Following news of Eagles co-founder and guitarist Glenn Frey‘s death on Monday (Jan. 18), members of the music world turned to social media and beyond to pay their respects.
Glenn Frey, Eagles Guitarist, Dies at 67
From the Roots‘ Questlove to Mötley Crüe‘s Nikki Sixx, Frey’s influence was clearly widespread.
J.D. Souther, frequent Eagles songwriter: “Glenn Frey was my first songwriting partner and best friend when we set out to realize our dreams of making great music in Los Angeles. Our first year together will always seem like yesterday to me. His amazing capacity for the big joke and that brilliant groove that lived inside him are with me, even now, in this loss and sorrow. I will miss him every day but then…he is always here, isn’t he? I can’t say any more than that for now. The music and the love are indestructible.
“Rest Quietly Dear Little Brother
You are greatly loved and missed”
Bob Seger on Glenn Frey: ‘He Had a Drive, An Imagination & A Talent That Was Titanic’
Ted Nugent, fellow Detroit rocker: “The mighty Motor City has been the Old Faithful of killer music forever, and we lost one of our Motown Soulbrother BloodBrothers today. Glenn Frey was there in the beginning with Seger, Mitch Ryder, me, Motown and all of Chuck’s children and he represented the spirit and soul of Michigan beautifully. I don’t know what it is, but I know it is, and we can only thank Glenn for providing such a moving, emotional, driving, inspiring, dare I say life saving soundtrack that powerfully enriched so many lives. The man had the MoJo. Godspeed Glenn. Jamon.”
MT: Shocker. My friend from the early days, and important member of Eagles, has died. We loved you, Glenn Frey.
— Steve Martin (@SteveMartinToGo) January 18, 2016
Glenn once asked me “what do you think of the name ‘Eagles?'” I said “The Eagles. Great.” He said “no, Eagles.” The group is “Eagles.”
— Steve Martin (@SteveMartinToGo) January 18, 2016
RIP, Glenn Frey. Travel to the stars safely, bro. pic.twitter.com/jVDPy5zkLe
— Ryan Adams (@TheRyanAdams) January 18, 2016
….sigh Glenn Frey belongs to the city still. damn man. all these legends man…..#TheEagles
— Questlove Gomez (@questlove) January 18, 2016
R.I.P. Glen Frey….Thank you for all the great songs and powerful lyrics…Jesus can the reaper please take break for awhile…..
— Nikki Sixx (@NikkiSixx) January 18, 2016
SHOCKED to report the death of GLENN FREY. Eagle & brilliant songwriter. We shared some memories at RRHOF. Shocked.. pic.twitter.com/0uVYgaKVIT
— Paul Stanley (@PaulStanleyLive) January 18, 2016
Joining the heavenly band… RIP Glenn Frey… https://t.co/U8O5flGuKx
— Micky Dolenz (@TheMickyDolenz1) January 18, 2016
Heartbroken over Glenn Frey’s death. Terrible news.
— Fred Willard (@Fred_Willard) January 18, 2016
Thanks for the amazing music you gave the world, Glenn Frey. #rip
— EliYoungBand (@EliYoungBand) January 18, 2016
RIP Glen Frey. Great songwriter. Whether you like it or not.
— marc maron (@marcmaron) January 18, 2016
One of Lady A’s biggest influences has always been The Eagles. Heartbroken to hear we lost another great music icon. #rip #glennfrey
— Hillary Scott (@HillaryScottLA) January 18, 2016
Glenn Frey was a friend and a wonderful man…we will all miss you Take It Easy:)
— Clay Walker (@ClayWalker) January 18, 2016
My heart is saddened by the loss of one of the greatest!! May you rest in peace Glenn Frey..
— Chase Bryant (@chasebryant) January 18, 2016
One of the greatest voices, musicians, contributors and collaborators to rock n roll music has passed away. RIP Glenn Frey
— Miles Teller (@Miles_Teller) January 18, 2016
R.I.P yet another legend today. Glenn Frey of the the Eagles…. Ur music is imbedded in my brain til the day I die, u will be missed!!
— OneRepublic (@OneRepublic) January 18, 2016
Glenn Frey, you will be sorely missed. Thank you for all you gave us.
— Sheryl Crow (@SherylCrow) January 18, 2016=
RIP Glenn Frey, I have spent so many wistful hours wishing I was the protagonist of “You Belong to the City.”
