09/02/06: Jammie - jammiearnold@aol.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who was either in or affected by this. This is such a tragedy but it looks like the former manager of Great White is going to jail for it and the club owners.

02/06/05: howy - howystrugles@hotmail.com
i see a lot of people slamin the night club owners. is it not true that if any ones two blame its all that were involved ?. i think great white was as negligent as the owners.any one that would expect two lite up a ten foot spray of sparks at an eight foot tall celing coverd in foam rubber would you not think this guy or thease guys are not just as responcible ? or even more so shure it was an accident.. but if you let your friend drive drunk are you not just as guilty when he gets into an accedent?.... of corse you are you cant just walk in to a place burn it down and say he said i could .dont get me wrong i love the band but befour evry one slams the owners of the club let the courts decide its a terible lesson and my heart goes out two all the survivers and the victoms familys who will live so much emptier lives because of some irrisponcible act that should have been stoped befour it started . life is precious....god bless all even the bar owners and band members

02/06/05: chopper - pitbull@dogpound.net
i think its an awfull tragity and wish the best for any one involved my condolences go deep as i see the impact this has caused to so many people all you guys take care of one anouther and get that justice you all deserve we are all pulling for ya :o)

13/05/05: Sean - seandeyoung@hotmail.com
A terrible tragedy that I haven't yet forgotten. Even though I didn't know anyone affected I still feel sorrow and shock. I pray that everyone is coming to peace over this.

14/02/05: Jude - BMETS1@aol.com
As the 2nd anniversary of the tragic events of The Station fire approaches, I want to express my deepest sympathy to all that lost friends and loved ones that night. It has taken me 2 years to express my feelings to you, as the event was so overwhelming to me, a fan of rock music for many years. No words could express my feelings and sympathy for all of you. I am reminded each time I think of that tragic night of how I myself spent many nights in clubs out to enjoy a night filled with music without reflecting on a possiblity of a tragedy occuring, as I am sure the victims and survivors did not think of such a thing as well that night. You are all still in my thoughts and prayers to this day, even 2 years after the event and I will continue to think of you all. Donations,support,friendship and love to the victims family and to the survivors are extended from me and I may be contacted at BMETS1@aol.com In continued sympathy...Jude

30/10/04: Jennifer - jenniferis1smartcookie@mad.scientist.com
Hi. My father knew the DJ named Mike, also know as "Dr. Metal" He was his best friend... he was like a brother to him. When we found out this devastion happened... my father was crying. It was the first time I ever saw my father cry. I don't think I'll ever see him cry like that again...

23/09/04: donnellwaters - waters_donnell@.com.
I will pray for the family this happened to.

24/08/04: TROY(KISS TRIBUTE) - BLAKDYMOND73@HOTMAIL.COM
I JUST STUMBLED UPON THIS PAGE LOOKING FOR PRESS OF A SHOW MY BAND STRUTTER(A TRIBUTE TO KISS)AND GREAT WHITE DID TOGETHER IN JULY.AT THAT SHOW,I BECAME A NEW FOUND FRIEND OF GREAT WHITE.THEY ARE '80'S HEROS OF MINE.JACK TOLD ME THE STORY OF WHAT HAPPENED IN RHODE ISLAND AND I JUST CAN NOT AND WILL NOT FORGIVE THE OWNERS OF THAT CLUB.WE WERE ON TOUR THE WEEK OF THE RHODE ISLAND INCIDENT.THE NIGHT AFTER THE INCIDENT,WE HAD A SHOW AND THE CLUB GAVE US PERMISSION TO DO THE PYRO.OF COURSE,THIS WAS A VENUE THAT WAS CLEARLY SAFE ENOUGH TO DO THAT.OUT OF RESPECT TO GREAT WHITE AND THE RHODE ISLAND VICTIMS,WE REFUSED.JUST WANTED TO LET EVERYONE KNOW THAT.AND OUR(STRUTTER)HEARTS GO OUT TO EVERYONE AFFECTED BY THIS TRAGEDY THAT WILL FOR SURE LIVE ON IN MY MIND,FOREVER.BEING THAT WE USE PYRO ON A REGULAR BASIS,EVERYTIME A BOMB,A FIRE CANNON,OR A SPARKLER GERB GOES OFF ON OUR STAGE,I AM REMINDED OF THIS TERRIBLE TRAGEDY THAT COULD HAVE 110% BEEN AVOIDED.I HAVE LEARNED NOW TO WATCH EACH OF OUR PYRO EFFECTS WITH A VERY CLOSE EYE NOW...GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU AND GOD BLESS THE PEOPLE WHO PUT UP THIS PAGE....ROCK ON......

16/04/04: thunder - www.thundr065.com
I hurt everyday of memories of that night and visit the site weekly.My thoughts and prayers are with everone who has suffered.ON ANOTHER NOTE I HAVE A MEDICAL EQ. THAT I WOULD LIKE TO DONATE TO A VICTIM.IT IS A WALKER WITH WHEELS AND A SEAT BUILT IN A BRAND NEW PIECE OF EQ. IF ANYONE KNOWS SOME ONE AFFECTED BY THE FIRE THAT CAN USE THIS PLEASE CALL ME @401-368-5868 AND ASK FOR SHERRY.

08/01/04: kevin otool - kevin_otool@yahoo.com
I will not tell you that I understand, nor will I say, I know how you feel, I was not there. I cant emagine the pain, then or even now, but this I can say, GOD is real, and may he watch over all of his hurting children, I wont point fingers, all are in my prayers, rock on great white, dont stop the music!!!!

01/01/04: Dick Barber - moby8301@aol.com
We RI'ders have been scorched for life excuse the pun! For such a small state we are now an American News item. It's the families and the victims who have got lost in all of this. I use to live up the street from there. What a tragedy to see the rubble left, yet beautiful memorials by all. What a testimony to true RI spirit!
May we all learn to recover and yet not lose sight of this tragedy....ever!!! It must never never happen again!!!
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the victims and their families!

09/12/03: DENNIS - AUDIOPHILAHOLIC1@AOL.COM
AS A TRUE FAN OF ALL TYPES OF ROCK MUSIC, THE BAND THAT SUMS UP TRUE ROCK AND ROLL IS GREAT WHITE. I HAVE COLLECTED ALL THERE CD'S AND OUT OF PRINT AND IMPORT ALBUMS. I WAS STUNNED TO HEAR ABOUT THE FIRE AND ALL THE LIVES THAT HAD TRAGICALLY BEEN CUT SHORT. I FEEL FOR THERE FAMILIES AND THERE LOVED ONES.BEING THAT I HAVE MET JACK RUSSEL IN ST LOUIS WHILE TOURING WITH TRIXTER AND KISS, I FOUND THEM TO BE A HUMBLE BAND THAT WAS HAPPY TO MAKE MUSIC TO THE PEOPLE THAT WANTED TO HEAR THEM. IT IS THE BIGGEST SHAME THAT THE BEAUTIFUL GIFT THAT GOD GAVE US, THE GIFT OF MUSIC, HAD TURN SO PAINFUL FOR THE ONES THAT LOVE THAT GIFT. I,FOR ONE, WILL CONSTANTLY LOVE THAT GIFT.
I READ SOME OF THE MESSAGES HERE AND THE ONE SONG THAT CAME TO ME IS FLY TO THE ANGELS (THEN I SAW THAT SOME ONE WAS THINKING THE SAME). LIVES WILL END EVERY DAY. THERE IS NO STOPPING THAT. BUT A SONG WILL LIVE ON FOR EVER. THERE WILL BE NO STOPPING MUSIC. UNFORTUNATLY, THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME FOR CONCERT GOERS. IT HAS HAPPENED TO THE BEST. THE WHO AND THE ROLLING STONES HAVE HAD TRAGEDIES AND THEY ALSO EXPRESSED THERE SARROW. IN THE YEARS, THEY HAVE CAME THROUGH AND BEEN STRONG AND ARE STILL ROCKING TO THAT BEAUTIFUL GIFT OF MUSIC.
MOST OF THE FANS THAT HAVE DIED ARE MISSED. THERE IS NO DENYING THAT. IF THOSE VICTIMS COULD TALK, CHANCES ARE THEY WOULD STILL HAVE THAT THRIVE TO LET THE MUSIC PLAY AND DANCE AND SING. THAT IS A PART OF LIFE THAT WILL GO ON WHEN YOU AND I ARE GONE
TO GREAT WHITE, WELL THE WHO DID IT, THE STONES DID IT, INXS DID IT, KISS DID IT ECT. STAY STRONG. WITH GOD ON YOUR SIDE AND STRENTH IN YOUR HEART AND A WILL FOR LIFE, YOU WILL EMERGE FROM THIS DARK MOMENT AND WILL SOON BRING BACK THAT GIFT THAT WE JUST LOVE TO HEAR FROM THE BAND "great white"
TO THE CLUB OWNERS, IF YA DID NOT ALLOW PYROS IN THE CLUB, WHY DID YOUR STAFF LET THE ROADIES CARRY THEM THROUGH THE FRONT DOOR? I THINK YOU WOULD HAVE LET THEM BRING A HARRIER JET INSIDE KNOWING THE AFTER BURNER WOULD BE BONE CRUSHING!!!!!!!!! FACE UP TO THE MUSIC THAT SET LIVES TO EARLY GRAVES!!!!!!!!! I HAVE BEEN TO MANY SMALL CLUBS BY MANY 80'S AND 90'S BANDS AND ALL THEM CLUBS WERE TOO PACKED FOR A DAMN SPARKLER!!!!!!!!!!
SINCERLY WITH LOVE FOR MUSIC
DENNIS / AUDIO

22/11/03: dave(dr avalanche) and linda - dwils68@hotmail.com
we are very saddened by this tragic event...the news of this is way overwhelming...our thoughts are with those that died and to the injured and of course great white white themselves(rock on dudes!)the family and freinds of those that died...our thoughts and prayers are with you and in our hearts...we love you all...a long time fan of rock...AND GREAT WHITE OBVIOUSLY!)...DAVID AND LINDA...hooked forever...hugs n kisses xxxx...david n linda from(alva and stranraer scotland)

22/11/03: david wilson - dwils68@hotmail.com
my heart goes out to all those that died at this tragic event i have been a long time fan of great white ...one of the best bands going in the rock circuit...i just cant believe this news im shocked(very!)but most of all to the family and freinds who had loved ones...i am very sorry indeed(im speechless) all my love...david...(always was a true rock fan and always will be)...R. I. P. EVERYONE...my heart is with you?

18/07/03: Annie Olivo - TinasBestFriend@yahoo.com
Hi All,
My name is Annie and I am from Providence,RI and I just
got the link to this site today. I would like to thank you from
the bottom of mt heart for all of the kind words that I have read
here.
I lost two dear friends to that fire. One being Mike "Dr. Metal"
Gonsalves. I worked with him years ago at 94 HJY and throughout
all of my years there, he became like family to me and pulled me
through a lot of heartaches and hard times and me laugh as well.
The other is Tina Ayer who I not only call mt best friend in the
whole world but also my soul twin. We've been friends for close
to 18 years. She taught me many things including that I could go
out and have a good time without drinking. I was with her everday and saw her kids grow. We have been to hell and back and still loved each other.
She was not only my best friend but she was also the dancer and backup singer for both of our bands, first the Alice Cooper Tribute Show, School's Out, who played at The Station many times and recently the band REAL LIVES an original band and show that is going to be ob tour soon. What a loss to the band!
Not only that, she was going to be my maid of honor and now that she is gone, there is not going to be a wedding. If I can't have Tina by my side, what is the point?
By the way, Tina is the girl who met Jack Russell and the band where she worked at the Fairfeild Inn as a maid.
I will NEVER get over the loss. I ask myself day after day, WHY?
Why was I and my boyfriend spared?
We were on the way to the show that night but had to turn back and go home because of the fuel pump on our van started to go.
I miss them!
-Annie

13/03/03: Debbie Testerman - N/A
I was horrified to learn of this terrible event. I have seen Great White in concert three times, and think it's so sad that this had to happen at their show. They always do such a great performance. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

13/03/03: antonis karabalis - karabalisa@interamerican.gr
so sad.have courage and faith to GOD.

