival in Louisville, Kenucky

Interviewing Chevelle

I had the chance to have a sit-down chat with both Pete & Sam Loeffler at the 2019 ‘Louder Than Life’ Festival in Louisville, Kentucky.

Normally when you get to interview artists, it’s before their set. However, I had caught up with the brothers after their blistering set on the main stage, and they were both on the verge of head exhaustion. The temperatures were hovering around 98 degrees all weekend long. Even the nighttime performances were super muggy and hot. During the interview, we took a brief pause to acknowledge that Staind had just taken the stage for the first time in over five years.

You can check out my full interview with Pete & Sam Loeffler of Chevelle from the 2019 Louder Than Life Fest here.

You can also check out my Zoom interview with Pete & Sam as we discuss their most recent album 2021’s NIRATIAS.

Chevelle is a must-see band live, so if you ever get the chance, DO IT! I will definitely be spinning some Chevelle on my show this afternoon, tune-in between 3p & 7p!