— Okkervil River (@okkervilriver) January 18, 2016
So saddened and shocked by the loss of Glen Frey. Thank you for the music that paved the way for so many others.
— Brad Paisley (@BradPaisley) January 18, 2016
RIP Glenn Frey. It seems like forever that the Eagles music coincided with my entire adult life.Say it ain’t so. pic.twitter.com/taGJqMoEQ9
— Richard Lewis (@TheRichardLewis) January 18, 2016
Glenn Frey. I’m shocked. A brilliant songwriter and a really good guy. Talented, funny, cynical and sweet. – Huey pic.twitter.com/fgFVlZOEnX
— Huey Lewis (@Huey_Lewis_News) January 18, 2016
yes, I was/am an eagles fan. RIP Glenn Frey. another week, another great lost. https://t.co/IcACysQaeN
— The Album Leaf (@thealbumleaf) January 18, 2016
So sad to hear of the passing of Glenn Frey. I had the great pleasure of knowing him and he was beyond gracious. Praying for his family. RIP
— Carson Daly (@CarsonDaly) January 18, 2016
Wow… What a terrible week for music. RIP Glenn Frey..
— JOE BONAMASSA (@JBONAMASSA) January 18, 2016
R.I. P. Glenn Frey. Deepest condolences to his family and #Eagles.
— Carole King (@Carole_King) January 18, 2016
All those incredible songs we grew up with. Thank you Glenn Frey. R.I.P.
— Zane Lowe (@zanelowe) January 18, 2016
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we announce the passing of our comrade, Eagles founder, Glenn Frey, in New York…
Posted by Eagles on Monday, January 18, 2016
Well, God damn it. #Glennfrey. Too much pic.twitter.com/5AqvG93nYy
— Nils Lofgren (@nilslofgren) January 18, 2016
A photo from the day I first met Glenn Frey and got to be an “Eagle” for a day. -1993 pic.twitter.com/gur4seY9qH
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) January 18, 2016
“These cloudy days, make you wanna cry. It breaks your heart when someone leaves and you don’t know why ” Glenn Frey
— Niall Horan (@NiallOfficial) January 18, 2016
In addition to a killer voice and masterful songwriting skills #glennfrey played 1 of the greatest guitar solos ever https://t.co/R1NK9ZsI7G
— Richard Marx (@richardmarx) January 18, 2016
RIP Glenn Frey, truly one of our great American songwriters…
— mark mcgrath (@mark_mcgrath) January 19, 2016
Thoughts & Prayers To The Family, Friends & Fans Of Eagle, Glenn Frey…Another Talented & Sad Loss… pic.twitter.com/vXZrgVoarP
— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) January 18, 2016
RIP Glenn Frey. Thank you for the songs and inspiration to so many. Missed by all. – T
— Toby Keith (@TobyKeithMusic) January 18, 2016
People I respect and love are just leaving us too fast ,, Now we have Lost Glenn Frey who was a member of the… https://t.co/94Dxse4OF7
— Meat Loaf (@RealMeatLoaf) January 18, 2016
Glenn Fry – our condolences to friends and family. Rest In Peace.
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) January 18, 2016
RIP Buffin and Glen Frey. Some great days – in our memories for a little while longer. I’m finding this month pretty sad. Bri
— Dr. Brian May (@DrBrianMay) January 18, 2016
GOD BLESS GLENN FREY – 1948 – 2O16 – tBLSt SDMF tGFt pic.twitter.com/UvsYEwY6EQ
— Zakk Wylde (@ZakkWyldeBLS) January 19, 2016
Glenn Frey, founding member of the Eagles, a band I just loved, has died. His songs, those sounds, perfectly captured those days. 70s LA…
— Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) January 19, 2016
The Eagles played an important part in my understanding and love of music at a young age. Sad to hear of the passing of Glenn Frey.
— Nick Fradiani (@nickfradiani) January 19, 2016
Wow, can’t believe Glenn Frey passed away. Such an amazing songwriter and inspiration. His mark will live forever. #GlennFrey
— Phillip Phillips (@Phillips) January 19, 2016
I was shocked to hear about Glenn Frey passing away – it was a real blow to hear. Love & Mercy to Glenn’s family tonight. – Brian
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) January 19, 2016
rip glenn frey —
— christina perri (@christinaperri) January 18, 2016