Music News LIVE: Reaction to Manchester Arena attack

Summary

News updates for 23 May 2017
Reaction to terror attack on Manchester Arena following Ariana Grande gig
22 dead and 59 hurt following suicide bombing
Manchester Police set up emergency phone number - 0161 856 9400.
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Kev Geoghegan and Paul Glynn

Simple Minds show to go ahead in Manchester tonightpublished at 12:02 BST 23 May 2017

Scots rocks Simple Minds have confirmed their show at Bridgewater Hall in Manchester will go ahead despite last night's bomb attack on the Manchester Arena.
In a Facebook post, external, the band said: "The team at The Bridgewater Hall are aware of the heightened level of threat against venues across the country.
"This evening’s performance featuring Simple Minds will proceed as planned...Patrons should plan for addition travel time to attend the performance and to allow for additional security checks."
The band said they remained in communication with the police service and the relevant authorities and would "continually review" security and safety procedures.
"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families and friends of anyone associated with the Manchester Arena incident," the statement added.
The music venue is a mile from the scene of last night's concert attack.
UK Music offers 'condolences' following the attackpublished at 11:53 BST 23 May 2017

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UK Music - the trade body which represents artists, composers and labels has offered its "deepest sympathies and condolences to all those affected" by the devastating attack on the Manchester Arena.
Chief executive Michael Dugher said: "It is even more distressing that children and teenagers have been targeted.
"We owe a huge debt of gratitude to our brave emergency services and the venue staff," he added.
"Music has the power to bring people together and is so often a celebration of peace and love. We will not let terrorism and the politics of violence, hatred and division conquer that spirit."
Posh Spice sends her love to Manchesterpublished at 11:52 BST 23 May 2017

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Former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham has sent her "heartfelt thoughts and prayers" to Manchester.
She used to live in the area while husband David played for Manchester United.
Drake praying for 'peace of mind' for Arianapublished at 11:43 BST 23 May 2017

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Like lots of other musicians today, the Toronto superstar is sending his condolences to the families of the 22 people killed and 59 injured at the end of Ariana Grande's gig at the Manchester Arena last night.
Driake left a picture of Ariana's signature bunny ears design on Instagram and wrote "we will be praying for all of Manchester.
"Also I am praying on peace of mind for Ariana.."
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Alongside the following statement:
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We just left from touring in Europe and this was such a real fear we discussed frequently. I was crushed today to hear it became a reality. My condolences to all of the families affected and we will be praying for all of Manchester. Also I am praying on peace of mind for Ariana."
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Fellow American female singer Halsey called the attack "absolutely terrifying" adding she hoped the singer "is okay."
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Meanwhile The Rolling Stones and The Pet Shop Boys have added messages of support too.
The Stones experienced their own tragedy at a gig at Altamont, California in 1969 when 18-year-old Meredith Hunter was killed.
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One Direction & Cheryl react to fatal concert bombingpublished at 10:54 BST 23 May 2017

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One Direction's Louis Tomlinson has sent his love to the families of those at last night's fateful gig.
Bandmate and fellow new solo star Liam Payne adds that he's saddened by the night's "tragic" events.
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Meanwhile Liam's partner and former Girls Aloud star Cheryl says she is "absolutely sickened & angered" by the attack.
"Such a disturbing time we live in," she adds.
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'Love can hopefully overcome' - say The Charlatanspublished at 10:51 BST 23 May 2017

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One band to have played the Manchester Arena many times are The Charlatans.
They were seminal figures on the Madchester 90's scene and have this morning issued a statement describing it as "a bleak and tragic day."
Adding that "Love and hopefully overcome."
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Frontman Tim Burgess adding the below message from his own personal account, describing the incident as "an attack on beautiful people who love music."
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The Charlatans are due to support The Courteeners in Manchester this weekend. Scroll down for singer Liam Fray's comments.
Vigil to be held in Manchester city centrepublished at 10:43 BST 23 May 2017

