Paul Stanley dos KISS, Tony Iommi dos BLACK SABBATH, Axl Rose dos GUNS N’ ROSES, David Coverdale dos WHITESNAKE, Tom Morello dos RAGE AGAINST THE MACHINE e Perry Farrell dos JANE’S ADDICTION estão entre os muitos roqueiros que já reagiram nas redes sociais à morte do baterista dos ROLLING STONES, Charlie Watts. A morte de Watts foi confirmada por seu publicitário, Bernard Doherty, que disse num comunicado: “É com imensa tristeza que anunciamos a morte de nosso amado Charlie Watts. Ele faleceu pacificamente em um hospital de Londres hoje cedo rodeado pela sua família. O Charlie era um marido, pai e avô querido e, como membro dos Rolling Stones, também um dos maiores bateristas da sua geração”, afirmou o assessor de imprensa de Watts, Bernard Doherty, num comunicado. Há apenas três semanas atrás, foi revelado que Watts não iria participar na próxima digressão norte-americana da banda liderada por Mick Jagger após ter sido submetido um procedimento médico não especificado. Na altura, um representante do grupo britânico disse que a operação em causa tinha sido “completamente bem-sucedida, mas os médicos concluíram que agora ele precisa de repouso e recuperação adequados“. Na sua própria declaração, Watts brincou dizendo que “pela primeira vez, o meu timing esteve um pouco errado… Estou a trabalhar no duro para recuperar a forma, mas hoje aceitei o conselho dos especialistas e percebo que isso ainda vai demorar um pouco“.
So sorry to hear the very sad news of Charlie Watts passing. He was such a nice guy and a major influence in the music business – he’ll be sadly missed. My deepest condolences to his family and to Mick, Ronnie, Keith and all his friends and fans. R.I.P.
— Tony Iommi (@tonyiommi) August 24, 2021
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Very sorry to hear of the passing of The RollingStones Drummer Charlie Watts.
— Axl Rose (@axlrose) August 24, 2021
My deepest condolences to his family, the band and the fans.
A very fine, gifted man…anchoring one of the very finest rock bands in history…Another Beautiful Soul…Thank You, Charlie…XXX🙏🙏🙏XXX
— David Coverdale (@davidcoverdale) August 24, 2021
The Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts dies aged 80 – https://t.co/n0LS8f8NHj https://t.co/FqHUbukpER
RIP Charlie Watts https://t.co/2iWBy6aNyV
— KISS (@kiss) August 24, 2021
Rock n roll would not be rock n roll without the rhythm, the style, the VIBE of this incredible musician. Rest In Peace #CharlieWatts, one of the greatest and most important architects of the music we love. pic.twitter.com/xEfzaSLCba
— Tom Morello (@tmorello) August 24, 2021
Drummers are the most ensnared individuals. Though they are loudest, they are the last to be heard. They have insecurities due to the fact that everyone has their back turned on them. Herein lies the band’s secret; there is no greatness- without a great drummer. RIP Charlie Watts pic.twitter.com/sAcE7SYiBY
— Perry Farrell (@perryfarrell) August 24, 2021
Paul on Charlie Watts ❤️ pic.twitter.com/rn2elK6cFE
— Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) August 24, 2021
#God bless Charlie Watts we’re going to miss you man peace and love to the family Ringo 😎✌️🌟❤️🌈🎶☮️ pic.twitter.com/3tSFg7EMQG
— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) August 24, 2021
A very sad day. Charlie Watts was the ultimate drummer. The most stylish of men, and such brilliant company. My deepest condolences to Shirley, Seraphina and Charlotte. And of course, The Rolling Stones.
— Elton John (@eltonofficial) August 24, 2021
@therollingstones #CharlieWatts #RIP pic.twitter.com/9rjSSgioZL
I’m just shocked to hear about Charlie Watts. I don’t know what to say, I feel terrible for Charlie’s family. Charlie was a great drummer and I loved the Stones music, they made great records. Love & Mercy. pic.twitter.com/C4q2zXvVKo
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) August 24, 2021
#CHARLIEWATTS. The beat of The Stones. There are no words, every groove has spoken for itself.
