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	The Devil	my thoughts go out to all his family and friends...he will be greatly missed...a true legend...   Posted by The Devil on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 11:19 AM [Reply to this]

	Ciaran Dwyer Ciaran Dwyer	lovely seniment hooky played a version of transmission wth my band last night for the big man. R.i.p Tony   Posted by Ciaran Dwyer on Sunday, August 12, 2007 - 7:34 AM [Reply to this]

	Bilby Jeff Hobbs	All I can do is be thankful that he made it possible for so many things to happen that have shaped who I am - even if we were on almost opposite sides of the planet. He has reached far and always will. Walk, in silence....   Posted by Bilby on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 11:26 AM [Reply to this]

	Rob Doran	Couldn't have said it better   Posted by Rob Doran on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 11:47 AM [Reply to this]

	Rob Rob Brady	A very sad day for everyone. 57 is no age to go. RIP.   Posted by Rob on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 11:56 AM [Reply to this]

	Dave the rave!	I think we should not be too sad, not because hes gone, but the lasting legacy hes left. The reinventing of club culture with the hac, the bands and the music he brought as well as much more. but he will definatly be missed. rest in peace Tony and have a great party with Rob and Martin!   Posted by Dave the rave! on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 12:12 PM [Reply to this]

	Dave the rave!	sorry, i missed out Ian for the party.   Posted by Dave the rave! on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 12:13 PM [Reply to this]

	Trigger	R.I.P Mr Manchester   Posted by Trigger on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 12:17 PM [Reply to this]

	gary Gary Thrasher	Tony, we are thankful to you for all of your efforts to bring us the fine music we enjoy now. The bands might have still existed without you but you helped us all discover them by pushing them further into the public eye. A true visionary who will be missed. RIP Tony. All thoughts and prayers with his family and you and yours Peter..   Posted by gary on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 12:23 PM [Reply to this]

	CuanaD	RIP AHW   Posted by CuanaD on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 12:28 PM [Reply to this]

	Clazza Claire Lewis	Hi Hooky, got in last night and heard the news...It's such a loss - he has left one hell of a legacy behind though. as I read earlier today "he made history. not money." RIP Tony and condolances to everyone that loved him. Fluff x   Posted by Clazza on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 12:29 PM [Reply to this]

		r.i.p tony, such a great guy, did so much for this world   Posted by on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 12:48 PM [Reply to this]

	DJ-D Mark Martin	Well said. and what can those of us who only knew his publc persona add to the words of a friend? God bless you all.   Posted by DJ-D on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 12:52 PM [Reply to this]

	Andrew Wright	Hey Tony Thanks for letting us make a record on Factory in 1985, missin' you man...but I'm sure the cultural legacy you've left in Manchester will live on and regenerate itself... God Bless You, Tone Andy   Posted by Andrew Wright on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 1:08 PM [Reply to this]

	The Stranglers 70's Era !!	I'll be watching '24 hour party people' tonight in his memory. RIP Tony.   Posted by The Stranglers 70's Era !! on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 1:18 PM [Reply to this]

	MarkG	its a very sad day, end of an era - RIP Tony - sorry for your friend peter.   Posted by MarkG on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 1:21 PM [Reply to this]

	shane shane oneill	Thousands of Mancunians will miss your work R.I.P shane   Posted by shane on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 1:30 PM [Reply to this]

	Jason	Oh, my dear Lord. I just found out about his passing. My thoughts go out to you, Bernard, Stephen and Gillian. You guys may not always have seen eye-to-eye in life, but you changed the face of music forever. All my best wishes, mate.   Posted by Jason on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 1:47 PM [Reply to this]

	Miss Manchester Miss Manchester	I first met Tony when he came to our school to do a story on lawn mower racing!! we got talking about music I was 11 he was in my eyes old how funny life is that he'd be takin at such an early age ..............Thank you Tony for the fun, the music and your insight ...the lights have gone out in Manchester RIP   Posted by Miss Manchester on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 1:49 PM [Reply to this]

	Soulbutter	:( It is very sad indeed. Tony....RIP.   Posted by Soulbutter on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 1:53 PM [Reply to this]

	Alex Alex Hales	I couldn't have made it thru my teenage years without what Tony Wilson made possible, and I still can't now. Thanks Tony, and RIP; you gave us so much that means...so much.   Posted by Alex on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 2:02 PM [Reply to this]

	Marco Kitsune	i feel so sad. RIP Tony thank you so fucking much.   Posted by Marco Kitsune on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 2:33 PM [Reply to this]

	Dean Dean Griffiths	The fulfilment of a legend. I'm having a Factory only day. Condolences to his family and all who knew him personally, especially you Pete, and Rowetta. To Tony: May you be in heaven 40 years before the devil knows you're dead. Dean   Posted by Dean on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 2:41 PM [Reply to this]

	Scott Scott Tarbox	R.I.P a great man with a great legacy   Posted by Scott on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 2:57 PM [Reply to this]

