This week, I’m joined by Kevin Brown, host of The Tom Petty Project, to create the ultimate Tom Petty playlist. We’re taking a deep dive into the songs that defined his legendary career—from the driving rock of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers to his introspective solo work, the early sounds of Mudcrutch, the collaborative magic of the Traveling Wilburys and more! 

Along the way, we break down the stories, influences, and moments behind each track, giving you a front-row seat to the making of Petty’s most iconic songs. Whether it’s chart-toppers, fan favorites or hidden gems, we cover it all.

If you’ve been a lifelong fan, or you’re just discovering the genius of Tom Petty, this episode is a must-listen guide to understanding the heart, craft, and legacy of one of rock’s most enduring songwriters.

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Listen to Her Heart (You’re Gonna Get It)

Runnin’ Down A Dream (Full Moon Fever)

The Waiting (Hard Promises)

You Wreck Me (Wildflowers)

Fault Lines (Hypnotic Eye)

Don’t Come Around Here No More (Southern Accents)

Straight Into Darkness (Long After Dark)

Kings Highway (Into The Great Wide Open)

Melinda (The Live Anthology)

Learning To Fly (The Live Anthology)

Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around (Stevie Nicks – Bella Donna)

Cool Dry Place (Traveling Wilburys Vol. 3)

The Wrong Thing To Do (Mudcrutch)

Big Weekend (Highway Companion)

I Won’t Back Down (Full Moon Fever)

Room at the Top (Echo)

Sweet William (Room At The Top – German Import Single & Kiss My Amps Vol. 1)

Crawling Back to You (Wildflowers)

Refugee (Damn The Torpedoes)

American Girl (Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers)

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & The Legendary “Don’t Come Around Here No More” Alice In Wonderland Themed Hat

Super Bowl XLII Half Time Show: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers