Rock Legend Peter Wolf Still Churning Out Hits

Peter Wolf in the studios of WERS (facebook)

Peter Wolf in the studios of WERS (facebook)

From “Love Stinks” to “Musta Got Lost” to its #1 single “Centerfold” the J. Geils Band is one of the most successful New England rock bands.

J. Geils frontman Peter Wolf was with the band for all of its hits, but now he’s touring as a solo artist. Since the group broke up many years ago, Wolf has had his own solo career, producing music that reflects his passion for rock, R&B, the blues and country. His new album “Midnight Souvenirs” is Wolf’s latest effort.

“Midnight Souvenirs” includes some straight-ahead rock and roll, as well as more delicate duets with voices as diverse as Shelby Lynn, Neko Case and Merle Haggard. The album is Wolf’s latest love-letter to the musical styles and influences that inspire him.

Throughout his career, Wolf’s music continues to evolve and earn high praise. Rolling Stone Magazine voted his last CD — “Sleepless” — among the 500 best rock albums of all time.

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  • Alex G.

    Peter Wolf has a terrific “radio voice.” Has he ever been a DJ in the past?

    • Agbrooks

      Hi Alex,

      Back in the 1960s and early 70s Peter Wolf was famous in Boston for his radio voice. In fact he had his own show on the old WBCN radio, which in those days was a progressive rock station. Plenty of people around Boston still remember him for that.
      AB

    • Laurindareale

      Yes he was

    • Jbgoode51

      yes Pete was DJ and music director of one of the ‘underground legendary FM radio stations in Boston WBCN. His show was one for the ages. JBGOODE

  • Steve

    Have you heard ANYTHING about a Geils show or two this summer? Last year in Detroit was phenominal.

  • http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=597680704 Doug Augelli

    Peter playing in Maine this summer

    http://natevafestival.com/

  • Rosello4ny

    Always been a big fan, wish I had seen them live but Full House is still one of my favorite albums ever!!

  • Katwalker8

    Love this man!

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