Even though I constantly keep searching, I can't find the right words to express my feelings.
As I see this unprecedented tragedy in front of me, I am tormented by my incompetence.
Playing music and spinning words don't help. I had come to realize that there is such a moment like this. But, we still want to be the energy of this country to revive and recover from the earthquake, that's my true feeling.
During my teenage years of grasping fear, what relieved me were some records. The person who lend me those is my friend from Fukushima. That was the only ray of light in pitch darkness. I'll never let that light go out, and I'll keep on going. Please everyone, spare that light and future to your surroundings.
As for me, I'll stay right here, composing songs and continue singing.

With Love,
Masafumi Gotoh

I would like to express my deepest condolences to the lost lives and my sincere sympathy to the affected victims of the Tohoku region Pacific Ocean coast earthquake.
As we live in Yokohama; though it may not be much, we would like to become the strength for the recovery of the affected areas, and think what is best and directly give continuous support.
During our tour, luckily we were able to go around all the prefectures and received a lot of strength from everybody. Now it's our turn to send all that strength to all the victims.
Hoping to see everybody with smiles again.

Heartfelt condolences to the people who have passed away from the earthquake. At the same time, I hope that the people in need of help are rescued as soon as possible.
Whenever I see the various reports on the news, my heart aches. I worry about the health conditions of the people at the evacuation shelter. The continuous aftershocks must be an inscrutable fear to the victims. Even though there are people who have not been affected, I feel that it's not only me that have been seized with uneasiness to the future in such an unstable situation.
But, with fear on our mind, we cannot move on in reality. I feel this tragedy has given us a chance to think about what's really important for us in various ways.
Let's make every possible effort to support the victims and re-develop the affected areas. There are a lot of things that can be accomplished even from a small helping hand.
I, as an individual, and as a musician will engage in every effort. I believe that we can get over this situation by each and everyone's unremitting endeavor.

It has been a week after the earthquake struck.

My relatives in Miyagi and Ibaraki have become the victims, they are still waiting for the recovery of the life-line. I 'm still very worried about them. I keep telling myself everyday that if we could overcome this predicament, there's nothing to be frightened of anymore and nothing could be worse than this.

As we witness the victims helping out with each other, we are enlivened by their strength. Countless many are reaching out to support. I, myself will do whatever I can to aid those in need. We, as a whole nation will unite as one, to overcome this crisis.

When the Tohoku Earthquake struck, it was late at night here. I was awake with insomnia and so learned of the devastation in Japan while most Americans were still asleep. Right away I thought of all my Japanese friends and their families, the unimaginable pain of losing those closest to you, and how often it seems we are powerless against the cruel force of nature.

In the days after that shocking news, though, a very different story was taking place there. Again and again, we watched incredible feats of cooperation, self‐sacrifice and sheer resolve in the most overwhelming and terrifying conditions. This has been an ongoing testament to the dignity and spirit of the Japanese people, and a reminder that terrible adversity often reveals the noblest traits in human beings.

I’m deeply saddened for those who have lost their homes, their friends, their families. The world mourns with you. But know also that we watch with awe and admiration as you rebuild Japan with undeniable courage, honor, and determination.

Chris Collingwood
(Fountains Of Wayne)

Hello. This is Adam Schlesinger. My thoughts are with everyone in Japan who is suffering through these terrible events. It is hard to imagine what you are going through right now, but I hope that you can remain strong, and that life can return to normal as soon as possible. I offer my deepest condolences to everyone that has been affected personally, and I wish Japan the fastest possible recovery.

Adam Schlesinger
(Fountains Of Wayne)

dear friends and future-friends in japan, the sun is shining in brooklyn right now. i have a disco mirror ball on the floor near my window. the sun is reflected onto the walls of my living room in dozens and dozens of shining white diamonds. it is beautiful. i have never known as hard a time as you are experiencing now. i have never felt an earthquake, have never been near a tsunami and have never been in danger from radiation. but in the hard times i have had, thoughts of beauty have really helped. spring is always coming. a new day is always coming, the sun is always coming. i wish my living room was miles long from corner to corner and that we could all sit here together and look at these shining white diamonds on the wall.

love
matthew

As events unfold in Japan and I, half a planet away, consider the fragility of even the most basic and ordinary constants in my life - family, friends, home, possessions, electricity, food, health, warmth, security - I feel the Earth shudder and grow smaller. 

The images repeat and replay, defying belief.

I try to comprehend, as you do, the scope of what has already happened and, like 9/11, that scope is somehow diminished by merely observing individual moments and pictures on a screen.

And still I find myself hovering anxiously near the television, obsessively scanning the internet, reflexively turning on the radio, hoping for some better news. Even here, in comparison, few other things seem very important.

I consider myself very lucky to have had the opportunity to spend some time in Japan and although my experience is limited I am completely convinced, regardless of how events finally play out, that Japan and its people will not merely survive but will flourish with a strength and vitality that will leave the rest of the world to simply marvel. 

I send my love. Please take care and remain safe. 

Ira Elliot
Nada Surf

We are all watching and hoping that things will be ok for the Japanese people.
The thing that is most amazing to me is how calm you all are. So civil and dignified in your situation.
I wish we could all show as much self control in a crisis. You are a nation of nobel people and have set a great example to us all around the world.

Big love and respect from
Nick.

My sympathy to the people of Japan who have died and people that has been misplaced as a result of the devastating earthquake. I hope you are all safe and that of your family and friends.
All your strength and courage in the face of disaster is inspiring and incredible.
I am very impressed and encouraged to see your bravery and strength as well of all the Japanese people. The world has much to learn from you. I know that you will stay strong and come out of these very difficult times.
You will all be a stronger nation through this, much admiration and supportive love to you all.

Steve Askew.
(Kajagoogoo)

"I have been shocked and horrified by the terrible events that have happened in Japan in the past week. Japan feels like a second home to me and I have many Japanese friends. My sympathy and support is with those who have been affected, and we hope the situation will improve soon in your beautiful country."

Hal, The Young Punx

Hal's statement says it all for me too. it feels very much like a second home to me too!
in fact i am glued to the news reports. I hope all your family and loved ones are well and haven't been to badly effected. fingers crossed that the news starts to turn positive very soon. Much love to you all.

All our thoughts go out to everyone in Japan. What you are going through must be so so very hard I can't even imagine, but you are coping so incredibly well, the whole world is proud of you Japan. Best wishes, Betto

I'm very saddened to hear about the earthquake and all the problems it has cost your country. I've grown to love Japan very much since I first visited in 2004. I thought of you and the times we've worked together doing The Young Punx! concerts. I'm praying that all will return to normal someday sooner than later.

All the best,
Dwight Farrell d/b/a/ Count Bass D