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Found this the other day! 1983, The Civic Arena, Pittsburgh, Pa!
For me, TP symbolized what our entire generation was about-You Don't Have to Live Like A Refugee still makes me raise a fist to equality! American Girl except for lovin' Elvis-for me it was Ricky Nelson but other than that-was me, "raised on promises." I was lucky enough to be one of only 500 people, along with Laura Dern and Fritz Coleman, to catch the reunion of Mudcrutch, in Malibu right after seeing Glenn and his son rock the night before at the Roxy.
Anyway forgive the sophomoric review, to quote Dylan: "I was so much older then, I'm younger than that now!" Rock-the-Roll!
Stay Tuned!
CarolC
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Carol C, how lucky indeed that you got to see Mudcrutch (not to mention Glenn and Deacon the night before)!
I was at the store earlier today and I saw the Rolling Stone Special Edition with Tom on the cover. I almost bought it but I try to avoid impulse purchases. I may end up getting it anyway.
Here’s a touching song tribute by Petty’s former bandmate, Tom Leadon.
”Listen to Mudcrutch’s Tom Leadon’s Tribute to Tom Petty, ‘My Best Old Friend’ Ultimate Classic Rock, Nov. 28, 2017
Musicians honor rock legend Tom Petty in first of two tribute concerts.
http://triblive.com/aande/music/1312...rst-of-2-shows
I just saw it trending on FB that Tom Petty died from an accidental overdose of pain medication prescribed for numerous aliments including a broken hip. RIp Tom :sad:
Oh my gosh. What a freaking shame. So many people die needlessly this way! Awful!
Good lord, a fractured hip hurts like hell and I can not imagine dealing with such excrutiating pain while performing on tour. He had trouble with his knees as well, and was suffering from emphysema. RIP Tom - you gave your music and fans everything you had and are dearly missed.
Condolences to his family, many friends, collaborators and fans.
http://www.foxnews.com/entertainment...mbers-say.html
That's just so sad. :(
Petty was just "runnin' down a dream!"
CarolC
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers last concert. Tom just wasn't going to cancel or phone it in. Bless his heart.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=NCtd1gaYYPw
Yep. That was Tom. He loved making music, writing songs, living the dream. The pain he was in was debilitating but he was doing all he could to cope until hip replacement.
Edited to add:
In his last interview with the Chigago Tribune Tom talked about what the band, writing, touring, etc. meant to him and how he needed to learn to slow down. He also talked about the care he took to stay healthy on tour. He was keenly aware of the challenges of being on the road and excited about future projects.
uhttp://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/music/ct-tom-petty-final-interview-20171004-story.html
Gosh, I really wish that he didn't put himself through this tour, since he had emphysema, a fractured hip, and knee problems. I guess taking painkillers provides a sense of manageability, but that just sounds awful. He did sound great when I saw him in Berkeley, but I had no clue that he was going through those ailments. He did have to cancel a few dates, due to having laryngitis for a week.
I guess others could take this as a lesson to be wary of opiods, just like the band statement reiterated.
https://scontent-lax3-1.xx.fbcdn.net...76&oe=5AE61134
Source: "Learning to Fly" - Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
Facebook, Tom Petty
Stevie Nicks says close friend Tom Petty not well before his death.
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry...b01fbbefb4b28f
Emmylou Harris amd Chris Stapleton pay tribute to Tom Petty at 2018 Grammys
http://www.chicagotribune.com/entert...128-story.html
I didn't watch the Grammys so I need to look online for the full tribute they did, it sounds beautiful and really special.
Excerpt from CT article:
"Petty had also planned to revisit “Wildflowers” and release an expanded double-album edition, which is what he originally envisioned before scaling it back for commercial release. He said he wanted to do a tour focusing on the “Wildflowers” material, which was especially close to his heart.
It’s what I would bet we do next,” he told The Times in his final interview, just five days before he died at 66 on Oct. 2.
“A lot of it would probably be fresh to the older fans, because there will be some songs they haven’t heard,” he added. “And there’s enough music to where you could do the whole night — you could make a whole concert out of it.”
October 2017
90,000 Gator football fans honor Tom Petty
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=A6i3zOtjHGo
You know this is really very touching and I do think Tom Petty is smiling somewhere!
I also think his wife, kids, beloved granddaughter and others close to Tom especially appreciate his fans honoring him in such a special, everlasting way.
Everywhere I look this mass fan sing along in honor of Tom Petty has gotten very positive feedback. Anyone here taken a look?
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eNmf_zHIGQE
Yes, I watched that months ago when it was new. I think it is really cool, too. I liked it so much I actually watched three versions to find the best one (the first one I watched was taken from really high up and the second was near the opposing team's band, which played during part of it).
Love the tribute.
Still not over this.. Can't listen to any of his music because he was the earliest influence for me. First Rock Music I ever heard was the Concert For George and he was there.
Thank you Soda, glad you were aware of the tribute and checked out the different versions, I did that too. i love the energy from the crowd and the fact his little granddaughter will have this special memory.
TM2 Thanks for replying. Losing Tom Petty was a total shock and I can certainly understand how you feel. I had a hard time watching clips of his last concert he really gave fans his all that is for sure.
Yeah he was there from the beginning for me.
This gets me emotional
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=npQiWy8RTRo
Incredible article people really need to educate themselves and others on the dangers of these drugs.
Music's Fentanyl Crisis: Inside the drug that killed Prince and Tom Petty
"Artists are touring more than ever before. “The stress of the road is very difficult, but that’s where the money is,” says Harold Owens, senior director of MusiCares, the Grammy-connected assistance program. “So they go on these long tours, and physically it’s horrible. They’re not eating right or taking care of themselves.”
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https://www.rollingstone.com/music/f...-petty-w521674
I don't wish harm on the faux Eagles, but this article is concerning. It shows their greed might not only be taking its toll on them spiritually; it also might be taking a physical toll. Both Tim and Don have already suffered physical setbacks during this tour. Tim's voice is suffering from strain. If only they would think about something besides money!
Not exactly sure this is the place to post this, but if it isn't… soda will move it to the right place.
A 1965 Gibson SG electric guitar owned by Tom Petty will be auctioned, along with one the late rocker's top hats.
A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the guitar will benefit two Southern California charities, The Midnight Mission that helps the homeless and the Tazzy Animal Rescue Fund.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news...ion/ar-AAzM4nG
Heritage Auctions handles some very high-end sports memorabilia. I know about them, because the non-profit I work with has sold some Thoroughbred halters through them. I didn't realize they worked with non-sports stuff, but I am not surprised.
Awesome thanks for the heads up CAinOH!
Tom Petty's widow is arguing with two of his daughters over his estate.
https://pagesix.com/2019/04/02/tom-p...his-daughters/
So sad.:-(
Me too, soda. Very sad.