September 25, 2017: Tom Petty’s Final Show

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers performed their last ever show at the Hollywood Bowl. Petty saved the best for last, wrapping up with ‘American Girl’. The legendary rocker would die of an accidental overdose of pain medications on October 2nd. He was 66 years old.

So many great songs. Over the span of five decades, Petty had 28 top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, including 10 number one Mainstream Rock Songs. 12 top 10 albums on the Billboard 200. Over 80 million records sold making him one of the best selling artists of all time.

A straightforward rocker with a Southern tinge and a knack for writing great hooks. An MTV staple for many years, even winning three VMAs. He was also a Travellling Wilbury. Winner of three Grammys, including one with the Wilburys. Along with The Heartbreakers, he was Inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2002 - the first year they were eligible. He was the voice of "Lucky" for five years on the Fox animated show, KING OF THE HILL. He even played himself (kinda) in the Kevin Costner film THE POSTMAN.

I can't believe it's been 7 years. This one hit me pretty hard as I am a huge fan of Petty's music. I mean, as far as I'm concerned, it was like losing a Beatle. I had the priveledge of seeing him live 3 times. 3 of the best shows I've ever seen - and I've seen a lot of shows! I still can't listen to "Don't Come Around Here No More" without getting choked up. 

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