Following Sunday night’s (Oct. 1) massacre during a performance by country star Jason Aldean at the Route 91 Harvest Festival at the Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas—now being called the deadliest such mass shooting in U.S. history—musicians took to social media to express their sorrow.
Aldean’s statement: “Tonight has been beyond horrific. I still dont know what to say but wanted to let everyone know that Me and my Crew are safe. My Thoughts and prayers go out to everyone involved tonight. It hurts my heart that this would happen to anyone who was just coming out to enjoy what should have been a fun night. #heartbroken #stopthehate”
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) October 2, 2017
The festival organizers issued the following statement on Oct. 2:
“On behalf of the entire Route 91 Harvest Family, we are completely devastated by the event that occurred Sunday night. Our deepest sympathies go out to the injured and the deceased and their loved ones, senseless violence has claimed the souls of our fans and we have little in the way of answers.
Our eternal gratitude goes out to the LVPD, Emergency services, security guards, and fans for their selfless acts of bravery while trying to help those in need.
While we will try and move forward, we will never forget this day. We will NOT let hate win over LOVE. We will NOT be defeated by senseless violence.
We WILL persevere, and honor the souls that were lost. Because it matters.
– Route 91 Harvest”
In shock over the tragedy in Las Vegas, we are sending our prayers & love to our friends/family there & all those affected. Pray for peace.
— John Fogerty (@John_Fogerty) October 2, 2017
Oh no! How can this be happening? I am praying for the families and friends of those who were shot. 😔🙏 #route91 #lasvegas https://t.co/FPoLYPhVZs
— Sheryl Crow (@SherylCrow) October 2, 2017
Peace and love and prayers and hugs Las Vegas peace and love Ringo 😎✌️🌟💖☮️ pic.twitter.com/fUMu1p6ZqO
— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) October 2, 2017
Journey keyboardist, Jonathan Cain…
Saddened and praying for the victims and families of the senseless murders in Las Vegas at The Manadalay Bay last night🙏🏻 #vegasshooting pic.twitter.com/AAckCQUrvN
— Jonathan Cain (@TheJonathanCain) October 2, 2017
My heart goes out to the families and loved ones of the victims of this inhuman act of violence in LV. I am devastated by this. God bless.
— Don Felder (@donfelder) October 2, 2017
Sending love and prayers to everyone in Las Vegas. #PrayForLasVegas pic.twitter.com/ZnjqnODkvn
— Aerosmith (@Aerosmith) October 2, 2017
Vegas…Our Thoughts & Prayers To The Families & Friends Of All Those Who Lost Their Lives Or Were Injured In Todays Horrifying Shootings XX pic.twitter.com/ChvGalfJGB
— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) October 2, 2017
My heart is breaking for Las Vegas. We need love, unity, peace, gun control & for people to look at this & call this what it is = terrorism.
— Ariana Grande (@ArianaGrande) October 2, 2017
Our hearts go out to Las Vegas and to those injured and the families of those killed in yet another senseless… https://t.co/9likB5RPI6
— FOGHAT (@FOGHAT) October 2, 2017
Our thoughts & prayers are with the victims of last night’s tragic events. We’re grateful for the immediate actions of our first responders. pic.twitter.com/Arf8edj1iZ
— Mandalay Bay Resort (@MandalayBay) October 2, 2017
My heart goes out to everyone in Las Vegas at @Jason_Aldean show. Such a tragedy. #GunControlNow
— Bryan Adams (@bryanadams) October 2, 2017
My heart beats with sadness today…sending love into the world is all I can do. This brings me to my knees…#LasVegasShooting #morelove
— Melissa Etheridge (@metheridge) October 2, 2017
The news from Las Vegas is heartbreaking. Devastating.
— John Legend (@johnlegend) October 2, 2017
Heartbroken by the news out of Las Vegas.
Praying for those of us waiting for news from loved ones who went to hear live music on a Sunday.— Lin-Manuel Miranda (@Lin_Manuel) October 2, 2017
We are devastated by the shooting at a live music event in Las Vegas. Our hearts are with everyone affected.
— Farm Aid (@FarmAid) October 2, 2017
Last night I drove by the Mandalay Bay at 10 pm. I had just finished a rehearsal with my band Kenny and Friends. We are all horrified!!
— KennyAronoff (@AronoffOFFICIAL) October 2, 2017
The Rolling Stones send their deepest condolences to all those affected by the terrible shooting at Route 91 in Vegas.
— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) October 2, 2017
Love and prayers being sent to everyone in Vegas.
— Darius Rucker (@dariusrucker) October 2, 2017
What happened at #Route91Harvest last night is beyond comprehension. Vegas, our hearts are with You. Prayers & LOVE to all those affected.
— The Doobie Brothers (@TheDoobieBros) October 2, 2017
#LasVegas #stopthehate #staystrong pic.twitter.com/ojw5esWBUq
— Ann Wilson (@AnnWilson) October 2, 2017
Tonight our lights darken for the victims & those affected by the Las Vegas attack, w/an orange halo effect shining a light on gun violence. pic.twitter.com/96gpsrQDaD
— Empire State Bldg (@EmpireStateBldg) October 2, 2017
