Eulogies for Lou Reed have been coming at a steady pace since news broke yesterday that the New York rock legend had passed away at the age of 71. A cavalcade of fans, peers and disciples have taken to Twitter to express their condolences for the loss of one of the greatest and most influential rock musicians of our time. While death these days often brings on a deluge of remembrances (often, sadly, from those who simply want to interject themselves into a trending story), we culled some of the more insightful tweets from DJs and musicians, honoring Reed’s rock ‘n’ roll legacy.
So sad to read about Lou Reed passing.. Such incredible music for so long. RIP
So sad to read about Lou Reed passing.. Such incredible music for so long. RIP
— erol alkan (@erolalkan) October 27, 2013
— Justin Robertson (@robertsonjustin) October 27, 2013
There is no way to explain how much Loud Reed influenced me. He’s probably the main reason I never take off my shades.
— Tommie Sunshine (@tommiesunshine) October 27, 2013
Goodbye, Lou. I loved you so much. I thought you’d always be here. http://t.co/DY40txBIM4
— moby (@thelittleidiot) October 27, 2013
velvet underground & nico on repeat today. #RIPLouReed
— Benny Blanco (@ItsBennyBlanco) October 27, 2013
Lou Reed, R.I.P. I did the Jools Holland show with him last year and we yucked it up. I didn’t know he was ill…. http://t.co/enOpYpnGlg
— Nile Rodgers (@nilerodgers) October 27, 2013
Lou Reed has died. That’s terrible news. A huge part of my younger years revolved around him and his music. GN
— Gary Numan Official (@numanofficial) October 27, 2013
RIP Lou Reed… So sad 🙁
— Ghosting Season (@ghostingseason) October 27, 2013
R.I.P. Lou Reed – Walk On The Wild Side: http://t.co/3M1Bt5B0A8 via @youtube
— Benny Benassi (@BennyBenassi) October 28, 2013
RIP Lou Reed.Thank you for your beautiful/dark lyrics/music and stance on life.You inspired me from my teenage years right up till today.
— Nikki Sixx (@NikkiSixx) October 27, 2013
LOU REED.
— el-p (@therealelp) October 27, 2013
R.I.P. Lou Reed 🙁
— Mord Fustang (@MordFustang) October 27, 2013
so sorry to hear of demise of #LouReed An extraordinary lyricist. Not easiest to interview, but most rewarding. Thanks for the music Lou x
— annie nightingale (@aanightingale) October 27, 2013
Rest In Peace to Lou Reed. You will be missed!
— Official Motörhead (@myMotorhead) October 27, 2013
RIP Lou Reed
— maryanne hobbs (@maryannehobbs) October 28, 2013
RIP Lou Reed, a true artist.
— Peter Hook (@peter_hook1) October 28, 2013
Sad to hear about the passing away of Lou Reed. Big Fall fan, excellent squash player.
— Mark E Smith (@Markesmith) October 27, 2013
I love Lou reed so much. Always
— Flea (@flea333) October 27, 2013
LOU REED & Susan Vega (+playlist): http://t.co/ppKpq6pLMe via @youtube Meeting Lou for the first time after following him in NY for years
— Suzanne Vega (@suzyv) October 27, 2013
RIP Lou Reed you absolute legend!
— The Kooks (@thekooksmusic) October 27, 2013
Lou Reed is the reason i do everything i do
— Julian Casablancas (@Casablancas_J) October 27, 2013
R.I.P. Lou… A Real Original… x http://t.co/hjytFje1Hs
— Julian Lennon (@JulianLennon) October 27, 2013
Lou Reed in memoriam: http://t.co/PTnjlOGbDQ
— Gilberto Gil (@gilbertogil) October 28, 2013