10/03/03: Dottie - garnet30@aol.com
My thoughts and prayers are with all the victims of this tragedy. May God be with these families. God Speed.

Dottie

09/03/03: Annemarie - anjoo@kabelfoon.nl
Words....there are no right words to describe this tragedy. Words can't make it right again. All we can do is let the people involved know that we think of them and wish them all the strength they need.

07/03/03: Kerry - kerrycarr@blueyonder.co.uk
My feelings go out to all the people who lost family members, friends and loved ones, along with the members of Great White who've lost a friend and a great musician.
Just remember all the good times you've had together, never the bad....They will always be with you.
God bless

Kerry - UK

06/03/03: David R. Walls - drwalls@earthlink.net
I was horrified to see the recent tapes of that night. I have always loved Great White's music and will stand by them. I feel for the families that lost loved ones, but believe me they are in a much much better place. God had a plan for all of them that night, and as much as that hurts, just know there is a much grander picture for all of us. I have to applaud Jack, in the fact that he got on camera and let everyone know what he was feeling. I think there is more to this story, and the club owners, from what I have seen are lying, saying they didn't give approval. I think it is pretty sad that when anyone dies people have to resort to lying to cover their asses. I know there will be hard times but put your problems in God's hands and he will show you the way. God Bless to the families and to the band for all the pain and suffering you are encountering.

Sincerely,
David R. Walls
Houston

04/03/03: Jeff - Axxman@Consolidated.net
Great White was the first concert i ever saw.... Opening for Whitesnake. So the band has always been held dear to me, and have been a fan ever since.. and has influenced my musicianship in many ways.... i was shocked and horrified as i watched the morning news... i belive rock-n-rollers are like a huge family... its a must for us to all pull together in this saddened time and send our prayers and thoughts out to the familes of the lives lost, the loved ones lost, the injured and the survivors.

03/03/03: Rená Du Bois - sapo@frogshit.com
My prayers and thoughts are with Ty's family as well as the other family's of the victims from that horrible night. It has been a terrible loss to the music world to lose someone so great. Ty, you will be missed terribly!

03/03/03: Laura - RockinPhotos Inc. - yearofBonJovi@adres.nl
There aren't words to describe the sadness we feel for all that were effected by such a tragedy.

Wishing the families and friends my heartfelt sympathy.

Laura

03/03/03: Laurent TENARD - tl75fr@yahoo.fr
just back from one month of holidays, far from every news...
terrible...just say rest in peace friends...

01/03/03: Carrie - ccllmm420@yahoo.com
Hang in there...None of us knows the time or place of our final exit so remember that when asking all the "WHY" questions...some things are just for us not to understand...May the Lord grant you peace of heart and mind and may the riffs of TY's guitar and life and everyone else's play forever in your soul. Blessings.

01/03/03: Jogel - juergen.hoelken@vodafone.de
I am deeply concerned by the terrible events in Rhode Iland .
My sympathy and comfort apply for the families of the victims.

There is a world of consoling to be done.
God bless you all

yours sincerely
Metal Jogel from Duesseldorf / Germany

01/03/03: Shawn Key - skey@cghtech.com
Great White was the first band I ever saw in concert, opening up for Whitesnake back around 1987-1988. They, and others, inspired me to take playing seriously and really molded the way I approached music. Audie Desbrow helped shape the way I would play drums for decades. The point I wish to make is that I was inspired. I pray for the victims and families of this tragedy and hope their memories are honored and not forgotten and shadowed behind legal proceedings and finger pointing. The deceased and injured were probably inspired, one way or another, by the band, the club or their friends that they attended the show with. Loss of life is always tragic, but let's not forget that to inspire is one of the greatest gifts we can give on earth. Let's hope that inspiration can be found by someone, somehow through this horrible event.

Sincerely,
Shawn

28/02/03: Crystal - x
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by this tragedy.

28/02/03: George Bast - gbast@yahoo.com
To those directly affected by this sad, unfortunate tragedy. My heart goes out to you. I feel like I lost 97 brothers and sisters through this. As a music-lover myself, I have been to many small club shows and this really hit home to me. May your hearts be strong and with resolve. Your loved ones spirits shall carry on.

28/02/03: Pam L. - barnboss4@cs.com
I still can't believe this happened.I'm very saddened by these events.My heart goes out to those affected by this.

28/02/03: denise - toophour@hotmail.com
I am sooo sad by this tragic event.Young lives just starting and ending so quickly and from the pictures i have seen of the deceased they were either handsome or very pretty. My hat is off to the rescuerers and heros though 300 people or more in a building that is going up totally in 3 minutes you got alot out in that time.To get two hundred out in that time is an awesome job.
I don't know any of the ones that perished but my heart bleeds for them all. May the good lord be with all the victims and the injured and the survivors that got out unharmed.

nese

27/02/03: Tony - nezzer22@hotmail.com
Condolences and sympathies to all affected by this tragic event.
May the happiest of memories sustain you.

27/02/03: Zoe from Greece - glamdoll_gr@yahoo.com
My deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims of this terrible tragedy and to Great White.
May the victims rest in peace.
Zoe from Greece

27/02/03: Billy Rabeneck - billyrabeneck17@yahoo.com
I was saddened when I heard about this tradgedy. I know that everyone who is a family member, or a personal friend of one or more of the victims is very down and depressed right now. They say that God works in mysterious ways; and the only positive, that I can see coming from this bad situation, is to take the lessons learned about doing pyrotechnics in a small wooden club like this (or any enviroment actually), and make very certain that all club or arena owners, bands, and sellers of pyrotechnic devices are made very aware of the associated dangers of using pyrotechnics so a dreadful accident like this is not allowed to happen again. Maybe there should be somekind of government enforced Pyrotechnic's Certification Certificate Test that venue owners, bands, and sellers of pyrotechnics should have to pass before being allowed to deal in them. May the Lord Jesus be with all of you in your time of mourning. You will be in my prayers.

26/02/03: Nick and Jennifer - nkatona@cfl.rr.com
It is always hard to say goodbye to those who have touched our lives, no matter how breif. Our hearts go out to all the familys who lost loved one's in this tragady. Though it is importaint to remember in this time of greif that life is short and precious and sometimes it is hard to endure the bad So we must embrace all the good that we can. As time goes on we must not let this tragady turn to anger run our lives as this was an accident and terrible tragady and nothing more. May peace and love be with all the family and friends.

26/02/03: MEBB - webmaster@metal-exiles.com
We would like to give our condolences to all who were touched by this tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and their lost ones. We are also saddened by the loss of Ty Longley and wish to send our condolences and prayers to his family, girlfriend Hedi, and unborn child. This was a horrific tragedy among the rock community.

26/02/03: Mark Curran - chaos@curranmm.fsnet.co.uk
I was so shocked when I began reading the reports on the web, the story went from bad to worse. I had been so excited by the prospect of having Great White come to the UK (as per their web site recently). Now it's probably never going to happen.

My friends and I are organizing a benefit gig here in Bristol UK.

Pass on our thoughts to all the families who have lost or have been hurt.

Let us learn and not be bitter

Mark Curran, Bristol, UK.

26/02/03: Robert Pöpperl-Berenda - poepperl@aon.at
Despite being thousands of miles away I´d like to express my deepest feelings for all those, who were killed in this horrific and senseless accident, and also their families. I hope that the injured people will get well. I´m still shocked. I did also visit concerts of Great White, when they played over here in Europe. I can not even imagine if something like this would happen to my friends, when we are out on a concert and want to have fun. Nobody is to blame, but unjust fate. Hopefully such an tragedy will never happen again!!

26/02/03: JENNIFER - JenJohansen@comcast.net
We all have our tests in life and we are all pushed right up to the edge, but I don't believe we are given more than we can truly handle. I just like the rest of the world pray for those who parished, as well as their families and loved ones. I choose to remember that they were all gathered to celebrate...and that's what music allows us to do. Celebrate moments in time, ties that bind with friends that shared those moments while standing beside us. Something good will come, they have not died in vain.

26/02/03: Matt Lefevre - Matt@jauqoiii-xreality.com
The emotions are beyond words. All our sympathies to everyone involved.

26/02/03: Gary K. - makingcontact@hotmail.com

To the member's of Great White, the surviving family members & friends, & to all who lost their lives that night....

"Maybe Someday.......When The Hurting Is Gone

Maybe Someway........Love Will Stay On

Maybe Someday........We Will Do No Wrong

I know we can make it allright if we try.....

Maybe Someday......."


Austin, Texas

26/02/03: Mike Blanchard - m.blanchard@sbcglobal.net
My deepest sympathies go out to all those impacted by this horrible tradgedy. I hope that the spirit that keeps our rock-n-roll brethren together will help us through this difficult time.

Houston, TX

25/02/03: CMaree - anonymous@anonymous.com
My heart is broken for all of those who suffered so terribly and senselessly in my home state 5 nights ago. There are no words, but I do hope that hate and anger and blame will not be allowed to overcome the important things: remembering forever those who died, coming together to support and comfort the survivors and families, and making sure each one of us appreciates the beauty of life. There are many lessons that can and must be taken from this horrible tragedy, but there can be no place for hate when we are mourning such wonderful people.

On a separate note, to George Dionne, Todd King, and all the others who so bravely came to tell your stories: you are heroes. Please don't second guess yourselves. You did all you could. Take care of yourselves and know an entire community is here for you.

25/02/03: CUTTER - cutter33_us@yahoo.com
May the hand of god touch each and everyone of the souls lost that tragic day!!!!!

25/02/03: Rock - Blanz@comcast.net
My prayers go out to the families who lost loved ones at the station fire. And also to the family of Ty Longly. May they all rest in peace. God Bless!

25/02/03: Gary Brandon - gtb_ent@pacbell.net
My deepest sympathy to the victims, their families, their friends and the band (whom we know meant no harm to anyone). This is such a tragic situation and it is not over either since the legal wrangling has only begun. Every time I see the video my gut just wrenches and I wish someone could have done something... anything! I can only shake my head over and over in disbelief and frustration. If you are weary, please stay strong, because so many, like me, are praying for you all.

25/02/03: Paul Harrison - pharrison65@hotmail.com
Our thoughts and prayers go out to our fellow Rockers over in Rhode Island.
From the Harrison Family, Stockport, England.

25/02/03: Ron Higgins - Johnnybravo9898@yahoo.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone touched by this horrible tragedy. It really hits home for me because I've seen countless bands (including GW) in small clubs, many of which used pyro. It's such a shame to lose so many people who just wanted to go to work or see some good, live music. I live in Cincinnati, OH and remember the impact on our city and the world when 11 lives were tragically lost at The Who concert in the late '70s. This time, nearly 10 times that many were lost. Truly awful. Fortunately, some good came out of The Who tragedy with enactment of new laws, etc. Hopefully the same will occur this time so the lives lost won't be in vain. Those who are gone will never be forgotten. I, like many others, will never be able to go into a small club again without thinking about them. God Bless.

25/02/03: JENNIFER - JenJohansen@comcast.net
We all have our tests in life and we are all pushed right up to the edge, but I don't believe we are given more than we can truly handle. I just like the rest of the world pray for those who parished, as well as their families and loved ones. I choose to remember that they were all gathered to celebrate...and that's what music allows us to do. Celebrate moments in time, ties that bind with friends that shared those moments while right standing beside us. Something good will come, they have not died in vain.

25/02/03: MEEKO - meeko69@msn.com
I saw Great White back in 1987 and been a big fan of them. My thoughts go out to the families that lost love ones. Great White did not deserve this to happen to them. meeko----

25/02/03: Donna - dontom@netzero.net
My tears are for all of us for we have all lost....stay strong Great White~will always love you~thank you for adding so much to my life. I know without a doubt that you didn't mean for this to happen.

25/02/03: Carl Johnson - bteguy@yahoo.com
I heard of this days after it happened and i send my best wishes to those who lost their lives and the families involved. God bless all of you and thank you for having the love for music as i do.

