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The Tom Petty Project

Kevin Brown
Tom Petty
Wildflowers
Echo
Music Production
Songwriting
Mudcrutch
Traveling Wilburys
Mike Campbell
Music Industry
Full Moon Fever
The Last DJ
Heartbreakers
Rock Music
The Beatles
Into the Great Wide Open
Mary Jane's Last Dance
Highway Companion
Guitar
Queen
Gainesville

This is the weekly podcast that digs into the entire Tom Petty catalog song by song, album by album and includes conversations with musicians, fans, and people connected with Tom along the way.

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For today's episode, I ended up doing somethign different. My pal - and very long time listener - Dallas Heliker and I were chatting offline and I asked him if he wanted to jump on a call to discuss this song and Mojo in general as I know it's a favo... more

Drew Olson writing for OnMilwaukee.com, in a very brief tribute to Howie, quotes Tom as saying "I'd always wanted to deal with Howie's death, and there's some of that in there. One of those embarrassingly revealing songs. It just crept into my mind o... more

Today’s episode is being released on what would have been Tom’s 76th birthday. It was the date very specifically chosen by my guest, Robin Vincent for the release of her latest Robin Shakedown album, "I Don’t Know Lady, I Just Work Here". Robin was o... more

This week's episode is the fifth installment The Petty 8ight!

I love talking to Pettyheads, musicians, and other people who have been influenced by Tom or his music in myriad ways, but I thought it would be neat to see what non-fans, or non-hardcore... more

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Recent Guests

Robin Vincent
Songwriter and musician who records and performs as Robin Shakedown.
Robin Shakedown
Episode: Robin Vincent Returns
Paul Bradbury
Radio host, podcaster, drummer, Queen fan
American English (project); Radio Pod Pod (Queen podcast)
Episode: The Petty 8ight with Paul Bradbury
Jake Thistle
Musician promoting his album A Stranger by Design
Episode: Jake Thistle - A Stranger by Design (Track by Track)
Ben Montench
Key member of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, keyboardist and guitarist
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Episode: Get Yer Mojo On
Mike Campbell
Lead guitarist for Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Episode: Get Yer Mojo On
Josh Caldwell
Musician, gearhead, guitar nerd
Musician
Episode: Guitars & Mike Campbell with Josh Caldwell
Ethan Hawke
Actor
Episode: Specifics Create Dynamics
Matt Burke
Songwriter and lead singer of Have Gun, Will Travel
Have Gun, Will Travel
Episode: Matt Burke (Have Gun, Will Travel)
Sam Krishnan
Young French songwriter performing under the name Bye Lily
Episode: Sam Krishnan (Bye Lily)

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Kevin Brown
Host of The Tom Petty Project; written, produced, and performed by Kevin Brown for 8NINETY8 Productions. Coordinates with Boneless Podcasting Network and The Tom Petty Project for show affiliations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • A must for Petty Fans!

    No matter how long you’ve been a devoted fan, you will learn new wonderful things about Tom Petty and the music- these deep dives into each song and fascinating interviews make this my favorite podcast. It’s introduced me to great new artists, music, and books as well - thank you, Kevin!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlaeUla
    United Statesa year ago
  • Serious Tom Petty Nerdness!!!

    I love this podcast! I’m a huge Tom Petty (& The Heartbreakers) fan! I really enjoy hearing the breaking down of each song and the random conversations sprinkled in. Truly appreciate this podcast!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fritzy
    United States4 years ago
  • A must listen for Tom Petty fans!

    What a great podcast! As a lifelong Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers fan this show has become a must listen for me every week. Kevin is incredible knowledgeable and very easy to listen to. Give this show a try, you won’t regret it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CDMorrissette
    Canada4 years ago
  • Awesome!

    Bias alert: I’m a huge Tom Petty fan. The deep dives on the deep cuts is amazing. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BubbaDial
    United States4 years ago
  • Goat

    Talking about my favorite musician ever

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ponca boy
    United States5 years ago

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Robin Vincent Returns
Q: How did you find the responsibility for quality control when you produced your own work?
Vincent says she consciously returned to her initial feeling about a take, gave herself time to review it with fresh ears, and avoided endlessly recording and comping performances. She kept some imperfect takes because their mistakes contributed to the album's human character.
Robin Vincent Returns
Q: Where did the title “I Don't Know Lady, I Just Work Here” come from?
Vincent says the title grew out of working at Starbucks, where the lower stakes of a customer-facing job helped her stop treating every situation as a measure of her worth. The phrase became a reminder that life and work do not always need to be taken so seriously.
First Flash of Freedom
Q: Which blues musician joined Tom and the Boys on stage on the last night of the legendary 1997 residency at the Fillmore?
John Lee Hooker joined the band for three songs on the final night.
Jake Thistle
Q: How did working with multiple producers affect the album's cohesion and sound?
Jake describes intentionally embracing varied production styles while ensuring the overall record remained a single, cohesive listening experience through shared sonic threads and deliberate mixing choices.
Jake Thistle
Q: What sparked the sonic direction for the new album, and how did The City Whispers influence the project?
The City Whispers served as a turning point, giving Jake a sonic template and showing how a production approach could shape the rest of the record, leading him to adopt a cohesive instrument and mix strategy across tracks.

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A deep, song-by-song and album-by-album examination of a legendary American rock catalog, frequently pairing meticulous musical analysis with conversations with fellow musicians, fans, and people connected to Tom Petty. Episodes cover everything from solo projects and side stories to live performances, production details, and the ongoing discovery of Petty's work, often featuring guest perspectives and practical listening tips for fans who want to hear more nuance in the music. The show stands out for its focused, track-by-track approach, thoughtful contextual storytelling, and a community-driven feel that blends technical insight with personal anecdotes and fan engagement.

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Recent guests on The Tom Petty Project include:

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2. Paul Bradbury
3. Jake Thistle
4. Ben Montench
5. Mike Campbell
6. Josh Caldwell
7. Ethan Hawke
8. Matt Burke

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