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Welcome to The Petty Archives!

We're dedicated to preserving the history of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers.

Our goal is to compile information so fans can learn more about one of America's most iconic rock bands.

Please use the drop down menus or search box to explore the archives. To learn more, visit About Us where you can read our story and contact us.

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We hope you will share your love of the Heartbreakers and refer your friends to The Petty Archives.

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Thank you!

Did You Know...

...that the concrete slab bearing Tom Petty's handprints, intended for a Gainesville Walk of Fame, eventually ended up sitting in a garage?

...that on the 4th of July, 1976, the air conditioning broke down during the recording of "American Girl"?

...that recording of "The Waiting" was held up by a gorilla?

Random Quote

"I used to have these soul-searching nights where I'd lie awake and think, 'When it's all over, all you've gonna leave behind is the records. That's all the fuck you're doing.'"

- Tom Petty