25/02/03: Joel - jpace27@aol.com
My heart and prayers go out to all who have been affected by this horrible tragedy. To those who are mourning the loss of a loved one, and to the fortunate few survivors...I pray that you are able to find strength in the memories of those who were lost...and that you are able to find comfort in knowing that they will live eternally with Christ. God bless all of you.

25/02/03: Greg - gregrosati@comcast.net
My deepest sympathies to the families and everyone involved. While this should have never happened and things should be put in place so it never happens again, I do believe it was all just a huge accident/mistake....when you organize an event like a concert there is always a chance things can go awry....putting that many people in a small place always has a risk, normally it is very slim, but the risk is still there. I have been to over 230 concerts over 15 years and never once has the thought of something like this entered my mind.....it is truely a sad sad thing. Changes need to be made to concert venues as well as the band's procedures involved with throwing a concert so that it never happens again.

25/02/03: Danny - mccdude46@aol.com
My prayers go out to all the victims and families..

25/02/03: Alun Williams - cozyal@msn.com
Words will never bring back our lost loved ones, nothing can, but their memories will remain forever.
My sincere sympathies to so many of you, that have lost those closest to you & friends alike.
Such a tradgedy we can only hope will be avoided in the future.
Thoughts are with you all ......
Alun

25/02/03: Paul - acemetallic@sympatico.ca
God bless all who have lost and suffered during this tragedy.I pray for you all.

25/02/03: Niall Daly - dalyhome@mail.ie
Thoughts and prayers go out to all who have been affected.
Niall, Dublin , Ireland

25/02/03: Jane, Orl, FL - ReeRee9800@aol.com
My deepest condolences to all the families and friends of those who perished in this horrific disaster. May God bless.

25/02/03: melissa - deadbears26@yahoo.com
My heart and prayers go out to everyone that was involved in this tragedy,

25/02/03: thierry maillet - thierrykiss@hotmail.com
it's difficult for me to write something cause i'm sad . i'm thinking first to all the people who lost someone ,to the fans and the band . I met Ty in july in Paris and i can't believe he's gone...God bless ..... I never forget this date. Thierry from Paris france

25/02/03: Mick - mick@pipecoidaho.com
I am so sorry to hear what has happened. Forever may they shine in our hearts, and never be forgotten.

25/02/03: Charline - Shadow1095@aol.com
My thoughts and Prayers are with the families and friends who lost loved ones and Great White.

25/02/03: Kelley Miller - thefreak@702com.net
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I hope that all of the people who lost loved ones can somehow find peace through this terrible tragedy.
K. E. Miller
Fargo ND, USA

25/02/03: H.C. Dawson - hcd5150@hotmail.com
This could have happened to any of us who enjoy going to small clubs and watching and listening to the music we love. This tragedy hits home in a big way. I was due to see Great White the following night in Springfield, VA. Who's to say the tragedy couldn't have happened there? Anyway, may the souls of those who have departed us rest in God's hands. Let us never forget this! If ANY good comes from this, its that it will make each and every one of us aware that life IS fragile and we must always be aware of our surroundings and be conscious of what steps must be taking in an emergency.
God bless those 97+ people who perished. Rock on in heaven!

25/02/03: linda haywood - linda@haywood9906.fsnet.co.uk
My deepest sympathies go out to all families,friend's and loved one's of those who were tragically lost in the fire,the rock fan's of the world are very shocked and hope that nothing like this will ever happen again.My prayer's and thought's are with you !!!

25/02/03: Jason R - papa_bear70@hotmail.com
My heartfelt wishes & thoughts go out to all the families & friends affected by this terrible tradegy.
If someone suffers in the rock world all the fans feel it & are there to offer support.
Peace always.

25/02/03: Final Frontier - robmoratti@hotmail.com
My deepest condolences to all the family members of the
fans and to the band Great White.
Sometimes we can't understand how and why a tragedy like this would ever happen. It's hard to keep faith but at it's times like these we must pray for one another.

25/02/03: Brian Foster - brian.foster@charter.net
I was horrified to see what unfolded that morning. We watched people literally at the end of their lives on TV, truly sickening.
My heart goes out to all the families and to the members of the band.
Let's hope provisions are made to guarantee that this never happens again.

25/02/03: Steve Newman (Newman) - closer2newman@ic24.net
On behalf of the guys in the band we would like to say that we're, firstly, shocked, at the tragic events which occured at the Station. too many lives lost enjoying, and performing the music that we believe in.

But secondly, touched, by the amount of support and coming together of so many people from around the world to give strength to those families that have been affected by this tagedy.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Steve.

25/02/03: joe and jody - bonjovinj1983@aol.com
our thoughts and prayers go to the victims and there families on that tragic day. may god bless you always.
love;
joe and jody
wa. state

25/02/03: Kevin - bigkevindy@aol.com
I believe bars are no place for a pyro rock show. They should have used better judgement. These people that were at the show we my brothers and sisters. They were family. If I lived there I would have been there with them. I see Great White everytime they come to town and the fire could have happened in my town.I've mourned every day since the tragedy. I feel like I've lost part of my family. This will effect me the rest of my life.

25/02/03: Rolf Munkes - rolf@rolfmunkes.com
My thoughts are with all the victims and their families of this horrible tragedy.
I can't express my deepest sadness with words.

25/02/03: reebboy - cpiini@surfbest.net
This has been such an incredible tragedy that I still cannot believe it really happened. My heart goes out to all those involved.

25/02/03: JNorton - jnnkhb@yahoo.com
R.I.P

25/02/03: Bill Bergner - billb@enmail.pcc.cc.ks.us
My condolences to all involved. May God keep you strong and get you through this entire tragic ordeal. It's amazing
how so many of us can see ourselves in that same situation. I go to numerous shows in bars that are so similar to the
Station, there's no way everyone would ever have gotten out of any of those places. Let's never forget those who
perished and continue to support all the bands who work so hard to entertain all of us. Time will heal. We fortunately
didn't lose a life, but myself, my wife and two baby girls lost everything we owned last May to a tornado. We have
overcome, the community and our church came through for us and we are stronger than ever before. Keep the faith and
God Bless.

25/02/03: Ray Mcgettrick - raymac63@yahoo.com
What an absolute tragedy. My condolences go out to the friends and family of those who lost their lives and also to the injured - who's lives will never be the same again. I lived in Dublin, Ireland when a nightclub fire claimed 48 lives in 1981. Those people are still remembered today as will be those who perished at The Station Club after 22 years - and far beyond.

25/02/03: Spec - Spectrumhagar@aol.com
I pray that all the families who lost loved ones are seeking the help they need to understand this tragedy and I pray that God will help all of them through this terrible time. I continue to pray with my children for the families and hope that God will comfort them and keep them under His gentle hand as they heal.
I can't imagine what you're going through, and I pray that none of us ever have to live it.

24/02/03: JULIE - JULI68
NOTHING CAN BRING BACK WHAT YOU LOST. BUT MAYBE KNOWING THAT IT WON'T BE IN VAIN WILL HELP A LITTLE BIT. I KNOW THAT I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE THAT WILL MAKE SURE I KNOW WHERE THE EXIT DOORS ARE NEXT TIME I GO TO A CONCERT. THERE WILL HOPEFULLY BE MORE SMALL VENUES THAT CHANGE HOW THEY TREAT PYROTECHNIC USE. AND MAYBE MORE PEOPLE WILL TAKE THE TIME TO SHOW HOW THEY FEEL ABOUT THOSE THEY LOVE. YOU NEVER KNOW WHEN SOMETHING WILL HAPPEN. THE LOST LIVES OF THOSE 97 WILL HELP TO SAVE MANY MORE THAN YOU WILL EVER KNOW. I'M SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, BUT WE ARE BETTER FOR MEETING THEM NOW. JULIE

24/02/03: Spiritmafia - none@hotmail.com
May we keep God in our hearts and may he have mercy on the victims

24/02/03: Matt - info@full-strength.net
Words cannot express the sadness the families of the victims and the band are going through. Our thoughts are with them.

24/02/03: George Dionne - cuffs191@attbi.com
A day I will never forget. I'm comforted in knowing that those who did not make it have moved on the a better place. I pray for all that were invovlved.

24/02/03: Juha - crued71@nic.fi
God bless you all. R.I.P.

24/02/03: Joe K. - JoeKMelK@msn.com
This is trully a very distrubing moment for all involved. How quick our lives can change in a matter of seconds. I have been to numerous club shows with pyro, where there was a lot more of it used that what I saw on video, and this could have happened when I was present at anyone of those shows with any of those other bands. It is just very sad. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, families, friends and the band. For all involved be strong and May God Bless. RIP

24/02/03: Tim Read - tim.read@bushinternet.com
My thoughts are for all the people who have been affected by this tragedy,

24/02/03: Ray Barclay - themadrummer@aol.com
My sincere condolences go out to all the family & friends of those lost in this tragedy.May those who were lost Rest In Peace.

Ray Barclay

24/02/03: Michelle Bigelow - dietolive5@yahoo.com
Hi there,I was heavy into Great White in the 80s.I saw them a few years ago at Harpos in Detroit,before TY was there.But you know its soo sad and heart breaking to lose someone u r close to.I saw Heidi on date line.she made me Cry.Her poor heart was broken and the family.I have been through this once.someone murdered my friend though.It will be two years on april first and I am not over it.all I can say is time does heal.I never believed it til I went though it.Great White is a great band and TY will be missed dearly.I am so sorry to his parents,girlfriend and his freinds and fans.God Bless u all:(

24/02/03: Stefan - smurrah@adelphia.net
My deepest sympathies go out to the loved ones of all who lost their lives or were injured at The Station. As a fellow music fan, this horrible accident has saddened me beyond belief. Like they never lost faith in rock and roll, never lose faith in your lives. They're in a better place now than all of us. God Bless.

24/02/03: Dave Taprat - taprat728@yahoo.com
A sad day in rock history...my thoughts and prayers to those who lost loved ones. A river of tears can be seen on the Desert Moon - Long Live GREAT WHITE!!!

24/02/03: looksthatkill - nowherefromhere@hotmail.com
Life is short, and every time I hear about this tragedy that become so very clear.
These people lost there lives doing what millions of us do each and every day enjoying the music, it is truly unbelivable that this could happen anywhere and the pathetic pointing of fingers is enough to make anyone sick, nobody wanted anyone to lose there life at this concert.
Concerts are about life not death and those pointing fingers should be truly ashamed of themselves.
Has for Great White my heart goes out to them all it is tragic that this band has been put through such an ordeal,the death of their fans.
I took a look back through the songs of Great White and have placed some of the lyrics here for everyone to read, I believe that these are words that have great meaning at this time and hope that music will help comfort those who have lost love ones in this terrible tragedy.

"The Angel Song"

Fly lonely angel high above these streets of fire
Fly lonely angel far away from mad desire...

"Sail Away"

Adrift out on an open sea A life raft seekin' company sailing on a sea insane rolling with the waves of pain...

"In the tradition"

I've noticed today I have one less friend to call and no one to tell me it's all right as my world starts to fall i'm doing the best that I can and I've had all the help I can stand I'm ready to crash, yes I am but i'll hide it the best that I can...

24/02/03: jennifer - jcaduto@5900.net
there are no words to express to the families touched by this. i offer only sympathy and prayers. and to my friend who lost her brother and sister-in-law, i grieve for you the most.

24/02/03: Herzel Fernandes - herzelrj@terra.com.br
My prayers are for all the victims and their families. God be with them all.
Brazil

24/02/03: Derek - milleniumy2kbug@yahoo.com
My sympathies are with the families of the souls lost in this terrible incident be it the fans, musicians, or band crew. They will not be forgotten. I will pray for them and hope that nothing like this will happen again.

24/02/03: Az and Sue Chaudhry - suze1103@hotmail.com
Please extend our sympathies to the families of those bereaved and to the survivors - and the painful memories of what should have been a joyous occasion. We pray you find peace.

