
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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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Season Fifteen begins.
The first song I remember hearing from this album was I Should Have Known It. But I didn’t hear it on the radio. A good friend of mine, Kris Klyne, who is also an immensely talented songwriter and musician, was over at my plac... more
We were due to start Season Fifteen today and start thinking about Mojo, but the day of recording, well the legend that was Dolly Parton passed away and I decided to write an episode in her honour. I’ll come completely clean - I could never call myse... more
Obviously, Tom is the primary focus of most of this project, but as I said last week, one of the joys of the last five years has been discovering how astonishingly good a band Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were. One of the ten questions I always as... more
Something I’ve been thinking about a fair bit this week is how my relationship with Tom’s music has changed over the years that I’ve been doing the show now. The very short answer to this is I’ve come to regard him as one of the truly great songwrite... more
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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!
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!!
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!
Bias alert: I’m a huge Tom Petty fan. The deep dives on the deep cuts is amazing. Highly recommend.
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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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