{"id":121225,"date":"2017-10-04T03:20:41","date_gmt":"2017-10-04T07:20:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/?p=121225"},"modified":"2017-10-04T03:20:41","modified_gmt":"2017-10-04T07:20:41","slug":"musicians-and-celebrities-pay-tribute-to-rocker-tom-petty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/2017\/10\/04\/musicians-and-celebrities-pay-tribute-to-rocker-tom-petty\/","title":{"rendered":"Musicians and celebrities pay tribute to rocker Tom Petty"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Reaction to the death of rock superstar Tom Petty, who died Monday after suffering cardiac arrest at his Malibu home. (Photo By Davidwbaker, CC BY-SA 4.0)<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

LOS ANGELES \u2014 Reaction to the death of rock superstar Tom Petty, who died Monday after suffering cardiac arrest at his Malibu home:<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cTommy’s passing feels like I’ve lost a little brother. Growing up together in Gainesville and seeing one of my students blossom as an incredibly gifted musician and songwriter has been one of my most fulfilling experiences in this life. It was obvious very early on in his career that his talent, magnetism and charisma were a very special gift that few souls in this world are given. He has given this world so many wonderful memories and touched millions with his magic. Gone far too soon. May he rest in peace knowing how much he is loved and appreciated by all of us that are left behind.\u201d \u2014 former Eagles member Don Felder on Facebook.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cI’m shocked and saddened by the news of Tom’s passing, he’s such a huge part of our musical history, there’ll never be another like him.\u201d \u2014 Eric Clapton in a statement.<\/p>\n

\u201cI loved Tom Petty and I covered his songs because I wanted know what it felt like to fly.\u201d \u2014 singer-songwriter John Mayer on Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cDevastating news about #TomPetty A profound loss. Sad sad day today. RIP\u201d \u2014 rocker Slash on Instagram.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cRIP ?tompetty you will be missed. A music legend #GoneButNeverForgotten\u201d Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer on Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cThrough his work with the Heartbreakers and The Traveling Wilburys he’s left us with an incredibly legacy to enjoy forever, it’s such a shame he has left us way before his time.\u201d \u2014 Def Leppard singer Joe Elliot on Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cIt is so rare to find someone who commands such universal respect in the business. He was a rock n roll lifer with music in his blood. This man delivered a wealth of great songs to his fans and to the world and that is something to celebrate.\u201d \u2014 rocker Alice Cooper, on Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cI feel Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers is the best American rock band, ever. He is both a peer and an inspiration to me. I am heartbroken at his passing, and my deep sympathy goes out to his family and loved ones.\u201d \u2014 REO Speedwagon’s Kevin Cronin on Facebook.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cAlways felt good to know Tom Petty was out there in the world making up beautiful words and music. Sad today but grateful forever.\u201d \u2014 singer Richard Marx on Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cSafe passages to the summerlands, brother. You couldn’t have left more dreams here for us. Thank you. RIP\u201d \u2014 rocker Ryan Adams on Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cTom Petty was a stud. Very few super cool dudes from the old school left. Actual talent. Rough to hear the news\u201d \u2014 actor-comedian David Spade on Twitter.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cTom was a true rock and roll purist, both in his music and his defiant spirit. With the Heartbreakers, his infectious riffs, rebellious personality, and inventive songwriting brought a new urgency to rock traditions and fueled a now legendary career and some of the most memorable music of the last four decades.\u201d \u2014 Recording Academy President\/CEO Neil Portnow in a statement.<\/p>\n

\u2014 \u201cSo sad about Tom Petty, he made some great music. Thoughts are with his family.\u201d \u2014 Mick Jagger via Twitter.<\/p>\n

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