As happens far too often, we wait to pay tribute to our heroes until after they are gone.
The following is our list of reactions from veteran artists which we will be updating on a regular basis:
Rick Springfield
So incredibly sad about Tom Petty. A lovely guy gone way too soon but his music will live as long as our world does.
Carole King
My [heart] goes out to all the people affected by the horrible shooting in Las Vegas, & to family,friends & fans of Tom Petty, of which I’m one.
Morris Day & the Time
We lost another legend, Tom Petty!
Praying for his family
Jon Bon Jovi
I’m crushed…
Praying for all those affected by Vegas last night.
And now the loss of one of my great influences Tom Petty today.
-JBJ
G. Love & Special Sauce
Tough day for this world we need more people like Tom Petty. We will miss you Tom Rest In Peace thankyou for so much music, so many moments singing along with your tunes ❤️
Robbie Robertson
I am totally shocked at the passing of Tom Petty. What a great guy, what a talent, what a tremendous loss.
Blessings on his beautiful soul.
RR
Darlene Love
Soooo sad and young too! :(((
Julian Lennon
More sad news today, hearing of Tom Petty’s passing…
Have always been a fan. Sadly never got to see him LIVE.
Heart & Prayers to Family & friends… ? x
Micky Dolenz
“l am gutted. I was a huge fan and we became friends. Rest in peace, Tom” #RIPTomPetty
Peter Tork
Unfathomable. Blessings and wishes of comfort and strength to Tom Petty’s family, friends and loved ones. Thank you, Tom, for your music and so much more.
Sheryl Crow
This is unbearable. Vegas and now a great music hero has passed. You brought us so much joy, @tompetty. We will miss you. [heart] #RIPTomPetty
I feel like today, the music truly died. Can’t go see/hear music and be safe and one of the greats just passed. [broken heart]
Doug Aldrich
Way too young…Rest In Peace Tom…. You’ll always be remembered as a Giant
Vernon Reid
One of the most distinctive voices in R&R. The Confederate Flag thing pissed me off, but Petty was one of the GREATS. Very sad to hear
R.I.P
Rikki Rocket
R.I.P. Tom Petty! Wow! Just, wow!!!
Martha Quinn
My friends, my MTV generation I hold you close in my heart as I type: Rest In Peace Tom Petty. All who found your music got lucky. You will be so missed. As your friend George Harrison once said it’s all too much. My deepest prayers and condolences to your loved ones.
Nickelback
We are heartbroken beyond words. Shattered. Tom Petty’s music has been a huge part of our lives. Our thoughts are with his family & friends.
Eddie Money
It’s hard to believe that it’s true.
Tom Petty was a kind friend with a beautiful soul.
Our condolences go out to his family and may he rest in peace.
We will miss him.
Brian Wilson
I’m heartbroken to hear about Tom Petty passing. He was just too young and still in his prime. Tom was a hell of a songwriter and record-maker and he will be missed by everyone who loves music. I’m so sad to hear about this. Love & Mercy to Tom’s friends, family and fans.
Garland Jeffries
A sad day all around for music and those who love it and those who go see live music. RIP Tom Petty #heartbreakers
Cyndi Lauper
Oh man Tom Petty is gone. He was really great. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers go to his family right now. RIP
America
More sadness…Tom Petty dies…age 66.
The Bangles
We Bangles are heartbroken today to have to say goodbye to our friend, Tom. His music and spirit inspired us and he will be sorely missed.
Steven Van Zandt
Man this cannot be happening. Not Tom Petty please. Our deepest love and condolences to his family and band. A brother and true believer.
Martina McBride
No……not Tom Petty.
Nikki Sixx
Tom Petty. One of the greatest songwriters of our generation.Thank you for ALL the music.Prayers to your family & band members.#RIPTomPetty
Chuck D
Damn ….Tom Petty I remember standing backstage w him & he tells me ‘Go Get Em at a. Presentation #rockAnointed
Paul Stanley
No! We have lost Tom Petty. From our opening act in the seventies to becoming a brilliant songwriter and performer I have loved his music.
Ryan Adams
RIP Tom Petty
Thank you for giving so much, a lifetime of inspiration and love. Your music has changed this world for the better.
Candlebox
R.I.P. Tom, the world is a full of heavy hearts today! You inspired so many with your talents and brilliance, thank you for all you have and shared! Godspeed to you.
John Fogerty
Today is almost too much to bear. With the tragedy in Las Vegas and this to happen on top of it. We are just devastated… Tom’s music means the world to me and my wife, Julie, in fact, he is her all time favorite artist, we open our show in Vegas with “I Won’t Back Down” … beyond sad to hear of my friend’s passing.
Kid Rock
Today is almost too much to bear. With the tragedy in Las Vegas and this to happen on top of it. We are just devastated… Tom’s music means the world to me and my wife, Julie, in fact, he is her all time favorite artist, we open our show in Vegas with “I Won’t Back Down” … beyond sad to hear of my friend’s passing.
Suzy Bogguss
What a sad day… My heart is heavy and my stomach is upside down. Thank you Tom for all you gave to us.?❤️
George Thorogood & the Destroyers
Devastating loss in Mr Tom Petty. He will be remembered as a true rock legend – so many classics. Thoughts and prayers to the Petty family and team.
Brian Setzer
Can’t believe this. Always love you Tom…
Nancy Sinatra
Such a terrible loss. Godspeed, Tom. ?
Veruca Salt
Write his name in the sky #riptompetty
Rob Thomas
There are no words to describe how much this man meant to me, my band and my family. None.
Huey Lewis
So sad. Way too young. A great writer, singer, and band leader. His music will endure. – Huey
Dave Stewart
R.I.P. you were and will always be an inspiration to me and everyone who had a chance to work with you as well as your devoted fans who like me were in awe of your songwriting and unique contribution the world of music #tompetty October 20, 1950 – October 2, 2017 ?
Rod Argent
I’ve just this second had the news – Tom Petty has passed. This is so, so sad.
Tom,bless you; thank you from all the Zombies for years of help, support and your selfless and generous spirit.From our hearts. R.I.P. dear friend. Rod xx
Meat Loaf
Today Just gets worse . The very talented musician , writer Tom Petty has just passed away . Another great has left us too soon. He left amazing memories with his love of his music and his fans that will live on in the Hearts of those that knew him and those that loved him . Our prayers go out to Tom and his family .
Gone too soon !! Tom lives on with the memories he left us, and the love he gave . Prayers to Tom and his family
Reba McEntire
Is this true?????????
Please say it’s not!!!!
William “Bootsy” Collins
Oouch! This one hurts, Mr. Tom Petty has elevated to another frequency! Sending out Love vibes & prayers to his family & friends. R.I.P.
Ted Nugent
The great gifted hardworking American soulmusic master Tom Petty is dead at 66. We thank & salute the great musician for enriching so many peoples lives with his brilliant songwriting, soulful performances and virtuoso bandmates. RIP Tom Petty. His music and soul will live forever.
Survivor
RIP Tom Petty, thank you for all the GREAT songs. Another sad piece of news in an already sad, sad day.
Mike Portnoy
This is an absolutely horrible day in American history witnessing the tragedy in #LasVegas And now the news of #RIPTomPetty
RIP Charlie T Wilbury Jr ? Say Hello to Nelson & Lefty… Thank you for all of the great music…Today we’re all heartbroken ?
The Shadows of Knight
Rest in Peace, Tom Petty. i will see you again someday at the great gig in the sky…until then..rock on my friend…
Sebastian Bach
Damn the torpedoes ?
