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for Peppi MARCHELLO
Vinny Lobritto
December 2, 2021
I've been in a "Rats" mood all week and listening brought back some of the greatest memories. The Palladium, Gildersleeves, and hanging at the bar in The Factory with you, Mickey and Joe. Great times with a great band. RIP Peppi........... one more rat
John Dempsey
November 29, 2020
Thanks for all those unforgettable nights , Tough Guy
Daniel
October 1, 2020
Rest in peace Peppi. I am listening to the songwriter right now. You were one of the greatest singers ever.
bart schiavo
July 7, 2019
life would have never been the same without meeting and following the rats RIP my friend you are missed terribly but your music lives on born and raised at ubies otjs thanks to guy tucker
Joanne Hertzburg
June 30, 2014
When I started dating my then boyfriend, now husband, in 1975 he brought me to "My Father's Place" to see The Good Rats and if we were lucky catch a rubber rat! I heard Peppi's voice and was hooked! Great to speak with some of my son's friends that are fans also and appreciate their wonderful sound. I still listen to "Tasty" when I want to hear great music, "Songwriter" my favorite. Glad I have memories of seeing a real artist. The voice will live forever!
Mike Morrone
June 21, 2014
Peppi Marchello R.I.P. You will be missed. I grew up with your music.I met you numerous times and you were always kind and friendly. You will be missed. My condolences to the Marchello family.
Danny Lardieri
February 4, 2014
God bless ya my man miss ya
Jay Sherman
December 9, 2013
Such a good man, a great talent and life well lived. Peppi's voice lives on. Thank you, Peppi, all the Rats and Marchello family.
September 1, 2013
My deepest sympathy to the Marchello family. I remember seeing Peppi perform on numerous occasions growing up on Long Island. I recall seeing The Good Rats in Baldwin one night, there must have been 10 people in the room but that did not stop the band from performing in their typical " take no prisoners" style. They were so consistently good that I would go every week to catch a show back in the early seventies- never a bad show...
Thanks Peppi for all the great shows and laughs and for the damn good rock n roll.... you broke the mold!
I also want to send my regards to Mickey, a greaT guy and fine guitarist.
Vince Morgan-( the kid who always wore bandanas)- Mt. Royal NJ
July 30, 2013
God bless you and your family. You will be missed by many, but you will live in our hearts forever. Rat On. Joe Rudmann, formerly of Floral PArk, New York
Russ Woods
July 29, 2013
Was introduced to the Good Rats by a Long Island friend in Denver CO. in 1977. I walked up and introduced myself to Peppi in 1979 in a club in New London Ct. He was warm and gracious and seemed more interested in me than I him. He invited me backstage where I met the rest of the Rats. A month later they were in New Haven at the Great American Ballroom. I had ball caps for Peppi and the band from my submarine. After the show he quickly ushered me backstage again where I gave the fellows their caps and Peppi insisted I stay and share the Johnny Walker Red that was there in plentiful quantities. Peppi was of course a great singer, songwriter and performer. He made time for a starstruck sailor and was more than generous with his time. We will miss you of course. We will also rejoice knowing you are seeing the face of our Lord.
Robert Brower
July 20, 2013
My sincere condolences to the Marchello family and the rest of the band. Peppi was a living legend who lived for the music. He played every weekend of his life. For those of us who were there we witnessed a one of a kind talent, an incredible lyricist whose humor and bravado oozed rock n roll. whose golden throat was so under rated yet whose legend will live on forever. He was a great man, always willing to chat with the fans. I remember suggesting to Peppi that he ought to release a greatest hit record for those who were not yet familiar with his genius, he told me, "whaadya mean? there all hits". Indeed. I'm so shocked and saddened that he is no longer with us but I'm honored to have known him. His influence will not be forgotten or lost. The world has lost a hero. Fare thee well, brother. We will miss you.
Bob D
July 20, 2013
God bless Peppi and his family. Last time I saw Peppi was in a small club in Freeport. At the end of the show to my surprise he happened to sit down with my wife and I. It was the first I ever spoke with him. What a humble nice unpretentious guy. Rock and Roll lost one of its best. Rip my friend.
Johnny Chiro
July 19, 2013
God Bless Peppi and the Good Rat family. My favorite show was at Queens-bough Community College when go crazy Lenny Schultz opened. Last seen Peppi on 14th St in the city after seeing Spocks Beard at BB's and was able to converse with Peppi and he showed me his scar. We were very lucky to have such a great talent and to me he wrote some of my favorite songs and was one of my favorite performers. He did make it big in the hearts of us who truly knew what great rock and roll is and he is in our hall of fame forever, Gods Love to Peppi, I know he is writing Tasty songs on a harp for God as I write this, Peace
Gary Cotugno
July 19, 2013
Peppi, you were the sound track of My youth. You will never be forgotten. Your Music will forever stand the test of time. God Speed Brother. Love Gary AKA Ruben Kincade.
jimmi crifo
July 17, 2013
What a massive talent...so sad..r.I.p.