Az and Susan Chaudhry Manchester England

24/02/03: Dave - bigheart1965@yahoo.com
I echo many of the sentiments already posted here. I also send my heartfelt condolences to all the families and friends and loved ones of all those who died in this tragic fire. From the moment I heard about this, my heart has been very heavy. I have prayed every day since this happened. I do feel all of your grief and your loss and I send you my strength through this e-mail, through GOD, through whatever you believe, that you will all make it through this. Your loved ones are in a much better place...they are there because they were celebrating their joy of music, heavy rock music and now they are celebrating forever....in peace and love.

24/02/03: Joe - codakarma@aol.com
My heart goes out to the families,friends and fellow music fans that were affected by this tragedy.I have been a fan of Great White for 15 years and have seen them live a bunch of times and never once witnessed a problem at any show.I am just so stunned by this,I can't get it off my mind.

Joe

24/02/03: Brian - buckv@new.rr.com
I'm Still in shock. I will continue to pray for all involved. We love ya Ty!!!!!!!!!!!

24/02/03: Chris - castle1473@yahoo.com
May God keep the souls of those lost. They died needlessly for the love of their music. To the families, all of my sympathy. To the Great White Family, I am deeply saddened for the loss of Ty and your fans whom I know you loved. I pray that with time comes healing and that you PLAY ON in memory of those that are with us no more. Music and the light of Christ will heal even the most terrible wounds. "Always, forever with you always."

24/02/03: Joe - jcerler@merr.com
My family's thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. God bless everyone involved. They will all be missed.

24/02/03: al muldoon - roberts74@aol.com
I cannot even begin to understand what everyone who has been affected by this tragedy must be going through,but my sympathy is with the families of everyone who was lost at the station and also those who lived and are permanently scarred by the memories of that night.

24/02/03: Dave Varlet from Belgium - dave_varlet@hotmail.com
Very touched by the horrible news. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of those left behind. To those who gave their lives unwillingly for their love for music: may you rest in peace in rock 'n roll heaven!

Dave Varlet
singer-songwriter from Belgium

To the members of Great White: I wish you strength...

24/02/03: Davy (NI) & Janice - davy_65@hotmail.com
Words will mean so little to the bereaved, but you're in our thoughts at this difficult and tragic time.

24/02/03: Kent - coolshades@michonline.net
As a firefighter/paramedic and Great White fan I can easily see both sides of the issue concerning the use of pyro in a small club. The media isn't presenting a fair and clear picture of the situation at all. On one side is a veteran rock band that has probably used pyro many, many times without incident. On the other side you have club owners who have been operating a business and have had lots of bands pass through. Some use pyro and some don't. In the end, all any of us can do is learn from the mistakes made that night and let time move us forward. God Bless the fallen and the injured from that terrible night.

24/02/03: john shiels - john@shielsj.freeserve.co.uk
Having met the guys from Great White down through the years, they and the rest of the rock world share your grief in this UNREAL DIASTER. Coming from Ireland we have had our share of diasters. May the entire families just know that there are people out there who really DO CARE.....

24/02/03: frank mc donnell - frankmc_donnell@hotmail.com
i am still trying to come to terms of what has happened. i love great white and i love rock n roll as all of those people that lost their lives last thursday. i pray for all of them every nite and also for ty longley and his family.i ish i could say something positive here but my heart bleeds for everyone involved .i can imagine how jack and the band must feel right now i am so sorry from frank mc donnell in ireland.

24/02/03: paul - stealthley@aol.com
how sad to here the news of this tragic event. the loss of one life is bad enough so to have lost so many is terrible.our thoughts and prayers go to all the families of those who died, and also the world losers yet another rockstar in tragic circumstances god bless them all. from uk aor band lost weekend.

24/02/03: Trevor Howe - maximpakt@hotmail.com
I recently had the pleasure of meeting all the guys from Great White when they played in Orlando. They were all exhausted
but nontheless stayed until every fan had a handshake,hug,autograph or picture. They were all amazing, Ty just struck me
as an amazingly happy person and wanted to be everyones friend. It is a terrible loss to the music community to lose not
only an amazing talent but a wonderful person. My prayers are with all of Tys family and friends as well as the familys of
all the other victims.

24/02/03: Darlene - dar@iwon.com
I have been praying and praying over this senseless tragedy since the 21st. No one deserves to die in such a horrendous manner while performing such a peaceful act as playing and attending a concert by a great band. I guess it is all part of Gods plan for us all, something we won't understand until we meet our Maker ourselves. To the members of Great White-you've had the horror of losing a very special, gifted member of your family, please do not guilt yourselves over the what if's and should have's of the situation. This is not your fault. You should all besticking together and not be guilting yourselves over this tragedy. I wish the best for you all, and you are all in my prayers. To Ty's family and friends and all the other victims families and friends-please believe that God will take care of your loved ones, He has brought them Home for His own reasons, as hard as that is to accept for those left here. They are in a better place, and are safe and loved for eternity. Having lost loved ones myself in tragedies such as this, I sympathize and empathize with what you are feeling. The lovely people that lost their lives at the Station are being prayed for and loved by so many that never knew them personally. My heart grieves for them and for you. Please, as hard as it is, be strong and remember them with love and gratitude for having known them. I will be praying for them for the rest of my life, and will never forget them. If anyone would like to write, please feel free to do so. You and your loved ones are loved at all times By thousands of us and by God.

24/02/03: Amy - amydwebb@aol.com
Such a sad time for the whole Rock community. Thoughts and prayers going out to families and friends affected by this tragedy. We all mourn your loss.

Amy

24/02/03: Darian Thomas - darmaster@knac.com
I would like to send my deepest condolences to all the family and friends of all who perished in this tragic incomprehensible nightmare...may god be with you thru all of your sorrow and sadness. Ty Longley, peace brotha, you will be missed, you lived your rock n roll dreams and you will never be forgotten.

24/02/03: Jim - me@cs.com
My sympathies to Ty's family and friends, and everyone else affected by the tragedy. Please check out my tribute page and share it with others. Thanks, Jim

http://www.geocities.com/hrtbeat1992/GreatWhiteTragedy.html?1045899672540

24/02/03: John Parimuha - jparimuh@columbus.rr.com
This is a terrible tragedy. I cried when I read various accounts from the people who were at the concert. My prayers go out to the family and friends of the people killed. I'd like to think that all the fans of metal are a family. I've encountered many kind souls at concerts that I've attended. We have lost our brothers and sisters. God bless them and may they find peace in Heaven. "Fly lonely Angel" - Great White

24/02/03: Lars Larsson - lasselarsson@sverige.nu
My thoughts goes to all the rockfans who lost their lifes and to their familys. Rest in peace Lasse L

24/02/03: Paul L. - paul001604@yahoo.com
RUSH wrote a song from their Grace Under Pressure album called "Afterimage" the first verse I send out to all lost... "Suddenly you were gone, from all the lives you left your mark upon" - Neil Peart PEACE BE WITH YOU ALL

24/02/03: Curtis - crtwood1@aol.com
My condolences go out to all of the parties involved... I just hope that all parties eventually come to a spiritual peace...

24/02/03: Dan the Man - Arrow959.com
Like everyone, I was stunned and glued to my TV for hours on end, just like space shuttle and 911 horrors. It's obvious to me that we need to do a great thing to prevent this from ever happening again anywhere else, like making doors 4x as wide and dedicating the new doors to the Warwick Victims, so they will not have died in vain. Worldwide, wherever there are a large gathering of people, the 'Warwick Doors' will be. These doors will save lives and then people will remember.

24/02/03: Morningwood Band - band@morningwood.ca
Our deepest condolences go to everyone affected by this unfortunate accident. May the reason that people went there that night carry on in spirit.

24/02/03: Ben Clemons - ben_clemons@hotmail.com
This is an event that i think touched a lot of people all over the country and probably even the world. Being a concert goer myself, its definately tough to hear about this and then head to a show myself. I pray for the victims and all of their family and friends. And i also pray that we don't look around for whome to place the blame on, but just to realize that it happened, and that we have to live on witha new awareness in our minds. It was a mistake, a great one at that, but a mistake none the less, and all we should do is give our support instead of pointing fingers. Much love to all of those who've helped out through all this. Peace, Love, and teddy grahams. l8r.

24/02/03: Mike Leahy - MEEKO69@MSN.COM
I'm saddened by the news at what happened in Rhode Island. I've been thinking of it constantly. I continue talking to everybody about the horrific event. I think there should be a benifit concert with many bands to help aid the families that lost love ones this past week.

24/02/03: Johnny - johnnygatto@yahoo.com
My God.
Words cannot express how hurt and lost I feel knowing that somthing like this happened to people from "my crowd".
I always treasure that feeling of "family" when I attend a rock event. Everyone there for the same reason in the name of rock n roll. A bonding with others that is hard to find in our everyday lives. So it really feels like part of my family has been lost. I will always remember my brothers and sisters lost on this tragic day - and I hope they have truly found a better place.
I know if there is a rock n roll heaven - that they are there, fists in the air.

24/02/03: NICK SNOWDON - J.SNORTON@NTLWORLD.COM
TO ALL WHO HAVE LOST OR BEEN INJURED AT THE STATION OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU, WE WILL NOT FORGET YOU AND WILL REMEMBER YOU EVERY TIME WE WALK INTO ANOTHER LIVE SHOW. WE WILL REMEMBER YOU ALWAYS, REST IN PEACE

24/02/03: Dave Cockett - --------@clara.co.uk
My deepest sympathies go out to all those who have been atouched by this terrible tragedy.

24/02/03: GAFF - Gaffguitars@aol.com
There are no words. My prayers are with the families of those who died and to all those who made it out. Let's pray that this never happens again. Peace.

24/02/03: Gayle - gayleschiller_gw1@yahoo.com
My love and sympathy go out to all the families who have lost loved ones. This is something we must never forget and all must work to prevent anything like this happening again.

24/02/03: Alan Larcombe - alarcombe@taunton89.freeserve.co.uk
There is nothing one can say in this extremely difficult time to make it go away, but our thoughts and condolences are with you all from Taunton United Kingdom.

24/02/03: Doobie - wdubay@skow.net
I can't begin to say how sad I am about this. I was at the Bangor, Maine show 2 nights before the RI disaster, and had the pleasure of meeting Great White again. I just want to say that NO WAY should Great White be responsible for this. They totally love their fans, and were just as much at risk as anyone. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the families of the victims, and Great White. Peace,Love & Rock-in-Roll.

24/02/03: Michael - michael.groves@lw.com
let me start out by saying how sorry I was to hear about what happened. This accident could have happened at any club that us rock fans attend and I feel so bad for the family and friends of these victims who were there to just enjoy a great nite of music and have a great time. I can't even begin to imagine what Great White must be going thru, esspecially since they lost one of their own in this tragic mishap. My thoughts and prayers go out to all. Let's just hope lessons can be learned from this and pray it will never happen again. God bless all of you who lost a loved one.

24/02/03: Linda Henning - medictranslator@aol.com
I live in Chicago and we just had the E-club disaster with 21 people dead. I wasn't even over grieving for them and now this. My husband loves Great White and even met Jack Russell once, so he is devasted by this. We go to concerts all of the time and never think anything of it. Our prayers are with the friends and families. This is such a terrible, terrible tragedy. God bless all who are suffering.

24/02/03: derek smith - derek.smith9@btinternet.com
im gutted to say the least..My heart goes out to all the families who have lost.....Lets make sure nothing like this can happen again
ps. I agree with Ann Boleyn Ive attended club gigs and im suprised this has happened before now

24/02/03: David - davidl@ysusa.com
If words could express your saddness, would they make it stop
If prayers could give you closure, to whom would you pray.
For the families that have experience this horrific loss, I am so sorry for your loss and hope that in time your scars will heal and that you all will honor the memories of those that have persished in the terrible accident

24/02/03: Stephen Doran - Stephen@sdoran4.fsnet.co.uk
Steve From Scotland I Would just like to say how sorry i feel about the poor souls who lost there lives listening to the best music in town my Thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims & including the Great White Guitarist who lost his life .... ROCK ON IN HEAVEN

24/02/03: Steve Johnson - stevej66@yahoo.com
My deepest sorrows and prayers go out to the families and friends of those lost in the tragedy. Hopefully, if any good can come from this, is that venues take a serious look at club safety. As a former bouncer, management and security need to be better trained to handle situations more than just simple bar fights. Instead of finger-pointing, they should be working together to prevent this from ever happening again.

