Country Singers Respond To Death Of Eddie Van Halen

Country Singers Respond To Death Of Eddie Van Halen | Country Music Videos

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On October 6, the world was shocked to hear that rock and roll icon Eddie Van Halen had passed away at the age of 65. Eddie’s son, Wolfgang Van Halen, shared a statement about his death on Twitter:

I can’t believe I’m having to write this, but my father, Edward Lodewijk Van Halen, has lost his arduous battle with cancer this morning,” Wolfgang wrote. “He was the best father I could ever ask for. Every moment I’ve shared with him on and off stage was a gift.”

After news of Eddie’s death broke, fans and celebrities alike took to social media to share their sorrow. Many country artists who were influenced by Eddie’s music wrote emotional tributes to a man they considered to be a legend.

Look below to see how some country singers responded to the news of Eddie’s passing.

Big & Rich

To a legend in the music world! He shaped the sound of a generation with his guitar mastery ?? He will be missed #rip ❤️ Eddie Van Halen #legend #guitarmaster #guitargod @ United States

Posted by Big & Rich on Tuesday, October 6, 2020

He shaped the sound of a generation with his guitar mastery, ” Big & Rich wrote alongside two photos of Eddie from different stages of his life.

Kenny Chesney

Kenny and Eddie were friends, so Kenny was “devastated” when he learned Eddie had passed away. “He was a friend and a hero to anyone who has ever picked up a guitar and had a dream,” Kenny said.

Keith Urban

Just heard the news of Eddie Van Halen’s passing ….. this hit me hard.There are lots of great guitar players in the…

Posted by Keith Urban on Tuesday, October 6, 2020

As a guitar player himself, Keith looked up to and admired Eddie. That made the news of his death extra challenging for him to come to terms with.

I say a prayer today for his family and friends.- and from players like me , all over the world who never got to meet him, I say THANK YOU EDDIE. WE LOVE YOU !!!!!!!” Keith said.

Lindsay Ell

Lindsay, like Keith, is a guitarist, so she fully understands how influential Eddie was in the music world. “Your music, your spirit and your legacy will live on. Thank you for everything you taught us, EVH,” she wrote on Instagram after Eddie passed away.

Brad Paisley

I am so sad to hear we lost Eddie Van Halen today.I loved everything about the fire and style he brought to the guitar….

Posted by Brad Paisley on Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Another country music guitar player, Brad was deeply saddened to learn of Eddie’s death. “Thank you Eddie for being a pioneer. It’s unimaginable what the guitar would be without you,” he said.

Jason Isbell

In a post on Twitter, Jason reflected on how he had just played one of Eddie’s songs the day before he passed away. “No musician ever brought me more joy than #EddieVanHalen. Grateful,” he said.

Tim McGraw

Tim reflected on how Eddie’s music was “the soundtrack” to various phases of his life. In Eddie’s honor, he said “I think I’ll kick back tonight, put on some Van Halen music…and remember.

Phil Vassar

I am so devastated by the passing of the rock legend Eddie Van Halen. My condolences to Wolfie and the family.ROCK ON EDDIE RIP

Posted by Phil Vassar on Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Phil’s statement was short and to the point, but it said what so many people are thinking right now. “I am so devastated by the passing of the rock legend Eddie Van Halen,” he wrote. He also shared a video of himself jamming out to some Van Halen music.

Charlie Daniels Jr.

Charlie Daniels Jr. said he was unsure if his late father ever got the chance to meet Eddie. But he shared his own experience getting to go backstage at a Van Halen show in the 80s, writing, “He will be sorely missed.”

Jay DeMarcus

The Rascal Flatts member shared his heartbreak over Eddie’s death. “My God. Another legend taken away from us…. This is absolutely heartbreaking…. 2020 just keeps on and on and on…” he wrote on Instagram.

Joe Don Rooney

Yet another Rascal Flatts member reacted to Eddie’s passing. Joe Don wrote, “Sending peace + light + love to the EVH family & his band mates tonight & beyond. RIP my super hero.”

Travis Tritt

Travis’ message about Eddie’s death was brief, but emotional. He simply said “Another legendary innovator gone too soon.” We couldn’t agree more.

Tune in to the clip below to watch Brad Paisley play Van Halen’s “Hot for Teacher” some years ago. It just goes to show how much of an influence Eddie was on him and the many other artists who treasured his music.

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