Peppi at Binghamton University circa 1980
Ron Dwornik
July 16, 2013
We, as upstate NY teenagers in the 70's, “discovered” the Good Rats by going to a local department store and perusing the discounted 8-track tapes. The original Good Rats tape caught our eyes, we bought it, and the rest is history. I've seen the band locally the few times they came our way – Popeye's, YaYa's, Binghamton U. twice and at Cornell with Heart. I'm a proud owner of a rubber rat and a Tasty album signed by Peppi. It's hard to accept that Peppi is no longer with us but we all know that his music will live on forever. To the Marchello family…please accept my condolences.
Peppi at Binghamton University circa 1980
Ron Dwornik
July 16, 2013
Stephen Giroux
July 16, 2013
I never knew the man, but one could learn what a good guy he was by listening to his music. His was a life well spent, and he has left a formidable legacy. We are all a little richer for having heard his "rock and roll point of view". My condolences to his family and friends.
Mike S
July 16, 2013
Life long fan forever. So glad that I got to see and hear Peppi one last time at Captain Jack's in Sodus Point, NY summer of 2012. He sounded great and rocked like always. I have a young son who is going to hear everything about Peppi and the boys when he gets a little older!!! RIP Peppi and thanks for the incredible memories....
The last time I was able to see the Good Rats at Jefferson's in 2009
Bob Falk
July 16, 2013
Peppi,thanks for all the great music you gave to us through the years. I hope there is a Rock N Roll heaven with you being the lead singer.
Lawrence Maskley
July 16, 2013
You may be gone but your MUSIC will live in my heart forever. LOVE YEAH BUDDY and will miss you dearly. LARRY and LAURA MASKLEY
Randy Ottoson
July 15, 2013
My prayers and condolences go out to your family, friends, band mates, and fans. You were a big part of my growing up years, having seen the band many times. My brother(who is also past) turned me on to the Tasty album and I have loved the music ever since. Thank you for the music, the melodies, and the memories. You will be forever missed.
Jeff Shattuck
July 15, 2013
Enjoyed going to the shows, thoughts are with the Marchello family at this difficult time.
Tim Peterson
July 15, 2013
R.I.P. Peppi, Thank You for all the great music.
Jim rivera
July 15, 2013
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Tom Young
July 15, 2013
Peppi Marchello was loved by so many people. A monster talent, and a wonderful man. I had the pleasure of dealing with him to arrange a show at the Lindenhurst Moose Lodge in April. Peppi was a gentleman, and so fascinating to talk to. Of course, the show was great. He left us fans so much great music to be cherished forever. He will be greatly missed, but I hope his family can find some comfort in many happy memories.
Stephen `Bliss
July 15, 2013
Peppi, such a BIG part of my life over the last 35 some years...in High school i was the rat man..saw you so many times!..simply the Best..with a one of a Kind Voice and heart..Miss you already!
Glenn
July 15, 2013
RIP Peppi. Your music brought joy to us all.
Frank Auletti
July 15, 2013
Grew up Listening to the Good Rats. Prayers go out to the Marchello Family. Fondest Memories of my sons next to Peppi during "Mean Mother" at Ratstock 1. His music will live forever in my house.
Christopher Messineo
July 15, 2013
Have been a fan since the 70's and always tried to see the Rats every time they ventured upstate to Rochester.
Peppi will be missed but his music lives on-Many great memories and heavy hearts here in Rochester.
bart schiavo
July 14, 2013
followed you guys around for years. ubies many times. my fathers place was awsome. my friend guy and i were planning on detroit. you were a special man an awsome writer and singer. you will truly be missed.rip peppi
Kim Lozada
July 14, 2013
A true staple in Long Island.... RIP Pep. Sending strength to the family.
Bill Rorke
July 14, 2013
Peppi- Thank you for all the great times and memories over so many years. You will be missed. Love you, man!
Barbara Pupino
July 14, 2013
Rest in Peace, Saw the Good Rats so many times at My Father's Place. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Phil Morizio
July 14, 2013
Rest in peace Peppi and God bless the Marchello family
carol torti m
July 13, 2013
rest in peace Peppi
Art Fahie ("Crazy" Artie)
July 13, 2013
I learned more about musicianship from Pep in the 4+ years of playing with the Rats than the entire rest of my life.
July 13, 2013
Saw Peppi and the Rats play on Northern Blvd I(Knotty Knee) the night before we went to Woodstock..
RIP and God Bless!!!
WALTER M. WOOD III ''WOODY''
July 13, 2013
LORD...PLEASE WELCOME PEPPI INTO YOUR BLESSED KINGDOM, & MAY HE FLY WITH THE ANGELS IN HEAVEN, FOR HE HAD THE KINDEST SOUL ON EARTH.
Carol Piwowar
July 13, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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