Steven Tyler, Geezer Butler, and several other bands also spoke out
Several Hard Rock and Heavy Metal stars paid tribute to Lou Reed, who passed away yesterday at the age of 71.
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Some of the messages that were sent:
"RIP Lou Reed. A musician and artist who lived by his own rules" (Paul Stanley)
"Rest in Peace Lou Reed. We will miss you!" (Motörhead)
“I still haven’t come to terms with the loss of Lou Reed. I’m still trying to process it. It’s the denial phase, I think.” (Slash)
"Rest in peace, great friend and musician. You made the world sing. I love you!" (Steven Tyler)
"Lou Reed... Rest in Peace" (Geezer Butler)
"I love Lou Reed very much. Always." (Flea)
"RIP Lou Reed... See you in Rock Heaven Dio, Kurt, Dime and Janis" (Lzzy Hale)
"RIP Lou Reed. Thank you for the beautiful and obscure lyrics and music. You've inspired me since my teens." (Nikki Sixx)
“My introduction to the work of Lou Reed/Velvet Underground was through Jane's Addiction's cover of “Rock 'N Roll”. He was a unique talent. RIP Lou and thank you.” (Tom Morello)
"Shit! One of my all-time heroes and friends has died. RIP Lou!" (Dave Navarro)
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