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TOM PETTY AND THE HEARTBREAKERS IN CONCERT:
As pioneers of heartland rock in the late-'70s, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers championed a no-frills, guitar-driven sound that set them apart from the increasingly technology-oriented approach of much of the era's pop music. Today Tom Petty & Co. are as relatable as ever, treating fans to their classic songs about working class issues and everyday American life with a passion and flair that belie their years. Whether Petty is dancing across the stage with a pair of maracas or lending his iconic voice to hits like "American Girl" and "Mary Jane's Last Dance," he and the band never fail to electrify at their live shows, and their 2014 tour dates with special guest Steve Winwood will be no different.
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:
After playing in several other Gainesville, FL bands in the early-'70s, Tom Petty formed the Heartbreakers in 1976. The band's self-titled debut initially failed to gain traction in the US, but American audiences eventually caught wind of its popularity in the UK, leading to the 1978 re-release of early single "Breakdown" to a Top 40 spot. In 1979 the band scored their true US breakthrough with the hits "Refugee" and "Don't Do Me Like That," That", the latter becoming their first Top 10 hit. A series of successful albums followed in the '80s, earning the band an impressive string of hits as well as a supporting slot on Bob Dylan's '86/87 True Confessions world tour. Their chart run continued in the '90s with No. 1's like "Learning to Fly" and "You Don't Know How It Feels", which earned Petty a Grammy in 1996 for Best Rock Vocal Performance. Nearly four decades after their debut, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers will continue to treat fans to their exceptional live show on their latest tour.
FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:
"A great walk down memory lane. The Heartbreakers played like they were all still 30 years old. Tom Petty can really belt those songs out. Rock on!"
"The show was awesome. Tom Petty was amazing and the Heartbreakers rocked! I would love to see the whole show again!"
"The show was excellent with a great mix of old, new, and some obscure/rarely heard tracks. Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers never disappoint."
Excellent shows - both Steve et all and Tom with the Heartbreakers -- The power went out, and they didn't miss a beat - terrific musicianship The T-shirts are crap - brutal quality for $50
The show was good, not great but very good. Lost sound for one of his new songs, but was back again for the next song. Tom did most of his hits and sounded very good minus the sound isuse.
Awesome! One of the best shows I have ever been to. Tom Petty was so connected to the audience, it was incredible!
we absolutely loved the show. worth every penny. cant wait til he tours again. steve winwood was awesome also. one beef- we had very good seats- but all the time steve winwood was playing the piano he was blocked from our view by tom petty's equipment. fairly minor.loved it!!!
What a sensational night!!! Dad's "best concert ever" and ours too. Great show - phenomenal performance - all around good time!
This was a great show. Steve Winwood opened and was fantastic. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were excellent as well.
His music was awesome, our seats awesome, but he was so stoned it looked like he had a hard time focusing on the crowd and at times he lost his balance while switching guitars. Really, 63 years old and stoned come on.... I paid a lot of money for my tickets and was disappointed in Tom Petty. The Heartbreakers were fantastic and it looked like from where we were sitting Section C, Row 4 that they were keeping an eye on Tom and his performance.
We went to see 'genuine rock n roll'! at The Air Canada Centre last night! Steve Winwood delivered an incredible performance of his music contributions! (50 years of recordings!) from: Spencer Davis, Blind Faith, Traffic, Solo career! Timeless treasures! Then came the one and only HEARTBREAKERS led by the ever-entertaining Tom Petty! So..... they open with this Byrds classic! "So You Want To Be A Rock'N'Roll Star" So you want to be a rock'n'roll star Then listen now to what I say Just get an electric guitar And take some time and learn how to play And when your hair's combed right and your pants fit tight It's gonna be all right............................................................ Too funny - What a show they put on - encore included the Monkees 'Not your Steppin' Stone' Almost 3 decades of 'Petty' massive hits - all rolled into last night! Rock and Roll lives on! lol
The concert was punctual and the artists give us their songs with good sound.
Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers delivered as per usual. No gimmicks just straight ahead rock n' roll.
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers put on a great show!!!!
These guys rock with the magic of the world behind them. There lead guitar riffs are unmatchable.
The opening act received a standing ovation - that's how goo they were! Tom Petty followed in GREAT style and spirit as they continued to Rock the Air Canada Centre right until the end. One of the best concerts I've been to. As Tom said"Rock and Roll won't let you down!"
It was a great show. Tom Petty and his band were great. They played all their hits.
They sound better with age!one of the best Rock and roll bands out there. Never miss a show.
Super cool. Super relaxing. Awesome experience. Oh ya.
We went to see Tom Petty in Toronto on August 26, 2014. Not only the best date every, but his performance was the best performance i have ever seen. Their musicianship was amazing, and his new cd Hypnotic Eye was out of this world Awesome.... Great job everyone!!! Love Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers for the last 30 years. They care so much about their fans they even included their new cd in the ticket price. that is both completely classy and amazing
SHOW WAS AWESOME TOM PETTY AND THE HEARTBREAKERS CAN STILL PUT ON A SHOW .SHOULD HAVE DONE THE SHOW WITH NO OPENING ACT
Went in not particularly fond of Tom Petty.....now a fan! Steve Wynwood was awesome!
Both Steve and Tom proved that their status as rock legends has been well earned. Winwood demonstrated the incredible depth of his catalogue and the musical versatility that has been his musical trademark for decades. His vocals remain as thrilling as they were 30 years ago. Tom, and one of the tightest bands never fail to bring the house down. Mike Campbell is one of the best rock guitarists ever and he and Tom mesh perfectly.
