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Tom Petty, John Fogerty and Jackson Browne Join Randy Newman at Hall of Fame Induction

Michael Gallucci — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 14:19:12 +0000

Tom Petty, John Fogerty and Jackson Browne joined Randy Newman onstage last night at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. The four veteran rockers, who all live in Los Angeles, opened the show at the city's Nokia Theater with a version of Newman's 1983 song 'I Love L.A.'

Alice Cooper, Rush, Tom Petty + More Announced for Summerfest 2013 Lineup

Jeff Giles — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 19:19:49 +0000

As if anyone really needed another reason to wish they were in Milwaukee during late June and early July, this year’s Summerfest lineup looks like the classic rock party of a lifetime. The event, slated to take place June 26-30 and July 2-7, is assembling a typically crowded list of talent that includes the Eagles, [...]

Tom Petty Plans to Release New Album in 2013

Sterling Whitaker — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 17:55:27 +0000

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers have just announced the dates for their 2013 summer tour, and now Petty is discussing some of the group's plans for both those live performances and an upcoming album they plan to release later this year.

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers to Headline Hangout Music Festival

Billy Dukes — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 00:11:18 +0000

While Tom Petty's official 2013 touring calendar is still empty, it's been confirmed he'll headline the Hangout Music Festival in Gulf Shores, Ala. this spring. The full lineup for the festival was announced this week, with Kings of Leon named as a second headliner for the three-day festival.

Tom Petty, ZZ Top Reportedly to Headline Bonnaroo 2013

Matthew Wilkening — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 18:05:52 +0000

You know what they're not going to need backstage at Bonnaroo next year? Shaving cream, because the heavily-bearded Tom Petty (and the Heartbreakers) and ZZ Top are among the acts reportedly set to headline the annual musical festival this coming June.

Tom Petty Tribute Concerts to Take Place in New York and Los Angeles

Dave Lifton — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 12:45:34 +0000

The music of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers will be celebrated with live shows in the very near future. Petty Fest, part of the popular Best Fests series that has taken place over the past 10 years, will bring together members of a generation of musicians who grew up listening to Petty's extensive hit-filled catalog.

Tom Petty to Auction Jaguar Convertible for Doctors Without Borders Organization

Chad Childers — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 16:06:55 +0000

Tom Petty is parting with a sentimental piece of his past for a good cause, as he’ll auction off his 1996 Jaguar XJS Convertible on eBay to raise funds for the Doctors Without Borders organization. Rolling Stone reports that the auction will kick off on eBay today, with a 10-day window for fans to bid [...]

Steve Winwood Joins Tom Petty And The Heartbreakers Onstage In London

Dave Lifton — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 19:09:18 +0000

There’s nothing better at a concert than hearing the lead singer say something like, “We’d like to bring out a special guest to help us out tonight.” You can feel the excitement in the venue as the crowd tries to figure out who will appear from the wings, knowing that you’re getting something special and unique.

Tom Petty to Reveal More U.S. Tour Dates Soon?

Matthew Wilkening — Fri, 11 May 2012 20:07:16 +0000

Bummed out that Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers’ all-too-brief 2012 spring concert tour didn’t stop by your hometown? Well, according to a new video message from Gainesville, Fla.’s favorite rock star, you (and we) might get a second chance very soon.

Beach Boys, Tom Petty, Bruce Springsteen Rock First Weekend of Jazz Fest

Dave Lifton — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:40:03 +0000

In recent years, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, or simply, JazzFest, has grown beyond its roots as the nation’s premier showcase for the city’s unique contributions to American music. While it still features plenty of jazz, blues, Cajun, soul, gospel and funk, the festival now brings in some of the biggest names in classic rock as headliners. The first weekend saw the Beach Boys, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band close out each day’s musical festivities.

Tom Gets His Guitars, Dick Clark Passes, Lindsey Lohan on Glee

Phillip Gregory — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 20:13:53 +0000

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers got their guitars back. Daryl Washington, a 51-year-old security guard at the studio, was arrested and booked on suspicion of grand theft, police said.Detectives got a tip one of the guitars was sold to a Hollywood pawn shop, police said. They should book him on being a dumb ass too! [...]

Rihanna Says "I'll Never Need Rehab", Ryan O'Neal Stage 4 Cancer, Someone Rips Of Tom Petty's Guitars, The Office Is Planning A Reboot

Phillip Gregory — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 17:11:08 +0000

Hey There!!! Be sure and catch my entertainment report at 7:20 am Monday thru Friday with Chris Allen, Remember to Keep Looking at the Stars!! Singer Rihanna says she’ll never end up on rehab because she thrives on pressure. Gentlemen, place your bets, how long before we report she’s on a bender and gets photographed [...]

Tom Petty's Stolen Guitars Recovered

Dave Lifton — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:30:41 +0000

Finally, some good news in the world of classic rock. Five guitars belonging to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were recovered Tuesday (April 17). The instruments had been reported missing since Friday, when they were taken from the Culver City, Calif. soundstage where the band was rehearsing for its upcoming tour, which begins Wednesday night in Broomfield, Colo.

Tom Petty Hosts One Million Facebook Fans Giveaway

Karen 'Gilly' Laney — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 13:10:25 +0000

Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers are so elated to have hit the one million-fans mark on their Facebook page that they’re giving away 28 pairs of concert tickets! The giveaway takes place over the next seven days and you can enter here.

Tom Petty Says It's Not Okay For Michelle Bachman To Be An "American Girl"

Steve Tanko — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 15:51:36 +0000

In case you were wondering what side of the political aisle Tom Petty sits on — now you know; The 61 year old rocker who had a string of hits in the 1970′s and 80′s has sent a cease-and-desist letter to Republican Presidential candidate Michelle Bachmann. Even before announcing her candidacy, Bachmann has been using [...]

Country Star Taylor Swift Likes Classic Rock, Too!

Steve Tanko — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 20:27:30 +0000

Apparently it’s not all country music for this country star. Taylor Swift seems to not only like classic rock but vinyl records as well. Wonder what it would be like to trade records with Taylor Swift? I’m guessing you’d never guess what it could possibly be like. Because she’s always saying that the reason she [...]