Legendary Hacienda DJ Dave Haslam is "spreading the word" about a special vigil to be held by the town hall in Manchester city centre at 18:00 BST tonight.
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'Terrible, tragic night'published at 10:32 BST 23 May 2017

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Liam Fray from cult Manchester indie band The Courteeners has described Monday's events as a "terrible, tragic night."
The band are due to headline a show at the Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground in the city at the weekend
Liam - whose band are on stage in Halifax tonight - added: "Sending love and thoughts to all families affected and to our emergency services who were so quick and brave."
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Liam then re-tweeted the Manchester Evening News' appeals to help find a pair of gig goers (see below) and sent prayers to those in desperate need following the blast.
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He's since followed this up with a longer statement, praising the "togetherness, compassion and empathy" of his home city.
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Take That singer Gary Barlow 'praying for victims'published at 10:12 BST 23 May 2017

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Take That were due to play at the Manchester Arena this weekend.
There's no official word yet but it seems unlikely the shows on 25-27 May will go ahead.
The band took to Twitter to share their thoughts, with Howard Donald writing he is "sad and heartbroken" and Gary Barlow and Mark Owen sending their prayers to victims and families.
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Girl band All Saints were due to support Take That at the gigs and now Shaznay, Melanie, Nicole and Natalie have also sent their thoughts and hearts out to the city and its people.
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James Corden sends message of support from the USpublished at 09:51 BST 23 May 2017

The impact of last night's horrific events in Manchester is being felt across the world with US Late Late chat show host James Corden voicing his disbelief.
The British host appeared to blink back tears as he said: "It shocks me every time we hear this sort of news but especially when there will so many children at this concert".
Watch below.
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Ariana Grande support artist 'praying for Manchester'published at 09:38 BST 23 May 2017

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Victoria Monet, who supported the pop star last night at the Manchester Arena has added her thoughts on last night's attack.
The singer, whose track Better Days features Ariana, external and tackles themes of terrorism, says she's "hurt and frustrated" and "heartbroken", as well as adding that she "will never understand this hate!"
She closes her statement by asking people to "send all your prayers up high for Manchester."
Read it in full below.
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The O2 Arena is 'shocked and saddened'published at 09:33 BST 23 May 2017

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Ariana Grande's Dangerous Woman tour was due to travel to the O2 venue in London this week following the shows in Manchester.
In a tweet, the venue said "we will advise as soon as we can as to the status of those shows".
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'Manchester stands together'published at 09:18 BST 23 May 2017

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A trio of Manchester musical legends have posted messages of support following last night's atrocious attack.
Former Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr says simply: "Manchester stands together."
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Meanwhile, ex New Order and Joy Division bass player Peter Hook, whose daughter returned safely from the Ariana Grande gig, said his heart "goes out to all parents & those involved involved".
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Former Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher said he's "in total shock and absolutely devastated" after the attack.
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Messages of support flood in following attackpublished at 09:16 BST 23 May 2017

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Artists have expressed shock following the attack, with Lorde saying "every musician feels sick and responsible" while Ella Eyre agreed "music should be the safest place for us all".
Katy Perry added she was "broken-hearted" and Harry Styles said he was similarly "heartbroken", while Taylor Swift and Justin Bieber have offered their prayers.
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'Broken'published at 08:52 BST 23 May 2017

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The words of Ariana Grande following a suicide bomb attack at her show at the Manchester Arena on Monday night, which left 22 people dead and 59 injured.
The blast happened soon after the 23-year-old singer had finished performing.
Her manager Scooter Braun also posted a statement, external, saying "our hearts are broken".
In today's Music News LIVE, we'll be bringing you tributes and messages of support from musicians across the world and keep you updated on how the events of last night will impact on scheduled live shows and music venues across the country.
For live news updates on the Manchester explosion, including eye witness accounts of the blast, visit the BBC News LIVE Page.