— Lenny Kravitz (@LennyKravitz) August 24, 2021
6/2/41 – 8/24/21 pic.twitter.com/Lw2USKaxYH
I first saw The @RollingStones in 1966 in the Bay Area and have been a fan ever since. Charlie Watts was one of the great drummers and will be missed. Rest easy Charlie pic.twitter.com/FQKOXiSUpG
— John Fogerty (@John_Fogerty) August 24, 2021
Another very sad Day in the World of Music …. Just learned about the passing of Charlie Watts the legendary Drummer of the Rolling Stones … our deep Condolences go out to Charlie‘s Family and his bandmates …. RIP Charlie
— Scorpions (@scorpions) August 24, 2021
Scorpions pic.twitter.com/vxzIH9xnzT
An early mentor, a fellow jazz fan, #RIP Charlie Watts. -John Densmore https://t.co/C8x9qMSLbV
— John Densmore (@JohnDensmore) August 24, 2021
Sad to hear of Charlie Watts passing. The Rolling Stones have always been my favorite band, and Charlie was the engine of subltle and heavy grooves. I’ll put on “Sway” which is my favorite song of all time. Any of us in a rock band wouldn’t be here if it hadn’t been for Charlie. pic.twitter.com/0GsCAIEIO3
— Mike McCready (@MikeMcCreadyPJ) August 24, 2021
Our prayers and hearts go out to Charlie Watts family, fans and friends. The Rolling Stones drummer played on Satisfaction, Honky Tonk Woman and hundreds more. Rest In Peace, Charlie. https://t.co/TOLLj7jzkc
— Gene Simmons (@genesimmons) August 24, 2021
Rest in peace, Charlie.🌹 #charliewatts @RollingStones pic.twitter.com/QUGyXhK1NL
— Billy Idol (@BillyIdol) August 24, 2021
Rest In Peace 🌹Charlie Watts .
— THE CULT (@officialcult) August 24, 2021
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Charlie Watts was the most elegant and dignified drummer in rock and roll. He played exactly what was needed – no more – no less. He is one of a kind. pic.twitter.com/aasPZ2fMYX
— Joan Jett (@joanjett) August 24, 2021
RIP Charlie Watts & thank u for holding down that spectacular groove on every Rolling Stone record. another legend down, but never ever forgotten. https://t.co/E0elgAlPiY
— Gilby Clarke (@gilbyclarke) August 24, 2021
Farewell #CharlieWatts Beyond the Stones, he had legit jazz chops (& big band albums of his own to prove it). One of the best. Even drum snob & notorious carmudgeon Ginger Baker agreed. May they both meet up, jam & argue good-naturedly somewhere in the cosmos #ripcharliewatts pic.twitter.com/kVlWsnRinh
— Alex Skolnick (@AlexSkolnick) August 24, 2021
Rest In Peace Charlie! One of the tightest, in the pocket drummer ever. The backbone of the ROLLING STONES. Legend! Condolences to his family, friends and fans.
— sHaVo oDaDjIaN (@ShavoOdadjian) August 24, 2021
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.#rollingstones #drummer #rip #legend #charliewatts https://t.co/WKzS717Mxb
Very very sad news!
— Mikkey Dee (@themikkeydee) August 24, 2021
Charlie Watts was one of my big inspirations in the early years and still is today! He has inspired the whole planet for so many years. Rest in peace and thank you so much for all the inspiration you have given us drummers around the world! pic.twitter.com/e1THhpJBLk
Devastating news , those in the know know he was the heart & soul of the band …. I had the absolute pleasure of meeting him a few times, a total gentleman… it goes without saying he will be sorely missed .. RIP Charlie ❤️ -Joe Elliott@RollingStones #CharlieWatts https://t.co/AEpHjUNPHh
— Def Leppard (@DefLeppard) August 24, 2021
Man… 😢 @RollingStones #charliewatts https://t.co/HJogEpKEc0
— Charlie Benante (@skisum) August 24, 2021
RIP Charlie Watts pic.twitter.com/wOaM05p7Fe
— William Patrick Corgan (@Billy) August 24, 2021
RIP Charlie Watts, a true legend. https://t.co/eqFQ9r1scp
— Saxon (@SaxonOfficial) August 24, 2021