24/02/03: Ann - dlpromises82300@yahoo.com
My sincerest condolences go to the families, friends and loves ones of all who perished in this terrible event.

24/02/03: Jeff - lemas156@yahoo.com
I can't even put into words how deeply saddened I am by this tragedy. My fiancee' and I were watching the news on Thursday evening when they broke in with a news bulletin, announcing the fire. Before they even mentioned the band, I saw Jack Russell on the video footage and freaked out. I've been a fan of Great White since 1982 and have seen them a dozen times. My first thoughts were that this this could've been me or any of my friends in this situation. I can't even imagine the pain friends and family of those lost in the fire are feeling. My heart goes out to anyone affected by this tragedy.

24/02/03: Jeff - lemas156@yahoo.com
I can't even put into wordds how deeply saddened I am by this tragedy. My fiancee' and I were watching the news on Thursday evening when they broke in with a news bulletin, announcing the fire. Before they even mentioned the band, I saw Jack Russell on the video footage and freaked out. I've been a fan of Great White since 1982 and have seen them a dozen times. My first thoughts were that this this could've been me or any of my friends in this situation. I can't even imagine the pain friends and family of those lost in the fire are feeling. My heart goes out to anyone affected by this tragedy.

24/02/03: Mindy Lynn - rockchickml@hotmail.com
I was deeply saddened by the news about Great White, especially the news about Ty Longley. Great White is one of my FAVORITE bands. This news is just tragic. I am going to stand beside Great White in belief that they did have permission. Jack Russell would have never been so stupid as to have not had permission to have pyrotechnics. My condolences to Heidi, their unborn child & Ty's family. RIP Ty.

24/02/03: Tina - tina.martin@accent-flooring.com
My deepest sympathies go out to all the family members that lost loved ones on the night of this devastating accident. God be with all of you in your time of sorrow.

24/02/03: Richie Auger - www.richierocker77@yahoo.com
I almost went to that show, my friend Derek never made it and my friends Frankie and Julie were hurt pretty bad thank goodness. Kindest regards to the families of my friends and to all those who lost loved ones. RIP Derek never stop rockin bro!

24/02/03: Chris Olson - chrisolson68@yahoo.com
What more can be said that hasn't already...it truly breaks my heart. Rest in peace, brothers and sisters.

24/02/03: Ryan - kinger29@hotmail.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to all who have been affected by this awful tragedy. Fortunately my brother made it out o.k.

24/02/03: Tony Biernat - walkerrockies33@aol.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected by this event. God bless and we will never forget you.

24/02/03: Morten Noehr - mn@lyd-billed.dk
My deepest sympaty for the victims and their family and friends. All my love to Great White - one of the greatest hard rock acts ever. Hopefully You´ll start touring again - Maybe Someday.

24/02/03: Daniel - danstar@spray.se
My thought and prayers go out to the families and friends affected by this terrible tragedy. The ones who got badly injured. May you find strength...

24/02/03: Scott Prenda - SPDPTARA@aol.com
I am deeply saddened by the devastating loss of so many lives! As a regular patron of The Station, I got to know many new friends. Although many of the friends I spoke with each week, I didn't know your name...but I can still see your smiles and your spirit will live on within me for a lifetime. Each of you will be missed greatly. My condolences to all family members...we share your grief. Peace and may God Bless. Scott

24/02/03: jane - *
This has been such a tragedy for all involved...my sincere condolences to those who lost loved ones and friends and speedy recovery to those injured...and to whom the blame is with, may you be able to live with yourselves for the rest of your life...

24/02/03: Maurizio - maurizio79@tiscali.it
I write from Italy but my thoughts are there with you all!
I wish to express my deepest condolances to all of the families and friends of the souls who passed away !!
Fly to the angels !!!
Maurizio from Italy

24/02/03: Karen - kangabuffy@aol.com
My prayers go out to everyone affected by this tragedy. My heart breaks every time I think about it. Be strong and take care!

24/02/03: Jason Marks - Jay@sin-band.com
My prayers go out to all the families, and my thoughts are with you all.

24/02/03: Slayergrrl - Slayergrrl@aol.com
Life is precious life is short. My heart and thoughts are with the families and survivors. Take care of one another. Blessed Be.

24/02/03: Roger Meister - miamifreestyler87@yahoo.com
Having gone recently to a Great White show in Chicago, myself, I can say that I was and still am shocked and horrified by what happened. I want to express my deepest sympathies for those who lost their lives and to their families and friends.
We all share the pain with you.

24/02/03: Arlindo - arlindosou@mail.pt
My condolences to the families affected.
Im from Portugal and my admiration to Great White is immense. Im sure they arent to blame. They only wanted to provide the best show for the fans.
Rock and Roll forever for Ty and those who arent among us anymore..

24/02/03: Jesus Ruiperez - jesus_ruiperez@hotmail.com
My condolences from Spain. RIP Ty. We will miss you as a musician and as a human being... Jesus (Spain)

24/02/03: Stefano Gazzola - ste_gazzola@libero.it
There are no words.....i don't believe it.....
Rest in peace, forever

24/02/03: holly - theme1@rcn.com
my deepest sympathies to all who lost loved ones on this tragic night.may this never happen again.
God bless

24/02/03: jim gallikas - jim_lick@yahoo.com
this is jim from greece.please accept my condolences to the familys of the victims .may them rest in peace .i hope that these will be the last victims of such tragedy .i was thinking of those all the weekend and i thought how horrible is to go to listen to your favorite music and some people dont care about you and your safety .i hope that the responsible for this tragedy will be punished .

24/02/03: Rick - rdmbra@yahoo.com
I am truly saddened by this horrific event. My heart goes out to all the families and, let's not forget, the band and Ty Longley. This was so tragic, it's unreal to think something like this happened. My God be with us all.

24/02/03: Andy C - andyc2106@hotmail.com
Now is not the time for blame. Now is the time to mourn and grieve for the lost ones of our rock and roll 'family'.
To the families and friends of those who died and those who witnessed this terrible event....my thoughts are with you all
Andy.

24/02/03: Acoustified - acoustifie@yahoo.com
This is a sad time for all. I have seen GW several times through out there career. Being a musician and growing up with GW as my idol makes this hard to take. Because of GW and other bands I dream of touring and performing for anyone willing to listen. This has to be very tuff for the band to come to town as a hero and leave knowing you lost so many friends. I am very sad for everyone involved, we lost friends in the music loving family.

What makes it hard for me still to take is the media rage; I watched the event over and over on the news. Every time the media only stated someone needs to be blamed. I think everyone is still devastated from the fire. But the media continues to try to point the finger and play one party against the other. That will not take the pain away or place justice only misplace our feelings, accidents happen and as we have seen no one gained from this event, everyone lost.

I wish everyone involved best and to know you are in my prayers.
Jason Levasseur
Acoustified.com

24/02/03: Melissa - heavymetalmadgirl@yahoo.com
There are no words to express what I feel. My heart is broken.
I will keep both those who died and those who survived, as well as their families and friends, in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all!!

24/02/03: Tim Schall - teschall@cox.net
We are connected because of the music. If we had live there, we would have been there. While we never met, you are part of our family and you will be missed. To the ones you left behind, we share your sorrow.

24/02/03: Justin Powell - j-m-powell at excite dot com
I am very saddened and shocked by the tragedy at the Station. My heart and condolences go out to the family and friends of those who were lost, and to the members of Great White who lost one of their 'brothers' that fateful night.

24/02/03: Panagiotis - panline9@yahoo.gr
It was one of the saddest days of my life. I feel like i lost 97 friends of mine. I hope that this will be the last accident that will happen and i would like to say that my thoughts and prayers are with the victims(RIP) and i also would like to give my condolence to the relatives of the victims. I hope that God will give them courage.
PANAGIOTIS A GREAT WHITE FAN FROM GREECE.

24/02/03: Mike - mike@windsview.co.uk
My thoughts are with the families of those who lost their lives in this terrible tradegy. They are with Heidi and Ty's family and with the band who must be in so much pain. Be strong

24/02/03: DJ BOB - Bob.baker@t-online.de
This is a very sad and I hope that this will Teach fellow rockers to look out for each other. I hope that the families and the band will recover from this event. My prayers go out to all. I feel that the Band has suffered enough and I hope the finger pointing game does not end on them. They where just trying to bring joy to the people that where there. VERY SAD IN GERMANY
dj bob

24/02/03: sukouts - sukouts@hotmail.com
Being from the Boston-area, I almost went to see Great White and was completely shocked when I woke up on Friday morning to the news of so many of our fellow rockers who passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with loved ones who are still with us.

24/02/03: tim - timstar@btconnect.com
The day it all happened it started with "one person killed", then 5, 10, 50, 65, 86, and now its 97, I just couldn't believe it as the figure crept up and up. So many faceless people in the crowd and then it included Ty, who obviously is the same as all the others, A HUMAN BEING, but when you can put a face to this tragedy it just seems to hit home a bit harder. Many souls were lost in those few tragic minutes, all each as important as the other. I sat and cried at my computer (and they say big boys don't cry). I'm many miles away across the water in the UK but being a rock fan, a Great White fan, a gig fan, it just hits me hard. No one really seems to understand but when you are part of a "clan" a “club” which I think the rock fraternity is, you feel like you have lost a brother or sister, father or mother, lover or soulmate. Being a singer in a (small) band myself I know what some of these places are like to play (they are the same over here), but can we please not jump to conclusions and go about blaming everyone right, left and centre. We live in a world where everything that goes wrong must have someone to blame and some people will go out of their way to take financial advantage of that, that makes me very sick. I feel that the band are not to blame here, it was an accident, maybe there was some miscommunication, but still an accident. Like Bill Hicks said "what rock star wants his audience dead?” (sorry sometimes you have to laugh in the face of adversity). No one went out that night meaning for this to happen. Jack and co. will never ever forget this night, the night they lost a band mate, many fans and always remember fans are friends, whether you ever actually meet them or not. There were many lives effected that night, the lost ones, the families, even the helpers, paramedics and doctors, lets not destroy more peoples lives by starting a “witch hunt” and taking certain people for every penny they have, remember those concerned are in a state of shock too. ALL WILL BE MADE CLEAR IN TIME. This goes out to the lost and the grieving, the band, and everyone who is effected by this. tim.

24/02/03: RICARDO OROZCO VELEZ - orozco_ricardo@hotmail.com
Hi, I'm writing from Colombia, although in my country tragedy happens every day, my condolenses and prayer go to those hard rock fans souls, their relatives, to the band and the injured. God bless them all, only He knows why...
RICARDO

24/02/03: Col - colin.rens@telewest.co.uk
Lets hope we learn from the mistakes made, and stop anything like this happen again...
A sad moment in time, but one which will pass, to be replaced by more postive times. My condolences.
Col, England.

24/02/03: Olli - arena96@yahoo.com
I'm devastated. I've seen Great White myself twice in the late 80s, and it's hard to believe people had to die simply because they enjoyed some good rock music. All my sympathies to the families of the deceased and everyone else involved.

Olli from Germany

24/02/03: Laurent from France - jacquotjack@aol.com
My thoughts to all the victims of this terrible tragedy.
I'm very sad about Jack and his band. This event will be in our minds forever.

24/02/03: Nicky Baldrian - nikammusic.productions@ntlworld.com
My heart goes out to all those souls who lost their lives and to the victims families of this horrifc tragedy.

life is so fragile

god bless

Nicky

24/02/03: Gary (Gene in 'Dressed To Kill', the UK KISS Tribu - dtkdemongene@hotmail.com
Firstly, may I send heartfelt condolences and thoughts on behalf of 'DRESSED TO KILL' to the friends and families of Ty Longley and all our fellow rock fans who tragically lost their lives at 'The Station'. This is indeed a profoundly distressing time for all in our rock community.

