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Did You Know...

...that Tom Petty was invited to perform for the American Assocation of Nude Recreation?

...that Bob Dylan and Tom Petty once showed up to a press conference wearing ridiculous make-up?

...that Tom Petty shortened his name because "Tommy Petty" didn't look right on the record?

Random Quote

"I'm not usually as concerned with record company business as you might think; I like to devote my time and energy to being a musician. But sometimes there's a communications breakdown and, when that happens, you just have to stand up for yourself."

- Tom Petty