	Left Hand LTD	Proper visionary. Very rarely does a man come along with the brass balls to put everything on the line for the sake of music. Kelly.   Posted by Left Hand LTD on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 3:03 PM [Reply to this]

	Darmstadt	i think Tony will build a new Factory over the sky !...angel's factory. Peace to you.   Posted by Darmstadt on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 3:16 PM [Reply to this]

	John John Montague	Gutted last night,and just upset reading the condolences.Never got to speak to him,but he's always made me smile whether it's his appearances on Granada Reports,or his stage appearances. Pissed myself first time I went to see New Order at the Hac in 1985,I was crushed up at the front under Gillian....which was nice.And Tony came on and said " Get back get back you lot....they're a bunch of ugly bastards anyway!" Very funny bloke,remember reading recently 24HR Party People,his short involvement in Granada's WORLD IN ACTION,interviewing MP Keith Joseph and ended calling The Mad Monk a T**T. And Granada got to see the out-takes. God bless Tony. And take care Pete.   Posted by John on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 3:23 PM [Reply to this]

	Grabanarse.	Couldn't believe it when I heard, it's a bloody sad day for anyone with a remote interest in inspirational individuals. Some men make money, some people make history. Tony was very much one of the latter. Condolences to all family, friends and admirers. R.I.P. Tony.   Posted by Grabanarse. on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 3:53 PM [Reply to this]

	Margaret Luvs Peter Hook	Hey Hookster I had to post this as I have got messages from musicians and New Order fans that Tony Wilson I had to retrieve my stuff this morning hon and I saw the messages on my bulletin I am in a state of shock now it hasn't hit me yet especially when I had grown up with you guys for all these years and he had dealt with New Order/Joy Division hey doll hang in there don't be lost if you feel down I will message you. My condolences go out to the Wilson family and may he rest in peace. Tons of hugs Margaretxx   Posted by Margaret Luvs Peter Hook on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 4:16 PM [Reply to this]

	| StarKnight Gravekeeper on Duty |	I was on NOOL when the word first got out. I was also the second on that main thread to speak up about it. Sad day indeed. '24 Hour Party People' movie-watching party this weekend, anyone!? Humor aside, this world is a lot emptier now because of such a loss. Margaret had it right too--I grew up listening to the music that Tony brought to the world--with LOVE--from his blessed Madchester. Hail, hail, Madchester, whose king will always be. The once and immortal Mr. Wilson, Mr. Manchester, Sir. Hey Tony, tell Ian, Rob, Martin and John Peel that Madchester and the world says YO!! Cheers-- ~ 'Sunshine'   Posted by | StarKnight Gravekeeper on Duty | on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 7:40 PM [Reply to this]

	Lou Lou De Buyser	I cannot imagine what my vision on music would have been without him : Joy Division and Factory Records were milestones. The exceptional music and the beautiful sleeves stood out in the early eighties music scene. Another milestone was 1991 when we went to "Madchester" to The Hacienda, The Banshee, Dry 201, the record shop of 808 State and other places. Mike Pickering was spinning at the Hacienda and the place went stark raving mad. That night became my introduction to club culture. The influence of Tony Wilson in the history of today's music cannot be underestimated. He left an inerasable signature for over a decade.   Posted by Lou on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 4:38 PM [Reply to this]

	Diamond 383	So sorry Hooky.   Posted by Diamond 383 on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 5:08 PM [Reply to this]

	Adrian Adrian Waterhouse	Hi Peter, I think you just about said it all, very sad news, I'll miss seeing him pottering round the streets of Manchester, he may have tried more than he succeded but thank God for trying. Rest in Peace Tony. Adrian.   Posted by Adrian on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 5:14 PM [Reply to this]

	Matt	Such a sad day   Posted by Matt on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 5:14 PM [Reply to this]

	Bass Bandits	Very, very sad news No other record company boss could stir up so much emotion, all new order and joy division fans feel as if he were a friend, he will be sorely missed. RIP Tony   Posted by Bass Bandits on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 5:23 PM [Reply to this]

	Karl	I spoke to Tony once on a BBC Radio 5 phone-in show. I told him that despite the stick he often got from certain quarters, he was a true hero in my eyes. Bands as strong as Joy Division may have made it without him - who knows? All we do know is that he backed them to the hilt and took every opportunity he could to influence people within the media to take note of the fact that "something was happening in Manchester". His response to me? "Thank you very much, but I've done nothing really. I'm just a fan like you". That struck me as fantastically humble of the man. He also yold me that one of his favourite concerts ever was New Order supported by Happy Mondays at Birmingham NEC. I can't remember the year, but I know it was the 26th March 'cos that's my birthday and the gig absolutely blew me away too. RIP Tony. Best wishes to all that knew and loved him. I'll bung a few quid to Cancer Research as a gesture. Karl Motion.   Posted by Karl on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 5:26 PM [Reply to this]