I would, however, like to address the issue of pyrotechnic use from my personal point of view as a member of a band that uses them on a regular basis and have done so for 12 years.
We always include a contract clause regarding our use of pyro and encourage venues to invite a local fire officer to attend a demonstration. We provide venues & local authorites with 'risk assessments', have a certified pyrotechnician in the band, carry a fire extinguisher and take all possible measures to ensure that the opeartion area is as safe as possible at all times. The safety of the band, crew, audience and venue staff is the paramount concern at ALL times.

Pyro effects are available in different sizes and we tailor our display to the size of the venue concerned. From what I've seen of the TV footage from 'The Station', the pyro Great White was using appears to have been of standard 'small' size and with careful use should have been perfectly suitable and safe. Though we don't know what care was taken with their use by the crew I can only presume that they used them as per the recognised operating instructions.

HOWEVER, as much care and attention as we take with the effects, we as bands are somewhat at the mercy of the venues we play in. Small clubs and the like often have poor wiring, loose stage floorboards, exposed areas of poor insulation or sound proofing, a lack of ventilation etc. We cannot police the safety of clubs, check for sprinklers, test the paint to see if it's fire retardent, clear the air filters etc.....! We can but get venue permission for pyro use and encourage venue cooperation through education on it's safe use. I pray that out of this horrific event there can be the positive effect of forcing venues to adhere to a strong but fair fire safety policy. Professional indoor pyrotechnics ARE safe to use in the correct environment but the venues must not use flammable materials, have poor security or a lack of fire exits/sprinklers!! This needs to be a wake up call to venues, promoters and local authorities!

My band will continue using indoor pyro in as safe a manner as possible but this tragedy will be in my mind every time we set it up on the stage. Unfortunatley, accidents do happen, but they can often be avoided with common sense. This is one that sadly could have so easily been avoided....

Rest in peace friends.....

24/02/03: Thomas, guitarist of Coastline - totteh@hotmail.com
I want you to know that our deepest thoughts go out to everyone affected by this terrible tragedy. May the angels be watching over you.

Thomas Hansson, Sweden, Great White fan.

24/02/03: Petch - burn.center@verizon.net
I am so saddened by the loss. There is no words anyone can say. To the families, we are praying for you. Please find the strength. Music is so much a part of my life and this has become part of an extended family. I hope we can all assist in our words and prayers.

24/02/03: Kim G - kim@kimgoldbaek.dk
My thoughts go out to all affected by this tragedy - R.I.P.

24/02/03: Robbo & Soren - yodel@chello.se
Our deepest condoleances to family and friends to the 97 persons that lost their lives at the Great White gig in Rhode Island and a special thought goes out to the remaining members of the band. R.I.P. Ty Longley!

Brian Robertson & Soren Lindberg
Yodel International Productions

24/02/03: PiUiTZ - simon@cathouse.it
Our deepest thoughts and condolences go out to all ivolved in this sad tragedy ...

24/02/03: Britny Alfonzetti - littleredfoxx@yahoo.com
I'm not great with words in situations like these and nothing anyone says can ease the pain. As a lifelong lover and supporter of this music I would like to offer my condolences and sympathies to everyone involved.

24/02/03: Gilly - gilly.strzyzewski@wolvespct.nhs.uk
Thoughts and prayers for the fans and the families.

24/02/03: Michelle - M4BEAUTY@aol.com
I would just like to send my deepest sympathy to all the families involved, God bless all those that were lost, may you rest in peace

24/02/03: Ben Earl - ben@earl12.freeserve.co.uk
My thoughts and prayers are with both the victims and survivors. There is nothing I can say.

24/02/03: Mat - bloodick@caramail.com
I'm fench but I share your pain... I will pray for all the souls that will never live ... I'm with you.
Matthieu from Toulon FRANCE

24/02/03: Neil - dasoom99@hotmail.com
My thoughts and prayers and condolences to all the victims and their families. Please everyone in the melodic rock community, let's join hands and pray to everyone affected by the fire, victim's, family,fire/rescue, employees, Great White,Tyf, Ty's girlfriend Heidi and their unborn child, and Ty's family

24/02/03: Billy - zekejunior@aol.com
"Suddenly You Were Gone From All The Lives You Left Your Mark Upon" - Rush - "Afterimage"


We will NEVER Forget those who died and those they left behind...


The Long Road By Pearl Jam

And I wished for so long cannot stay
All the precious moments cannot stay
It's not like wings have fallen cannot stay
But still something's missing I cannot say yea
Holding hands are daughters and sons
And their faiths are falling down down down down
I have wished for so long
How I wish for you today

Will I walk the long road the long road
Cannot stay the long road
There's no need to say goodbye say goodbye
All the friends and family
All the memories going round round round
I have wished for so long
How I wish for you today

And the wind keeps roarin'
And the sky keeps turning grey
And the sun is setting
The sun won't rise another day

I have wished for so long
How I wish for you today
I have wished for so long
How I wish for you today
Will I walk the long road
We all walk the long road
Will I walk the long road
We all walk the long road
Will I walk the long road
Will I walk the long road
We all walk the long road
Will I walk the long road
We all walk the long road
Will I walk the long road

24/02/03: Scott Johnston - SJohnston369@aol.com
All the families of those who lost loved ones are in my heart, I am so sorry, I wish was something I could do! You are in my prayers and thoughts as this easilly could have been me or any of my close family or friends. I just hope all the did not return from the concert now are in a better place, God bless and please bless the families! Scott

24/02/03: Sean Allen - seanallen790@hotmail.com
Peace and prayers to all affected by this horrible event.

Much love to victims, families and friends!

24/02/03: Liam - Texx151@aol.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the departed and their families. May you all rest in peace and may God be with you.
Liam

24/02/03: Locatelli jerome - jejay38@yahoo.fr
All my thoughts & prayers goes to the victims of this tragedy, i hope ya all find peace in the sky we ll never forget ya .Ty i hope you play great gigs in the sky with jimi Johnny thunder ect ...we ll never forget ya. Rock n roll is entertaiment it makes people happy & healthy ( for my part it saves my life ) and all the people who have seen Jack & great white on stage know what i mean. Jack is for sure one of the sadness people of this tragedy so please Mr fuckin media let this man in peace.
Jerome from France

24/02/03: DW - Ouch@tragedy.net
Such a tragedy.. I could never put into words the loss that has taken place. Prayers to all... victims, families, and the band... Great White still rocks... I hope this does not end their career...

24/02/03: Ed Smith - zibesmith@hotmail.com
My warmest heartfelt condolences to all the victims and their grieving family and friends; from a BLue Oyster Cult fan.

24/02/03: T. Devoughan Day - devoughan@houston.rr.com
just want to add that my sincere prayers are without a doubt with the members & crew of Great White. i know each and everyone one of you will be changed from this moment on. Keep the Faith, we know you are victims as well as surviors. love & prayers for Ty Longley, devoughan

24/02/03: Dale - JrnyBrat@aol.com
My heartfelt sorrow is with all involved! All keep all in my prayers now and forever!
And prayers goes out to everyone that has been hopitalized, well wishes for those!
Love
JrnyBrat

24/02/03: Staci - stacim236@aol.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of the victims and also to Great White.

24/02/03: Kari - wid71@yahoo.com
My heart breaks when I think of the pain you must be going through right now. Please accept my condolences. I only wish I could do more. You will be in my thoughts and my prayers.

23/02/03: Kathie - x
May we learn from this terrible tragedy and never let anything like this happen again. To everyone dealing with the aftermath of this terrible night, please know how very many people are praying for you.

23/02/03: GlenRavine - freestuffone@hotmail.com
My deepest symapthies for those who lost loved ones in this horrible event. May all of you recover gracefully and remember those forever.

23/02/03: Stephane Methot - tatooedjacks@sympatico.ca
I feel very sad and I would like to give my deepest sympathies to the families and friends. And to GREAT WHITE I still love you guys I know that was not meant to be.

Sad to say life still goes on.

From a Quebec Canada fan and friend to you all...Rock on to keep the spirits alive forever for those who enjoyed the music.

23/02/03: PAUL & JENN - AMBUA@aol.com
Our deepest thoughts go out to the victims, families, club workers, fire fighters, and the members of Great White. Hopefully, a logicial resolution will make this sad ordeal be put to rest and to prevent this from happening again across America.... as for the love of music will never die.

23/02/03: Big Mike - bigmike@hotmail.com
My sincerest Condolences go out to all those close to this unfortuate accident.

To Great White, you are the best band I have ever had the pleasure of listening too. I read that the station has had pyrotechnics on stage before. You did not deserve to be so unlucky. I'm am so sorry.....

To all concerned, please accept my sympathy. Words
can not explain how we all feel.

RIP
Mike

23/02/03: Ken - jem77player@hotmail.com
God bless all who were lost and the families and friends who are left grief stricken by this horrible tragedy. No one can make your pain any less but please take comfort in knowing that you are not alone. Also, Godspeed Ty Longley, In life there is music and in music there is life. You will play again because you're a rock n roller no matter where you are.

23/02/03: Tim Willing - tim@ assetsp.com.au
I along with my family and friends here in Perth Australia send our condolonces and strength to all affected by this tragic event.

23/02/03: Bryan - voodoohwy29572@yahoo.com
I'm not really good at voiceing how I feel,but I'm extremely
sad from this weekends event and if any family member or friend
of the victims need anything that I can offer let me know!

23/02/03: Apostolos Kaponis - kaponisapostolos@hotmail.com
My trully sympathy for the victims of this tragedy. I was shocked when I heard this terrible news (update of horror)happened on stage.

23/02/03: Rebecca O - moxythecat@yahoo.com
I am truely sorry for what happened. Having grown up in SE CT I have attended many shows in many clubs similar to this event.

Words cannot express my feelings now, but to the families of the victims, the survivors, and all affected by this, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Please don't be afraid to ask for help in grief counseling. Rock fans may be tough, but there is no shame in therapy.

23/02/03: Kirk Smith - KSmith@randomhouse.com.au
My thoughts are with all familys involved in this terrible accident. The rock world will miss you all.
Peace.

23/02/03: Paul - pl1875@charter.net
Words can NOT express the way we all feel! It really hurts inside! All of us fans in the rock world have our prayers and thoughts with you in this time of hurt and pain! My God watch over all the family members and close friends of the victims!

23/02/03: Ivar - ionsrud@chello.no
I'm still shocked and immensely saddened by this by this awful tragedy. My thoughts and sympathies are with all the victims and people affected by this disaster, who have to live with the memories for the rest of their lives.

23/02/03: Roberta - PRGibb@aol.com
My heart goes out to all of those who lost family and friends in the fire at the Station. May God bless you with the strength and love that you will need to get thru this trying time.

And to the members of Great White.....may you be granted the strength to deal with the loss of Ty.

The hearts of all rock & roll fans are bound tightly together by this tragedy and we share in your grief.

23/02/03: David Rimock - .......
My deepest condolenses to all of the members families...To think that that could happen to any of my friends or myself who are regular concert go'ers is a big reality check....may the 96 people who lost their lives rest in peace........

23/02/03: Lisa C - PinkTramp@hotmail.com
All the words and all the tears are never enough when faced with the loss of loved ones. The Rock Community is more like a family, so the loss of any members of that family hits all of us hard. I'm sure all our hearts and our thoughts go out to the friends and families concerned and rock fans all around the World will be greatly saddened at this devastating loss.

23/02/03: Justin Jerome - phunbuoy@hotmail.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to the victims (living and dead) of this horrible tragedy and their families. Also to the band, Ty, and his family. May those who perished now be in a better place.

23/02/03: Ante - antegrab@hotmail.com
I couldn't believe it when my friend filtered through the news. Such a tragedy for the whole rock n roll community. Lets hope that Jack and the boys can regroup and rock on in memory of the people that died so tragically. It just goes to prove you can never be too careful.

Ante, Sydney

23/02/03: Dave - djrts@yahoo.com
Words can not properly express the saddness that we are all going through. We are all brothers and sisters of Rock 'n' Roll, and our fallen brothers and sisters are going to be remembered every time we listen to the music we all love. We all want to have fun at rock concerts and forget about our problems. But it now looks like we'll have to think about our safety more than we did before though. Let's always remember them, turn the volume up and say a prayer for their souls, friends and family.

23/02/03: Angel Garcia and Robert Bowles - powgar2003@netzero.com
Shock and heartache are the only things that come to mind when thinking about the tragedy. We are big Great White fans and our prayers go to everyone affected by this disaster. To The Family's.... We feel your pain and sorrow for those you lost and hope that we can give you a ray of strength to help you cope with this, To Great White......... Please stay strong and proud on this ordeal your fans will stick by you during this terrible ordeal, like rock and roll- never give up hope- for there is always a new day, To The Owners and Fellow Clubs.......... At this time in such a horrible circumstance pointing fingers like children will not erase the pain and suffering, in our belief this was an accident and no intent was made to hurt people, there is no one to blame not even yourselves, our hearts and prayers are also with you,..........And Finally To The Fans..... We must stick together to get through this and learn from it so that this does not happen again, let the freedom and spirit of the lives lost, those in the hospital, the families, Great White, and the owners shine and prosper forever- anyone who would like to talk about this and or meet in the southern new jersey area for a vigil please email us- powgar2003@netzero.com-

Forever Free- Angel and Rob

23/02/03: leslie A palleria - laugeri@msn.com
My Prayers and thoughts for the victims and their families.
My Heart goes out to you. May you find Peace at this difficult
time.

23/02/03: Blaze - nyteshade@adelphia.net
I have finally had my time to put my thoughts together over all of this and I wish everyone that survived a speedy recovery. As for the band guys keep your head up and thoughts of Ty will always be with me. Love you all, Blaze

23/02/03: Daniel Hopper - DLHop9@aol.com
May the ones we lost all be with God, and may God be with and bless those who are injured, and those searching for reasons.
God Bless and Amen.

23/02/03: Rob Kallio - wildgtar@charter.net
I feel very heartbroken by the recent tragedy of the Warwick, Rhode Island fire. I saw the news broadcasts filled with sites of injured people, desparate parents of the missing, and the atrocity of seeing victims being hauled out in body bags. I cried! My band Medallion played a show last night and did a tribute to them. How could we not? My sincere sympathy and prayers go out to the family and friends of the victims. And, no matter who prefers to blame Great White for this, we all know that the band would NEVER have wanted something like this to happen, so I sympathize for them as well.

23/02/03: clayton - balloonman_@hotmail.com
watching a news anchor read the death toll on TV does not give you a sense of loss. everyone who has said a prayer, lit a candle, or given a damn about someone else, to a nameless face or a faceless name, you are the ones who the friends and families feel comfort from. And my heart goes out to the victims, and to everyone they had ever touched.

Stay safe

clayton

23/02/03: Steve Bushong - klsab5960@earthlink.com
This kind of thing can happen to anyone, but no one deserves it. I feel so bad that this kind of thing had to happen, especially to fellow music lovers. My thoughts go out to the families of the victims, great white, the club owners and everyone else involved.

23/02/03: Mike - mike.rumsby@virgin.net
I have no words to express the sadness I feel for the loss of so many fellow rock fans. Like many others around the world, my thoughts are with the families and friends of those so tragically killed.

Mike Rumsby, Radio Maldwyn, UK

23/02/03: Kat - KC1JC1@aol.com
Such a tragic happening. My heart goes out to all of those who lost someone. It is a sad day for all rock fans around the world. My prayers go out to all.

23/02/03: Nancy & Friends - shackmama21@aol.com
To the familes of our lost brothers and sisters and to the Great White family -

You are in our hearts, prayers and thoughts. Mere words cannot tell you how saddened we are. Please know that we are with you. Your loss is truly felt within our group of friends. We promise to keep the music alive and with that, the memories of the lost.

Nancy, S.O.V., Black Widow and the many, many metal fans in the DC/Baltimore area

23/02/03: Sal Esposito - crazynights22000@yahoo.com
I was there to see this show and was right in the middle where the soundboard was. I cannot even explain what a nightmare this was. I made it out with minor injuries but my friend who I went with unfortunately has not been found. I've been to this place numerous times. I still cannot believe that I may never see my friends face again. One second we are laughing the next we are trying to get out of this burning building. It all happened so fast that one does not have time to think clearly. We are talking about over 300 people trying to get out of this building that burnt in 3 minutes. My heart and prayers go out to everyone who was there and who have been touched by this awful tragedy.

23/02/03: Tony Marshall - tmarshall@hotmail.com
If you all have one moment, then use it to think of those lost and those who have lost so much in such tragic circumstances.
Too many families are deprived of the love of fathers, mothers and children, let them be at peace soon.

23/02/03: Chuck - wintersolstice25@hotmail.com
May they rest in peace.

23/02/03: Sal Esposito - crazynights22000@yahoo.com
I was there to see this show and was right in the middle where the soundboard was. I cannot even explain what a nightmare this was. I made it out with minor injuries but my friend who I went with unfortunately has not been found. I've been to this place numerous times. I still cannot believe that I may never see my friends face again. One second we are laughing the next we are trying to get out of this burning building. It all happened so fast that one does not have time to think clearly. We are talking about over 300 people trying to get out of this building that burnt in 3 minutes. My heart and prayers go out to everyone who was there and who have been touched by this awful tragedy.

23/02/03: Kathy - kukubirdz@hotmail.com
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone effected by this tragedy.

23/02/03: Fred Savage - savradio@earthlink.net
My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the victims lost and injured in this horrible tragedy as well as the Great White family and management. I am totally devastated over what has happened and will never be able to get past or forget this shocking event. May everyone involved find peace.

23/02/03: Tim Halko - Tim.Halko@ProMedica.org
My Thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends who have lost a loved one in this terrible tragedy. This is a very sad time for all rock fans.

Tim - Ohio

23/02/03: Chuck - flastate54@hotmail.com
Still in shock.... Prayers for all the victims of this tragedy and their families. Also, prayers for all those who survived and/or tried to rescue their fellow fans, along with the health care professionals, firefighters, and peace officers that tried so valiantly to help them....

Prayers that reforms are undertaken to prevvent this sort of thing from ever happening again.....

God Bless,
Chuck H.

23/02/03: Lori - lori@noboundrz.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to everyone affected by this terrible tragedy. A friend of mine still has a friend missing who was in the opening band and all we can do is continue to pray for his safe return. May God bless each and everyone!!

23/02/03: Ralph - bru@bru.com
although the band made a dumb mistake and choice to do what they did a lawsuit is not neccessary as they will pay for the rest of thier lives for the choice and mistake they made. unfortunately people will want some payment in return and people to suffer more. its a shame people went to have fun only to be caught up in a tragic mistake. I pray for all the families, band mambers and all involved. but let it rest as it should. death is enough to pay and deal with the rest of your life.

23/02/03: Alan Waters - alanamiga@aol.com
Sincere condolences from a UK rock fan. I can`t believe the severity of this tragedy and my thoughts and prayers go out to all the families and friends of those affected.

23/02/03: christian - ch.roesner@gmx.de
My thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families and a great rockband "Great White"

23/02/03: Steve from (ORION) - orion@orionmuzik.com
Hello From ORION the band. ORION wanted to let the families of lost love ones know that our prayers and deepest sympathies to out to you! We are devastated as well. Orion was excited and was going to get a chance to open for Great White on Feb.21 at JAXX concert hall in Springfield Virginia the night after the RI show. After hearing of this tragidy were were speachless. Again. We are deeply sadden by the loss.
Steve, Alan, Erik, John
ORION
www.orion@orionmuzik.com

23/02/03: briandodd - briandodd@artconspiracy.com
god bless.

23/02/03: Jeanette Akers - jeanette_akers@ix.netcom.com
May God comfort and bless the families and friends who lost a loved one in this tragedy. Their spirits will never be forgotten. For the love of music they came together. Let the love of music continue to be the tie that binds and help to heal us. God Bless.

23/02/03: angie - ang44rockstar@aol.com
My thoughts are with all the families affected by this tragedy!It scares me to think that could have happened at other clubs too! God Bless!

23/02/03: Naim J. Arsuaga - naimko@prw.net
I don't know what say. Just that my prayers are with everybody. RIP
May God be with the victim's families of this tragedy
Naim J. Arsuaga, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico

23/02/03: angie - ang44rockstar@aol.com
My thoughts are with all the families affected by this tragedy!It scares me to think that could have happened at other clubs too! God Bless!

23/02/03: José F. Andrade - jose_andrade@vizzavi.pt
I must say, i got shocked with all that happened! To the ones who died, Rest In Piece!
To their families, be strong as you can!
Let the The Rock Flame be with you all...
From Azores Islands (Portugal)
José F. Andrade

23/02/03: Mike - crueman@hotmail.com
My prayers go out to all the families.

23/02/03: J.Z. Werntges - jorma599@cs.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to all the families and friends affected
by this preventable tragedy.

23/02/03: Robert & Jennifer - rob-jen@sbcglobal.net
What happened that Thursday night can not be explained in a news flash, a sound bite or a front page story. What happened was truly a tragedy, whether the amount of people who truly suffered was a lot or just a few. Everyone wants to point figures at who exactly was to blame just as long as the attention is off of them. This could've happened in any city, at any venue (big or small) and with any band. And this could've happened to you and me.
Let the memory of those who were lost shine on in your hearts. As everyone moves forward from this tragedy (but never over looking the pain or the loss) don't forget to tell one another what they mean to each of you. Enjoy the time you have. Tell people you miss them. Tell people you love them. Get in touch with a friend you haven't spoke to in a long time. What's the worst that could happen? Nothing is more expensive than regret. You and I both know that line is from a rock video.
I don't recall ever knowing anyone in Rhode Island, but those people who were injured and killed seem like people I've always known from the time I was 14 at my first concert. Friends who have a passion for their favorite band; for rock'n'roll; for music that lightens up their senses. Friends who yell and sing along to their favorite song. Friends who just want a band member to notice them, just for 1 second. Friends who take pictures at shows for their scrapbooks. Friends who still have every stub from every show they ever went to. Friends who travel to another (sometimes far away) city to see the same band, over and over. Friends who would get all nervous and toungue-tied if they ever met that particular rock'n'roller. I've been to concerts with these friends, I've waited on line (sometimes for hours) with these friends, I've traded war (band)stories with these friends, I've struggled for position all-the-way-in-the-front with these friends, and I've looked for something in common over a cold beer or 2, before the shows, during the shows, and after the shows, with the people I enjoy calling my friends.
Don't ever take any of it for granted. This was written with much love and respect in our heart for everyone who suffered.
Regards, Rob and Jen

23/02/03: carlos - charlicf@inicia.es
mi mas sentido pesame a los familiares de todos los fallecidos. hermanos del rock descansar en paz,siempre estareis en nuestros corazones.donde quiera que esteis sonara una guitarra electrica en vuestro recuerdo.

23/02/03: Chris Meyers - cmeyers1054@msn.com
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the friends and families of those rock souls that we lost. I hope we all learn from this terrible tragidy.

23/02/03: Chris Silvia - accord2112@hotmail.com
My brother and I decided a few days before not to go to the show. My new daughter was born just last week (2 weeks early) and that was the deciding factor in not going to the show. I have a hard time thinking that it could have been me there. It is a hard pill to swallow. My thoughts are with everyone who is suffering this painful loss.

23/02/03: Bill Gatlin - mr_bill_1966@yahoo.com
I am in shock as is everybody else about what happened at the Great White show. 96 people have paid the ultimate admission price to see a rock and roll show. My prayers and thought go out to the familys and friends of all the victims of this tragedy....Rock On and remember our fallen friends.......

23/02/03: Marie - sweet_marie1@hotmail.com
Though the voice is quiet, the spirit echoes still. From the Tree of Life, each leaf must fall -- The green, the gold, the great, the small… Each one in God's own time, He'll call -- With perfect love, He gathers all.

23/02/03: Chris Cockerham - ccockerham10@comcast.net
I attended the Great White show in Allentown, PA just seven days before the tragedy at the Station Club. As Jack Russell himself said during the show I attended, "People come to rock shows to forget their problems and everyday stresses of life. The just want to have a good time."