	2CBeats	He was instrumental in helping me have (a lot of ) fun... He made my world a better place... Thanks for that!!! And now he's gone to one himself... May he rest in peace...   Posted by 2CBeats on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 5:31 PM [Reply to this]

	°Æ®ÎÇ°	I'm still in utter shock.. Tony was a Personal Hero of Mine and this is going to take a while to sink in. My heart goes out to all his friends and family. A True Genius....you will be missed. & to you Hook I'm so sorry for your loss. eric   Posted by °Æ®ÎÇ° on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 5:57 PM [Reply to this]

	mediamark	My reaction to the the news even surprised myself. I genuinely had a tear in my eye when I heard the news. I have not felt like that about a stranger since the death of John Peel. Had it not been for Tony's involvement, the soundtrack to my youth might have been totally different. I am grateful for his legacy.   Posted by mediamark on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 6:08 PM [Reply to this]

	Teddyd	Peter very sorry thinking about you and Tony's family x I'm so pleased I got to meet and work with Tony and the Space Monkeys!!   Posted by Teddyd on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 6:24 PM [Reply to this]

	Teddyd	Peter very sorry thinking about you and Tony's family x I'm so pleased I got to meet and work with Tony and the Space Monkeys!!   Posted by Teddyd on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 6:25 PM [Reply to this]

	RobE	i'm fkkn gutted! music just won't be the same without him....i grew up in the 80's with jd/no being a large part of my musical diet...huge blow to the jd/no legacy. gone but not forgottn... Hooky: my hearfelt sympathies go out to you.. Tony: thanks for the good times (from a fans side) rob xx   Posted by RobE on Thursday, August 16, 2007 - 8:51 PM [Reply to this]

	Content King Steven Yates	I met Tony just the once when he visited my college in South Manchester to give a talk at a Music Conference and he asked me for directions. He was extremely polite. For those close to him - his family, friends and all those he worked with - my thoughts go out to you. Although it is a sad day, his achievements for Manchester and the Music scene are part of a lasting legacy which will ensure he is never forgotten. There was only one Tony Wilson and he will be greatly missed by many. RIP.   Posted by Content King on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 6:39 PM [Reply to this]

	The SonicFungus	i was totally shocked when i heard the news yesterday. he was a very very awesome guy, who gave a lot.. a hell of a lot to manchester and the world of music and we have a lot to be thankful to him for. a crazy, stubborn, down to earth, cool mancunian genius. just a really sad, harsh way to go. but his memory will live on forever and he's the true father of Manchester. but he lived an exciting, fullfilling life and many people who cared about him and he gave back so much. my thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends, and everyone.   Posted by The SonicFungus on Sunday, August 12, 2007 - 5:12 AM [Reply to this]

	Buddy Christ!	Sad day, Hooky. Travel safe and God bless AHW RIP.   Posted by Buddy Christ! on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 7:15 PM [Reply to this]

	Dave Simpson Dave Simpson	Hooky, I was away (on holiday) when I heard the sad news too. So so sad. The end of an era. Tony was incorrigible; a one off who moved mountains. He's in good company up there. Take care of yourself, we're all thinking of the Factory family love Dave Simpson   Posted by Dave Simpson on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 7:16 PM [Reply to this]

	Kriss Stress	i was watching footage today and I found myself starting to tear up. I think the only other time I did that was when Strummer passed on. He'll be missed. R.   Posted by Kriss Stress on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 7:20 PM [Reply to this]

	Cat Cathy Lincoln	Dear Hooky, This is a voice from the past - Cathy Lincoln. My heart broke in two places today, maybe even three because of what I just read on the news. One - Tony Wilson, that rascal has passed no one like him will come our way again. Then I just went on the New Order site and saw that Rob died way back in 2000, I had no idea and I was crazy about him - even had a little crush on him back in the day- heartbreak number two. When I saw 24 hour Party People it brought so many memories back. I had heard New Order interviewed on Jonsey's show, and then today I hear you were in town last week, another piece broke, especially in light of what I learned today! My Dad had surgery on Monday so I don't know if I would have seen you, but now you are gone, I hope we meet again someday. I think of you often and the old times at WB and at Capitol. I am in contact with Tim Devine, but perhaps you two have lost touch as well, in any event I'm sorry I missed your show, and you. Oh Peter, I am so so sorry...Love, Cat   Posted by Cat on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 7:30 PM [Reply to this]

	CJ - Music Promoter	Sorry for the loss of your friend. Hope you make it back home soon to be with your family and friends during this sad time. My thoughts go out to you and Tonys family. Claire xx   Posted by CJ - Music Promoter on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 7:40 PM [Reply to this]

	| StarKnight Gravekeeper on Duty |	...oh and, I say we all crank up some Factory music, to add to the soundtrack to the greatest party in the Hacienda in the sky!! *just a thought, hooky! just a thought!* ~ 'Sunshine'   Posted by | StarKnight Gravekeeper on Duty | on Saturday, August 11, 2007 - 7:42 PM [Reply to this]

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