Obviously, there are no words I can say that will truly bring comfort to those who lost loved one. My deepest condolences and most sincere prayers are with all of the families negatively affected by this terrible event.

May God bless you all.

23/02/03: Louise - ch3rryp13@aol.com
My heartfelt sympathy to all those who have lost a loved one.

23/02/03: Donnie Buehrig (Ghost Rider) - Trbdeb7601@aol.com
All my thoughts and prayers are with the families of those lost. Rock & Roll will never die and neither will the thoughts of those lost in their desire to continue its legacy. Every time we hear a song on the radio, a ballad at a concert, or a rocker in our own home, a piece of you will be with us. God Bless You!

23/02/03: Julio - jtyler@telecable.es
From Spain,my sincerest thoughts of strength and warmth to the families affected.

23/02/03: Trent - trentm32@yahoo.com
This was such an awful event; I just wanted to say that I'll be praying for everyone.

23/02/03: Lauren - hbg_junkie@hotmail.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by this terrible tragedy. I hope that you are all granted the stength you need to get through this time of grief.

23/02/03: Marc - 4horsemen@home.nl
.....sad but true....
A great disaster

23/02/03: Kerri P. - mrskp12766@yahoo.com
I am from R.I. only 6 miles from where it all happened. It feels like reliving 9/11/01 again. I lost my cousin on that day. My husband is a volunteer fireman and he said it was horrible at the site of the fire. My prayers go out to everyone who lost family or friends in such a horrible tragedy. God bless.

23/02/03: Cindy Robistow - crobist1@rochester.rr.com
My Prayers and Thoughts Go out to all that were affected By This tragic event. I still am in shock and do not know when this will really set in. To all the Families of the dead. Please know many people's thoughts are with you and will continue to be with you.

23/02/03: Nikki Ueckert - nikkiochildo@aol.com
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone who was affected by this tragedy. I have been a fan of Great White since I was a child and my heart is heavy with sadness for them and their fans. I hope that the finger pointing stops and instead, let us all learn from this so it doesn't happen again.

23/02/03: Sarah - theoafette@yahoo.com
My prayers are with all who were in that club that night. For the people that made it out, I pray for a full recovery for physical and mental pains they may be experiencing. For the People that did not make it out, you will all be remembered. In Loving Memory Of All Those Who Passed.

23/02/03: Mike - mbpage@btinternet.com
One of the saddest things I have ever seen and I extend my condolences to everybody affected by such a terrible tradegy. God willing it will be viewed as a horrific accident but being America I guess people will have to take the blame and be persecuted forever. God bless you Jack and everyone else who will now be hounded by the media and those seeking retribution. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I hope that one day you can put things behind you and move forward with love and peace in your hearts.

Mike

23/02/03: Lee B - lee.b@usa.net
I was going to go to the concert in Allentown, but never made it. I was called by my dad Friday morning to tell me about a fire at a concert in RI, but he didn't catch the name of the band. Later that evening, while checking MelodicRock, I saw the news and was speechless. My prayers and thoughts go out to all those hurt and lost in the tragedy and their families. Let's not go pointing fingers so fast, let's help those who need our help first.

Peace, Love and Rock 'N Roll to All!

23/02/03: BRIAN BARWELL - nordenlight24@attbi.com
May God be with you and your families as you all recover from this tragic loss. Find a way to have the strength to carry on with your lives, and mercy to all the precious souls who have perished. I hope this tragic event will see safety be a key at future shows of this (small) magnitude. God bless you all...

23/02/03: Neil - Interstellar@charter.net
There are no words that could express the deep sorrow that I feel for all affected by this tragedy. I recently visited the club a few months ago to see a show and had a great time. There is no doubt in my mind that there are multiple parties responsible for negligence and that there will undoubtedly be some accountability. There is a distinct commoroderie between our genre of musics fans, and I am hopeful that we can all pull together and support the families and friends of those afflicted.

23/02/03: Norti - NortiRaskal@lycos.co.uk
A terrible tragedy - love and best wishes to the families and friends of the injured and all those affected by the fire. Norti

23/02/03: Larry Cavanaugh - lmcava@yahoo.com
No words can suffice for those affected, but the thoughts and prayers of many others are with you.

23/02/03: Jaxbak - carterct59@yahoo.com
I struggle for the right thing to say, but what can be said. I'm sorry! Peace.............

23/02/03: Mark & Carol Donnelly - mark@journey.freeserve.co.uk
Our thoughts & prayers go out to all the friends & families who lost loved ones on that tragic evening.

23/02/03: Kay Kennedy - kayke@attbi.com
I have tried to write words of comfort, and realized there really is no way to convey heartfelt sorrow to all the families and friends who have suffered such a devastating loss.

Prayers for all of you. I am truly at a loss for words. Please accept this little note as my humble way of letting all of you know that tho I have no words...I will certainly keep all of you in my prayers.

23/02/03: Joe - Dolenza2@aol.com
We love you great white, and know that this is one of the worst things that could happen, but we love you, with all of our hearts, with the loss of your bandmate, and the other people involved, we can only learn from this experience, and we will, I love you guys and take care! Joe from Windsor

23/02/03: Chris Rodgers - poisonarrow777@hotmail.com
My deepest sympathies to all those who have been affected by this tragic event. It surely has been a great blow to the melodic rock community and we all feel the pain and loss, as we realise it could have been any of us. My love goes out to you all.

23/02/03: Katee Watson - frosti_frozzenn@hotmail.com
My thoughts and prayers go out to the people lost in this horrible accident. May Rock 'n Roll live on!

23/02/03: Roar Kleven - Lynchomaniac@hotmail.com
I'm both shocked and saddened....Such a tragedy, and my sincere deepest respect goes out to the families of all the one's it involved. It is also a sad day for all Rock'n'roll fans who forever will remember this tragedy, and my thought's also goes out to the band which will remember this date for all the wrong reasons!

23/02/03: mark wallace - eyore007@msn.com
Sad situation to say the least. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families. May god take those home that perished and bless those left behind. This is one of those situations where you just feel so helpless.

23/02/03: mark wallace - eyore007@msn.com
Sad situation to say the least. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families. May god take those home that perished and bless those left behind. This is one of those situations where you just feel so helpless.

23/02/03: Shane Nicklin - webmaster@shanenicklin.com
Very sad watching the events unfold. Condolences and prayers to anyone involved in this tragedy. To think this could have been any of us who go to gigs make us all think.

23/02/03: paolo - rockeyes2002@yahoo.it
I am deeply grieved, for what is happened...I unite me to the pain of all when, from the relatives of the victims, to all when you succeeds to understand, when you is cruel the destinies with the persons

23/02/03: fede from Italy - livewire5@libero.it
my thoughts go to all the families affected.try to be strong,but I know how difficult it is.
Ty,R.I.P.

23/02/03: Patrick Lopez - PLopez2963@aol.com
My thoughts are with all those, who lost someone they loved!!!

23/02/03: Robin - robin.dewaal@wanadoo.nl
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of those left behind. To those who gave their lives unwillingly for their love for music: may you rest in peace in rock 'n roll heaven!

To the members of Great White: I wish you strength...

Robin, Houten (Holland)

23/02/03: Andrew West - awest@blueyonder
It sent a shiver down my spine watching those pictures on tv as it could easily happen at so many venues around the world
the thoughts of the rock community in Scotland are with you all

rock on guys wherever you are now....
Andrew
Scotland

23/02/03: walterzoccoletto - walterzoccoletto@tiscalinet.it
i pray the lost boys in this tragedy,and the parents of those.GREAT WHITE STILL PLAY AND KEEP HARD...unfortunately this is the world.ALL IN PEACE.

23/02/03: Silvia - silviaramakers@hetnet.nl
Words can't express how sad and shocked i am about this terrible tragedy.
My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the victims,family,friends, and everybody else affected.
Silvia

23/02/03: Eva - ebl@gmx.de
Ty, - ???

23/02/03: miguel santervas - miguelsantervasb@yaho.es
im really concerned and shocked about the fatal tragedy of rhode island ,i hope it won´t happen again but we all have the responsibility to demand security measures to all the people involved in management of events from bands to venues owners,including authorities.
from spain to america i offer the hand of a friend to all the people who suffers the tragedy.

23/02/03: paul lowder - lowdz@btinternet.com
As a Liverpool F.C. fan, I have known the tradgedies of Hysel and Hillsborough, and again "my" community comes together in suffering. Condolences to all those involved. The Rock community is thinking of you all.

23/02/03: Luigi - cisaria@paradise.net.nz
An absolute tragedy and waste of life. My condolences to the family's of those who lost their lives.

23/02/03: kevin mayes - haremscarem1fan@aol.com
My thoughts and sympathy are with the families affected by this horrible tragedy and dont blame youself jack its not your fault may god be with everyone involved.

23/02/03: PAUL THOMAS - pjthomas@globalnet.co.uk
I was at a gig here in England when pyro set the place alight. Luckily all got out, but boy was I scared. My heart goes out to all who have lost family or friends. I cried when I heard the news, I feel pain as it is repeated on our news bulletins throughout the day. God bless.
Paul

23/02/03: Glenn Jackson - Jax52701@yahoo.com
God bless! Words cannot express my sorrow for the families and friends of the victims. I pray that all of you will find peace and strength to get through this.

23/02/03: Jen & Mandy - JenCWS@aol.com
From two native Rhode Islanders now living in Louisiana, our hearts and thoughts go up to everyone involved in this tragedy.

23/02/03: scott - fleaflicer@aol.com
I was at home in Iowa about the same time this tragedy occured(Thursday night).I had a crappy day at work.so I put in a random home video of me and some friends on our way to enjoy life and hang out on a nice sandbar on the Des Moines river.and the song by Great White "Rolling Stoned" happened to be on the radio in the car in that video.it took me back to a day I remember as being so peaceful and safe.That song was just released around that time.old Friends talking about the "good old days".the hardships that life can deal us all.But upon my arrival to work Friday morning...I happened to turn on the A.M. radio in my old Dodge...and
It was right at the start of the top of the hour national ABC news update.You know the Nightline music they play.

What I had to envision was at first troubling.The news was not good.many people have been hurt,many lost.and as the day progressed...the numbers grew higher.

I have been to many small clubs in the Des Moines area.I have been to a gathering no different in scale.You hear about the show...you find some friends to go get some tickets...and you go have a good time.Rock-n-Roll baby....that's what it's all about right???

Fellow humans who just want to be surrounded by like-minded earthly folks.a small part of my heart has darkened.I have met many people at shows just like the one that ended in an unbelievable...no words...can explain.

I wish I was there to help...I am crying as I type this.I have so much love to give to the people who are suffering now.may you all find a way to find some kind of understanding in all this.I am so saddened and overwhelmed.Yet I was never there.you are not alone in your grief.

(quote)
You tell me then that I must perish
Like the flowers that I cherish.
Nothing remaining of my name,
Nothing remembered of my fame?
But the gardens I planted still are young
The songs I sang will still be sung!

Huexotzin

Prince of Texcoco

1484 AD
(quote)

God bless the people who hurt inside.I am praying that you will find some way to find some solace in your heart.

Peace be with you all,your pain is my pain.be well.

Scott

23/02/03: Dunya - ladyavenue@hotmail.com
More than 10 years ago a man was killed at a Queensryche gig in Belgium and I was there. I know how sad it is when something bad happens during an event.
I am very sorry for the one's that lost their lives. What a shame that it happened during a Great White concert, a band that I love since their very first album.
I don't want to preach, but shouldn't this be a lesson for the future. Don't do anything foolish in a small club. Fireworks and other gimmicks are meant for big venues.
Most hardrock fans are very nice people and we all are there to keep our music alive. Keep on rockin! Dunya

23/02/03: jillie - jillia@usa.com
to everyone affected by this tragedy, my heart and prayers go out to you
God Bless

23/02/03: MilesK - milesk@journeymusic.com
Our heart and prayers go out to all those who have lost a loved one or